Testing laboratory in compliance with ISO 19443 certification

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More than 140 people
More than 140 people at your service
5200 m² laboratory
5200 m² laboratory + 99% of services are provided in-house
EDF approved
EDF approved

As a nuclear industry player, you want to have your products tested by an ISO 19443 certified laboratory

What is ISO 19443 certification?

The ISO 19443 certification is based on ISO 9001 and is intended for companies that manufacture products with an impact on nuclear safety. This world-renowned certification is designed for suppliers and helps ensure control over the compliance of services provided to NPPs/NSIs.

Improving safety and security is one of the primary goals of all industries; to achieve this, the quality of the products and services that contribute to it must be improved. Thanks to ISO 19443, major operators will be able to select trusted service providers.

Why choose the ISO 19443 standard?

The ISO 19443 standard has been developed by many international experts in close collaboration with national and international regulatory and industry requirements. It is a guarantee of quality and safety for organizations in the nuclear energy supply chain. This certification demonstrates control over processes and the quality of the products or services provided, both in France and worldwide.

The FILAB laboratory supports you in the analysis of your nuclear products in accordance with ISO 19443

Why choose FILAB for analysis according to ISO 19443?

The FILAB laboratory’s expertise in the field of energy and nuclear contributes to the development of your industrial projects in terms of inspection, optimization, and consulting for your business.

For many years, the FILAB laboratory has been approved by EDF to carry out the analysis required for PMUC approval and PMUC inspections.

In addition, FILAB is currently being certified by COFRAC for the ISO 19443 standard.

From the design to the implementation of your facilities, the FILAB laboratory supports you in assessing their compliance with international requirements through the following services:

our expertise for the energy and nuclear sector

Study of compatibility between fluids and materials

Identification of unknown contamination (deposits, particles)

Our analytical laboratory dedicated to the analysis of nuclear products according to ISO 19443

Organic chemical analyses: GCMS, Py-GCMS, LC-MSMS, GPC, NMR, FTIR

Mineral chemical analyses: ICP, XRD, IC

Thermal analysis: TGA, DSC

Metallurgical analyses: ICP, SEM-FEG EDX, SEO

Powder analyses: XRD, SEM-FEG EDX, BET

Surface analyses: SEM-FEG EDX, XPS, TOF-SIMS

Our FAQ

What is an "ITNS" product?

The concept of ITNS (Important To Nuclear Safety) is at the heart of the standard. Any product or service whose failure could compromise the safety of a nuclear facility is classified as ITNS. Product analysis therefore begins by determining whether it falls into this category in order to apply the appropriate level of rigor.

What types of products are covered by the analysis?

The analysis mainly concern:

  • Metal materials (alloys, welds, etc.)
  • Polymers and composites
  • Coatings and surface treatments
  • Fluids (oils, coolants, etc.)
  • Particulate or chemical contamination

All products that may affect the safety or performance of a nuclear facility are concerned.

Why carry out analysis as part of ISO 19443?

The analysis make it possible to:

  • Verify compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements
  • Ensure material traceability
  • Detect non-conformities or contamination
  • Secure critical supplies
  • Prevent in-service failures

It is a key lever for demonstrating risk control.

What is the fight against counterfeit, fraudulent or suspect items (CFSI)?

This is a major requirement of ISO 19443. Product analysis must include specific checks to detect:

  • counterfeits: illegal copies.

  • fraud: falsified test data or incorrect markings.

  • suspect items: products whose origin or quality is questionable.

The analysis should include visual detection methods, chemical tests, or enhanced supplier audits.

How can i get a quote from FILAB?

To get a quote, you can contact our teams via our contact form, by phone, or by email.
Simply send us your requirements (material type, desired analysis, any applicable standard, urgency, number of samples, etc.). We will then send you a personalized technical and pricing proposal within 24-48 hours.

What is the typical turnaround time for analysis?

Lead times vary depending on the nature of the analysis and the complexity of the expert assessment project.
However, FILAB is committed to providing fast lead times tailored to your constraints and industrial urgencies.

The filab advantages
A highly qualified team
A highly qualified team
Responsiveness in responding to and processing requests
Responsiveness in responding to and processing requests
A COFRAC ISO 17025 accredited laboratory
A COFRAC ISO 17025 accredited laboratory
(Staves available on www.cofrac.com - Accreditation number: 1-1793)
A complete analytical facility of 5,200m²
A complete analytical facility of 5,200m²
Tailor-made support
Tailor-made support
Video debriefing available with the expert
Video debriefing available with the expert
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