Industries
From hallmarking for fine jewellery brands to elemental testing for black mass processors, we deliver independent verification and assurance across established industries and emerging sectors, backed by expertise and integrity.
Select the sector that best suits your business to see how we can help you.
Whatever your industry, Birmingham Assay Office delivers the confidence you need to move forward. Our independent testing and certification services support businesses across traditional industries and emerging sectors, enabling you to meet regulatory obligations, demonstrate quality, and operate with confidence.
Fine Jewellery &
Luxury
For retailers, designers, makers, and brands.
- Independent hallmarking protecting brands
- Official UK assay office certification
- Builds trust at point of sale
E-commerce &
Online Sellers
For digital-first businesses and marketplaces.
- Streamlined hallmarking for online fulfilment
- Scalable support for growing volumes
- Strengthens trust in digital sales
Public Sector &
Enforcement
For government bodies and regulatory authorities
- Trusted, independent analytical testing
- Supports enforcement and compliance activity
- Clear, defensible reporting
Insurance &
Legal
For insurance and legal-based services
- Independent, authoritative testing and analysis
- Forensic insight for claims and disputes
- Trusted, impartial reporting
Consumer Products
& Safety
For retailers, designers, makers, and brands.
- Independent testing to support product safety
- Verifies material composition and quality
- Builds consumer trust and transparency
Education & Professional
Development
For education and professional-based services
- Specialist training in hallmarking and materials
- Develops technical knowledge and capability
- Delivered by recognised experts
Precious Metals
& Manufacturing
For manufacturing and material-based services
- Precision metal testing and certification
- Consistency across production process
- Full material traceability
Luxury Goods &
Collectibles
For high-value items and specialist materials
- Specialist testing for high-value assets
- Protects authenticity and provenance
- Discreet, secure handling
Technology &
Wearables
For technical and material-based services
- Advanced testing for complex materials
- Supports innovation in wearable products
- Ensures durability and material integrity
Heritage, Museums
& Cultural Institutions
For curators, conservators, and collections
- Non-destructive testing for sensitive items
- Protects authenticity and historical integrity
- Detailed analysis for archiving and research
Financial Services
& Wealth Management
For digital-first businesses and marketplaces
- Independent verification of high-value assets
- Supports due diligence and risk management
- Trusted reporting for investment decisions
Industrial &
Emerging Sectors
For industrial and manufacturing-based services
- Volume discounts
- Dedicated account manager
- Flexible scheduling
Medical & Dental
Technologies
For medical and technological-based services
- Precision testing for medical-grade materials
- Supports compliance with industry standards
- Verifies safety and material integrity