Flammability Testing

Building on more than a century of safety science expertise and experience, UL is recognized as a leader in fire safety testing, certification and research. Today, we continue to uphold and advance flammability testing to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Dedicated to helping protect lives and property, UL applies modern test methods and analyses to help ensure the highest level of safety around the world. Across markets and regions, we work closely with regulatory authorities, manufacturers, insurers, retailers and other partners in the safety community. Definition UL utilizes recognized testing methods found in our own standards and the standards of organizations such as the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), ASTM International (ASTM) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) to test products for compliance to global standards. Benefits Our technical expertise, testing capabilities and world-class facilities enable UL to be a full-service provider for global and local customers. We offer the highest level of regulatory acceptance in the industry, market recognition, expertise and service to help manufacturers get safer products to market more quickly. With more than 21 billion products carrying the UL Mark, UL provides the most visible and reliable confirmation of a product's compliance with national and international requirements. UL's integrity, independence and leadership in U.S. safety standards development all stand behind the Mark. A dedicated team of fire safety professionals, the widely referenced UL Safety Standards and Directories, world-class facilities and comprehensive services combine to make UL the most prominent and trusted source for the industry.