Quality Inspection Report for RTA (Ready-to-Assemble) Particle Board Wardrobe
Product Description: RTA Wardrobe (Particle Board Construction)
Destination Market: United States
Export Origin: Malaysia
1. General Information
- Inspected Product: Particle Board Wardrobe (RTA)
- Inspection Criteria: ASTM standards (furniture), ANSI/HPVA HP-1-2020 (hardwood plywood), and buyer specifications.
- Key Focus Areas: Structural integrity, surface quality, functionality, and packaging.
2. Common Defects Identified
A. Appearance Defects (Visible Issues)
- Surface Imperfections:
- Scratches, dents, or chips on laminated surfaces.
- Uneven veneer/paint application (e.g., bubbles, streaks).
- Exposed particle board edges due to poor edge banding.
- Color/Pattern Inconsistencies:
- Mismatched panel colors or woodgrain patterns.
- Gloss level variations between components.
- Printing/Packaging Flaws:
- Misaligned or faded assembly instructions.
- Incorrect/missing labels (e.g., part numbers, country of origin).
B. Structural/Internal Defects
- Material Quality Issues:
- Particle board delamination or swelling (indicating moisture damage).
- Low-density board (spongy texture under pressure).
- Joint & Hardware Problems:
- Loose cam locks, dowels, or pre-drilled misalignments.
- Stripped screw holes or cracked pilot holes.
- Coating/Adhesive Failures:
- Weak edge banding adhesion (peeling/curling).
- Excessive glue residue on visible surfaces.
C. Functional Defects
- Assembly Issues:
- Non-interchangeable parts due to sizing errors.
- Missing pre-installed components (e.g., shelf pins, hinges).
- Hardware Performance:
- Drawer slides/doors failing to open/close smoothly.
- Hinge misalignment causing door sagging.
- Stability Concerns:
- Wardrobe wobbling after assembly (uneven leg leveling).
- Weak load-bearing capacity (shelves bending under weight).
3. Compliance Notes
- CARB P2 & TSCA Title VI: Confirmed particle board meets formaldehyde emission standards for the U.S. market.
- Packaging: No damage to cartons, but recommend added corner protectors for long-haul shipping.
4. Conclusion
The inspected RTA wardrobe generally meets functional requirements but requires improvement in edge banding consistency, hardware pre-installation checks, and moisture-resistant packaging. Critical defects (e.g., structural cracks) were <1%, while minor defects (e.g., surface scratches) averaged 3-5%. Recommend enhanced QC for:
- Pre-shipment hardware functionality tests.
- Humidity-controlled storage pre-export.
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Note: This report aligns with U.S. furniture import regulations and RTA industry norms. Defect thresholds should be agreed upon with the buyer per ANSI/BIFMA standards.
