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SGS Highlights Sweden’s Proposed PFAS Restrictions for Consumer Products
SGS reports on Sweden’s proposal to restrict PFAS in certain consumer products as part of ongoing efforts to address environmental and health concerns associated with these substances.August 25, 2026
SGS Highlights Mandated Safety Standards for Toys and Other Consumer Goods in Bangladesh
SGS highlights Bangladesh’s new requirements for specified consumer products to comply with national standards and bear the appropriate certification mark.August 25, 2026
SGS Reviews Updates to China’s National Technical Specification for Textile Fiber Content Identification
SGS highlights China’s updating of national requirements for textile fiber content identification and labeling under GB/T 29862-2026.August 20, 2026
SGS Reports on New Food Contact Ceramics Regulation in Montenegro
SGS reports on Montenegro’s new regulatory requirements for documentation demonstrating compliance with lead and cadmium migration limits for food contact ceramics.August 20, 2026
SGS Highlights Phased Restrictions on Disposable Food Contact Plastics in Georgia
SGS highlights revised enforcement dates for single-use plastic food containers and cups in Georgia.August 14, 2026
SGS SafeGuardS Highlights Ecuador Proposed Updates to Food Contact Articles Regulation
SGS focuses on Ecuador’s consultation over updates to a technical regulation for certain FCAs.August 14, 2026
SGS SafeGuardS Highlights New US Proposals Affecting Food Contact Materials
SGS reports on two US proposals to prohibit specified chemicals in FCMs and articles.August 13, 2026
SGS enhances bioanalytical capacity with Saint-Benoît laboratory expansion
SGS expands its Saint-Benoît laboratory, increasing bioanalytical capacity to support complex drug development programs worldwide.August 13, 2026
SGS Highlights Montenegro’s New Framework Regulation for Food Contact Materials
SGS outlines Montenegro’s new framework regulation for food contact materials and articles, aligning national requirements more closely with EU legislation.August 7, 2026
SGS Highlights Brazil’s New Legislation Establishing Stricter Lead Limits for Paints
SGS outlines key requirements under Brazil’s new legislation introducing stricter lead limits for paints and similar surface coating materials.August 6, 2026
SGS Highlights Thailand’s Postponement of Compliance Date for Food Contact Paper Standard
SGS outlines Thailand’s one-year postponement of the compliance deadline for a mandatory food contact paper standard.August 5, 2026
SGS Summarizes Updates to Türkiye’s Import Control Requirements for Toys and Other Consumer Products
SGS outlines Türkiye’s updated HS codes and product descriptions for toys and other consumer products.August 4, 2026
SGS Focuses on Vermont Update to Reporting Guidelines for Chemicals in Children’s Products
SGS highlights the US state of Vermont’s updated reporting guidance for chemicals in children’s products.August 4, 2026
SGS Highlights UK Consultation on Proposed Additions to the SVHC Candidate List
SGS focuses on the UK’s consultation on the proposed addition of nine SVHCs to the Candidate List under UK REACH.August 3, 2026
SGS Summarizes New Indonesian Legislation for Food Contact Materials
SGS summarizes Indonesia’s new legislation establishing compliance requirements for several types of FCMs and articles.July 31, 2026
SGS Summarizes California Proposition 65 Settlements for Listed Chemicals in Consumer Products
SGS focuses on multiple settlements involving a range of consumer goods containing listed chemicals under California’s Proposition 65.July 30, 2026
SGS in Finland granted Notified Body status under EU Battery Regulation
SGS Fimko Oy is designated as a Notified Body under the EU Battery Regulation, expanding SGS’s global capacity and enhancing access to conformity assessment services for EU market compliance.July 30, 2026
SGS Highlights ASTM Update to Candle Fire Safety Standard
SGS reports on updated candle fire safety requirements from ASTM.July 27, 2026
SGS Summarizes European Study on Digital Product Passport Content for Textile Apparel under ESPR
SGS highlights the EC’s JRC publication of its ‘Study on DPP content for Textile Apparel Products under ESPR’.July 21, 2026
SGS Highlights Australia’s Revision of the IChEMS Register
SGS reports on Australia’s revision of the IChEMS Register, which adds 21 chemical entries and amends two existing ones.July 20, 2026
SGS helps food businesses prepare for new EU Listeria requirements with latest white paper
Learn about the latest EU regulatory requirements for Listeria monocytogenes in ready-to-eat foods and practical steps food business operators can take to prepare for compliance.July 17, 2026
SGS Highlights Performance and Compliance Requirements for Adventure and Demanding Sports Apparel
SGS has published a new Consumer Compact article examining the performance, safety and compliance considerations for adventure and demanding sports apparel.July 16, 2026
SGS Answers Key Questions on the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)
SGS has published a new Consumer Compact article providing practical guidance on the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), including key requirements, compliance obligations and implementation timelines.July 16, 2026
SGS Consumer Compact Highlights Key Requirements and Business Impacts of EU Battery Regulation
SGS has published a new Consumer Compact article examining the key requirements, compliance obligations and industry implications of the EU Battery Regulation 2023/1542.July 15, 2026
bluesign Explores the Impact of the ECGT Directive on Environmental Claims in Textiles and Fashion
SGS has published a new Consumer Compact article by bluesign, an SGS company, examining the impact of the ECGT Directive on environmental claims, sustainability labels and consumer communications in the textiles and fashion sector.July 15, 2026
Li Auto Earns World-first SGS Premium Performance Mark for Automotive Cellular Communication
Li Auto achieves a world-first SGS certification, validating real-world 5G cockpit connectivity performance across complex driving conditions.July 14, 2026
SGS Laboratory Becomes First TISAX-Approved Service Provider in India
SGS’s Pune Chakan automotive laboratory now provides approved testing under the TISAX® information security standard, making it the first facility in India to be recognized as a TISAX-approved service provider.
July 13, 2026
SGS reports on German Revision to Food Contact Materials Database
SGS focuses on Germany’s revision of its Federal Institute for Risk Assessment database for food contact materials and articles.July 9, 2026
SGS Reports on Rhode Island’s Amendments to the Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024
SGS highlights the US state of Rhode Island’s amendments to its Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024, including changes to enforcement provisions and exemption requirements.July 9, 2026
SGS Reports on New US CPSC Proposal Targeting Battery Safety in Micromobility Devices
SGS reports on the US CPSC’s proposed safety rule for lithium-ion batteries in micromobility products to reduce fire and injury risks.July 8, 2026
SGS hosts webinar on advanced textile functions and performance assessment for wellbeing and protection
Join SGS experts to explore current trends in athleisure and the testing methods used to support and validate product performance claims.July 7, 2026
SGS Highlights UK Updates to SVHC Candidate List for Great Britain
SGS reports on the UK’s addition of 15 entries to the SVHC Candidate List for authorization under UK REACH.July 6, 2026
CCPSA Update from Health Canada on Free-standing Clothing Storage Units
SGS reports on Health Canada’s updated performance criteria for free-standing clothing storage units under the CCPSA.May 1, 2026
EU Revises Regulation (EU) 2026/405/EC on Detergents and Surfactants
SGS focuses on the EU’s update of Regulation 2026/405/EC on detergents and surfactants.April 27, 2026
CPSC Issues Direct Final Rule Updating the Gates and Enclosures Standard
SGS highlights the CPSC’s direct final rule updating the federal safety standard for gates and enclosures.April 24, 2026
SGS at OTC 2026 in Houston, Texas
The latest regulatory information and testing expertise will be available from SGS experts at this major trade event for the offshore energy industry.April 21, 2026
Updated Walmart US Laboratory Assignment List expands SGS testing scope
Walmart US has updated its Laboratory Assignment List, broadening the range of general merchandise departments in which SGS is listed as an approved testing provider.April 20, 2026
Building cybersecurity success for TXOne Networks
SGS supports Taiwan’s TXOne Networks in gaining IEC 62443-4-1 Secure Product Development Lifecycle certification for its industrial control system cybersecurity products.April 16, 2026
SGS at Seafood Expo Global 2026
SGS will exhibit at Seafood Expo Global 2026, showcasing comprehensive solutions designed to help the seafood industry meet evolving buyer, market and regulatory expectations.April 15, 2026
Safety Standard for Portable Hook-on Chairs Updated by CPSC
SGS highlights the US CPSC’s direct final rule updating the federal safety standard for portable hook-on chairs.April 14, 2026
SGS at Vitafoods Europe 2026
SGS will showcase integrated scientific, regulatory and certification solutions for the nutraceutical industry at Vitafoods Europe 2026.April 14, 2026
SGS sponsors the AHAM Annual Member Meeting 2026
SGS is a sponsor of the AHAM Annual Member Meeting, the key industry gathering for the US home appliance sector.April 14, 2026
SGS presents China Market Update and 2025 Spot‑check Failure Analysis for the Softlines Industry
SGS hosts a complimentary webinar on 2025 Chinese market standards, regulations and common spot-check failure cases affecting textile, footwear and apparel products.April 13, 2026
Unlocking Better Diaper Performance Through Advanced Testing Solutions
Discover the latest enhanced testing pathways for absorbent hygiene to boost diaper performance in a complimentary SGS‑hosted webinar.April 13, 2026
Certain FCM Epoxy Derivatives Regulated in Ukraine
SGS focuses on Ukraine’s new law on epoxy derivatives in food contact materials.April 9, 2026
Consultation on Proposed Listing of Certain IChEMS Register Chemicals in Australia
SGS highlights Australia’s planned IChEMS Register listing of 14 industrial chemicals.April 9, 2026
Law on Lead in Cookware Updated for Washington State
SGS highlights changes to the law in Washington State on requirements and exemptions for lead in cookware.April 9, 2026
Proposed Restriction of Three POP Chemicals in New Zealand
SGS reports on New Zealand’s consultation concerning the proposed restriction of three POP chemicals.April 9, 2026
UK Consults on Revised POPs Chemical Legislation for Great Britain
SGS reports on the UK government’s plans to update POPs regulations for Great Britain.April 9, 2026
Mastering UL 508A: Key Requirements for Industrial Control Panel Compliance
SGS hosts an expert-led webinar designed to help industrial control panel manufacturers understand and comply with UL 508A requirements for safe access to North American markets.April 9, 2026