Baar (October 13, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published a Consumer Compact article examining how brands can manage risk and build trust when adopting recycled, biobased and next-generation materials.

As apparel, footwear and textile brands increasingly seek alternatives to conventional materials, the article explains the importance of evaluating whether new materials are suitable for their intended application, meet performance expectations, comply with regulatory requirements and support sustainability objectives.

The article reviews key developments in the EU regulatory landscape, including the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), Digital Product Passports (DPPs) and restrictions on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), all of which are increasing expectations for transparency and substantiated product-related claims.

Also explored are the critical questions brands face when introducing innovative materials, including assessing sustainability credentials, product performance, regulatory compliance, supplier capability and potential risks. The article outlines how structured material evaluation programs can support informed decision-making and commercialization.

SGS solutions
SGS supports brands throughout the material evaluation process through integrated testing, verification, certification and technical services. These include material testing and assessment, documentation review, on-site verification of operations and manufacturing processes, technical training and the SGS Performance Mark.

IMPACT NOW for sustainability consolidates all SGS’s sustainability offerings under four strategic pillars: climate, nature, ESG assurance and circularity. Through these pillars, SGS offers trusted compliance solutions that directly help businesses address the key environmental and social challenges impacting the planet. Find out more at https://www.sgs.com/impactnow

Read the full article, ‘Managing Risk and Building Trust in Next-Generation Materials’. [www.sgs.com/en/news/2026/10/cc2026q3-managing-risk-and-building-trust-in-next-generation-materials].

For further information, contact:

Nicole Zhu
Technical Manager, Softlines
Tel: +86 (21) 6140-2666
Website: www.sgs.com/softlines
LinkedIn: SGS Connectivity & Products

About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

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