Analytical has reached a new milestone in its ZDHC journey: we are officially a ZDHC Approved InCheck Reviewer.
This qualification enables us to deliver Verified InCheck – Level 1, the on-site verification service for supply chain facilities that generate Performance InCheck Reports on the ZDHC Gateway.
This is the final service that was missing from our ZDHC portfolio—an important step that strengthens the credibility of chemical inventories used by suppliers and increases brand confidence in the reliability of InCheck reporting.
What is Verified InCheck – Level 1?
Verified InCheck – Level 1 is an on-site assessment designed to establish credibility and trust in the chemical inventory used by a supplier to generate their Performance InCheck Reports. The verification is carried out by a ZDHC Approved InCheck Reviewer, either as a third party or as a second party (for example, a brand representative).
The due diligence protocol is based on targeted spot checks on specific parameters and does not involve a line-by-line review of the full chemical inventory. The purpose is to validate—through focused checks—that essential inventory elements are consistent, traceable, and suitable to support InCheck reporting.
Following a successful verification, the facility receives a check mark in its ZDHC Gateway account, demonstrating verification to ZDHC Brands and Friends. The generation of Performance InCheck Reports then continues as usual.
Scope
Verified InCheck – Level 1 is applicable to all manufacturing facilities that generate Performance InCheck Reports, as described in the InCheck Reporting chapter. This includes, for example, fabric mills, dyeing and finishing units, laundries, printing units, tanneries, and footwear assembly units, as well as other relevant production sites within the supply chain.
Who can conduct the verification?
The verification can be conducted by ZDHC-approved third-party verifiers, listed on the ZDHC “Find your Expert” platform. With our new qualification, Analytical is now among the approved providers authorized to conduct Verified InCheck – Level 1.
The on-site check takes a minimum of 2–3 hours, depending on the size and complexity of the facility.
Why this matters for suppliers and brands
Verified InCheck – Level 1 addresses a clear need: strengthening confidence in the data and information that underpin Performance InCheck Reports. For suppliers, it is an opportunity to reinforce credibility on the Gateway and demonstrate—through an approved verification process—the robustness of their chemical inventory practices. For brands, the check mark provides an additional layer of assurance and transparency when engaging with their supply chain, supporting informed decisions and continuous improvement.
Analytical’s support as an Approved InCheck Reviewer
As a ZDHC Approved InCheck Reviewer, Analytical supports facilities in planning and conducting the site visit, ensuring a structured approach aligned with the ZDHC protocol. Our focus is to make the process clear and effective, promoting readiness, traceability, and the availability of information relevant to the verification.
Facilities that generate Performance InCheck Reports and wish to activate Verified InCheck – Level 1 can contact us to define the scope and schedule the on-site visit. For further information and requests, contact us.