Background: Certifications are more than labels—they are proof of compliance, safety, and supply chain reliability. The right certifications help products pass customs smoothly, reduce regulatory risk, and build trust with local distributors and retailers.
What do different certifications mean?
ISO 9001 – Quality Management System
Ensures standardized production processes, consistent quality control, and continuous improvement. It requires stable quality across batches and predictable production outcomes.
BSCI – Social Compliance
Audits working conditions, labor rights, and ethical manufacturing practices. It requires reduced compliance risk when supplying major retailers and brands.=
REACH – EU Chemical Regulation
Controls hazardous substances in materials and components.
Products meet EU safety standards and can enter European markets legally.
TSA Lock Compliance
Allows security authorities to inspect luggage without damage.
It is essential for luggage sold in or exported to the U.S. market.
So what certification required in your market?
US: ISO 9001, BSCI (retailer-driven), TSA lock compliance, CPSIA (for specific materials or accessories).
EU: REACH, ROHS, ISO 9001, BSCI.
UK: UK REACH, ISO 9001, BSCI.
ME: ISO 9001, country-specific conformity documents.
AP: Requirements vary by country, commonly ISO 9001 and material safety compliance.
With Greatchip, certifications are not an afterthought—they are part of a structured sourcing strategy designed to help buyers enter markets with confidence.
