Textiles & Fabrics Testing – METS Laboratories
METS Laboratories is a leading accredited testing facility specializing in textiles and fabrics analysis. Our expert team employs advanced testing methods to evaluate the quality, safety, durability, and compliance of textile products. We support manufacturers, brands, importers, and regulatory bodies in ensuring textiles meet stringent standards for global markets.
Why Textiles & Fabrics Testing Is Important?
• Quality Assurance: Guarantee product performance, longevity, and comfort to consumers.
• Safety Compliance: Identify harmful substances and ensure compliance with global regulations (e.g., REACH, Oeko-Tex, CPSIA).
• Consumer Protection: Prevent allergic reactions, toxicity, and hazardous product use.
• Market Access: Meet import/export regulations and standards to avoid customs delays or product recalls.
• Sustainability: Verify claims on eco-friendly and sustainable textile production.
• Brand Reputation: Build consumer trust by demonstrating commitment to quality and safety.
What We Test?
• Physical Properties: Tensile strength, tear resistance, abrasion resistance, pilling, colorfastness, dimensional stability
• Chemical Properties: Formaldehyde content, pH value, heavy metals, azo dyes, flame retardants
• Safety & Compliance: Flammability, restricted substances, allergen testing
• Performance Testing: Water repellency, breathability, UV protection, moisture management
• Fiber & Fabric Identification: Microscopic analysis, blend composition, fiber content verification.
• Apparel and garments
• Home textiles (curtains, upholstery, bedding)
• Industrial textiles (automotive, medical)
• Technical textiles and nonwovens
• Standardized methods: ASTM, ISO, AATCC, BIS
• Instrumental analysis: Spectroscopy, chromatography, microscopy
• Laboratory simulations of real-world conditions
What METS Laboratories Offers?
- Comprehensive Testing Portfolio: Wide range of physical, chemical, and safety tests tailored for textile products.
- Accredited & Certified: ISO/IEC 17025: 2017 accredited lab ensuring reliable and internationally accepted results.
- Expert Technical Support: Experienced textile chemists and material scientists guiding clients on test selection and interpretation.
- Customized Solutions: Specialized testing packages for different industry segments.
- Fast Turnaround: Efficient processes to support your product development and market launch timelines.
- Regulatory Assistance: Help navigating complex global textile regulations and standards.
What We Ensure?
- Accuracy & Reliability: Robust quality management systems ensure data you can trust.
- Compliance: Test reports meet regulatory and customer requirements.
- Confidentiality: Client data and product information are strictly protected.
- Continuous Innovation: Up-to-date testing methods aligned with evolving textile technologies and standards.
- Value Addition: Insights that help improve product design, production, and marketability.
Who It’s For?
- Textile Manufacturers: To validate product quality before market release.
- Apparel Brands & Retailers: For product compliance and supplier evaluation.
- Importers & Exporters: Ensuring shipments meet destination country standards.
- Quality Control Teams: For routine batch testing and quality audits.
- Regulatory Authorities: To verify compliance and enforce textile safety laws.
- Consumers & End-Users: Indirectly benefit from safer, higher-quality textile products.
Protect Consumers. Satisfy Authorities. Boost Market Confidence.
Textiles and fabrics are an integral part of daily life. Ensuring they are safe, durable, and high quality protects consumers from health risks and dissatisfaction. Compliance with international standards helps authorities regulate market safety and fairness. METS Laboratories supports brands and manufacturers in delivering confidence and transparency in the global textile marketplace, empowering you to build trust and grow your business sustainably.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does textile testing typically take?
Testing duration depends on the number and complexity of tests but generally ranges from 4 to 7 business days.
Can you test textiles for compliance with specific country regulations?
Yes, we tailor testing to meet the requirements of major markets including EU, UK, USA, India, and others.
Are your test reports internationally recognized?
Yes, as an ISO/IEC 17025: 2017 accredited lab, our reports are accepted by regulatory authorities and buyers worldwide.
What samples are required for testing?
Typically, 1-3 meters or sufficient quantity of fabric or finished product, depending on test scope.
Do you offer consultancy on improving textile quality?
Yes, we provide technical guidance to help optimize fabric performance and regulatory compliance.
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Garments & Apparels Testing
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Geo-Textiles Testing
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Grey Fabrics Testing
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Agro-Textiles Testing
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Automotive Textiles Testing
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Carpet & Rugs Testing
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Diaper Testing
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Fibre & Filaments Testing
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Finished Fabric Testing
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Industrial Textiles Testing
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Medical Textile Testing
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Packaging Textiles Testing
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Protective Textiles Testing
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Sports Textiles Testing
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Terry Fabrics & Its Products Testing
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Textile Rubber Composite Testing
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Yarns & Cords Testing
