The Certifications Behind Guitar Cases: ISO, REACH and More

Certifications matter when cases cross borders. Here is what the common ones mean for case buyers.

ISO 9001

Quality management system — processes are documented and audited. Not a product test, but a factory discipline signal.

REACH

EU chemical regulation — materials (foam, dyes, hardware) must be tested for restricted substances.

Prop 65

California regulation on listed chemicals — often requested for US retail.

Others you may meet

  • CE — for certain electronics/accessories.
  • RoHS — electronics and coatings.
  • BSCI — social compliance audit.

We hold ISO 9001 and run REACH-compliant materials. See our certifications.