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EU revises rules on polybrominated flame retardants under POP Recast Regulation
SGS highlights the EU’s recent revisions to the scope and unintentional trace contaminant (UTC) limits for several flame retardant chemicals under the POP Recast Regulation.November 13, 2025
Keeping aquaculture safe from antibiotic and drug residues
How SGS is helping seafood businesses protect consumers and ecosystems from contamination risks.November 11, 2025
SGS webinar prepares hardlines manufacturers for 2026 with 2025 EU and US chemical compliance updates
SGS is hosting a complimentary webinar highlighting key 2025 regulatory changes affecting chemical compliance in the hardlines industry.November 10, 2025
Revised Food Contact Material Regulation Proposed in Indonesia
SGS summarizes draft revisions to Indonesia’s regulation on food contact materials.November 7, 2025
India Proposed Restrictions on Two Substances in Food Packaging
SGS reports that a consultation has been opened in India on a proposed ban on two substances in FCMs and articles.November 7, 2025
China Issues New RoHS Standard GB 26572-2025 with Expanded Scope
SGS highlights China’s release of GB 26572-2025, its first mandatory RoHS standard, expanding the number of restricted substances, standardizing testing and introducing new labeling and product classification requirements.November 7, 2025
UK Consults on Ban of BPA and Other Bisphenols in Food Contact Materials
SGS outlines the UK’s proposed ban on BPA and its analogues in FCM, to align with (EU) 2024/3190.November 6, 2025
New and Updated Toy and Children’s Products Standards Introduced in China
SGS summarizes recently issued and revised standards for toys and children’s products in China.November 6, 2025
Sustainability and brand reputation webinar for textiles, apparel and footwear
SGS hosts an expert webinar on enhancing sustainability claims and brand reputation in the textile, apparel and footwear industries.November 5, 2025
SGS Strengthens Sustainability Leadership with Participation at COP30
SGS showcases sustainability solutions at COP30, driving global progress toward a low-carbon, inclusive future.November 4, 2025
SGS steps into wearable robotics with first SGS Premium Performance Mark for Hypershell Outdoor Exoskeleton
Certification awarded to Hypershell for its Hypershell X Series, the world's first outdoor powered exoskeleton integrating robotics, ergonomics and an AI-powered assistance system.November 4, 2025
Chinese Toy Safety Standard GB 6675 Parts 1 to 4 Updated
SGS highlights revisions to Chinese toy safety standards GB 6675 parts 1-4, aligning them with ISO 8124 and strengthening compliance with mandatory Chinese Compulsory Certification requirements.November 3, 2025
USP 665 compliance webinar for the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical professionals
SGS hosts an expert roundtable webinar on USP 665 compliance and extractables and leachables (E&L) testing, featuring a special guest from the US Pharmacopeia (USP).
November 3, 2025
SGS webinar guides softlines companies through EU GPSR compliance
SGS offers a webinar on the EU General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), helping softlines businesses achieve regulatory compliance.November 3, 2025
Japan Proposes Ban on Three Persistent Organic Pollutants
SGS informs stakeholders that Japan plans to regulate three POPs as Class I Specified Chemical Substances under the nation’s CSCL.October 31, 2025
Germany Updates BfR Recommendations for Food Contact Materials
SGS issues SafeGuardS on recent updates by the Germany’s BfR to multiple recommendations on food contact materials and articles, introducing new specifications, restrictions and testing requirements.October 31, 2025
Montenegro Updates Chemical and POP Regulations to Align with EU Standards
SGS highlights Montenegro’s latest amendments to its national chemical and POP legislation, introducing new restrictions and revisions to better align with the EU REACH and POP regulations.October 30, 2025
EU Implements Stricter PFAS Restrictions in Firefighting Foams Under REACH
SGS outlines new EU regulations on PFAS in firefighting foams under Entry 82 to Annex XVII of REACH.October 30, 2025
SGS Presents the First SGS Cybersecurity Mark for a Baby Monitor to Owlet’s Dream Sight
SGS presents Owlet Dream Sight™ the first-ever SGS Cybersecurity Mark for a baby monitor.October 30, 2025
France introduces voluntary environmental cost labels for textiles
SGS publishes SafeGuardS outlining France’s new voluntary environmental cost labeling framework for textiles.October 29, 2025
New SGS white paper explores science-backed strategies to assess product performance in skin longevity
Discover how non-invasive clinical tools and biomarkers are transforming skin longevity assessment in SGS’s latest white paper.October 28, 2025
SGS webinar explains Korea wireless device compliance requirements
SGS offers a webinar on Korea’s KC certification for wireless and RF devices, helping businesses achieve regulatory compliance.October 27, 2025
SGS and Yili Group sign global agreement to advance dairy quality and sustainability
SGS and Yili Group sign cooperation agreement to advance global dairy industry standards, integrating safety, sustainability and digital innovation across the full dairy value chain.October 23, 2025
UK updates mandatory classification and labeling list with new and revised substances
SGS outlines UK GB MCL List revisions, highlighting new substances and compliance deadlines for stakeholders.October 20, 2025
SGS issues world’s first IEC 61851-23:2023 CB certificate for DC EV charger
The world’s first IEC 61851-23:2023 CB certificate for a DC EV charger highlights the role of automated TeREES® L2 testing in accelerating certification and global market access.October 17, 2025
SGS Examines the Growing Market for Elderly Apparel
A Consumer Compact article exploring the rapid growth of the elderly apparel market, key consumer demands and how SGS helps manufacturers deliver safe, functional and sustainable garments.October 16, 2025
SGS on the EU Bisphenols Ban and Its Industry Impact
A Consumer Compact article analyzing the EU’s new bisphenols ban in food contact materials, the potential ripple effects on other industries and the solutions SGS provides to support compliance and sustainability.October 16, 2025
SGS Simplifies Global Compliance for Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers
A Consumer Compact article exploring the challenges of navigating multiple regulatory environments and the advantages of global market access (GMA) as a streamlined compliance solution.October 16, 2025
China Issues New Standard for Sports Brassieres: FZ/T 74002-2025
SGS publishes an overview of China’s new product standards for sports brassieres – FZ/T 74002-2025.October 16, 2025
Bluesign Explores Polyester Recycling in Textiles
A Consumer Compact article exploring the challenges and potential solutions shaping polyester use and recycling in the textile industry.October 15, 2025
SGS highlights CEN update to domestic toy trampoline standard
SGS reviews updated EN 71-14:2025 toy trampoline standard, outlining changes and stakeholder guidance.October 15, 2025
Washington State Issues Rule Restricting Formaldehyde Releasers in Cosmetics
SGS highlights Washington State’s new regulation prohibiting intentionally added formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing chemicals in cosmetic products, effective 2027.October 14, 2025
Explore SQM certification and compliance pathways for extension cords in Saudi Arabia
An expert-led webinar providing insights into Saudi Quality Mark (SQM) certification, technical requirements and compliance for extension cords and socket-outlet plugs.October 14, 2025
SGS approved as an Amazon TIC Direct Validation body for toy sellers
SGS becomes Amazon TIC Direct Validation body, supporting toy sellers in meeting new compliance rules and avoiding delisting.October 10, 2025
Dechlorane Plus Regulated in the EU Under POP Recast Regulation
SGS publishes an overview of restrictions on Dechlorane Plus in the EU.October 9, 2025
Lead Restriction in Fishing Tackle Proposed by EU
SGS SafeGuardS informs fishing tackle businesses of the EU's intention to restrict lead.October 9, 2025
Restriction on 2,4-DNT proposed in the EU
SGS publishes SafeGuardS 144.25 to inform stakeholders about the EU’s intention to restrict 2,4-DNT under REACH.October 9, 2025
National Ban on PFAS in Clothing and Footwear Introduced in Denmark
SGS publishes SafeGuardS on Denmark’s ban on PFAS in clothing, footwear and certain consumer products with waterproofing agents.October 8, 2025
Mutual recognition with IRAM in Argentina reduces testing burden for toys and PPE
Two new MoUs between SGS and IRAM simplify certification, reduce duplicate testing and accelerate market access for toys and PPE in Argentina.October 7, 2025
AF&PA Releases New Voluntary Standard for Coated or Treated Corrugated Fiberboard
SGS highlights the AF&PA’s update to its voluntary standard for coated or treated corrugated fiberboard, including revised repulpability criteria and clarified operational parameters.October 6, 2025
SGS webinar on nitrosamine and genotoxic impurity management
A live webinar on detecting, controlling and mitigating nitrosamines and other genotoxic impurities to safeguard patients and ensure compliance.October 6, 2025
SGS to showcase expertise and integrated drug development services at CPhI Frankfurt 2025
SGS is pleased to return to CPhI Frankfurt 2025, where its experts will share insights on analytical testing in ADC development and demonstrate the company’s end-to-end drug development support services.October 3, 2025
Circular economy strategies for electrical and electronic products – an SGS webinar
SGS offers a webinar on implementing circular economy principles in electrical and electronic products, helping businesses meet global sustainability regulations.
September 30, 2025
EU Proposes Revisions to REACH Restrictions on Microplastics
SGS highlights EU plans to revise REACH microplastics rules, clarifying derogations and regulatory scope for synthetic polymer microparticles.September 29, 2025
New EU Waste Directive Targets Textile Circularity and Producer Accountability
SGS highlights new EU waste requirements for textiles, urging producers to prepare for compliance challenges.September 26, 2025
India Revises Timelines for Mandatory Standards on Cookware and Food Contact Cans
SGS highlights India’s updated Quality Control Order 2025, which revises national standards and extends compliance timelines for cookware, utensils and cans used with food and beverages.September 26, 2025
European Accessibility Act Comes into Force Across the EU
SGS outlines the European Accessibility Act, which took effect on June 28, 2025, unifying accessibility requirements for products and services across EU member states and offering guidance on compliance and testing.September 26, 2025
Brazil Seeks Feedback on Revised Conformity Assessment Requirements for Metal Cookware
SGS reviews Brazil’s proposed updates to conformity assessment requirements for metal cookware, including new classifications, certification obligations and conformity identification seal (CIS) rules.September 25, 2025
EU Cyber Resilience Act Advances with Standardization, Guidance and Reporting Platforms
SGS highlights key developments in implementing the EU Cyber Resilience Act, including accepted standardization requests, ENISA pilot projects, guidance updates and the launch of reporting platforms.September 25, 2025
EDQM Issues Technical Guide for Food Contact Cork Materials
SGS highlights the European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines & Healthcare (EDQM) publication of a technical guide for manufacturers and regulators on cork materials and articles intended for food contact.September 19, 2025