How Product Testing Helps Verify Safety and Advertising Claims

Many consumer products rely on manufacturer-provided data to support safety and marketing claims. In some cases, independent third-party laboratory testing can help verify whether products meet those claims.

Third-party labs use standardized scientific methods to test for the presence of specific chemicals or to measure product performance. These tests can provide objective data that complements internal research or publicly available studies.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requires that advertising claims be truthful and supported by evidence. When claims are unclear or unsupported, consumers may be misled—even unintentionally.

Scientific testing and transparent documentation play a critical role in promoting consumer trust and accountability across industries.

Sources

Federal Trade Commission (FTC): Advertising Substantiation Policy

International Organization for Standardization (ISO): Laboratory Testing Standards

National Institutes of Health (NIH): Research Methods Overview