SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at ISO’s new test method for determining the nature, numerical concentration, surface area and estimated mass of microplastics generated from textiles.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at New Zealand’s proposal to amend several group standards on lead requirements for paints and graphic materials.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at EPA proposal to ban trichloroethylene in most commercial and consumer products.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at China’s new mandatory national standard for musical instruments.

The proposal aims to modify California’s Prop 65 safe harbor warning methods, particularly those relating to short-form warnings.

A complimentary webinar introducing the SGS Digital Traceability Solution for the fashion industry.

SGS launches EAC-Ready certification scheme to help businesses reduce costs, improve efficiencies and gain commercial advantage when exporting to countries in the East African Community (EAC).

SGS has awarded the SGS Green Mark (ECCS, HSA) to Samsung Display’s OLED laptop displays after the product range passed a hazardous substance assessment with flying colors.

SGS publishes an overview of CEN’s technical specification for the categorization of toy slime type products.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS covering Moldova’s revised legislation on toy safety to further align with EU regulations.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at US bill to prohibit several chemicals/classes of chemicals for food contact materials and articles.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at the release of Consumer Goods (Care Labeling) Information Standard 2023 for clothing and textile products.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at Indian rules over azo dyes in imported apparel and textiles.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at the US CPSC’s NPR to establish a safety standard for infant and infant/toddler rockers.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at recent changes to China’s list of prohibited hazardous chemicals.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at the state of Maine’s revised proposal to prohibit PFAS in nine types of food packaging.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS detailing revisions to GB mandatory classification, labeling and packaging (CLP) list for substances and mixtures.

SGS issues SafeGuardS looking at China’s new national product standard for water resistant outdoor clothing – GB/T 32614-2023.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at ASTM’s revised consumer safety specification standard for toy safety, designated ASTM F963-23.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at France’s initial list of two substances giving rise to an equivalent level of concern as SVHC for reporting.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at an Australian proposal to restrict/prohibit SCCP.

Explaining the changes to EU safety requirements for juvenile products in an expert webinar.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at a recent update to the general requirements in ASTM F2417 – fire safety for candles.

SGS publishes overview of new marking requirements for pre-packaged goods in Malaysia.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS to summarize new Canadian regulations for carriages and strollers.

SGS issues SafeGuardS detailing France’s establishing of two lists of endocrine disruptor substances for reporting in products.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at China’s new product standard for hand protection against mechanical risk.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at China’s new standard for welder’s protective clothing – GB 8965.2-2022.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS covering the European Commission’s current thinking on the implementation of its new law on microplastics.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS 134.23 to keep stakeholders informed about California’s new ban on textile fiberglass in mattresses, juvenile products and upholstered furniture.

SGS has published SafeGuardS 132.23 looking at Ukrainian proposals to update their food contact plastics regulations.

SGS is pleased to announce the opening of a brand new toy testing laboratory in Bengaluru, South India

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at France’s annulment of Order of November 30, 2020, relating to signs and markings for sorting products into waste and recycling.

A complimentary webinar for export/import businesses selling in Ugandan markets.

SGS looks at Australian plans to ban several brominated flame retardants as POP chemicals.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at US CPSC direct final rule for button cell or coin batteries and consumer products containing such batteries.

SGS looks at US CPSC notice of proposed rulemaking to establish a safety rule for nursing pillows.

SGS summarizes the issues surrounding textile manufacturing in a circular economy and looks at the benefits of focusing on durability.

SGS publishes an article looking at market growth in connected vehicles and consumer electronics, explaining why independent EMC/RF testing is so important for manufacturers.

A complimentary expert webinar for manufacturers and retailers of consumer electronics, introducing global regulatory requirements.

SGS publishes an article to help paper-based packaging manufacturers understand market drivers and the solutions available for achieving competitive advantage.

SGS publishes Consumer Compact article looking at the importance of independent full vehicle OTA testing for competitive markets where consumers expect high performing connectivity.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at the new EU regulation for microplastics under Annex XVII of REACH.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at EN 17885 – Europe’s new standard for candle accessory safety.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS to help businesses stay ahead of proposed changes to Ukraine’s rules for chemical management.

SGS looks at Turkey’s intended revisions to its Food Codex Communiqué on food contact plastics.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS summarizing Australia’s new requirements for toys.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at new Japanese requirements for toy magnet sets and water-absorbing beads.

An expert webinar helping businesses prepare for updates to wireless device and product security regulations in Europe and other major global markets.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at Australian proposals to ban four POP chemicals.