Certifications
ISO Certification 17205:2017
The only lab in the Middle East to be certified by an international standards authority, boosting its global credibility.
Achievements of the Laboratory to Date
Kimberly Laboratory is the first specialized laboratory in Qatar dedicated to the testing of diamonds and gemstones (excluding precious metals), accredited by the Qatar Standards and Metrology Authority and certified with a global ISO standard. The lab is distinguished by itsprecise and reliable services, offered in accordance with the highest international standards, and equipped with the most advanced technologies in the field.
Notable Achievements:
- First Qatari License for Gemstone Testing:The laboratory received the first official license in Qatar to practice gemstone testing.
- ISO Certification TL-1206:The only lab in the Middle East to be certified by an international standards authority, boosting its global credibility.
- Establishing Links with Leading Gemological Institutes in Switzerland and France: The lab has partnered with renowned institutions such as GGTL, SSEF, and LFG, enhancing its capacity to conduct gemstone testing at world-class standards.
- Appointment of a Global Strategic Advisor: Mr. Corentin Quideau, a renowned French brand strategist and advisor to leading global brands such as Cartier, Bulgari, Boucheron,Messika , Gucci ,Chow Tai Fook , UFBJOP and HEJ , has been appointed as the lab’s strategic consultant.
- Partnership Agreement with HRD Antwerp (Belgium): A strategic partnership to strengthen gemstone testing operations in Qatar and provide expert consultancy.
- Appointment of the First Female Jewelry Expert at the Ministry of Justice: Ms. Einas Mohamed was appointed as the first officially accredited jewelry expert to serve in Qatari courts, prosecution, and legal proceedings.
- Collaboration with the GIA (Gemological Institute of America): Supporting the loose diamond testing sector and providing specialized training courses for customs officers in Qatar.
- Licensing of the First Accredited Training Center: The lab received official approval from the Ministry of Education to establish a specialized center for jewelry training and design.
- Training of Customs Inspectors: The Qatar Customs Authority officially recognized the lab as an authorized provider of training programs for border inspection officers.
- Regional and International Partnerships: The lab collaborated with Qatar Museums, Danat Laboratory in Bahrain, and MT Laboratory in Riyadh to exchange expertise and expand regional capabilities.
- Specialized Training Programs: The lab delivered its first specialized course in gemstone testing and jewelry design in partnership with HRD Antwerp, involving customs officers, jewelry designers, and Qatar University students.
- School Awareness Programs: The lab organized lectures and awareness visits at science and technology schools as well as Qatar Academy schools to raise awareness of gemology as a discipline.
Collaboration with the Ministry of Social Affairs and Qatar University: Training courses were offered in partnership with NAMA Center and the College of Arts to empower female students and enhance their skills in this field
Qatar Standardization
Qatar Standardization refers to the system and processes managed by Qatar’s government to ensure that products, services, and systems meet consistent quality, safety, environmental, and efficiency standards. These standards are typically aligned with international norms but are tailored to meet the specific needs, laws, and conditions of Qatar.
Key Body: Qatar General Organization for Standardization (QS)
In Qatar, Qatar General Organization for Standardization (QS) — under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI) — is the main authority responsible for standardization, metrology (measurement standards), and conformity assessment.
Core Functions of Qatar Standardization:
1. Developing National Standards:
Creating Qatar-specific standards for products, services, industrial processes, and systems.
Often based on ISO, IEC, GCC, or other international benchmarks.
2.Conformity Assessment:
Ensuring imported or locally made goods comply with Qatari standards.
This includes testing, certification, and inspection procedures.
3. Metrology:
Regulating and maintaining standards for weights and measurements used in trade and industry.
4.Product Certification:
Issuing certificates of conformity (CoCs) to allow products to enter the Qatari market.
Especially important for regulated goods such as electrical appliances, toys, building materials, etc.
5.Regulatory Compliance:
Supporting implementation of Technical Regulations for safety, health, and environmental protection.
Importance of Qatar Standardization:
* Protects consumer safety and public health.
*Facilitates trade by ensuring compatibility and quality.
*Supports sustainable development and economic diversification.
* Promotes innovation by providing clear technical guidelines.
If you’re dealing with product imports, manufacturing, or construction in Qatar, compliance with Qatari standards is typically mandatory and enforced through customs clearance and market surveillance.
World Diamond Council
The World Diamond Council is an international organization that represents the entire diamond value chain, including mining, manufacturing, trade, and retail. The Council was established in July 2000 in the city of Antwerp – Belgium. It includes prominent representatives from the International Diamond Manufacturers Association and the World Federation of Diamond Bourses, along with diamond trading centers around the world.
The creation of the Council came in response to the challenges of using diamond revenues in financing conflicts, where it was tasked with developing strategies to combat what is known as “conflict diamonds.” In December 2000, the United Nations General Assembly adopted, after negotiations between governments and industry, a historic resolution supporting the establishment of an international system for issuing certificates for rough diamonds.
The Kimberley Process Certification Scheme was established, entering into force in 2003 with the participation of civil society and the diamond industry. This system contributed to reducing the trade of “conflict diamonds” to less than 1% of the total global diamond production.
Today, the World Diamond Council has become the main reference for all working groups of the Kimberley Process, playing a central role in policy-setting and future reforms.
The Council is currently chaired by Stephen Fischer from the United States – a member of the Antwerp Council, Belgium.
THE WORLD JEWELLERY CONFEDERATION (CIBJO)
The World Jewellery Confederation, or CIBJO (Confédération International de la Bijouterie, Joaillerie, Orfèvrerie des Diamants, Perles et Pierres), is the primary international jewellery, gemstones and precious metals association, representing the interests of all individuals, organisations and companies earning their livelihoods from the mining, processing, manufacturing and trade of these products. It is the oldest such organisation, having originally been established in 1926.
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