About IDFL
About IDFL
Founded in 1978 in Salt Lake City, Utah, IDFL has grown from a down and feather testing laboratory into the world’s leading authority on filled textile quality and certification. With offices in over 20 countries and testing facilities across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, we serve clients in every major region of the globe. Our mission is simple: Ensure the quality, integrity, and sustainability of filled textile products, everywhere. See each of our office's information here.
Our Services
IDFL provides a comprehensive suite of services across the textile and fill product industry:
- Laboratory Testing: Down and feather, synthetic fills, natural fibers, and textiles.
- Audits and Certifications: Traceability, animal welfare, sustainability, social compliance, and factory audits.
- Consulting and R&D: Customized support to help clients meet evolving industry standards and consumer expectations.
Whether you’re a global brand, manufacturer, or startup, we help ensure your products meet the highest quality and ethical standards.
Our Reach
- 25+ global offices and labs. With facilities strategically located across North America, Europe, and Asia, we offer localized service with consistent global standards.
- Serving clients in over 45 countries. From multinational corporations to manufacturers, we support partners across six continents with tailored testing and certification solutions.
- Trusted by top brands worldwide. Our clients include leading names in outdoor gear, luxury bedding, apparel, and home textiles—brands that rely on us for accuracy, integrity, and speed.
Why IDFL?
- Trusted Expertise: With nearly five decades of experience, we set the benchmark for industry standards.
- Unmatched Global Presence: Local service, global consistency.
- Ethical Focus: We prioritize sustainability, animal welfare, and transparent supply chains.