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SGS summarizes update to fire safety for candles standard - ASTM F2417
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at a recent update to the general requirements in ASTM F2417 – fire safety for candles.November 9, 2023
SGS summarizes new Malaysian marking requirements for pre-packaged goods
SGS publishes overview of new marking requirements for pre-packaged goods in Malaysia.November 8, 2023
SGS keeps stakeholders informed about new Canadian carriage and stroller regulations
SGS publishes SafeGuardS to summarize new Canadian regulations for carriages and strollers.November 1, 2023
SGS keeps stakeholders up to date with French endocrine disruptor regulations
SGS issues SafeGuardS detailing France’s establishing of two lists of endocrine disruptor substances for reporting in products.November 1, 2023
SGS summarizes updated China standard for hand protection against mechanical risk
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at China’s new product standard for hand protection against mechanical risk.October 31, 2023
SGS summarizes new Chinese protective clothing standard for welding apparel
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at China’s new standard for welder’s protective clothing – GB 8965.2-2022.October 31, 2023
SGS summarizes the European Commission’s current thinking on microplastics in products
SGS publishes SafeGuardS covering the European Commission’s current thinking on the implementation of its new law on microplastics.October 26, 2023
SGS summarizes new textile fiberglass ban for certain products in California
SGS publishes SafeGuardS 134.23 to keep stakeholders informed about California’s new ban on textile fiberglass in mattresses, juvenile products and upholstered furniture.October 26, 2023
SGS publishes summary of Ukraine’s proposed order on food contact plastics
SGS has published SafeGuardS 132.23 looking at Ukrainian proposals to update their food contact plastics regulations.October 25, 2023
SGS opens new toy testing laboratory in Bengaluru, South India
SGS is pleased to announce the opening of a brand new toy testing laboratory in Bengaluru, South IndiaOctober 25, 2023
SGS summarizes cancellation of French penalties for using the wrong recycling signs and markings
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.October 23, 2023
Understanding Uganda’s PVoC procedure 2023 webinar
A complimentary webinar for export/import businesses selling in Ugandan markets.October 21, 2023
SGS publishes overview of Australia’s proposed ban on several brominated flame retardants
SGS looks at Australian plans to ban several brominated flame retardants as POP chemicals.October 17, 2023
SGS summarizes CPSC direct final rule for button cell or coin batteries
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at US CPSC direct final rule for button cell or coin batteries and consumer products containing such batteries.October 17, 2023
SGS publishes overview of possible new US safety standard for nursing pillows
SGS looks at US CPSC notice of proposed rulemaking to establish a safety rule for nursing pillows.October 17, 2023
SGS helps textile manufacturers navigate the circular economy
SGS summarizes the issues surrounding textile manufacturing in a circular economy and looks at the benefits of focusing on durability.October 13, 2023
SGS spells out the importance of independent EMC/RF testing for consumer electronics
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.October 13, 2023
Energy efficiency requirements for sustainable consumer electronics, an SGS webinar
A complimentary expert webinar for manufacturers and retailers of consumer electronics, introducing global regulatory requirements.October 13, 2023
SGS helps paper-based packaging manufacturers succeed in global markets
SGS publishes an article to help paper-based packaging manufacturers understand market drivers and the solutions available for achieving competitive advantage.October 12, 2023
SGS explains the importance of independent full vehicle OTA testing
SGS publishes Consumer Compact article looking at the importance of independent full vehicle OTA testing for competitive markets where consumers expect high performing connectivity.October 12, 2023
SGS summarizes new EU regulation on microplastics
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at the new EU regulation for microplastics under Annex XVII of REACH.October 12, 2023
SGS summarizes new European standard for candle accessories
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at EN 17885 – Europe’s new standard for candle accessory safety.October 11, 2023
SGS summarizes Ukrainian consultation over proposed law on chemical management
SGS publishes SafeGuardS to help businesses stay ahead of proposed changes to Ukraine’s rules for chemical management.October 11, 2023
SGS details Turkish draft amendment to revise its food contact plastic rules
SGS looks at Turkey’s intended revisions to its Food Codex Communiqué on food contact plastics.October 10, 2023
SGS summarizes Australia’s new toy safety requirements
SGS publishes SafeGuardS summarizing Australia’s new requirements for toys.October 9, 2023
SGS summarizes new Japanese requirements for toy magnet sets and water-absorbing beads
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at new Japanese requirements for toy magnet sets and water-absorbing beads.October 9, 2023
Update on RED cybersecurity requirements for the consumer IoT market
An expert webinar helping businesses prepare for updates to wireless device and product security regulations in Europe and other major global markets.October 3, 2023
SGS summarizes Australia plan to regulate four POP chemicals
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at Australian proposals to ban four POP chemicals.October 3, 2023
SGS summarizes the latest news on the US CPSC rule for custom window coverings
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at recent regulatory developments in the US relating to custom window coverings.September 29, 2023
SGS Summarizes UK Government update to UKCA marking regulations
SGS publishes a summary of a recent decision by the UK Government to indefinitely extend recognition of CE marking for goods being placed onto GB markets.September 29, 2023
SGS publishes overview of US mandatory safety standard for consumer products containing button cells or coin batteries
SGS publishes a look at recent developments in button cell and coin battery safety standards for consumer products in the US.September 27, 2023
Durability in the Textile Circular Economy Webinar
An expert webinar from SGS on EU/French textile lifespan environmental regulations, to help businesses towards successful product compliance.September 25, 2023
Driving up industry standards through Egyptian training collaboration
As an exclusive training provider for Egypt’s product conformity assessment agencies, SGS is helping to improve safety and quality standards in the country.September 21, 2023
Elevating East African market access with SGS EAC-Ready certification
Simplifying product certification for East African Community trade, SGS’s EAC-Ready product certification scheme ensures compliance with regional standards.September 21, 2023
SGS’s new partnership with the CAR provides improved product standards
Announcing SGS’s exclusive CAR PVoC partnership, with a focus on digitalization and collaboration for trade facilitation services.September 21, 2023
SGS summarizes new EU regulation on batteries and waste batteries
SGS publishes overview of new EU legislation on batteries and waste batteries.September 21, 2023
Easy access to Kenyan markets through SGS eTrade draft Certificates of Conformity
Vital KEBS conformity assessment documents can be issued digitally in draft form to facilitate quicker access to Kenyan markets.September 20, 2023
SGS issues world’s first life cycle assessment verification certificate for a washing machine
SGS awards Midea Laundry Appliances with the world’s first LCA verification certificate for a washing machine at IFA Berlin 2023.September 20, 2023
SGS summarizes ECHA consultation over six substances as SVHC
SGS looks at an ECHA proposal to expand its list of SVHC from 235 to 240 entries.September 18, 2023
SGS summarizes GB CLP Regulation proposal for stakeholders
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at the UK proposal to amend its GB CLP Regulation.September 18, 2023
SGS Summarizes Japan’s Regulation of Three POP Chemicals
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at Japan’s decision to regulate three new POP chemicals.September 15, 2023
Understand proposed changes to EU toy safety regulations: webinar
An expert online overview of the EU’s new draft proposals on toy safety.September 13, 2023
SGS Summarizes EU Proposal to Replace Toy Safety Directive
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at the EU proposal to replace the Toy Safety Directive.September 12, 2023
SGS Publishes Overview of US Final Rule for Adult Portable Bed Rails
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at the US final rule for adult portable bed rails.September 8, 2023
SGS Summarizes New Albanian Importing Rules for Certain Plastic Kitchenware from China and Hong Kong
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at new Albanian rules for importing polyamide and melamine plastic kitchenware from China and Hong Kong.September 7, 2023
SGS Explains Latest Delay to Brazil’s Compliance Date for Pacifier Conformity Identification Seals
SGS published SafeGuardS looking at Brazil’s latest extension to the compliance date for pacifier conformity identification seals.September 7, 2023
SGS Details US Ban on Inclined Sleepers for Infants
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at the US ban on inclined sleepers for infants.September 5, 2023
SGS Summarizes US Ban on Crib Bumpers
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at the US CPSC’s final rule banning crib bumpers.September 5, 2023
SGS Summarizes Update to European Children’s Drinking Equipment Standard
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at CEN’s amended version of its children’s drinking equipment standard – EN 14350:2020+A1:2023.September 4, 2023
SGS Publishes Summary of Thailand’s Proposal to Mandate Standard for Cooking Paper
SGS publishes SafeGuardS looking at Thailand’s intention to mandate TIS 3438-2565 (2022) for cooking paper.September 1, 2023