Global Chemical Testing for Textiles & Leather: RSL, MRSL, and Regulatory Compliance

Securing Your Supply Chain Against Evolving Global Chemical Regulations

Global chemical regulations, including REACH Annex XVII, MRSLs (Manufacturing Restricted Substances Lists), and RSLs (Restricted Substances Lists), are constantly evolving. For brands, manufacturers, and retailers, ensuring the chemical safety of textiles, apparel, and leather goods is non-negotiable—it's essential for protecting consumer health, the environment, and your brand reputation.

We understand that compliance requires more than just testing; it requires certainty. Eurofins provides comprehensive chemical testing, advisory, and certification services. We partner with you to achieve proactive compliance across your global supply chain, minimising risk and accelerating your market entry.

Eurofins: Your Trusted Global Partner for RSL & MRSL Testing

As a market leader, Eurofins offers the scale and accredited expertise necessary to handle your most complex regulatory challenges globally.

Our Core Commitments

• Unmatched Global Reach & Scale: Leverage our expansive network of $100+$ laboratories and service centres worldwide. We offer consistent methodology and localized expertise for fast, reliable service in every major sourcing region.

• Accredited Expertise & Authority: All testing is conducted in ISO/IEC 17025 accredited labs, ensuring the highest standards of quality. Our reports are recognised and accepted by regulators and brands globally, including protocols like AFIRM and ZDHC.

• Proactive Regulatory Insight: Our dedicated regulatory experts offer advisory services to help you interpret complex changes (like new EU REACH updates or California Prop 65 shifts) and implement effective risk management strategies before product launch.

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Comprehensive Chemical Scope: From Raw Material to Finished Product

It is crucial for any buyer or supplier to undergo chemical testing to ensure their products fulfil global regulatory and in-house requirements. Our chemical testing service portfolio covers RSL and MRSL tests of yarns, fabrics, garments, and leather articles, from raw materials to finished products.

Key Regulatory & RSL/MRSL Testing Includes:

Our expert services cover compliance with standards such as EU REACH Annex XVII, EU REACH SVHC, California Prop 65, GB Testing, and AFIRM, among others.

We offer testing for hundreds of restricted substances. Some of the most frequently requested chemical tests include:

• Azo Dyes & Carcinogenic Substances: Full screening for allergenic and carcinogenic dyestuffs.

• Phthalates and APEO/NPEO: Testing for plasticisers and Alkylphenol Ethoxylates, restricted under various RSLs and REACH.

• Heavy Metals: Total Lead, Total Cadmium, and Chrome (VI) in textiles, leather, and metal components (e.g., fasteners).

• Formaldehyde: Testing for residual formaldehyde often used in textile finishing processes.

• Flame Retardants: Analysis of restricted organophosphate flame retardants (OFRs) like TCEP and TDCPP.

• REACH SVHCs: Screening for Substances of Very High Concern.

• Nickel Release: Testing for compliance with safety standards for items in direct, prolonged contact with the skin.

In addition, we provide services related to products and process certification and compliance against the requirements of ZDHC, AFIRM, FDRA, AAFA and German Fashion, among many others.

You can rely on our chemical testing services to ensure compliance and enter different markets effectively.

Your Next Step: Expert Consultation

We recommend a direct consultation to tailor a testing protocol that precisely matches your product type, target markets, and specific regulatory obligations.