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SGS explores cybersecurity for software-defined vehicles
As modern vehicles increasingly rely on enhanced technology, SGS’s Consumer Compact looks at the growing market for software-defined vehicles to see how these changes impact cybersecurity.July 3, 2024
SGS guidance on trusted impact communications for sustainable softlines production
SGS publishes a Consumer Compact article looking at the importance of taking a holistic approach to impact communications, as textile and footwear industries transition to more environmentally responsible practices.July 3, 2024
SGS Summarizes Multiple Settlements with Reformulation Under California Prop 65
SGS publishes SafeGuardS highlighting multiple settlements involving a range of consumer goods under California Proposition 65.June 28, 2024
SGS Summarizes EC Approval of New Ecodesign Regulation
SGS publishes SafeGuardS detailing the European Council’s approval of the new Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation.June 27, 2024
SGS Summarizes EU Safety Gate 2023 Annual Report
SGS publishes SafeGuardS highlighting product recall information detailed in the EU Annual Safety Gate Report 2023.June 26, 2024
SGS Summarizes Connecticut Regulation of PFAS in Certain Consumer Groups
SGS publishes SafeGuardS highlighting Connecticut’s regulation of PFAS in certain consumer groups.June 26, 2024
PFAS: a dive into the latest regulatory trends and compliance strategies
A complimentary webinar on the expanding and increasingly complex landscape of PFAS regulations worldwide.June 25, 2024
SGS Summarizes Swiss Revision to Positive Lists for Food Contact Materials
SGS publishes SafeGuardS on Switzerland’s amendment to its positive list for food contact plastics and food packaging inks.
June 21, 2024
SGS Summarizes CPSC Expansion of eFiling Beta Pilot Test
SGS publishes summary of US CPSC expansion in current eFiling beta pilot test for consumer products.June 21, 2024
SGS Summarizes French Durability Index Requirements for Washing Machines and Televisions
SGS publishes SafeGuardS to help stakeholders understand France’s new durability index, which will apply to washing machines and televisions in 2025.June 21, 2024
SGS Summarizes Revision to Two Standards for Toy Safety in Switzerland
SGS publishes overview of Switzerland’s amendment to its technical standards for toys.June 20, 2024
Birsfelden Laboratory adds new stability studies capability for biopharmaceuticals
SGS’s Birsfelden, Switzerland, laboratory has become a “one-stop shop” for biopharma companies in GMP/non-GMP analytics with the addition of a new stability studies capability.June 20, 2024
SGS Summarizes US CPSC Direct Final Rule for Infant and Cradle Swings
SGS publishes SafeGuardS on US CPSC direct final rule to incorporate the latest version of the ASTM standard for infant and cradle swings.June 19, 2024
SGS Summarizes Revisions to Vermont Law on Products Containing PFAS and other Chemicals
SGS publishes overview of Vermont’s revisions to its law on products containing PFAS or and other chemicals.June 18, 2024
PCA services for the UAE
Certification services information for businesses and organizations selling MoIAT-regulated products in the United Arab Emirates.
June 13, 2024
SGS IECEE services for Saudi Arabia
An opportunity to learn about regulatory requirements for IECC certification in Saudi Arabia.
June 13, 2024
Expert PVoC services for Tanzania
Details of customized trade facilitation services for Tanzania.
June 13, 2024
EAC-Ready Certification for East African trade success
Introducing unique independent third-party PVoC services for trade compliance in East African markets.June 13, 2024
SGS opens new furniture testing laboratory in Guadalajara, Mexico
SGS strengthens its furniture testing capability in Mexico with the opening of a new, state-of-the-art testing lab in Guadalajara.June 13, 2024
SGS Summarizes EU Proposed Restriction on PAH in Clay Targets under REACH
SGS publishes SafeGuardS summarizing the EU’s intention to regulate 18 PAH in clay targets for shooting as a new entry under Annex XVII of REACH.June 12, 2024
SGS Summarizes Washington Designation of 6PPD-containing Tires a Priority Product under Safer Products Program
SGS publishes SafeGuardS to provide an overview of the state of Washington’s signing into law a bill designating 6PPD-containing tires as a priority product under cycle 2 of its safer products scheme.June 12, 2024
SGS Summarizes New Peruvian Chemical Restrictions for Baby Products
SGS has published a SafeGuardS to provide stakeholders with a helpful overview of new Peruvian restrictions on chemicals in baby items.June 11, 2024
SGS to host webinar ‘Clinical Trials for Wound Dressings’
Complimentary webinar for those involved in the development and testing of wound dressings.June 10, 2024
SGS to host webinar ‘Unlocking the Power of Digital PCR for Food Safety and Authenticity’
Complimentary webinar for technical and quality managers within the food supply chain.June 10, 2024
SGS Summarizes Revisions to Chinese Product Standard for Knitted T-shirts
SGS publishes SafeGuardS detailing the changes brought in by China’s update to its national product standard for knitted t-shirts – GB/T 22849-2024.June 7, 2024
SGS Publishes Overview of the Ukrainian CLP Regulation and Revisions to the List of Products for Market Surveillance
SGS publishes SafeGuardS summarizing Ukraine’s new technical regulation for the classification, labeling and packaging of substances and mixtures and updates to the list of goods for market surveillance.June 6, 2024
SGS Summarizes Japanese Plan to Ban Products Containing PFOA Isomers and PFOA-related Compounds
SGS publishes SafeGuardS summarizing Japan’s draft cabinet order to ban several categories of product if they contain PFOA isomers and PFAS-related compounds.June 6, 2024
SGS Summarizes Updated Turkish Food Contact Plastics Regulation
SGS publishes summary of amendments to Turkey’s food contact plastics regulation, which will apply from January 1, 2026.June 1, 2024
SGS Summarizes Maryland Regulation of Lead and PFAS in Playground Surface Materials
SGS publishes SafeGuardS on the US state of Maryland’s regulation on lead and PFAS chemicals in playground surfacing materials.June 1, 2024
SGS Summarizes US EPA Expansion in Restriction on Methylene Chloride to Cover Most Uses
SGS publishes SafeGuardS to help businesses stay compliant with the new US ban on methylene chloride and stringent workplace requirements.May 31, 2024
SGS Summarizes US Congress Proposal to Ban All Non-Essential Uses of PFAS
SGS publishes SafeGuardS detailing US federal government plans to phase out all non-essential uses of PFAS in ten years.May 31, 2024
SGS expands automotive and consumer electronics testing scope with new Munich laboratory
SGS expands EMC, RF and product safety testing and certification scope in Germany with move to a new state-of-the-art facility in Puchheim, Munich.May 30, 2024
Simplify green claim verification and certification with the SGS Green Mark
The SGS Green Mark, with a market-leading seven environmental attributes, simplifies the process of verifying and certifying product green claims to build trust and minimize the risk of greenwashing.May 30, 2024
SGS Summarizes German Alignment of Formaldehyde Emission Requirements with the EU
SGS publishes SafeGuardS summarizing Germany’s repeal of its national law on formaldehyde emissions from wood-based panels and other products.May 29, 2024
SGS Summarizes Revision to Colorado Law on PFAS in Consumer Goods
SGS publishes SafeGuardS on the US state of Colorado’s revision to its law on products containing intentionally added PFAS.May 29, 2024
SGS Summarizes New Ukraine Rules for Melamine and Polyamide Plastic Kitchenware
SGS publishes SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed about Ukraine’s new requirements for food contact polyamide and melamine plastic kitchenware.May 23, 2024
SGS Summarizes Updated Technical Regulations for Textile Products in Saudi Arabia
SGS publishes SafeGuardS summarizing the key changes brought in by Saudi Arabia’s new edition of its Technical Regulations for Textile Products.May 22, 2024
SGS Summarizes New Chinese Standards for Food Contact Materials
SGS publishes SafeGuardS on China’s new mandatory food contact material standards for adhesives and solvent residues.May 22, 2024
SGS Summarizes Australian Consultation Over Listing Two POP Chemicals
SGS publishes SafeGuardS summarizing Australian moves to list Dechlorane Plus® and UV-328 (POP chemicals) under Schedule 6 of the IChEMS Register.May 21, 2024
SGS Summarizes Indian Quality Control Orders for Several Categories of Food Contact Product
SGS publishes SafeGuardS on India’s mandate for the use of national standards and the standard mark for several categories of food contact product.May 17, 2024
SGS Summarizes Maine Revision to Law on Products Containing PFAS
SGS publishes SafeGuardS 071.24 to keep stakeholders up to date with recent revisions to Maine’s law governing products containing intentionally added PFAS.May 17, 2024
SGS Summarizes Indian Quality Control Order for Cookware, Utensils and Food Contact Cans
SGS issues SafeGuardS summarizing India’s mandating of national standards and the standard mark for cookware, utensils and food and beverage cans.May 16, 2024
SGS Summarizes Minnesota Guideline for Products Containing Lead and Cadmium
SGS publishes SafeGuardS summarizing Minnesota’s guideline for the restriction of lead and cadmium in consumer products.May 16, 2024
Restricted softlines substances: regulatory update and recent EU, U.S. and Canada recalls webinar
An expert-led event to help softlines businesses plan for regulatory changes on restricted substances in major European and North American markets.May 16, 2024
SGS Summarizes New ASTM Standard for Beach Umbrellas and Anchor Devices
SGS publishes SafeGuardS covering ASTM’s new consumer safety specification for beach umbrellas and anchor devices.May 15, 2024
SGS Summarizes Minnesota Guideline for Prohibition on Products Containing PFAS
SGS publishes SafeGuardS summarizing guidance for the first set of prohibitions on products containing intentionally added PFAS.May 15, 2024
SGS Summarizes UK PSTI Enforcement Penalties
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at the UK’s enforcement of PSTI for IoT manufacturers, importers and distributors.May 15, 2024
SGS Summarizes New Maine Prohibition on PFAS in Nine Food Packaging Types
SGS issues SafeGuardS looking at new restrictions on intentionally added PFAS in nine categories of food contact packaging.May 14, 2024
SGS and Skylo Announce Global Partnership for Non-Terrestrial Network Certification Testing
SGS will facilitate Skylo’s Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) certification program through its global network of testing laboratories for 3GPP R17 devices.May 10, 2024
SGS Summarizes Updated List of Standards for Compliance with UK General Product Safety Legislation
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at the UK’s revised list of standards for presumption of conformity with General Product Safety Regulations 2005.May 10, 2024