Alfa Chemistry Testing Lab Announces to Provide Footwear Testing Service

After the launch of a series of household and apparel testing services, Alfa Chemistry Testing Lab recently releases footwear testing, providing comprehensive shoe product inspection solutions according to customer’s needs and in compliance with international and local regulations. With a professional analysis team and advanced instruments, the most accurate testing results can be obtained within the shortest timeframe possible. A wide range of footwear can be tested at Alfa Chemistry Testing Lab, including boots, shoes, sandals, indoor footwear, socks, sports footwear as well as footwear materials and components. “Despite there are many types of footwear, all need to be practical, comfortable and durable. This makes it necessary to conduct relevant research and testing on footwear so as to ensure its quality and safety,” says the Marketing Chief of Alfa Chemistry Testing Lab. In general, a complete footwear testing project should cover the following aspects: Chemical testingrnWith this step, perchlorooctane sulfonic acid, formaldehyde, pentachlorophenol, tetrachlorophenol, heavy metals, hexavalent chromium, azo, phenol, pH, dimethyl fumarate, nickel release are tested and analyzed. Whole shoe testingrnWith this step, zigzag, parts pull-out strength, sole peel strength, and outsole skid are also tested and analyzed. Inner testing rnColor fastness to rubbing, color fastness to perspiration, and martindale wear resistance also need to be tested and analyzed. Upper testingrnWith this step, coating adhesion, tortuosity and tear are tested and analyzed. Sole testing rnWith this step, zigzag, non-slip test, and wear-resistant soles are tested and analyzed. Footwear attachment testingrnWith this step, peel strength and slip resistance are investigated. Harmful chemical substance testingrnHarmful chemical substances such as volatile organic compounds (VOC), chrome VI, formaldehyde, and banned azo dyes should be tested to make sure they do not exist in shoes. In addition, many other items such as material testing, microbial testing, environmental safety testing are also carried out in a complete footwear testing. According to the specific needs of customers, the inspection services are conducted in accordance with CPSIA (the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act), REACH and other requirements to verify if products meet global requirements and standards. Visit https://www.alfachemic.com/testinglab/industries/household-and-apparel-products.html to explore more household and apparel products testing capabilities of Alfa Chemistry Testing Lab, covering home decoration products, kitchen utensils, clothes products, textiles products, pet products, furniture, etc.