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How to Prepare Clothing for Laboratory Testing: A Detailed Checklist for Suppliers

How to Prepare Clothing for Laboratory Testing: A Detailed Checklist for Suppliers


Posted on Jun 04

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If you plan to bring clothing to the market in Russia or the EAEU countries, laboratory testing is a mandatory step toward certification. These tests confirm product safety, compliance with technical regulations, and enable legal retail and online sales.
But here's a key point: testing begins long before entering the laboratory — it starts with how you prepare your products. Incorrect samples, labeling errors, or inaccurate fabric composition can lead to certification refusal, extra costs, and delivery delays. Below is a detailed checklist prepared by WorldWideBridge experts to help you navigate this process confidently and efficiently.

Samples for Testing: What Exactly Needs to Be Provided 

The lab assesses not the product description, but actual clothing samples. These samples form the basis for the test protocol results. Therefore:
  • Prepare 1–2 units of each model (e.g., T-shirts, dresses, trousers).
  • Samples must be fully finished and ready for sale: with seams, fittings, labels, and trims.
  • Use items that have not been worn, washed, and are taken directly from production or finished batches.
Tip: If you want to include several models (e.g., a T-shirt and a long-sleeve shirt) in one certificate, discuss this with the certification body in advance. You may need to provide the “highest risk” model — the one with the most complex fabric or design.

Fabric Composition: Facts Must Match the Declaration 

Labs often find discrepancies between the declared and actual fabric composition — a common reason for certification failures. To avoid this:
  • Verify the exact fiber content percentage (e.g., 95% cotton, 5% elastane).
  • Specify raw material names according to GOST — essential for proper documentation.
  • Consider not only the main fabric, but also lining, trims, threads, and fittings.
Important: Even 3–5% of synthetic fibers can affect the type of tests required or the applicable regulation. Don’t cut corners — preliminary checks are cheaper than redoing the process.

Product Labeling: Frequently Overlooked Requirements 

Labeling is your “business card” for both the lab and consumers. Violations here can lead to outright rejection. Each item must have:
  • Product name (e.g., “Women’s summer trousers”);
  • Exact material composition;
  • Size labeling;
  • Care symbols and text;
  • Country of origin;
  • Manufacturer or importer name;
  • EAC mark — if subject to TR CU regulations.
Default requirement: Labeling must always be in Russian — even if the product is imported.

Documentation and Packaging: Often Underrated, But Critical 

Many assume only the samples and fabric matter, but labs also inspect packaging and documents — especially for imported goods. Ensure you have:
  • Packaging that is safe, sealed, and free from toxic substances;
  • Product passport or user manual (if required by regulation);
  • Contract with the manufacturer, shipping documents, invoice, delivery notes — especially for international imports.
Important: Missing even one document may result in certification denial or testing delays.

Get Support and Complete Testing Without Mistakes 

Certification is not just bureaucracy. It’s a precise process where every detail matters. That’s why WorldWideBridge offers expert support:
  • Selection of the appropriate certification type (TR CU, GOST, Declaration);
  • Fabric and labeling check before lab submission;
  • Testing only in accredited laboratories;
  • Full support through to certificate issuance and registry entry.
Conclusion: Save your time, money, and peace of mind — prepare for testing wisely, or better yet, leave the process to the experts.
Submit a request — get a free consultation from WorldWideBridge specialists today. We'll tell you exactly which documents you need and how to avoid common certification mistakes.
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