How much does it cost to have testing done?
An ISTA certified lab will assist in providing a quote for testing services. ISTA certified test labs are independent businesses so pricing could vary. Additionally, ISTA has a strong anti-trust policy through our non-profit association status so we don’t get involved in pricing matters.
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What is involved in the ISTA 6-Amazon.com-SIOC testing?
An overview of ISTA 6-Amazon.com-SIOC can be found on ISTA.org at the following link: click here Additionally, videos of test elements being conducted can been seen on AboutAmazon.com: click here
Who determines FFP certification?
You can find lots of good information about Amazon's requirements on their website - https://www.aboutamazon.com/sustainability/packaging Specifically for FFP, you will find the criteria in the Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging Program Certification ...
Under which ISTA 6-Amazon.com-SIOC test type does my packaged-product fall?
ISTA 6-Amazon.com-SIOC Packaged-Product Test Types: Type A: Shipment Method: Parcel Delivery of Individual Packaged-Products Handling Method: Standard Handling Method Weight & Dimensions: Less than 50 lb (23 kg) & Girth equal to or less than 165” ...
What is ISTA’s role in ISTA 6-Amazon.com testing?
ISTA is a not-for-profit trade association with a mission to empower organizations and their people to minimize product damage throughout distribution and optimize resource usage through effective package design. In efforts to achieve this mission ...
What is APASS and will Amazon accept reports from non-APASS labs?
Amazon’s Packaging Support and Supplier Network (APASS) is a program that was initiated by, and is led by, Amazon. Questions regarding the APASS program need to be directed to Amazon at CPEX-lab-trainers@amazon.com While there are likely business ...