Jewelry

JewelryWe offer product testing and quality assurance for all kinds of jewelry, including fashion and costume jewelry, ensuring the quality, safety and compliance of your merchandise and suppliersDownload a Sample ReportConsumer ProductsConsumer Product TestingJewelry QC Tailored for the Jewelry IndustryToday, jewelry is no longer regarded only as a luxury item, thanks to the availability of affordable designs made of semi-precious and non-precious materials. Modern-day consumers enjoy having a wide selection of fashion and costume jewelry, to best accessorize their outfit of the day.QIMA offers extensive testing for jewelry made of various materials, from gemstones and precious metals, to non-precious metals and polymer materials. Our inspectors will test your products against relevant safety regulations and quality standards, checking their flammability, tension, corrosion resistance, and other performance characteristics. QIMA's testing expertise will help you ensure that your brand's product quality and safety remain uncompromised.Need more information?By contacting QIMA you agree to our privacy policy and terms and conditions.Jewelry ExpertiseQIMA's product inspectors conduct the following tests to check the quality and performance characteristics of your jewelry:Workmanship reviewAccelerated nickel free test on plated itemsPull test on chain and closing systemChain clasp tension testMagnet breakaway featureSmall PartsJewelry containing batteriesJewelry Lab Testing ExpertiseIn addition to the above physical and mechanical tests, QIMA offers laboratory testing to ensure that your jewelry meets consumer safety standards for your destination market. Our laboratory tests include:USA Standards & RegulationsConsumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA)ASTM F2923, Children’s Jewelry StandardASTM F2999, Adult Jewelry StandardTotal Lead Content in Surface CoatingsTotal Lead Content in SubstratesTotal Lead Content in Children’s Metal Jewelry16 CFR 1500 Mechanical Hazards & Labeling16 CFR 1500.44 Flammability of SolidsCPSIA Tracking LabelsModel Toxics in Packaging (TPCH)California Health and Safety Code Section 25214.1-25214.4.2California Proposition 65 Settlement ReviewMaryland, Subtitle 14, Cadmium in Children’s JewelryConnecticut, Public Act No. 10-113, Cadmium in Children’s Jewelry (pending)Illinois, Lead Poisoning Prevention Act, Lead in Children’s JewelryIllinois, Public Act 096-1379, Cadmium in Children’s JewelryMinnesota, Cadmium in Children’s JewelryCanada Standards and RegulationsSOR/2018-82 Children’s Jewellery RegulationSOR/2016-193 Surface Coating Materials Regulation, Lead ContentSOR/2011-17 as amended, Canadian (Toys) Regulation (Dress up/Costume)SOR/2018-83 Consumer Products Containing Lead RegulationsSOR/2016-188 Phthalates (Vinyl Materials)Europe Standards and RegulationsEN-71, Safety of Toys, Mechanical Hazards, Flammability and Migration of Certain ElementsREACH Annex XVII, Cadmium ContentREACH Annex XVII, EN-12472 & EN-1811, Nickel ReleaseREACH-SVHC PhthalatesREACH Annex XVII, Phthalate ContentREACH Annex XVII, OrganotinREACH Annex XVII, PAHsREACH Annex XVII, Lead ContentJewelry AuditsQIMA is accredited by the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) to certify against the RJC Code of Practices - an international standard on responsible business practices for diamonds, gold and platinum group metals.The Code of Practices addresses human rights, labor rights, environmental impact, mining practices, product disclosure and many more important topics in the jewelry supply chain.Why QIMA for product and supplier compliance?The QIMA BenefitsSupply chain intelligence: get supplier and quality stats in real timeIndustry leading turnaround time for audits, testing and inspectionsOnline and mobile: manage your orders and access your data anywhere, any timeAll-inclusive pricing: flat rates for inspections and audits; instant quotes for testingBy contacting QIMA you agree to our privacy policy and terms and conditions.Latest insights from QIMALatest insights from QIMABAROMETERQIMA 2024 Q1 Barometer: 2023 in Review: Is Nearshoring Becoming China’s Plus One?View InsightQUICK GUIDEUnderstanding The EU Green Deal: A Comprehensive Guide for BusinessesDownloadSAMPLE REPORTCTPAT Audit ReportDownloadBAROMETERQIMA 2023 Q4 BarometerView Insight