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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.
Zaguilas, the traditional costume from Spain's Murcia region, represents centuries of cultural heritage with its distinctive embroidery, vibrant colors, and intricate lacework. As demand for authentic Spanish attire grows, mass production has introduced critical quality risks: toxic dyes, structural weaknesses, and cultural misrepresentation. At CZ-Quality, we implement specialized protocols to safeguard both wearer safety and heritage authenticity.
Synthetic dyes may contain heavy metals exceeding EU REACH limits (cadmium ≤0.01%, lead ≤0.03%)
Our ICP-MS testing enforces Oeko-Tex Standard 100 compliance, detecting azo dyes in traditional red pigments
Formaldehyde in fabric stiffeners (tested per UNE-EN ISO 14184-1)
Weak embroidery stitches (＜15N) cause motif unraveling during traditional dances
Silk fabric strength ≥180N
Lace attachment resistance ≥20N
Colorfastness to perspiration (ISO 105-E04) for Mediterranean climate
Synthetic lace replacing traditional silk lace (≥90% natural fibers required)
Spectrophotometry ensures authentic "Murcian red" hue (Pantone 18-1663 TCX)
2023 Spanish Market Audit
37% of "authentic" Zaguilas costumes violated regulations
29% contained illegal phthalates (0.17% vs 0.1% limit)
23% showed embroidery detachment after minimal use
Fabric supplier audits for Spanish Craftsmanship Seal
Digital stitch analysis for embroidery density
UNE-EN ISO 105-B02 colorfastness to light
XRF analysis for heavy metals in metallic threads
CE marking for European market access
Partnering with Murcian master artisans, we deploy hyperspectral imaging for material analysis and blockchain traceability from local workshops to finished garments. Our 98.8% defect detection ensures compliance with UNE 40900 textile standards.