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The restriction of toxic substances covers a wide range of consumer products, which means hardline goods suppliers must proactively navigate safety and chemical regulations, stay attuned to the latest customer needs and be agile enough to meet stringent retailer specifications. Having a partner who can help you stay on top of complex requirements is crucial for hardline goods suppliers looking to thrive in a competitive retail space, particularly when targeting Walmart shelves.
Here’s how we can help:
Chemical management services
Help protect consumers, communities and the environment by meeting safety standards and implementing effective chemical management.
Furniture performance testing
Assess product integrity, performance and durability with our furniture testing services for fabrics, filling materials and components.
Packaging and ISTA testing
Determine whether packaging meets retailer requirements and safety standards so you can bring quality products to store shelves. Protect your products with our ISTA-certified packaging tests.
Consumer product inspections
We offer multiple third-party product inspections and customized inspection programs to help you mitigate the risks of substandard products.
Benchmarking services
Help retailers understand how your hardline goods compare to similar products and distinguish them from competitors in the marketplace.
Pre-production consumer insights
Leverage our Product Experience Center to help optimize quality, reduce returns and gain insights into consumer behaviors before production.
E-Filing and advisory services
Navigate U.S. regulations and customs compliance requirements for consumer products, private labels and national brands with confidence.
As a hardline goods supplier, you can evaluate the quality, safety and sustainability of your products by tapping into our extensive global retail expertise. Our wide variety of third-party inspection and advisory service options can help you navigate chemical management challenges with comprehensive support.
Partnering with UL Solutions can help you deliver high-quality, hardline consumer goods, including:
Appliances and kitchen housewares
Luggage
Furniture
Jewelry
Do it yourself (DIY)
Sporting goods
Toys
With a global network of laboratories and the largest consumer products laboratory in North America, partnering with UL Solutions can help you:
- Enhance product safety and quality
- Offer innovative, compliant products
- Accelerate speed to market
- Simplify market access
- Stay current with regulatory changes