Frequently Asked Questions
How are the testing facilities in Belgium ranked?
By the PAL Testing Evidence Score: up to 30 points for facility transparency, analytical scope, quality and reporting, and ordering transparency, based only on what each business publishes on its own website. Ties are broken by the number of documented testing services, then by name.
Why is a company that accepts samples from Belgium not listed here?
Country pages only include businesses whose own website places a facility in Belgium. Accepting or collecting samples from a country is not the same as testing there.
What is the difference between a laboratory and a testing coordinator?
A laboratory runs the analyses itself. A testing coordinator takes orders and forwards samples to partner laboratories. Coordinators are listed separately and are not ranked against laboratories.
Does a paid PAL Pro profile rank higher?
No. PAL Pro adds profile features for verified owners. It does not change any finding, score, eligibility or position.
Why does a facility show no score?
It is listed without a number when it is not an independent laboratory, is not yet operating, its facility location is not confirmed, or it documents fewer than two of purity, identity and quantity testing. The reason is shown on its card.