Packaging, Distribution Simulation & Stability Testing

LATAM's first commercial laboratory, located in the Coyol Free Zone, Costa Rica, helps life sciences reduce risks, accelerate time to market, and keep supply chains closer to home.

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ASTM/ISTA methods
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Main Capabilities
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Data logging & traceability
LATAM-first
Commercial test lab

Comprehensive Testing Capabilities

From design validation to distribution simulation and shelf-life support. Expand each card for representative methods.

Stability Testing


Accelerated and real-time aging: Walk-in and reach-in chambers

  • ICH Q1A - drug substances
  • Shelf-life justification
  • Temperature & humidity mapping
  • And more

Performance & Distribution


Simulation of handling and transport hazards for packaged goods

  • ASTM D4169, ASTM D7386, ISTA Series 3 Distribution
  • ASTM D4728 Random Vibration
  • ASTM D5276 Drop
  • ASTM D4332, ASTM F2825, and ISTA 3 Environmental Conditioning
  • And more

Packaging Integrity


Sterile barrier verification and seal evaluation to ISO 11607

  • ASTM F1929 Dye Penetration
  • ASTM F1886 Visual Inspection
  • Seal Strength
  • And more

The ECI Advantage

  • Located in Coyol Free Zone, Costa Rica, our lab is designed to simulate real-world conditions.
  • We use advanced testing methodologies and equipment, with expertise in packaging design and material science.
  • We provide data-driven insights and actionable recommendations for cost-effective solutions.
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Industries We Serve

Medical Devices

Biotech

Pharmaceutical

Nutritionals & Dietary Supplements

Cosmetics

Medical Devices

Pharmaceutical

Food & Beverage

Cosmetics

We also serve Electronics, Consumer Goods and offer expertise in specialized packaging requirements.

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Comprehensive Testing Services

Stability Testing

Evaluates the long-term durability and effectiveness of products, particularly medical devices and drugs, under various aging conditions.

The tests determine how well a product retains its quality, safety, and performance over its intended shelf life, ensuring that products are reliable for their entire duration of use.
Drugs Accelerated Aging and Real Time Aging - Q1A Stability Testing of New Drug Substances and Products, FDA.
Medical Devices Accelerated Aging (ASTM F1980) and Real Time Aging
Sterile Barrier Integrity Testing ASTM F2096 Bubble leak test, ASTM D3078 Vacuum bubble emission leak test
Dye Penetration ASTM F1929, ASTM F3039
Peel-open characteristics (peel down foraseptic presentation) EN 868–5

Additional testing Burst test, seal width, labeling indelibility
Seal Strength Testing ASTM F88/F88M

Visual Inspection ASTM F1886/F1886M, TAPPI T 564

Packaging Integrity Testing

Measure seal strength, identify leaks, and assess how easily and safely packaging can be opened. Thegoal is to ensure that the packaging keeps products secure, sterile, and ready for use throughout theirlifecycle.

Performance Testing

Evaluates the long-term durability and effectiveness of products, particularly medical devices and drugs, under various aging conditions.

The tests determine how well a product retains its quality, safety, and performance over its intended shelf life, ensuring that products are reliable for their entire duration of use.
Shock Testing: Free Fall Drop Testing – ASTM D5276

Compression Testing – ASTM D642
Altitude Testing – ASTM D6653

Concentrated Impact Testing – ASTM D6344
Environmental Conditioning ASTM D4332, ASTM F2825, ISTA Series 3
Distribution Simulation ASTM D4169, ASTM D7386, ISTA Series 3

The ECI Advantage

  • Located in Coyol Free Zone, Costa Rica, our lab is designed to simulate real-world conditions.
  • We use advanced testing methodologies and equipment, with expertise in packaging design and material science.
  • We provide data-driven insights and actionable recommendations for cost-effective solutions.
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Impact That’s Tangible

Why not see for yourself the value ECI provides to clients in need of testing? Find insight into the types of challenges our clients have faced through the specific case studies below.

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Our Strategic Services

Looking for support outside of project management? Our team is here to expertly guide you through every product lifecycle challenge you may encounter. Learn more about our other service offerings through the link below.

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You focus on your business. We focus on the momentum of the industry and help you keep pace across your portfolio.

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