Qualifications

The Biggest Product Inspection Company from Asia

Our International Qualifications

IFIA Approved

QC China has gone beyond meeting international and local regulatory standards by securing essential accreditations and joining prominent industry organizations. As a member of IFIA (International Federation of Inspection Agencies), QC China adheres to rigorous integrity and compliance standards, including passing annual audits that align with IFIA’s strict compliance program. IFIA represents over 40 of the world’s top inspection, testing, and certification companies, setting high expectations for ethical conduct and professionalism in the industry.

CNAS 17020 Accreditation

QC China has held CNAS 17020 (ISO17020/IEC17020) accreditation since 2010, establishing it as a fully accredited inspection body authorized to conduct relevant services in China. Accreditation from the China National Accreditation Service (CNAS) is recognized by over 77 countries under ILAC, ISO, and IEC, affirming the quality and technical compliance of accredited bodies. Many Chinese inspection firms lack CNAS and AQSIQ certifications, and legally, their quality assurance and technical standards may not meet required levels.

AQSIQ Accreditation

AQSIQ, or the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine, is a key Chinese governmental body responsible for national quality control, inspection of imports and exports, product safety, and certification enforcement. Legally, independent inspection companies operating in China must have both AQSIQ and CNAS17020 accreditation to ensure compliance. Only reports from companies with these accreditations are recognized as legally valid, affirming the quality and reliability of their inspection services within China.

APSCA Accreditation

QC China is a member of the Association of Professional Social Compliance Auditors (APSCA), an industry association focused on enhancing the professionalism, consistency, and credibility of auditors and organizations conducting independent social compliance audits.

TIC Council

QC China has taken extra steps to ensure compliance with both international and local regulations, not only by securing necessary accreditations but also by joining leading industry organizations. TIC (Testing, Inspection, and Certification Council) represents over 40 top global inspection, testing, and certification companies, setting high standards for member integrity and compliance. Membership requires passing annual audits and adhering to a rigorous compliance program to maintain TIC’s standards.

Sedex Affiliate Audit Company (AAC)

QC China, as a Sedex Affiliate Audit Company (AAC), conducts SMETA social audits in China, India, and Vietnam. Since November 1, 2018, only registered AACs on the Sedex platform are authorized to carry out third-party SMETA audits, which is the most widely recognized ethical audit format. SMETA audits promote best practices in ethical auditing, helping businesses worldwide assess and manage supply chain risks. Currently, over 50,000 members across more than 150 countries rely on Sedex SMETA audits to maintain ethical standards within their supply chains.

ISO 9001 Certification

QC China has been ISO 9001:2015 certified by Intertek Certification Limited. This certification shows that our procedures and management conform to international standards and requirements.

Inspire Excellence

QC China is the partner level organizational member of ASQ (American Society for Quality). ASQ is the most influential organization in the field of international quality academic management and exchange, providing enhanced expertise, professional networks, tools, and solutions to advance the products, services, and industries.

Member of AAFA

The American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA) represents over 1,000 world famous brands in the footwear and apparel industry. As an official member of AAFA QC China performs many garment, shoe and textile inspections for top brand names.

ILAC Certification

International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) is an international organization that certifies Inspection bodies and 3rd party labs. ILAC represents 77 economies including: (Canada, Germany, France, UK, USA, Japan…). QC China is accredited by ILAC and is fully recognized by all representative countries.

SLCP Accreditation

QC China is a member of the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP), which offers the tools and system to measure working conditions in global supply chain. It aims to achieve a brighter future by means of sharing comparable and verified high-quality data that increases transparency and eliminates audit fatigue to free up and redeploy resources.