Directory of TIA Member Testing Laboratories

This directory lists TIA member testing labs* that provide service to the toy industry; it includes contact information and testing capabilities as provided by the listed organization.

WHAT IS A TESTING LABORATORY?
To assist in the verification of compliance to the industry’s toy rigorous safety standards, toy companies rely on independent laboratories to conduct a wide range of tests for everything from small parts to how the toy is expected to be used (or misused).  The labs consider how a toy may be dropped and thrown, pushed and pulled, twisted and bent, and more.  They will perform test on paints and stains, liquids, paste, powders, putties and gels to make sure that toys are not dangerous or pose a risk of irritating children's skin, eyes, or mouth.  Toys will also be tested to ensure that they don't overheat or have parts that wear out or release.  These tests are conducted on random samples pulled during the manufacturing process and may be repeated again on samples pulled from warehouses where finished toys are stored before being shipped to stores.

*NOTE:  This directory does not represent a recommendation from TIA of the organizations listed, nor is TIA responsible for the quality of work performed by these organizations. Information shown was provided by each listed organization and has not been verified by TIA.

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ANSECO Group
4455 Genesee St Ste 6,
Buffalo, NY 14225-1955

(716) 635-1180
www.ansecogroup.com

Testing Capabilities:	ANSECO Group is ISO 17025 accredited & CPSC third-Party approved, specializing in toys & children's products.

Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services
100 Northpointe Parkway,
Buffalo, NY 14228-1884
United States
(716) 505-3300
www.bureauveritas.com

Testing Capabilities:	As the world’s #1 toy testing company, we offer CPSC third-party accredited lab testing, plus supply chain solutions, inspections, & consulting.

Consumer Product Laboratories (CPLabs)
9000 Commerce Pkwy Ste B # SUITE,
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054-2234

(856) 231-9449
ericsnyder@iatl.com
www.iatl.com/CPLabs

Testing Capabilities:	Analytical Laboratory Testing Services

Consumer Testing Laboratories, Inc.
P.O. Box 300,
Bentonville, AR 72712
United States
(479) 286-2300
www.consumertesting.com

Testing Capabilities:

CTI - Centre Testing International Corp.
Building C, Hongwei Industrial Park,, Block 70,
Shenzhen, Guangdong,
China
86-755-33683916
http://us.cti-cert.com

Testing Capabilities:	China's largest independent third party testing lab providing CPSIA toy testing, inspection, audit & certification services to the Toy Industry.

Helmsman Quality & Technology Services
801 W End Ave Apt 6E,
New York, NY 10025-5362

(212) 757-2400
jeff.singleton@gmail.com
www.hqts.com

HQTS QA International Services Co., Ltd.
East Region, Floor 2, BaoTing Industrial District,
HangZhou, ZheJiang 310012
China
800-949-4768
george.miller@qainternational.com
www.qainternational.com

Testing Capabilities:	Third party, independent testing laboratory accredited to the CPSIA and a member partner of the TSCP.

Intertek
2107 Swift Drive, Suite 200,
Oak Brook, IL 60523-0977
United States
(630) 481-3111
www.intertek.com

Testing Capabilities:	Intertek is a leading international provider of quality and safety services to the toy industry including toy safety certification to CPSIA.

SGS North America, Inc.
291 Fairfield Avenue,
Fairfield, NJ 07004-3833
United States
(973) 575-5252
www.us.sgs.com

Testing Capabilities:	SGS’ Shenzhen Toys lab is the largest in China offering 17 CPSC accredited labs globally to conduct testing to CPSIA requirements.

TUV Rheinland of North America
2709 SE Otis Corley Drive, Suite 11,
Bentonville, AR 72712
United States
(858) 433-0197
www.tuv.com

UL-STR
10 Water Street,
Enfield, CT 06082-4814
United States
(781) 821-2200
www.strquality.com

Testing Capabilities:	STR, a CPSC accredited laboratory, provides design evaluation, safety testing, audit, certification and responsible sourcing services for toys.