SGS SA (Société Générale de Surveillance) is a Swiss-based global provider of testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services. Founded in 1878 and headquartered in Geneva, the company operates a broad network of laboratories and offices worldwide, delivering independent verification, product testing, audits, and certification to support quality, safety, and regulatory compliance across industries.
For the chemical sector, SGS offers analytical testing of chemicals, polymers, fuels, and lubricants; materials characterization and failure analysis; cargo and trade inspection for bulk and specialty chemicals; and environmental, health, and safety monitoring. The company supports regulatory dossiers and compliance with frameworks such as REACH, CLP/GHS, and TSCA, and provides management system certification and supply chain assurance. These services help chemical producers, distributors, and downstream users validate product performance, meet standards, and access markets.