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I. In-House Resources

AQL Sampling Chart
ANSI Chart for determining the sample size drawn, and acceptable number of defects, based on the order quantity and desired quality level

II. Major Consumer Products Quality and Safety Standards Associations and
    Related Organizations


USA based organization promoting the increase of knowledge of the application of colorants, chemicals, and polymers in the textile industry

USA based and internationally recognized organization for standards development, and official USA representative to the ISO

Large US-based organization for quality that works with consumers, industry and government

USA based and internationally recognized organization for standards development

California (USA) government organization focused on protecting and enhancing public health and the environment

Non-for-profit Canadian organization focused on serving industry, business, government and consumers by setting standards and enhancing public safety and health

Website devoted to explaining the significance of the "CE" product conformity marking

UK based organization focused on promoting the benefits of quality internationally

Non-partisan association of the Governors of eight Northeastern USA states focused on attending to issues that affect the economic, environmental, and social well beings of these states

Publication from the US Govt. Printing Office which is the codification of the general and permanent rules published in the Federal Register often contains standards in regard to product quality and testing

American agency focused on protecting consumers and families from dangerous products

USA government center within the Food and Drug Administration which regulates food and drug related issues

Internationally recognized organization setting standards for business, government and society - based in Geneva, Switzerland

Non-regulatory USA federal agency within the U.S. Department of Commerce focusing on technology, measurement and standards

Canadian government organization with the mandate to promote efficient and effective standardization in Canada

USA based and internationally recognized independent product safety and certification organization

Main USA government website

US initiative to secure boarder protection in the supply chain (also see this site)

USA federal government's primary centralized resource for gathering, cataloging, producing, providing, authenticating, and preserving published information in all its forms

III. Other Organizations for Quality and/or Better Trade
Washington D.C. based organization which provides information and promotes fair and open trade policies.

Organization devoted to continuously improving the quality not only of goods and services all over the world

International organization with the aim to promote international trade of grain and feed and to protect the interests of its members

Organization dedicated to addressing health and safety issues related to consumer products marketed globally

Trade association for inspection agencies and other organizations that provide inspection, testing and certification services internationally

Information source and register for auditors in the quality and manufacturing industry

International organization focused on providing economic and environmental benefits by preventing product damage and over packaging during the physical distribution of products

Independent, not-for-profit, organization that is committed to advancing organizational excellence across Canada

US government association for small businesses

IV. Important Quality Laws, Precedents and Acts On-line

Important US legislation on legal and safe materials for consumer products

V. Human Rights in Overseas Manufacturing, and Social Compliance Related

International organization with the main goal of encouraging companies to respect human rights

USA based organization which helps its member companies integrate sustainability into business strategy and operations through consulting, research, and events

China based organization and website devoted to promoting corporate social responsibility

UK based NGO focused on identifying and promoting "Good Practices" for ethical trading internationally

International, non-profit organization dedicated to ending sweatshop conditions in factories worldwide and building innovative and sustainable solutions to abusive labor conditions

UK based organization that works with brands and companies to develop ethical trading strategies, providing business focused advice and training

Tripartite UN agency that brings together governments, employers and workers of its member states in common action to promote decent work throughout the world

Beijing based consulting company with the aim of promoting social accountability in business and investment in China

International non-profit human rights organization dedicated to the ethical treatment of workers around the world and responsible for the social accountability standards SA8000

UN framework for businesses that are committed to aligning their operations and strategies with ten universally accepted principles in the areas of human rights, labor, the environment and anti-corruption

Independent labor rights monitoring organization, conducting investigations of working conditions in factories around the globe

Independent, non-profit organization dedicated to the certification of lawful, humane and ethical manufacturing throughout the world

VI. Environmental, WEEE and ROHS Related Information Sources

USA based organization that promotes energy efficiency worldwide

EU scheme designed to encourage businesses to market products and services that are kinder to the environment

USA based, globally focused, independent organization devoted to the disclosure of information in regard to labeling products "green" or environmentally friendly

Joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy focused on protecting the environment through energy efficient products and practices

Private sector body that sets voluntary standards for the certification of agricultural products around the globe.

USA government agency with the mission to protect human health and the environment

Independent, non-profit organization dedicated to the certification of lawful, humane and ethical manufacturing throughout the world

VII. Asia, USA and Euro Government Quality Related

US Congressional committee to monitor and report on the trade between USA and China.

China's government bureau which regulates quality and inspection for consumer and other products

Online site devoted to tracking the US congress and legislation

Online database of biographical information, voting records, campaign finances of US government members

Shanghai's own municipal government bureau which regulates quality and inspection for consumer and other products

VIII. Quality Publications, Media, Blogs and Related

USA based print and on-line publication focused on quality manufacturing and product quality issues

Monthly business publication serving the quality assurance and process improvement needs of manufacturing professionals

On-line collection of links and resources for the quality industry

On-line based publication devoted to electrical product safety compliance issues

IX. Industry Specific Associations

American lighting organization focused on educational programs, tradeshows, and marketing

Trade association dedicated to advancing the marketing of machine tools in the United States through distribution

Petroleum industry association

US-based toy association

US-based organization for auto safety

US-based organization that provides information, statistics, standards and more for cookware, bakeware and kitchenware

US-based industry leading organization for the hobby and craft industry

Forum for manufacturers and enthusiasts of cast iron cookware

Texas state (USA) organization for retailers of home furnishings

US-based publication and website that focuses on the home furnishing world

US-based business to business publication for the housewares industry

US-based organization focused on supply chain management

Full-service trade association dedicated to promoting the sales and marketing of housewares since 1938

All-industry association whose members provide services and products to the furnishings and design industry (USA)

Commercial jewelry site that provides some excellent references for jewelry

UK-based and focused organization for manufacturers and distributers of leisure and outdoor products

Washington, D.C.-based trade association whose mission is to enhance the climate for housing and the building industry

US-based organization comprised of wholesalers, manufacturers, and sales reps who are involved with hunting and shooting sports equipment and accessories

US-based organization focused serving home furnishing retailers

Serves the sporting goods industry by providing information, education and cost-saving services

Association to foster ethical business practices and promote the best interests of the Oriental Rug Trade in the United States

US-based trade association for companies in the active outdoor recreation business

Washington D.C. based industry association for sporting goods manufacturers

On-line portal for small business entrepreneurs

USA based global organization for competitive intelligence and related disciplines

Not-for-profit educational trade association comprised of distributors, manufacturers, and rep agents of light construction, industrial, and related products

X. Law, News and China Related Blogs

XI. International Tradeshow and Trade Fair Directories


XII.Sourcing and Trade Portals

 

 

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