Sock and
Hosiery Testing

Today’s consumers demand socks and hosiery that are both fashionable and meet their needs for comfort, durability and sustainability. This presents new challenges in ensuring garment wear and compliance. Bureau Veritas provides a range of evaluations and testing packages to verify construction, fit, and performance, as well as meet requirements and protect your brand. 

FIBER ANALYSIS
• Analysis of knit count to meet specifications. 
• Fiber ID testing to confirm claims and meet regulatory labeling requirements. 
• Audit and scientific services for traceability of organic and recycled fibers.

CHEMICAL-FREE CONCERNS
• Formaldehyde and pH testing for sensitivity and irritant concerns. 
• CA Prop 65 testing to identify the presence of common targeted chemicals (lead, phthalates, cadmium) 

ANTIMICROBIAL, MOISTURE MANAGEMENT AND QUICK DRY: 
AATCC testing to evaluate bacteria and odor eliminating properties, as well as wicking, drying rate and breathability. 

FIT TESTING, STRETCH AND RECOVERY:  Testing before and after laundering to confirm fit and claims, including run and abrasion resistance. 

NEW CLAIMS AND TECHNOLOGIES:  R&D testing packages can be designed for product development stage or performance concerns, as well as claim verification, such infrared light testing to evaluate warming properties. 

CHILD SAFETY:  Use and abuse, analytical and floating yarn evaluations to verify child safety compliance.

WHY CHOOSE BUREAU VERITAS?

Bureau Veritas Buffalo is one of the few labs in the US to offer full apparel and textile testing capabilities:   
• Competitive pricing
• Short turnaround time, with rush service available
• Direct access to Test Engineers involved with your submissions
• Technical Specialists with vast knowledge and industry involvement available to answer questions
• Open Door Policy. Come visit our world-class laboratory!