At TGS — The Grading Standard, we believe trust is built through transparency, consistency, accountability, and ethical business practices. Beyond complying with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements, we voluntarily uphold the following standards to ensure confidence in our grading services and our commitment to the collecting community.
Grading Transparency: Our 1–10 grading scale is publicly available, clearly defined, and consistently applied. We do not inflate grades to attract customers, influence market prices, or gain a competitive advantage.
Quality Assurance Reviews: We regularly review our grading procedures and internal standards to promote consistency, accuracy, and fairness across all evaluations.
Shipping Protection: We strongly encourage customers to use insured and trackable shipping services and provide guidance to help protect valuable collectibles during transit.
Independence & Impartiality: TGS does not buy, sell, broker, or trade collectible cards. We operate exclusively as an independent grading and certification company, helping ensure objective and unbiased evaluations.
Accessibility: We strive to maintain a website that aligns with WCAG 2.1 accessibility guidelines, making our services available to users of all abilities.
Sustainability: We are committed to reducing our environmental impact through responsible business practices and the use of recyclable materials whenever feasible.
Customer Privacy & Security: We protect customer information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the GDPR, and implement industry-standard security measures to safeguard personal data.
Regulatory Compliance: We conduct our operations in accordance with applicable laws and regulations in Ireland and the European Union, including consumer protection, privacy, and electronic commerce requirements.
We are committed to earning and maintaining the trust of collectors worldwide. Integrity, transparency, consistency, and professionalism are at the core of everything we do. Our goal is to provide reliable grading services that collectors can trust today and in the future.
If you have any questions regarding our compliance practices, ethical standards, or regulatory commitments, please contact us:
Email: compliance@tgsgrading.com
Company: TGS — The Grading Standard
Location: Dublin, Ireland