Hohenstein Laboratories (HK) Limited
Hong Kong
+852 31915816
Ms. Helen Chu
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Company Background Information:
Establised in 1946, the Hohenstein Institute carries out testing, certification and research in the field of textiles - all under one roof. About 5000 customers all around the world benefit from the expertise of the more than 400 employees who are either based at the headquarters in Boennigheim, or in a global network of branch offices in more than 30 different countries. We have been specializing in testing and certifying textile products of all kinds for nearly 70 years. We are extremely well versed in the production processes of the industry, we can offer wide-ranging portfolio of services in all the main textile producing and purchasing regions of the world, and can offer our customers tailor-made tests and services to meet their individual requirements.
Nature of Business:
With its innovative research and accredited testing, the Hohenstein Institute makes a highly regarded contribution to the whole textile and clothing industry. To this day, the Hohenstein experts are still continuously expanding the industry‘s expertise with fundamental findings and using their interdisciplinary skills to open up ever more new activities.
Activities in Science Park:
Testing and research in the field of chemical textile analysis and fastness testing as well as examinations of physical properties of textile products and fabrics in order to demonstrate the compliance of these products with international standards and industry requirements. Hohenstein is specialized in developing new test methods to proof claim of textile performance in various segments. Ongoing improvement of the efficiency for chemical testing methods is also one of the targets of Hohenstein Institute.
- Tests for harmful substances on textiles (according to the German
Law on Food, Articles of Daily Use and Feed (LFBG) and OEKO-
TEX® Standard 100)
- Testing the material quality of textile (performance)
- Determining the material composition (Textile Labeling Act)
- Determining of appearance after care treatment
- Consultation and seminars