Zhongxi is a complete laboratory for analysis and testing, also an audited contract laboratory.We can provide a wide range of chemical analysis and material testing services to a diverse international customer base.Our expertise and years of experience enable us to choose the right analytical methods and generate the accurate data needed to solve your toughest problems.
QC Tailored for the Textiles Industry
Modern textile manufacturers employ progressively more sophisticated methods and use a variety of natural, man-made, and synthetic fibers. The quality and durability of fabrics are directly affected by the quality of fibers, correct choice of dyes and colorants, and the use of appropriate manufacturing processes.
Zhongxi offers inspections and laboratory tests for all modern textiles, including:
Textile and canvas rolls
Home textiles, carpeting, curtains, and upholstery
Textile checks on finished products (garments, apparel, accessories, toys)
Our quality control and testing services help textile mills, manufacturers, importers, and retailers ensure that their products meet their own quality standards and the requirements of their destination markets. We provide detailed same-day inspection reports and 48-hour turnaround on lab tests, giving you the fast and reliable results you need to make an informed decision for your textiles supply chain.
Textiles Testing Expertise
Zhongxi's experienced inspectors conduct thorough on-site checks of your merchandise, following detailed checklists compiled based on your requirements, international regulations, safety standards, and our extensive know-how.
We offer the following physical and mechanical tests to assess the quality of your textiles:
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Performance: abrasion or piling Dimensional stability: torque, shrinkage, elongation, stretch and recovery Weather testing: waterproof, windproof, thermal Thermal and water vapor resistance Burn test (for 100% cotton textiles) |
Stiffness and bending Seam strength (for sewn articles) Tearing strength, penetration resistance Thickness, compression, and recovery (for floor coverings) Tensile properties |
Textiles Lab Testing Expertise
In addition to the above physical and mechanical tests, Zhongxi offers a wide range of laboratory tests to help you navigate the safety requirements and meet the standards of your destination market.
General Lab Tests for Textiles
Fiber identification
Eco-textile testing
Banned azo dyes and colorants
Colorfastness check (CF to light, ozone, burnt gas fumes, phenolic yellowing perspiration, water, bleach)
Antibacterial and antimicrobial testing
Formaldehyde testing
Machine wash tests
Heavy metals in surface coatings
EU Textile Standards & Regulations
REACH (Regulation on Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals)
Textile Regulation 1007/2011
General Product Safety Directive (2001/95/EC)
Textile labeling regulations
EU Ecolabel for textile products
USA and Canada Textile Standards & Regulations
AATCC 8 Colorfastness to Crocking (wet & dry)
AATCC 15 Colorfastness to Perspiration
AATCC 16 Colorfastness to Light
AATCC 106 Colorfastness to Sea Water
AATCC 107 Colorfastness to Water
AATCC 116 Colorfastness to Crocking (rotary)
AATCC 135 Dimensional Stability for Home Laundering
AATCC 150 Dimensional Changes to Home Laundering
AATCC 162 Colorfastness to Chlorinated (Pool) Water
AATCC 112 Formaldehyde Release from Fabric (quantitative) – sealed jar method
AATCC 94-2017 Formaldehyde (spot test)
16 CFR 1610 Flammability of Clothing Textiles
16 CFR 1611 Flammability of Vinyl Plastic Film
16 CFR 1615 & 1616, Flammability of Children’s Sleepwear
16 CFR 1500.51-53 Attachment Strength
16 CFR 423 Care Labeling
16 CFR 303 Fiber Content Label
Canadian Textile Flammability Regulations (SOR/2011-22) – Bedding Textile
Canadian Textile Flammability Regulations (SOR/2011-22) – Non-bedding Textile
Canadian Toys Regulations (SOR/2011-17) Item 34, Flammability Requirement of Hair or Mane
Canadian Toys Regulations (SOR/2011-17) Item 32, Flammability Requirement of Outer Covering
Canadian Toys Regulations (SOR/2011-17) Item 33, Flammability Requirement of Yarn
Canadian Toys Regulations (SOR/2011-17) Item 21, Celluloid or Cellulose Nitrate
CPSIA Lead Content in Surface Coatings
CPSIA Lead Content in Substrates
CPSIA Phthalates Content
Cross Cut Adhesion – ASTM D3359
Polymer Identification – FTIR
Other Standards & Regulations
China – GB 18401 testing
CPAI-84, Flammability of Camping Tents
Why Zhongxi for Product and Supplier Compliance?
The Zhongxi Benefits
Supply chain intelligence: get supplier and quality stats in real time
Industry leading turnaround time for audits, testing and inspections
Online and mobile: manage your orders and access your data anywhere, any time
All-inclusive pricing: flat rates for inspections and audits; instant quotes for testing
2,300 auditors and inspectors, 6 in-house labs and operations in 85 countries
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