At Hohenstein, we specialize in comprehensive footwear testing and certification services designed to help brands, retailers and suppliers meet rigorous quality, safety and regulatory standards. Our ISO 17025 accredited laboratories assess every component of your footwear products to ensure they are safe from harmful substances and compliant with international regulations.
We assess durability, flex resistance, slip resistance, abrasion, tear strength and other performance factors, verifying product quality, supporting claims and ensuring compliance.
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We analyze materials for restricted substances, ensuring compliance with global regulations such as REACH, California Proposition 65 and CPSIA.
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Using advanced tools like 3D foot scanning and pressure mapping, we evaluate fit, ergonomics and wear comfort to support better product design, reduce returns and meet consumer expectations.
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We conduct on-site quality checks at various stages of production.
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We certify footwear and components with OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 and LEATHER STANDARD, verifying they meet strict requirements for chemical safety and enabling consumer communication with a globally recognized label.
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Footwear is worn for extended periods and often comes into direct contact with the skin, creating a warm and moist environment inside the shoe. This makes it crucial to ensure that shoes don't contain substances with that risk consumer health.
Each component—from uppers and linings to soles and adhesives—can be a potential source of hazardous chemicals. Testing helps identify and mitigate these risks, ensuring product safety and consumer trust.
