STR assists hardgoods suppliers, distributors, and retailers assess the quality, function, and safety of their products. Our vast product experience includes automotive, candles, cookware, dinnerware/ceramicware, furniture (indoor and outdoor), garden accessories and tools, giftware, hardware and home repair, housewares, seasonal goods, small electrical appliances, sporting goods, office supplies and many other general household items.

STR's worldwide network of product testing laboratories and inspection centers offers a complete portfolio of services, including:

• Product risk assessment and hazard avoidance consulting.

• Guidance on product development to ensure compliance with current regulations.

• Product testing to industry and regulatory standards.

• Product evaluations including safety, performance, design, construction, and review of packaging and labeling.

• Toxicological reviews in accordance with FDA, LHAMA, TRA and EC requirements.

• Testing and assistance in obtaining appropriate electrical and electronic product listing from agencies such as UL and CSA.

• Factory quality, capabilities and social compliance audits.

• Quality assurance inspections for pre-purchase or pre-shipment verification.

• Custom designed quality assurance programs.

STR tests to industry standards and STR(HK) is HOKLAS accredited. In addition to their UKAS accreditation, STR (UK) holds Notified Body status under the European Low Voltage Directive, SI 3260 The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 1994.