Accredited Cleaning Products Testing for Safety & Compliance
At CAL Laboratories, we provide testing services for cleaning products to support manufacturers of disinfectants, household cleaners, commercial formulations and sanitizers. Our laboratory services help brands meet Health Canada, US FDA requirements, while also validating marketing claims and ensuring consumer safety. From raw materials through to finished products, our testing confirms quality, stability, and compliance every step of the way.
Household Product Testing Services
Household products are among the most heavily regulated consumer goods due to direct exposure in everyday use. CAL Laboratories offers comprehensive household product testing to confirm stability, shelf life, compliance and absence of contaminants.
Products we test include:
- All-purpose cleaners, foams, and gels
- Bar soaps and dishwashing products
- Laundry detergents and whitening aids
- Bathroom and kitchen disinfectants
- Bleaches and drain openers
- Surface cleaners (glass, wood, metal)
Our testing ensures that your household cleaning products meet label claims, contain consistent levels of active ingredients, and remain stable over their shelf life.
Commercial Product Testing for Janitorial & Institutional Use
We also specialize in commercial products testing for large-scale and institutional use, where performance and safety are critical. Products tested include:
- Janitorial and hard-surface cleaners
- Commercial dishwashing liquids
- Odor control products
- Floor and carpet cleaners
- Commercial laundry detergents
- Automotive washes, polishes, and protectants
Industrial Cleaning Product Validation
Industrial cleaning products demand robust testing due to their concentrated strength and specialized use. CAL Laboratories provides validation and testing services for:
- Scale, lime, and rust removers
- Food and brewery cleaners
- Dairy and pharmaceutical equipment sanitizers
- Industrial sterilizers and disinfectants
- Metal and heavy equipment cleaners
We perform accelerated aging, forced degradation, and real-time stability studies to ensure industrial cleaners maintain efficacy under demanding conditions.
Comprehensive Analytical Testing Services
Our full-service analytical lab provides detailed chemical, microbiological, and physical testing to support household, commercial, and industrial product claims.
Chemical Analysis:
- Formaldehyde in aqueous cleaning solutions
- 1,4-dioxane in surfactants
- GC-MS/MS and LC-MS/MS for unknowns
Microbiological Testing:
- Yeast and mould counts
- Standard plate count
- Antimicrobial efficacy verification
Physical & Stability Testing:
- pH and viscosity
- Colour, odour, and appearance
- Freeze-thaw and photostability testing
- Accelerated aging & product stress testing
- Moisture and weight change analysis
Shelf Life & Product Expiration Testing:
- ICH stability studies
- Real-time and accelerated shelf life testing
- Expiration date determination
- Formula optimization for improved stability
Method Development & Validation
Every cleaning product formulation is unique, requiring tailored testing protocols. CAL Laboratories offers:
- Method development & validation
- Method transfer for global regulatory submissions
- Complete documentation packages (analytical methods, results, raw data, graphs, CoAs)
This ensures your cleaning products are supported by validated science, reducing regulatory risk and increasing consumer trust.
Why Choose CAL Laboratories for Cleaning Product Testing?
- ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited facility
- Health Canada and EPA-compliant methodologies
- Experience across household, commercial, and industrial categories
- End-to-end testing from raw ingredients to finished goods
- Full documentation for regulatory filings and retail submissions
FAQs: Cleaning Products Testing Services
It ensures that products are safe, effective, and compliant with Health Canada and US FDA regulations while validating consumer-facing claims.
Yes. We provide ingredient verification, in-process monitoring, and finished product testing to confirm consistency and compliance.
Yes. We conduct both accelerated and real-time stability studies to establish expiration dates and support label claims.
Yes. We test for yeast, mould, and bacteria to ensure product integrity and antimicrobial efficacy.
Yes. We provide validated methods, test data, and full documentation packages for submissions to Health Canada, EPA, and international authorities.