In addition to our holistic expertise in testing textiles in Softlines, we also offer manufacturers, brands and retailers a comprehensive portfolio of Hardlines testing.
In our Hardlines laboratories in Hong Kong, Shanghai and our headquarters in Germany, we test and evaluate the safety and performance for use of various consumer goods - in accordance with national, international or company-specific and contractually agreed guidelines. Our test laboratory network enables you to benefit from our optimal expertise and reliable test results combined with local availability and short lead times.
With our highly qualified experts, state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and our accreditation in accordance with DIN EN ISO 17025, you have a competent partner at your side to ensure that your products meet all legal requirements and quality expectations of the respective target markets.
One-stop testing services
At Hohenstein, you don't just receive clear test results, but a comprehensive product assessment from a single source that is customised to the specific use of your goods. This puts you in a position to give your customers a well-founded and credible promise of performance – on request also in the form of our Hohenstein Quality Label, which highlights various features directly on the product or point of sale. At the same time, our independent testing services allow you to secure your market success against competitors by optimising the product performance and avoiding product recalls as far as possible.
We offer tests for these product groups:
- Cookware & kitchenware
- Pet supplies
- Toys
- Travel luggage and backpack
- Household articles
- Child care articles
- Garden articles
- Camping and outdoor products
- Inflatable products
- Fitness equipment
- Office and handcraft articles
- DIY tools
- Hand carts
Our testing services include:
- Chemical safety tests
- Chemical tests of food contact materials
- Mechanical safety tests
- Fit for use tests (functional and durability performance)
- Physical tests of textile materials
- Material analysis
- Artwork checks (labelling, package layout and user manuals)
- Exclusive testing to obtain our Hohenstein Quality Label, covering the safety and performance for use of pet supplies, luggage, toys, etc.
Your benefits at a glance
- We offer a full range of services provided by experienced experts in Europe and Asia to meet your diverse needs, worldwide regulations, and industry standards
- We are always up to date with market and regulatory trends. No need for you to reserve your own resources for this.
- We understand your specific requirements and offer you tailored solutions. You benefit from short order processing times and from avoiding unnessary testing.
- Our testing and assessment of your goods helps you to reduce recalls, returns, and complaints.
- You are able to improve your risk management and successfully protect your brand reputation.
- You can ensure your competitiveness and benefit from a faster time to market.
Our Hardlines laboratories
Hohenstein Laboratories GmbH & Co. KG
(Headquarters)
Germany
Phone: +49 7143 271-898
Hohenstein Laboratories (HK) Limited
Hong Kong SAR, China
Phone: +852 3191 5800
Hohenstein Laboratories Shanghai
P. R. of China
Phone: +86 21 2356 8506
Frequently tested standards
- EN 12983
Cookware – domestic cookware for use on top of a stove, cooker or hob - EN 13834
Cookware – ovenware for use in traditional domestic ovens - EN 15284
Resistance to microwave heating of ceramic, glass, glass-ceramic or plastic cookware - EN 12875
Mechanical dishwashing resistance of utensils - EN ISO 8442
Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs – cutlery and table holloware - EN 12546
Materials and articles in contact with foodstuffs – insulated containers for domestic use - EN 71
Safety of toys - EN 16781
Safety requirements and test methods for children’s sleep bags for use in a cot - EN ISO 23537
Requirements for sleeping bags - EN 17885
Candle Accessories – Specification for fire safety and product safety labels - DIN 32935
Home sports Equipment – Non-stationary tension and pression training equipment – Safety requirements and test methods - EN ISO 25649
Floating leisure articles for use on and in the water - EN ISO 4892
Plastics – methods of exposure to laboratory light sources - EN ISO 9227
Corrosion tests in artificial atmospheres – salt spray tests - EN ISO 6270-2
Paints and varnishes – determination of resistance to humidity
