QIMA Expands Consumer Products Testing Capabilities with New Facility in India

For Immediate Release

Tirupur, India – 15 November 2023 - QIMA, a leader in testing, inspection, certification and

compliance solutions, has opened the doors of its latest product testing facility in Tirupur, India.

This strategic expansion reinforces QIMA’s commitment to serve the evolving needs of its global

manufacturing partners, brands and retailers, enhancing its presence in key sourcing countries.

Located in the city of Tirupur, one of the most recognized sourcing hubs in Southeast Asia, the

new laboratory is positioned to serve brands and suppliers in the textile and toys industries. The

new lab is ISO 17025 accredited and has obtained CPSC approval for toys, which provides a

tremendous resource for brands in the United States looking to source from India.

As global supply chains continue to diversify geographically, the addition of the Tirupur lab

complements QIMA’s global labs network, with established presence in Asia (China, Hong Kong

SAR, Bangladesh, Vietnam), Europe (Germany) and Americas (U.S., Mexico).

"The expansion of QIMA’s India presence underscores our understanding and commitment to

meeting and exceeding the quality expectations of the world’s largest manufacturers and their

consumers,” says Sebastien Breteau, CEO of QIMA. “We recognize the impact of India on the

supply chain and the country’s ambition to realize its full manufacturing potential. The new

QIMA lab is ready to support our clients with complete quality and compliance solutions in the

region.”

“The Tirupur lab will significantly improve efficiency and workflow for our global testing practice”,

Lab Manager Baalaji KC, states, "The textile industry relies on a well-connected lab network,

and our new QIMA facility in India is a key addition. It enables both local and global suppliers

who produce for various brands around the world, to have in-country support throughout the

entire process, with fast turnaround and optimized pricing.”

The lab is currently in operation and testing textile products according to product safety

regulations including REACH, CPSIA and 16 CFR. The location of the lab is in close proximity

to major manufacturing sites and buying offices, facilitating quick response, developing an even

greater strategic advantage for QIMA and its partners.

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About QIMA

QIMA is more than a testing, inspection, certification, and compliance company; QIMA is on a

mission to offer clients smart solutions to make products consumers can trust. With a global

reach spanning 100+ countries, QIMA serves the consumer products, food and life sciences

industries, supporting more than 30,000 brands, retailers, manufacturers and food growers. The

company combines on-the-ground expertise with digital solutions to bring accuracy and visibility

for quality, safety and compliance data. What sets QIMA apart is its unique culture: 5,000

employees live and make decisions every day by the QIMA Values. With client passion,

integrity, and a commitment to making things simple, QIMA continues to disrupt the Testing,

Inspection and Certification industry.