Testing and Quality Assurance

• Chemical and Analytical Services help ensure compliance to international, national

and regional requirements for phthalates, BPA, heavy metals including lead and

cadmium, and toxins in packaging

• Component Testing determines that the parts of an item, as well as any inks used for

imprinting, each meet regulations individually so that any combination used in the

final product is compliant

• Physical Evaluation simulates normal use conditions and reasonable foreseeable abuse

to identify potential hazards, such as small part, sharp point and edge assessments,

and help reduce the possibility of injury and product recalls

• Performance Assessment helps verify that the product performs as intended and

meets all label claims

Inspections

• Top of Production (TOP) Inspections evaluate products at the start of production for

conformance with client specifications

• During-Production (DUPRO) Inspections provide a look at the product at various

manufacturing points after production has begun, but before the majority of the

order is completed, to identify any non-conformities early in the manufacturing

process in order to address issues without jeopardizing the shipping schedule

• Final Random (FRI)/Pre-Shipment (PSI) Inspections provide product quality, packaging,

product labeling, and carton markings before the product leaves the factory

• Loading Inspections ensure that the product, shipment quantity, packing requirements,

and carton markings are accurate during the loading process at the factory,

warehouse or port

• Production Monitoring works by placing an inspector on-site at the factory to monitor

the manufacturing process from incoming raw materials to finished product, and help

ensure materials, quality, and production schedules meet timelines

Quality Assurance for Promotional Products and Premiums

UL’s quality assurance programs for promotional products and premiums help suppliers and distributors comply with brand specifications and international regulations including the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), California Proposition 65, and the EU Toy Safety and General Product Safety directives. With expertise in a wide variety of consumer products including toys, apparel, food, and general merchandise, UL has the global capacity and expertise to provide a vital check on product safety, quality and functionality at every step in the supply chain.

UL helps provide confidence in the safety and quality of your branded merchandise.

Audits and Assessments

• Factory Capability audit assesses product safety and reliability through early detection

of manufacturing issues that could result in product defects and production delays

• Social Assessment evalutes the working conditions of your labor force, environmental

health and safety, and legal and ethical concerns to verify regulatory compliance and

demonstrate client commitment to responsible sourcing practices

• Management Systems Analyses provide an understanding of gaps in systems coverage

to determine a manufacturer or vendor’s ability to effectively manage day-to-day

compliance, and create a roadmap for more efficient systems

Responsible Sourcing Solutions

• Program Development and Management builds effective systems tools and

templates for code of conduct drafting, CSR program implementation, supply chain

risk assessments, executive reporting, program benchmarking, and data management

• Monitoring Services provide on-the-ground insight into manufacturing social

assessments, C-TPAT and supply chain security reviews, and social standard

certifications

• Capacity Building, Training & Education offers comprehensive curricula to familiarize

supply chain partners with responsible sourcing concepts, root cause solutions, and

corrective actions, as well as advising toward sustainable solutions

Since 1894, UL has been a respected leader in safety science. Today, UL is advancing

its commitment to protecting people, products and places through expert advisory

and independent quality assurance testing, inspections, and assessments for a wide

range of consumer products. Our network of more than 250 laboratories and facilities

in 46 countries helps drive the integrity of global supply chains, optimize product

performance and protect brands.

Quality Assurance for Promotional Products and Premiums

For more information on all the ways you can rely on UL to help you effectively manage promotional product safety and quality, contact QAInfo@ul.com or visit ul.com/consumer-products.

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