PM-InternationalPM-International

Wellness from inside and out

The concept: Product Quality regularly independently tested

TÜV SÜD ELAB GmbH, a professional laboratory service provider, has successfully been working in the food, water and environmental analytics fi eld as well as in medical laboratory services for many years.

The regular and independent analyses of selected param-eters, conducted by TÜV SÜD ELAB GmbH on a regular basis, complement the manufacturer’s own product controls. An internet link (QR code) printed on the product label leads to detailed information about the test plan (pa-rameters and frequencies). Here, it is transparently clear which products have been tested. All essential informa-tion about the test plan are published on the Internet.

TÜV SÜD Product Service GmbH

Success Story:PM-International

Overview

Customer PM-International AG

Industry High-quality nutritional supplements and cosmetics

Company profi le

Group revenue: US$ 460 million30 sites worldwideHeadquarters: Schengen, Luxembourg

Challenge Development of test plans for the verifi cation of a diverse product portfolio

Our solution

Overall concept ranging from sampling to analytics, establishment of regular unannounced testing incl. follow-up inspection in case of non-conformities, online platform for transparency of overall concept

Benefi ts Sustainable strategic positioning of the company, high comprehensibility and transparency, laboratory results as approved test criteria

In the global market for nutritional supplements, the regular independent analytics provided by TÜV SÜD ELAB GmbH is an important advantage for PM-International AG in presenting the properties that determine the value of its products. Moreover, the project also offers a high level of transparency of the testing concept to the consumer. Unannounced external sampling is also an obligatory part of this.

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Challenges for the company

PM-International is a direct sales company in the areas of health, fi tness and beauty. It develops, produces and markets premium-quality nutritional supplements and cosmetic products through two different brands: FitLine and BeautyLine. PM-International focuses on the premium segment of the market and banks on innovative product concepts that really stand out from the rest of the market. Premium for the company implies transparency and quality. Independent analyses of selected parameters on a regular basis complement its own controls and help improve the quality of its products even more.

The testing program

As independent inspection authority, TÜV SÜD ELAB GmbH guarantees independent testing by following the principle of random sampling. Samples are taken directly from a central warehouse, ensuring their integrity and therefore the independence of the test at all times. The laboratory test focuses on important properties that determine the value and quality of the products, such as vitamin, mineral and nutritional content as well as the microbiological status. Furthermore, the declaration of the products is also checked.

An important basis for the program is provided by the quality management system accredited according to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025:2005 and the standardized testing procedure of the TÜV SÜD ELAB GmbH.

Solutions from TÜV SÜD

Initial testing started in May 2016 with a range of 15 prod-ucts from the FitLine product line. Further products fol-lowed in September 2016 and, since then, the scope of the

regular analytics has been continuously extended. New products are added directly to the program. Furthermore, the testing program has been consistently introduced in Europe in all target markets of PM-International AG. The online platform is currently available in German, English, Japanese and Chinese.

The extension of the regular quality control to cosmetics is planned.

Services for PM-International

Regular laboratory analytics, declaration checks and product conformity tests for various target markets

Development of test plans, continuous determination of relevant test parameters

Online platform with transparent presentation of the testing concept

Choose certainty. Add value.

The customers’ trust in the products of PM-International AG is one of the most important success factors. The know-how and global network of TÜV SÜD play crucial roles in build-ing this trust, ensuring meaningful and reliable tests of the company’s diverse product range.

This added value through reliable testing is appreciated by the customers of PM-International AG. TÜV SÜD ELAB GmbH has the wealth of experience and expertise to offer solutions that are tailored to the entire range of foodstuffs as well as to the requirements of the customer.

TÜV SÜD ELAB GmbH, Birlenbacher Str. 14, 57078 Siegenwww.tuev-sued.de

“ Starting a long-term cooperation with TÜV SÜD has been a key strategic decision. How else could we succeed in getting our premium products tested – by a strong and professional partner?

ROLF SORG, FOUNDER AND CEO, PM-INTERNATIONAL AG

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