- Ask which company is the certifying manufacturer for each product.
- Check it appears on SFI's published manufacturer list for the specification.
- Ask for the test data behind material and garment claims.
- Separate certified products from those still in development.
Who is the certifying manufacturer?
For every product you plan to sell as SFI-rated, ask which company certifies it, and check that company on SFI's published manufacturer list for that specification (3.2A for suits, 3.3 for accessories).
What is certified, and what is in development?
A trustworthy supplier separates products already certified from those being developed for certification, and from non-certified apparel. Be cautious of a supplier that calls everything "SFI approved": SFI does not approve products.
Test data
Ask for the figures behind any claim, such as the TPP of the material system, and how the finished garment was tested. A material figure is not a garment certification.
Construction details
Check the details the specification cares about: metal-tooth zippers with fire-retardant tape covered by fire-resistant material, fire-resistant cuffs, heat-resistant thread, and stretch panels that meet the suit's rating. See the SFI guide.
Labelling for your brand
Confirm how the patch and the inside label will appear on your private-label product, including the certifying manufacturer's identification.
Samples and terms
Approve samples before production and get specification, prices, MOQ, lead time and certification status in a written quotation. Our product pages show verified status, and the Collection Builder lets you request a whole range at once.
FAQs
Is "SFI approved" the right term?
No. SFI states that it does not certify, endorse or approve products; manufacturers certify their products under licence.
