Planning to get your products tested according to Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) requirements? In this guide, we list several lab testing companies offering TSCA-related testing services for a wide range of products.
Learn more about TSCA
- Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Guide for US Importers
- List of Products Covered by the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
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SGS
SGS is one of the leading lab testing companies established in the 19th century. SGS provides a wide variety of testing services for importers, manufacturers, and private labels in the consumer product facing and industrial product industries. SGS also offers testing services that are in accordance with the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).
Currently, SGS offers testing services to detect the 5 PBTs (persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic) chemicals restricted by the TSCA for raw materials and end products. It also offers testing and certification services for the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products.
Main Products
- Raw materials
- End products
Services
- TSCA compliance lab testing services
- PBTs testing services
- TSCA Title VI testing services
- TSCA Title VI certification services
- Bulk testing discount
Company Information
- Year of registration: 1878
- Locations: United States, Europe, China
HQ Address: 1 Place des Alpes, P.O. Box 2152, 1211 Geneva 1, Switzerland
Intertek
Intertek is a multinational product lab testing, inspection, and certification company from the United Kingdom. Intertek offers one-stop solutions for the chemical regulatory needs to comply with the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), including consultation and guidance, testing, SNURs, and other TSCA orders and rules.
It also offers TSCA Premanufacture Notification (PMN), TSCA Import Certification services, and webinars concerning the TSCA.
Main Products
- Raw materials
- End products
Services
- TSCA testing
- TSCA Premanufacture Notification (PMN)
- TSCA Significant New Use Rules (SNURs) and Consent Orders
- TSCA chemical identity and CAS number assignment
- TSCA Import Certification
- TSCA Existing Chemical Data Reporting
- TSCA Exemptions consulting
- One-stop TSCA consultation and step by step guidance
- TSCA webinars
Company Information
- Year of registration: 1885
- Locations: United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, China, Japan
HQ Address: 33 Cavendish Square, London, W1G 0PS, United Kingdom
Smithers
Established in 1969, Smithers is a global company with 17 facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. Smithers’ business scope covers testing, certification, and market reports for consumer products, packaging, and other industries.
Smithers provides testing services for the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), including analytical support, risk assessment, and registration solutions.
Main Products
- Packaging
- Batteries
- Household products
- Personal care products
- Materials
- Electronic or machinery components
Services
- TSCA physical chemistry testing
- TSCA testing for food packaging
- TSCA testing for home decors
- TSCA testing for personal care products
- Market research and report customization
Company Information
- Year of registration: 1969
- Locations: North America, Europe, Asia
HQ Address: 121 S. Main Street, Suite 300, Akron, OH 44308, United States
UL Environment
UL Environment, a division of Underwriters Laboratories, has recently been approved by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a TSCA Title VI Third-Party Certifier (TPC). This means that UL Environment has the capability to provide formaldehyde testing and certification services to composite wood products importers, manufacturers, and suppliers.
UL Environment’s formaldehyde testing is conducted in accordance with the ASTM E1333-14 standard.
Main Products
- Medium-density fiberboards
- Particleboards
- Hardwood plywoods
- Veneers
Services
- Third-Party Certifier (TPC) for TSCA Title VI on composite wood products
- Formaldehyde testing services according to ASTM E1333
Company Information
- Year of registration: 1894
- Locations: United States, Canada, Europe, China
HQ Address: 333 Pfingsten Road: Northbrook: Illinois, 60062, United States
Hong Kong Standards and Testing Centre
Hong Kong Standards and Testing Centre (STC) was established in 1963 as independent and not-for-profit testing, inspection, and certification organization in Hong Kong. STC is accredited by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and is able to perform formaldehyde emission lab testing according to the TSCA requirements.
In addition to the formaldehyde testing services on composite wood products, Hong Kong STC also provides air quality surveillance services relating to formaldehyde emission in indoor environments. Formaldehyde testing services are also available for plastics and children’s toys.
Main Products
- Composite wood Products
- Building materials
- Plastics
- Children’s toys
- Chemical materials
Services
- TSCA formaldehyde testing services for composite woods
- Formaldehyde testing services according to ASTM D5582
- Formaldehyde testing services according to ASTM D6007
- Formaldehyde testing services according to ASTM E1333
- Third-Party Certifier (TPC) for TSCA Title VI on composite wood products
- Volatile Organic Compounds VOCs testing
Company Information
- Year of registration: 1963
- Locations: United States, Germany, Vietnam, China, Japan
HQ Address: 10 Dai Wang Street, Tai Po Industrial Estate, Tai Po, N.T., Hong Kong SAR
Berkeley Analytical Associates
Berkeley Analytical Associates (BkA) is an environmental laboratory that provides analysis of organic chemicals emitted by and contained in building products, furniture, and cabinets in the United States.
BkA’s services include formaldehyde emission testing in accordance with the requirements of the Toxic Substances Chemical Act (TSCA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) ATCM Phase 2.
In addition to the formaldehyde testing services against the US regulations and standards, BkA also offers formaldehyde testing services according to the DIN EN 16516 standard, as required by Germany’s Chemicals Prohibition Ordinance – ChemverbotsV.
Main Products
- Building products
- Flooring
- Paints and coatings
- Furniture
- Toys
- Textiles
- Spray polyurethane foam
Services
- Formaldehyde testing according to TSCA requirements
- Formaldehyde testing services according to ASTM D6007
- Third-Party Certifier (TPC) for TSCA Title VI on composite wood products
Company Information
- Year of registration: 1989
- Locations: United States, Germany
HQ Address: 815 Harbor Way S, Richmond, California 94804, United States
Eurofins
Eurofins was founded in 1987 specializing in providing food, pharma, and environment testing services to importers, manufacturers, and retailers around the world.
Eurofins offers testing services according to the US and EU regulations and standards, including the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA), California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Standard, and European Decopaint Directive. Eurofins provides formaldehyde testing services in accordance with the TSCA Title VI on composite wood products.
Main Products
- Composite wood products
- Paints and Coatings
- Adhesives and Sealants
- Flooring
- Wall panels
- Ceilings
- Insulation
- Furniture
Services
- Formaldehyde testing services according to TSCA Title VI
- Formaldehyde testing for furniture and indoor finishings
- VOC emissions testing
- VOC testing services for building materials
Company Information
- Year of registration: 1987
- Locations: Luxembourg, France
HQ Address: 23 Val Fleuri, 1526, Luxembourg,
International Testing Center (ITC)
The International Testing (ITC) is an independent testing laboratory that provides formaldehyde testing emissions, physical and mechanical property testing for composite panel products, furniture, and toys. ITC’s formaldehyde emission testing services are conducted according to the EPA TSCA VI and CARB Phase 2 standards.
Main Products
- Particleboard
- Medium-density fiberboard (MDF)
- Hardwood plywood
- Furniture
- Toys
Services
- Formaldehyde testing services according to ASTM E1333
- Formaldehyde testing services according to ASTM D6007
- Formaldehyde testing services according to ASTM D5582
- Formaldehyde testing services according to ASTM D1037
Company Information
- Year of registration: Not mentioned
- Locations: United States
HQ Address: Leesburg, Virginia, United States
Capital Testing
Capital Testing is a testing facility located in Sterling, Virginia, aiming to help importers or manufacturers demonstrate regulatory compliance with national or state standards. The company provides testing services for composite wood products, building and construction materials,
Capital Testing is a Third-Party Certifier approved by the EPA TSCA Title VI on Formaldehyde Emissions. This means that Capital Testing has the facility to test composite wood products in accordance with the EPA standards. Additionally, the company provides testing and certification services in accordance with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) ATCM Phase 2 requirements.
Main Products
- Composite wood products
- Building materials
Services
- Formaldehyde testing services according to TSCA Title VI on composite wood products
- Formaldehyde testing services according to the California Air Resources Board (CARB)
Company Information
- Year of registration: 1954
- Locations: United States
HQ Address: 42777 Trade West Drive, Sterling, VA 20166, United States
Eurolab
Eurolab is a Turkish laboratory that provides lab testing and analysis services for composite wood products, textiles, electronics, and other types of consumer products. Eurolab also provides testing services that are in accordance with the requirements of the TSCA Title VI on composite wood products.
Their testing services mainly help Turkish manufacturers of composite wood products to maintain the quality, compliance, and competitiveness of their products in the global market.
Main Products
- Hardwood plywood
- Medium-density chipboard (MDF)
- Chipboards
Services
- Formaldehyde testing services according to TSCA Title VI on composite woods
- Formaldehyde testing services according to the California Air Resources Board (CARB)
Company Information
- Year of registration: Not mentioned
- Locations: Turkey, Italy
HQ Address: Central District Dr. Sadık Ahmet Cd. No 38/44 D · Bağcılar, Istanbul, Turkey
