by Amber Livesey | Jun 4, 2026 | Packaging Testing, Test Selection
Packaging testing for startups is one of those things that doesn’t show up on most launch checklists — until a damage claim does. Quick Answer Packaging testing for startups typically starts with ISTA 1A or 2A for parcel-shipped products, or ISTA 6-Amazon...
by Amber Livesey | Mar 26, 2026 | Packaging Testing, Test Selection
What is Amazon packaging certification and which test do you need? Amazon packaging certification is tested under the ISTA 6-Amazon standard, which has two certification paths — SIOC and Over-Boxing. SIOC certifies products that ship in their existing retail or...
by Amber Livesey | Mar 4, 2026 | Packaging Testing, Temperature Testing
What is heat testing for packaging and when do you need it?Heat testing for packaging involves conditioning samples at elevated temperature and humidity before running standard ISTA or ASTM mechanical test sequences. It replicates the thermal stress packaging...
by Amber Livesey | Feb 2, 2026 | Packaging Testing, Product Development
Why does packaging testing sometimes fail to prevent problems, even when it’s performed correctly?Because of timing, not technique. Testing introduced after design freeze — once materials, cushioning, and pack configuration are already locked — can only confirm...
