Certification process
Allergy UK works with testing standards across many categories of products and industry types, including household items, bedding, vacuums, air purifiers and more. Each product is rigorously evaluated to make sure it meets the specific criteria set for its category.
- Independent evaluation: A panel of independent scientific consultants, composed of leading experts in allergy care, help to establish the standards and review the results. This ensures that the certification is both impartial and trustworthy.
- Rigorous testing: Products undergo extensive testing to confirm their effectiveness in reducing or eliminating allergens. Only those that meet our stringent standards are awarded the Seal of Approval or Allergy Friendly Product Award.
Standards
Our standards are set by:
- Expert contributions: We collaborate with technical and industry specialists who provide valuable insights into the latest developments in allergy prevention and management.
- Scientific research: Our standards are informed by the latest scientific literature and clinical studies, ensuring they are grounded in up-to-date evidence.
- Global standards: We review relevant national and international standards to ensure our criteria meet or exceed global best practice.
- Independent analysis: Allergy UK conducts its own rigorous testing using protocols designed by leading scientific advisors to verify the effectiveness and safety of products.
Testing
Our testing process is thorough and comprehensive:
- International and proprietary methods: We test products using both internationally recognised standards and our proprietary methods, which are tailored to assess a product as used by the intended consumer.
- Collaboration with top laboratories: We work with a network of internationally recognised testing laboratories to ensure our tests are conducted to the highest standards. (Seal of Approval only)
- Ongoing monitoring: Products which receive the Allergy UK endorsement are subject to regular monitoring and review to ensure they continue to meet our high standards over time.
Trusted mark of quality
Allergy UK’s logos are a trusted trademark, recognised globally by consumers and healthcare professionals alike. Over 200 products currently carry this mark, signaling to consumers that these products have been rigorously tested and found to be safe for those with allergies.
This not only helps consumers make informed choices but also encourages manufacturers to improve the safety and effectiveness of their products for people who live with allergies.