Baar (October 12, 2026) – SGS, the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published a new Consumer Compact article exploring how independent verification can help electrical and electronic (E&E) manufacturers substantiate product attributes and support transparent product information.

As consumer and regulatory scrutiny increases, manufacturers face growing pressure to support claims relating to material composition, substances of concern, recycled content and other product characteristics with credible evidence.

The article examines the challenges of communicating sustainability-related information, particularly for materials and components that are not visible to end users. It highlights the importance of focusing on specific, verifiable product attributes supported through testing, assessment and independent verification.

The article also outlines how SGS Green Marks help manufacturers communicate defined product characteristics through independent assessment, verification and certification of specific product attributes against established criteria.

As expectations around product transparency continue to evolve, the ability to substantiate product attributes with credible evidence is becoming an increasingly important competitive advantage.

Stakeholders are encouraged to read the full Consumer Compact article to learn more about materials transparency, substantiated product attributes and independent verification in the E&E sector.[www.sgs.com/en/news/2026/10/cc2026q3-whats-really-in-your-cables-and-devices]

For further information, please contact:

Litto Tam
Senior Technical Services Manager
Connectivity & Products (C&P) – Electrical and Electronics Technology
Tel: +852 2774 7187

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