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California Adopts New Food Contact Packaging Restrictions and Cookware Labeling Requirements
A look at new Californian cookware labeling requirements and PFAS restrictions for food packaging.

October 20, 2021

California Introduces Restrictions on PFAS in Juvenile Products
A look at new California restrictions on PFAS in juvenile products.

October 20, 2021

Denmark Updates POP Legislation
A look at updates to legislation on persistent organic pollutants in Denmark.

October 18, 2021

Toy Books Come Under Scope of Georgian Toy Safety Technical Regulation
SGS publishes summary of recent Georgian updates to toy safety regulation – Resolution No. 47/2020.

October 14, 2021

Oregon revises Toxic-Free Kids Act to Clarify Reporting Requirements for Children’s Products
A look at Oregon’s Temporary Administrative Order, which revises the Toxic-Free Kids Act. This temporary rule is effective between August 26, 2021, and February 21, 2022.

October 14, 2021

France Introduces New Packaging Signage Requirements
A look at the French government reform – Decree 2021-835 – to the logos required on packaging and products following the passing of the AGEC Law.

October 13, 2021

India Consults Over Proposal to Strengthen Food Contact Regulations
A look at India’s proposal to expand the number of substances in food contact plastics subject to specific migration limits.

October 13, 2021

Swedish Government Abandons Proposed Chemical Tax on Clothing and Footwear Products
A look at the repeal of Sweden’s proposed chemical tax on clothing and footwear.

October 12, 2021

Home textiles: a webinar on comfort, compliance and innovation from SGS
A complimentary webinar for home textile product designers and managers.

October 8, 2021

Utah Requires Sterilization Permit Number on Quilted Clothing Labeling
A look Utah state’s requirement for quilted clothing textile labels to carry a sterilization permit number from January 1, 2022.

October 6, 2021

SGS showcases expanded PPE services at A+A 2021 Dusseldorf
SGS will be exhibiting at A+A 2021 Dusseldorf, promoting a wide range of services for the PPE industry at one of Europe’s biggest trade fairs.

October 6, 2021

Guidelines for Natural and Synthetic Rubber Commodities Published in Germany
A look at the German BfR’s three recent recommendations for natural and synthetic rubber commodities.

October 5, 2021

SGS Vietnam Recognized by ZDHC Foundation for ZDHC MRSL Level 1 Conformance
SGS is pleased to announce the expansion of its Chemical MRSL conformance services into Vietnam following lab recognition from ZDHC Foundation.

October 5, 2021

SGS Complimentary Webinar: Mold Prevention in the Softlines Supply Chain
SGS presents a complimentary webinar on mold in the footwear and leather supply chain: its causes and how to prevent it.

September 30, 2021

SGS Complimentary Webinar: Mold Prevention in the Softlines Supply Chain
SGS presents a complimentary webinar on mold in the footwear and leather supply chain: its causes and how to prevent it.

September 30, 2021

ECHA Launches SVHC Consultation Over Four Substances
A look at the ECHA’s latest consultation on potential SVHCs to be added to the Candidate List.

September 28, 2021

California Prop 65 Notices Issued Over BPA in Socks
A look at the first California Prop 65 60-day notices to be issued in relation to BPA in textiles.

September 28, 2021

SGS Hosts the 2021 Juvenile Products Safety Forum
A series of complimentary webinars on the latest global regulatory requirements for children’s products.

September 27, 2021

UK Extends Period CE Marking is Accepted in Great Britain
A look at the UK Government extension to the period CE marking will be accepted in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales).

September 23, 2021

New Test Method for Fiber Shedding Released by AATCC
A look at AATCC’s new fiber fragmentation test method TM212-2021.

September 22, 2021

SGS Publishes Summary of Updates to Brazilian Baby Bottle and Teat Ordinance
SGS experts summarize changes to the Brazilian ordinance for baby bottles and teats.

September 17, 2021

Carpets and Rugs Containing PFAS Made Priority Product in California
A look at California requirements for carpets and rugs containing PFAS.

September 16, 2021

US FTC Retains Care Labeling Rule After Consultation
A look at the US FTC’s decision to retain its Care Labeling Rule for apparel and certain textile goods.

September 15, 2021

Should your brand enter China? A webinar for joining the world’s largest e-commerce market
Expert help on China imports: compliance solutions in a complementary webinar from SGS

September 10, 2021

Certain Food Ware Products banned in Santa Rosa, California, Food Facilities
A look at Santa Rosa, California, which has banned PFAS in food ware and food ware accessories for food facilities.

September 9, 2021

Peru Proposes Ban on BPA in Certain Children’s Products
A look at Peruvian proposals to ban BPA in varnishes and coatings that are used in food contact materials and articles for infants and young children.

September 9, 2021

SGS Hosts Webinar for Electrical and Electronic Industry on SCIP Database
In a live webinar, an SGS expert will address one of the hottest topics for E&E companies with products containing hazardous substance in the European market.

September 8, 2021

New Children’s Seating Standard Introduced in Europe
A look at CEN’s new European standard for children’s seating – EN 17191:2021

September 8, 2021

European Standard for Cot and Crib Mattresses Updated
A look at recent changes to the European standard – EN16890:2017 – for cot and crib mattresses.

September 8, 2021

France Updates List of Standards Showing Conformity to Decree 91-1292
A look at France’s updated list of standards presumed to demonstrate conformity with the provisions in Decree 91-1292 for childcare articles.

September 7, 2021

South Korea Amends Children’s Products Rule by Expanding Phthalate Restrictions
A look at recent changes to phthalate restrictions in children’s products in South Korea.

September 7, 2021

SVHC Candidate List Published in Albania
A look at Albania legislation creating a Candidate List of substances of very high concern (SVHCs).

September 7, 2021

EU Adds C9-C14 Perfluorocarboxylic Acids to Annex XVII of REACH
A look at recent changes to REACH in the EU relating to C9-C14 PFCAs and C9-C14 PFCA-related substances.

August 27, 2021

SGS Summarizes EU Guidance Document for Toys Vs Decorative/Collectible Products
EU publishes new guidance document on whether a product is classified as decorative, collectible, or a toy.

August 17, 2021

WTO Circulates Proposed Changes to EU CLP Regulation
A look at proposed changes to the EU’s CLP Regulation.

August 17, 2021

China Issues New Product Standard for Cool Touch Knitted Clothing
A look at China’s new product standard – FZ/T 73067-2020 – for cool touch knitted clothing.

August 16, 2021

China Introduces National Standard for Customer Experience in Textile Products
A look at China’s new standard relating to the consumer experience and textile products.

August 16, 2021

New Pacifier Ordinance in Brazil
A look at Brazil’s latest ordinance for pacifiers, which came into force on August 2, 2021.

August 13, 2021

Brazil Updates Ordinance for Toys
A look at Brazil’s latest ordinance for toys, which came into force on August 2, 2021.

August 13, 2021

EU Launches Enforcement Plan for Illegal Food Contact Materials Containing Bamboo Powder
A look at the EU’s action plan relating to unauthorized food contact plastics containing bamboo and other plant-based additives.

August 13, 2021

US CPSC Amends Mattress Flammability Standard
A look at US CPSC revisions to the Federal Standard for the Flammability of Mattresses and Mattress Pads (16 CFR Part 1632).

August 12, 2021

Switzerland Amends Toy Safety Ordinance
A look at recent amendments to the chemical requirements in Switzerland’s Toys Ordinance.

August 9, 2021

EU Introduces Restrictions Affecting Synthetic Sports Pitch Infill Materials
A look at new EU restrictions on PAHs in infill materials for synthetic turf pitches, playgrounds, etc.

August 9, 2021

SGS Helps Electronic Product Manufacturers Overcome the Challenges of a Connected World
A look at the challenges and solutions for manufacturers of electrical and electronic products in a connected world.

August 6, 2021

SGS Helps Plumbing Product Manufacturers More Efficiently Access Markets
A look at the problems created by poor quality plumbing and why performance and flushability testing services are important for manufacturers.

August 6, 2021

SGS Launches Solution to Fight Global Illicit Trade
A look at the issues surrounding the global illicit trade and why SGS’s new FIT IPR solution provides a more efficient and cost-effective response.

August 6, 2021

SGS Expert Looks at the Need for Efficient Air Filtration
SGS expert reviews safety requirements and outlines a better way for manufacturers to design safe and compliant juvenile products.

August 5, 2021

‘Made in USA’ Claim and Penalties for Violation Defined
A look at the US FTC’s final rule for the ‘Made in USA’ claim.

August 5, 2021

SGS joins forces with Eurotunnel to launch ‘UK Landbridge Package’
A partnership between SGS and Eurotunnel aims to bring frictionless trade to companies seeking to use the Channel Tunnel to export and import between Ireland and continental Europe.

August 5, 2021

SGS Expert Looks at the Issue of Durability in the Textile Industry
A look at the problem of sustainability in the textile industry and why greater durability is the answer for manufacturers and the planet.

August 4, 2021