TÜV Rheinland is a CARB-approved third-party certifier for composite wood product testing under the ATCM regulation, and an accredited laboratory recognized by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) for CPSIA compliance testing. Our Shenzhen facility is additionally recognized as a third-party certifier under TSCA Title VI. This means your test reports and certifications carry the official standing required for U.S. market entry – without detours or additional approvals.

Regulatory documentation and third-party certification are prerequisites for placing products on the U.S. market – not optional extras. TÜV Rheinland helps you navigate these requirements efficiently. Our experienced teams handle testing, quality assurance monitoring, labeling verification, and certification from a single source, reducing turnaround times and minimizing the risk of delays at the point of market entry.

Non-compliance with CARB ATCM, CPSIA, or TSCA Title VI can result in product bans, recalls, and financial liability. Documented testing by an accredited, independent third party provides a verifiable compliance record that demonstrates due diligence – supporting your position with retailers, importers, and regulatory authorities.

TÜV Rheinland operates ISO 17025-accredited emissions testing laboratories in Nuremberg, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Ho Chi Minh City, and Bangkok. With over 100 test chambers in various sizes – from 20 l to 25 m³ – we have the capacity and technical range to test virtually any product type. Testing can be conducted close to your production site, reducing sample shipping time and cost.

VOC and formaldehyde compliance extends beyond U.S. regulations. TÜV Rheinland supports testing and documentation for a broad range of international certification programs, including Blue Angel, EU Ecolabel, LEED, BIFMA, California Specification 01350 (CDPH), GEV EMICODE, CertiPUR, M1, Nordic Swan Ecolabel, BREEAM, and Cradle to Cradle. Whether you target the U.S., the EU, or both, we align your testing scope to cover multiple programs efficiently.

TÜV Rheinland has specialized in VOC and formaldehyde emissions testing for over three decades. Our teams continuously develop testing criteria for new product groups and material types, keeping pace with evolving standards such as Regulation (EU) 2023/1464 and updates to CARB and TSCA requirements. This depth of experience supports manufacturers not only in meeting current requirements, but also in developing low-emission materials and products for tomorrow's markets.