Testing for Mattresses and Mattress Pads

Flammability Testing of Mattresses

QAI performs testing to the following fire test methods and others: 

• 16 CFR 1633 – Open Flame Testing of Mattress Sets (Federal)
• 16 CFR 1632 – Cigarette Resistance Testing of Mattresses and Mattress Pads (Federal)
• ASTM E1590 – Fire Testing of Mattresses
• Cal TB 129 – Fire Testing of Mattresses for Public Occupancies
• Cal TB 121 – Fire Testing of Mattresses for High Risk Occupancies
• BFD IX-11 – Mattress Fire Test (Boston Area)

British Standards – BS 7177 Mattress Flammability Standard & Others

QAI supports manufacturers aiming to meet international flammability testing standards, including those used in the UK.  One of the most referenced is the BS 7177 mattress flammability standard, which outlines fire resistance requirements for mattresses, divans, and bed bases in domestic and commercial environments.

While QAI operates as a North American lab, we help clients demonstrate alignment with global benchmarks including:

• BS 7177 – Mattress flammability performance
• BS 7175 – Flammability of bedding items
• BS 6807 – Ignition sources for testing
• BS EN 597 – Assessment of ignitability using a smouldering cigarette or gas flame

Durability Testing of Mattresses

QAI provides years of technical experience in the industry being able to support your mattress and furniture testing needs, ensuring your products get to market: efficiently and compliant.  QAI supports manufacturers of mattress and furniture products ensuring compliance to country and/or federal, state and local regulations.  Contact QAI today to get a quote for your mattress and furniture testing needs.