testing & research

Take your cotton testing and research requirements to the next level with ICA Bremen.

what is ICA Bremen?

ICA Bremen is an 'international centre of excellence' for cotton testing, research and quality training.

Formed in October 2011, ICA Bremen combines the global reach of the International Cotton Association (ICA) with the quality expertise of Bremer Baumwollboerse (BBB) and the Bremen Fibre Institute (FIBRE).

what services can we offer you?

Simply click on the links below to find out more:

• Laboratory testing & quality arbitration >>
• Round trials >>
• Cotton grade standards >>
• Research & development >>
• Cotton classing & testing training >>
• and, coming soon: The International Laboratory Certification Scheme >>

You don't have to be an ICA or BBB member to use our services, but if you are, you will pay a reduced rate

Click here for more information about ICA membership

Click here for more information about BBB membership

why choose us?

• Impartiality and integrity
  You are guaranteed impartiality and integrity at all times, thanks to our combined expertise and international credibility
  
  
• Trust
  Your test results will remain confidential and, with ICA's global reputation as an arbitral body and the quality expertise of BBB, you can trust us to deliver a high quality arbitration service if needed
  
  
• Excellence
  We use the latest equipment and our laboratory is ISO 9001 certified and ISO 17025 accredited - demonstrating our commitment to operational efficiency and quality management practices
  
  
• Research
  Working closely with FIBRE, we have the resources to conduct and investigate cotton and fibre related research and development
  
  
• Experience
  You will receive accurate results, thanks to our highly experienced and knowledgeable staff
  
  
• Speed
  Your instrument testing samples can be tested immediately following conditioning - our turnaround time is usually one or two days