Consumer Products

Welcome ATL to the Contract Laboratory Network!

By Swathi Kodaikal | Sep 6, 2024

ATL’s services span the product life cycle, from R&D to product qualification to manufacturing.

Welcome ATL to the Contract Laboratory Network! | Credit: Canva (2024)

Testing Lab-Grown Diamonds: Will They Pass a Diamond Test?

By Trevor Henderson | Sep 3, 2024

Disclosing the distinction between natural and lab-grown diamonds is critical, ethically and commercially

image showing the testing of a lab-grown diamond in a modern laboratory setting. It features a close-up view of a lab-grown diamond under a microscope, surrounded by advanced testing equipment, highlighting the precision and technological sophistication involved in gemological analysis.

A Complete Guide to Laboratory Diamond Testing

By Trevor Henderson | Sep 3, 2024

Whether for jewelry, investment, or scientific research, accurate diamond testing provides confidence and transparency in the diamond market

image depicting a modern laboratory setting focused on diamond testing. It showcases a diamond being examined under a microscope, with tools and equipment that highlight the precision and sophistication involved in gemological analysis.

Understanding the Fabric Burn Test: A Guide to Testing Various Fabric Types

By Trevor Henderson | Aug 22, 2024

Discover how different fabrics react to fire, providing crucial insights for fabric identification, quality control, and safety.

image showing a gloved hand performing a burn test on a 2-inch square piece of fabric in a controlled laboratory environment. The scene highlights the careful and precise nature of the testing process.

The Importance of Humidity Testing for Bamboo Products

By Trevor Henderson | Aug 22, 2024

By understanding how bamboo reacts to different humidity levels, manufacturers can produce items that are more durable, stable, and reliable.

image showing various bamboo products arranged on a modern laboratory bench, combining traditional bamboo materials with a contemporary scientific setting.

Testing Bamboo Products: Ensuring Quality, Safety, and Sustainability

By Trevor Henderson | Aug 22, 2024

Testing bamboo products is vital for ensuring they meet the necessary safety, quality, and sustainability standards.

image depicting a variety of bamboo products, showcasing the eco-friendly and sustainable qualities of bamboo

Phthalate Testing: Ensuring Product Safety and Compliance

By Trevor Henderson | Aug 21, 2024

Phthalate testing is an essential aspect of product safety and compliance, particularly for items that come into contact with children, food, or the human body.

image featuring various phthalate-containing products on a laboratory bench, with the chemical composition of phthalates subtly integrated into the background.

Chemical Safety Testing of School Supplies: Ensuring Crayons, Markers, and Glue Are Safe for Children

By Trevor Henderson | Aug 21, 2024

Learn how testing ensures these products are free from harmful substances such as lead, phthalates, and VOCs, safeguarding children's health.

image featuring crayons, markers, and glue with the chemical structures of VOCs and phthalates subtly integrated into the background

Food Safety Testing for Lunch Boxes and Food Storage Containers

By Trevor Henderson | Aug 21, 2024

Ensure your child's safety with lunch boxes and food storage containers that are free from harmful chemicals like BPA and phthalates.

image of a school lunchbox and thermos placed on a modern laboratory bench

Understanding Ambergris Testing: Ensuring Authenticity and Quality in Perfume Manufacturing

By Trevor Henderson | Aug 16, 2024

For perfume manufacturers, investing in ambergris testing is not just about meeting regulatory requirements—it's about maintaining product integrity, preventing fraud, and building consumer trust.

image depicting a laboratory setting where ambergris testing is being conducted

Welcoming ResInnova Laboratories to the Contract Laboratory Network

By Swathi Kodaikal | Aug 16, 2024

ResInnova Laboratories is certified by the IAC and provides testing services for antimicrobial products

Embracing Recyclates in Life Science Laboratories

By Science Technology | Jul 25, 2024

Eppendorf’s commitment to sustainability is evident in many areas, including in the transition of laboratory consumables to biobased raw materials, beginning in 2022.

Quantabio Launches eQo 1-Step ToughMix Kit, a New Line of Advanced PCR Reagents

By Ian Black | Jul 19, 2024

Quantabio, a leading provider of DNA and RNA amplification reagents, has launched the eQo 1-Step ToughMix kit, the first product from its third-generation line of advanced reagents designed for sensitive and reproducible PCR and qPCR applications. The eco-friendly...