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In the garment industry, whether you are a manufacturer, importer, or brand, you must understand the importance of quality control in this business. This industry shifts swiftly, and any time lost in shipment or defect fixings can lead to unimaginable losses. Moreover, quality issues can quickly disseminate in the digital age, giving competitors an advantage. Therefore, quality control is essential, and quality inspection is the most commonly used method. In this post, we will guide you through the steps of a garment quality inspection, the key checkpoints to focus on, and how can C&Z expertise support your garment quality control.
A-dong Hanbok (아동한복), the traditional Korean children's attire, embodies centuries of cultural heritage with its vibrant colors, intricate embroidery, and symbolic designs. As demand grows for authentic cultural clothing, mass production has introduced critical quality risks: toxic materials, structural weaknesses, and safety hazards for children. At CZ-Quality, we implement specialized protocols to safeguard both children's safety and heritage authenticity.
Synthetic dyes may contain heavy metals exceeding Korea's K-REACH limits (lead ≤0.03%, cadmium ≤0.01%)
Our ICP-MS testing enforces Oeko-Tex Standard 100 compliance, detecting phthalates in plastic accessories
Formaldehyde in fabric treatments (tested per KS K 0905)
Weak seam strength (＜120N) causes outfit deformation during play
Silk/cotton blend strength ≥150N
Embroidery thread resistance ≥18N
Colorfastness to saliva and sweat (ISO 105-E04) for child safety
Small detachable parts posing choking hazards
AI pattern validation against National Folk Museum archives
Flame resistance testing (KS K ISO 15025) for sleepwear safety
2023 Seoul Market Audit
38% of children's Hanbok violated safety regulations
31% contained illegal chemicals (0.16% vs 0.1% limit)
25% showed choking hazard risks
Fabric supplier audits for KC certification (Korea Safety)
Digital microscopy for stitch density and small parts
KS K 0850 colorfastness to washing
XRF analysis for heavy metals in accessories
KC Mark certification for children's products
Partnering with Seoul's master artisans, we deploy hyperspectral imaging for dye analysis and blockchain traceability from materials to finished garments. Our 99.3% defect detection ensures compliance with KS A 9001 children's product standards.