BIFMA Testing

CDG is an ISO 17025-accredited testing laboratory, globally recognized for its expertise in BIFMA standards. We are proudly listed on BIFMA's official website as an approved and trusted testing lab, delivering reliable and internationally accepted test reports that help furniture manufacturers demonstrate product quality, safety, and compliance.

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    What is BIFMA Testing?

    BIFMA testing ensures that office furniture meets the highest standards of safety, durability, and performance. It helps manufacturers verify product quality and gives buyers confidence in their purchase. Through rigorous testing, BIFMA standards create trust and transparency, making furniture more reliable and ready for global markets.

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    Who Can Conduct the Testing?

    Only accredited laboratories with specialized equipment and expertise are authorized to perform BIFMA testing. These labs must follow strict international quality standards to ensure accurate, reliable, and unbiased results, giving manufacturers confidence that their products meet globally recognized safety, durability, and performance requirements.

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    How to Verify Lab Credentials?

    To verify a lab’s credentials, first ensure it is ISO 17025 accredited by a recognized accreditation board. Review lab’s accreditation certificate to confirm its validity and authenticity. Next, check the accreditation board’s status on the official ILAC website to make sure it is approved. Finally, confirm that the lab’s scope of accreditation clearly covers BIFMA standards.

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BIFMA Testing We Conduct:

·  ANSI/BIFMA X5.1 –General-Purpose Office Chairs
Ensures chairs meet strength, stability, and durability requirements.

·  ANSI/BIFMA X5.4 – Lounge & Public Seating
Evaluates seating used in waiting & public areas for durability.

·  BIFMA X5.41-2021 – Large Occupant Public & Lounge Seating
Tests durability and safety of public and lounge seating for larger occupants.

·  ANSI/BIFMA X5.5 – Desk / Table Products
Verifies strength and load performance of desks and tables.

·  ANSI/BIFMA X5.6 – Panel Systems
Tests stability, strength, and performance of panel partitions.

·  ANSI/BIFMA X5.9 – Storage Units
Checks safety and structural integrity of storage furniture.

·  ANSI/BIFMA X5.11 – Large-Occupant Office Chairs
Assesses seating performance for larger weight classes.

·  ANSI/BIFMA X6.1 – Educational Seating
Evaluates chairs designed for education environments.

· ANSI/BIFMA X6.4 – Occasional-Use Seating
Evaluates strength and performance of seating meant for occasional use.

·  ANSI/BIFMA X6.5 – Home Office / Occasional-Use Desk & Storage
Assesses performance of desks and storage for home/occasional use.

· ANSI/BIFMA X9.2 – Privacy Pods
Defines safety, durability, and performance requirements for privacy pods

· BIFMA X8.1 Furniture Surfaces
Design and Durability for Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting Standard.

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Why choose CDG

ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited

CDG is accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 by ANAB, an ILAC MRA signatory. That means our methods, equipment calibrations, staff competence, and quality controls are independently audited, so your test reports are recognized internationally. Our scope includes BIFMA standards & you can verify our current status and detailed scope on ANAB’s public directory.

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BIFMA-Approved Test Laboratory

CDG is listed by BIFMA as an approved testing laboratory—verifiable on BIFMA’s official directory. We test to BIFMA performance standards and deliver clear, actionable reports. Our ANAB accreditation under the ILAC MRA assures technical competence, measurement traceability, impartiality, and trusted results for manufacturers and buyers.

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Industry-Grade Infrastructure

CDG has a fully equipped laboratory with advanced infrastructure, specialized expertise, and highly trained test engineers to conduct comprehensive BIFMA testing. We have fully implemented a robust laboratory management system to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and seamless operations throughout the testing process.

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BIFMA Compliant® Registry

Because CDG is ISO/IEC 17025 accredited and BIFMA-listed, our reports meet the program’s laboratory requirements for the BIFMA Compliant® registry. Once your product satisfies all applicable program rules and passes required tests, it can be submitted for listing. We provide complete information & guidance, so you can move from testing to registry submission with confidence.

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Ensuring Safety, Durability & Global Trust in Furniture Testing

At CDG, our mission is to go beyond just testing — we build confidence in every product we certify. With ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation and BIFMA approval, we provide comprehensive, reliable, and globally recognized furniture testing services. Our state-of-the-art laboratory and expert team ensure that every piece of furniture meets the highest safety, performance, and durability standards. By partnering with us, you gain more than compliance — you secure a trusted pathway to market success and customer satisfaction.

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