ISO 11357
ISO 11357:2023 is the internationally recognized standard that specifies methods for the thermal analysis of polymers using Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC). It plays a vital role in determining essential thermal properties such as melting behavior, glass transition temperature, crystallization, and oxidative stability of plastics and polymers. Quality Asia Certification provides globally accepted ISO 11357:2023 certification services that verify the reliability and accuracy of thermal characterization processes in polymer-based industries.
This certification is essential for manufacturers, research institutions, and testing laboratories working in materials science, product innovation, or regulatory compliance related to plastics and polymers.
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What is ISO 11357?
ISO 11357:2023 is a standardized method under the ISO framework that provides procedures for conducting Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) tests. These procedures allow organizations to measure thermal transitions and properties critical to the performance, safety, and durability of polymeric materials. The standard consists of multiple parts, covering various aspects such as glass transition, melting behavior, crystallization, and oxidation induction time.
The scope of ISO 11357 includes:
- Part 1: General principles
- Part 2–6: Specific testing methods (e.g., glass transition, melting/crystallization, oxidative stability)
- Part 7: Dynamic modulated DSC
Why is ISO 11357 important?
In an industry where material performance and safety are paramount, ISO 11357:2023 offers a scientific and standardized approach to analyze thermal behavior of polymers. The certification is particularly critical for sectors like:
- Automotive
- Medical devices
- Electronics
- Packaging
- Construction
It ensures consistency in DSC testing procedures, facilitates quality control, aids in product development, and supports compliance with national and international regulations.
By obtaining ISO 11357 certification, your organization demonstrates its commitment to scientific accuracy, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance in material testing.
What are the benefits of ISO 11357?
- Ensures standardized testing of polymers across global markets.
- Reduces material failure risk by identifying thermal transition points accurately.
- Enhances product safety and compliance with international quality expectations.
- Provides essential data for R&D and material selection.
- Helps in verifying supplier quality and consistency for raw materials.
- Facilitates traceability and comparability in polymer performance testing.
What kind of businesses can benefit from ISO 11357?
✅ Strengthened Product Reliability
Achieve consistency in thermal performance testing, resulting in higher product integrity and reliability.
✅ Competitive Market Positioning
ISO 11357:2023 certification builds trust among clients, regulators, and stakeholders, giving you an edge in quality-focused markets.
✅ Enhanced R&D Capabilities
Enables accurate data collection for polymer behavior, supporting innovation and high-performance material design.
✅ Faster Time-to-Market
Accurate thermal analysis accelerates product development cycles and reduces trial-and-error iterations.
✅ Compliance with Industry Standards
Ensures conformance with mandatory testing protocols in highly regulated industries such as automotive and medical devices.
✅ Global Recognition
Certification under ISO 11357:2023 is accepted worldwide, facilitating international trade and customer confidence.
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Why QualityAsia?
QualityAsia always vanguard in the auditing and governing of internationally acclaimed standards practices. At QualityAsia, we focus on driving the success of our clients through creating excellence with our trained professional auditors. The content of our service provision, comply with international certification rules defined by the accreditation bodies without burning a hole in your pocket. We will take you through the journey of audits with our best kept audit practices, viz.:
Initial Certification – Stage 1 (Preparatory Phase)
- Thorough documented information review.
- Exchange of information with staff through online or onsite presence.
- Identification of key performances, processes & objectives as per the standard requisites.
- Analysis of facilities, infrastructure, systems and processes in regard with the requested certification scope with a resource allocation review.
Initial Certification – Stage 2 (On-site Audit)
- Measurement, reporting & reviewing the performances against key performances objectives.
- Reviewing the suitability of the system meeting the legal, regulatory & contractual requirements.
- Operational control of processes, internal audits & management reviews while understanding the responsibilities for the policies.
- Conclusion based on prescriptive requirements, policy, performance objectives, staff skill, operations, procedures, internal audits, etc.
Surveillance & Certification Renewal
Drawing out the scrutiny on various aspects of the previously done audits on effectiveness while reviewing the various processes and control of the operations in the QMS and finally going for the recertification.
