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SGS vs Intertek for CPSIA testing
Compare on the same brief
- Identical rule list and sample description to both labs.
- Acceptance confirmation per rule.
- Total landed cost including variants and shipping.
- Report sample (redacted) if you have not used them before.
Other majors still matter
Bureau Veritas, TÜV, Eurofins, QIMA and others are also common. The “right” lab is the one accepted for your rules that can deliver a verifiable report on your calendar.
Questions people ask
Does Amazon require a specific lab brand?
Amazon requires appropriate testing evidence and, when Direct Validation applies, an approved TIC path. Brand names are secondary to acceptance and match to the ASIN.
Can I switch labs later?
Yes. New testing at another accepted lab is fine; keep historical reports for the period they covered.
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