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Practical guides to product compliance, quality control, pre-shipment inspection and the regulations that apply to consumer products.
24 guides · 5 topics
Compliance basics
8 guidesCore concepts: compliance management, quality control, CE marking, the EU declaration of conformity and product specifications.
What is compliance management?In this blog we explain what compliance management is and why is it important. At ICW, we ensure your compliance management is done right.Read the guide →
What is quality control?Quality control or a quality inspection is about checking products for quality and correctness. This prevents errors. Visit our website.Read the guide →What is the EU declaration of conformity?In this blog, we explain what an EU Declaration of Conformity (DoC) is and what its importance is. With ICW we help you to generate your Doc.Read the guide →
Is CE marking mandatory?In this blog we explain what CE marking is and whether it is mandatory for every product. At ICW, we ensure your CE marking is done right.Read the guide →
A quality testing, inspection and certification serviceICW is the testing, inspection and certification service your company needs.Read the guide →
Product SpecificationsWhat are product specifications and what are these specifications important for?Read the guide →
Importing Clothes from ChinaDo you want to import clothing from China or other countries outside the EU or US? Then there are strict rules to follow. We explain them in this article.Read the guide →
Introduction of QA & QC ManagementDo you know how QA & QC management are related to successful sales? This article will tell you how quality management can improve company sales from a QA manager's perspective.Read the guide →QC Story series
7 guidesA seven-part walkthrough of the QC Story method, from defining the problem to control charts.
Part 1The QC Story ProcedureDo you know how to solve an undesirable result of a QC job? The QC Story Procedure is designed for problem-solving in seven steps. Learn more in this article.Read the guide →
Part 2QC Story – Define the ProblemA well-defined problem is crucial to successful QC inspections. Find out how to make a good problem statement to address problems.Read the guide →
Part 3QC Story – The Pareto PrincipleThe Pareto principle should be prominently incorporated in quality improvement programs. Learn more in this article.Read the guide →
Part 4QC Story – Diagnostic ProcessThe first step of the diagnostic process is to understand the symptoms correctly. Therefore, symptoms should be described in standard terms.Read the guide →
Part 5QC Story – Testing and Verification of TheoriesTesting and verifying theories are easily susceptible to errors. However, it can deliver promising results if done correctly.Read the guide →
Part 6QC Story – The Remedial Process and Process ControlProcess control is an important tool in quality control. It helps manage and monitor complex processes to high consistency levels...Read the guide →
Part 7QC Story – Control ChartsA control chart is a graphic comparison of process performance data to compute quality control limits drawn as limit lines on the chart.Read the guide →Pre-shipment inspection
3 guidesHow pre-shipment inspection works, how lots are sampled and the risks that sampling carries.
Pre-shipment Inspection – The FundamentalsWe rely on pre-shipment inspection to assure products meet quality requirements before they are sold to customers.Read the guide →
Pre-shipment Inspection – Lot Inspection & Sampling PlanExplore the comprehensive guide on Pre-shipment Inspection – Lot Inspection & Sampling Plan at ICW. Gain insights into lot formation, lot-by-lot inspection, and sampling strategies, including single, double, and multiple sampling.Read the guide →
Pre-shipment Inspection – Sampling RisksThose risks are a result of the following: 1. The inherent nature of sampling2. Combining different products into a single inspection...Read the guide →Regulatory guides
5 guidesSpecific requirements: CPSC eFiling, CARB composite wood certification, FCC applications, water beads and the EU PPWR.
CPSC Electronic Filing (eFiling) of Compliance Certificate DataThe Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is developing a new Electronic Filing (eFiling) system to electronically file compliance data.Read the guide →
Third Party Certification of Composite Wood Products by Manufacturers in CaliforniaOn 26 April 26, 2007, California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved a regulation, California Code of Regulations, Title 17, Section 93120 – 93120.Read the guide →
FCC Application Work FlowIf your wireless product is using radio frequency for communication (not including IR remote control) and it will be sold in US. It shall comply the FCC rule. It may also need to comply other US regulation if applicable to.Read the guide →
New CPSC requirement: Safety Standard for Toys – Requirements for Water BeadsWater bead means a various shaped liquid absorbent polymer, composed of materials such as, but not limited to, polyacrylamide and polyacrylate, which expands when soaked in liquid.Read the guide →Prepare for the new EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) entered into force on 11 February 2025 and applies from 12 August 2026.Read the guide →Company
1 guideICW's ISO 27001 information security certification.
