Intertek acquires 4-Front Research

10 Apr 2008

Intertek Group plc (Intertek), leading provider of quality and safety solutions to a wide range of industries around the world, announces the acquisition of 4-Front Research Limited, 4-Front Research UK Limited, 4 Front Research SAS (France) and Four Front Research (India) Pvt Limited), (together “4-Front Research”), a provider of testing services for consumer healthcare and related products.

4-Front Research provides analytical support for clinical research studies on cosmetic, personal care, functional food, and over-the-counter (OTC) pharmaceutical and medical products. Customers, which include national and international consumer product brands, use 4-Front Research’s services for product development, support, and to verify promotional statements. Products are evaluated for dermatological, allergenic, sunlight or dental effects amongst others.

With seven sites in England and sites in Hyderabad, India and Paris, France, 4-Front employs 110 healthcare clinical scientists and technicians and will form part of Intertek’s Consumer Goods division.