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ECHA Invites Feedback on Proposed SVHC Additions
SGS highlights the European Chemicals Agency consultation on the proposed addition of three chemicals to the Candidate List of substances of very high concern (SVHCs), including two bisphenols and n-hexane.September 19, 2025
Brazil Introduces New Law for Food Contact Regenerated Cellulose Films
SGS reviews the latest legislation from ANVISA establishing sanitary requirements and authorized substances for regenerated cellulose films intended for food contact.September 19, 2025
India Publishes Guidelines for Recycled PET in Food Contact Materials
SGS reviews new guidance from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India for the use of recycled PET in food contact materials, highlighting testing, process validation and compliance requirements.September 19, 2025
UK Product Safety Database Highlights Key Trends in Consumer Product Risks
SGS reviews the latest UK PSD report, highlighting trends in product categories, sources of harm and regulatory actions for 2024–2025.September 19, 2025
SGS to unveil breakthrough technology in skin hydration testing at Cosmetic 360
Innovative non-invasive imaging method visualizes skincare product performanceSeptember 16, 2025
SGS reports on new e-portal for imports to Uganda
SGS has published an article detailing Uganda’s new e-portal aimed at simplifying the country’s import clearance process.September 12, 2025
SGS explains new Saudi Arabian digital frameworks for food export regulations
SGS has published an article focusing on new customs clearance frameworks to support businesses trading with Saudi Arabia.September 12, 2025
SGS helps businesses understand new Kenyan product compliance and inspection rules
SGS article offers expert help with Kenya’s new rules for product inspections and compliance.September 11, 2025
SGS announces renewed PCA agreement with Ivory Coast
SGS article highlights trusted support for Ivory Coast’s product conformity verification program.September 10, 2025
SGS highlights EAC-Ready Certification
SGS publishes an article focusing on key specialist services to help businesses trade easily and compliantly with the EAC.September 10, 2025
Switzerland Updates Chemical Ordinance to Further Align with EU Requirements
SGS informs stakeholders of Switzerland’s recent amendments to ChemO, further aligning the regulation with EU requirements.September 9, 2025
SGS Nutrasource awards NutraStrong™ Collagen Verified certification to Lonza Capsules & Health Ingredients
Lonza Capsules & Health Ingredients (CHI), a leading supplier in the joint health ingredient space, has gained certification for its UC-II® collagen product under the ‘Certifications by Nutrasource’ program for dietary supplement brands.September 9, 2025
Explore SQM certification and compliance pathways for ceramic tiles in Saudi Arabia
An expert-led webinar providing insights into Saudi Quality Mark (SQM) certification, technical requirements and compliance for ceramic tiles.September 8, 2025
ECHA Updates Proposal to Restrict PFAS Under REACH
SGS informs stakeholders of the ECHA’s updated proposal to restrict PFAS under Annex XVII of REACH.September 8, 2025
Illinois Expands PFAS Ban to Firefighting Clothing and Equipment
SGS highlights the US state of Illinois’s expanded ban on PFAS firefighting foams, which now includes firefighting clothes and equipment.September 5, 2025
2024 Annual Safety Gate Report Published by the European Commission
SGS highlights chemical risks in cosmetic products as the leading cause of European Commission safety alerts in 2024.
September 5, 2025
SGS supports footwear brands with free performance and comfort evaluation webinar
SGS offers a complimentary webinar exploring how advanced, scientifically validated testing for durability, comfort and functionality can drive product differentiation and strengthen brand credibility in the footwear market.September 4, 2025
Avoiding dietary supplement labeling compliance pitfalls for US markets webinar
SGS presents a complimentary webinar for businesses selling dietary supplements to the US, focusing on compliance with labeling requirements.September 4, 2025
Revisions to Illinois PFAS Ban in Firefighting Foams
SGS highlights amendments to Illinois’s ban on intentionally added PFAS in certain firefighting foam products.September 4, 2025
US FDA Ruling Confirms PFAS Fluoropolymers in Medical Devices Are Safe
SGS summarizes the US FDA’s ruling on PFAS fluoropolymers in medical devices, which they have found to be safe.September 4, 2025
Bangladesh Consults On Draft Law on Food Contact Materials
SGS highlights Bangladesh’s notification to the World Trade Organization of its proposed law on food contact materials and articles.September 3, 2025
Mandates for Two Food Contact Articles Standards in Thailand
SGS focuses on Thailand’s mandate targeting standards for two types of food contact plastic bags.September 3, 2025
BirchBioMed Inc. announces Hamilton Health Sciences’ Centre for Burn Research as first clinical trial site for pioneering burns scar treatment
Prestigious ‘Centre for Burn Research’ to deliver Phase II/III randomized testing of natural health product, FS2.August 28, 2025
CLP Regulation on Substances and Mixtures Revised by the EU
SGS summarizes the EU’s revision to the CLP on substances and mixtures, effective February 1, 2027.August 27, 2025
EU REACH CMR Substances List Updated
SGS reports on the EU’s latest revision of the Annex XVII REACH list of carcinogenic, mutagenic or reprotoxic substances.August 26, 2025
Revisions to the Authorized French List of Substances for Rubber Food Contact Materials and Pacifiers
SGS highlights France’s reduction of its list of authorized substances used in rubber food contact materials and pacifiers requiring dossier submission to ten.August 26, 2025
DEHP Regulated in Certain Medical Devices in North Carolina, USA
Intentionally added DEHP in intravenous bags and tubing is banned in the US state of North Carolina.August 21, 2025
Annulment of Carcinogenic Classification for Titanium Dioxide Upheld by EU Court
SGS highlights the EU’s ruling on the European Commission’s misassessment of titanium dioxide (TiO2) in certain powder forms as a category 2 carcinogen.August 20, 2025
Chile Proposes Changes to Food Contact Material Rules
SGS reports on Chile’s consultation over amendments to tighten food contact material and article rules.August 20, 2025
Advancing sunscreen efficacy testing with ISO 23675 and ISO 23698
Modernization of sunscreen testing with the new ISO 23675 and ISO 23698 standards and expert insights on their scientific, regulatory, and practical implementation.August 19, 2025
UK Updates Furniture and Furnishings Fire Safety Regulations
SGS provides an overview of the UK’s amended Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 2025, which include revised guidance on labeling, scope and enforcement dates.August 14, 2025
Azerbaijan Introduces New Standards for Food Contact Materials
SGS reports on Azerbaijan’s adoption of new standards and rules for food contact materials and articles.August 13, 2025
Updated Specifications for Food Contact Materials in Japan
SGS reports on Japan’s tightening of its regulations on food contact apparatus, containers and packaging.August 13, 2025
Webinar delivers compliance essentials for recycled plastics and NIAS in food contact materials
An expert-led webinar hosted by SGS, helping businesses navigate the regulatory complexities of using recycled plastics and managing NIAS in food contact materials across both the EU and US markets.August 11, 2025
Explore Updates to Japan’s CPSA and Its Implications for Overseas Businesses
An expert-led webinar providing insights into key updates to Japan’s CPSA, focusing on toys, e-commerce and the responsibilities of overseas businesses.August 11, 2025
EU Reinforces RED Regulation Articles for Cybersecurity in Connected Devices
Cybersecurity for connected devices is to be tightened in the EU with new RED Articles 3.3(d), (e) and (f) coming into effect on August 1, 2025.August 8, 2025
Turkey Updates Labeling Rules for Animal-Derived Materials in Consumer Products
SGS reports on Turkey’s new labeling rules requiring species disclosure for animal-based materials in consumer goods.August 8, 2025
EFBE and SGS unite to set new standards in bicycle and e-bike compliance
EFBE joins SGS, enhancing global bicycle and e-bike testing with localized expertise and expanded resources.August 6, 2025
PFAS Reporting Deadline for Consumer Goods Extended in Minnesota, USA
SGS highlights Minnesota’s six-month extension of the product reporting deadline for PFAS.August 6, 2025
Food Contact Materials Law Updated in The Netherlands
SGS highlights amendments to the Netherlands’ Commodities Act (Regulation on Packaging and Consumer Products) concerning food contact materials and articles.August 5, 2025
Activity Toys ISO 8124-4:2025 Standard Updated
SGS reports on the latest ISO standard updates for activity toys, aimed at enhancing safety, clarifying definitions, strengthening requirements and improving alignment with global regulations.August 5, 2025
SGS hosts webinar on compliance with Uganda’s PVoC program
SGS offers a complimentary webinar providing essential updates and practical guidance on the Uganda Pre-Export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) program.July 31, 2025
UV-328 Regulated By the EU Under POP Recast Regulation
SGS highlights the EU’s regulation of UV-328 under the POP Recast Regulation.July 31, 2025
EU Updates POP Recast Regulation Entry for PFOA and Related Compounds
SGS reports on the EU’s revised entry for PFOA and PFOA-related compounds under the POP Recast Regulation.July 30, 2025
Food Contact Cellulosic Materials Law Amended in Brazil
SGS reports on Brazil’s update to its law on food contact cellulosic materials.July 30, 2025
EU Proposes Limited Use of Cobalt in Toys Under Updated Safety Directive
SGS highlights the European Commission’s draft proposal to allow cobalt in specific toy applications under the Toy Safety Directive, as notified to the WTO in July 2025.July 30, 2025
Settlements Lead to Reformulation of Chemicals in Consumer Products Under California Prop 65
SGS highlights recent Proposition 65 settlements involving chemicals such as BPA, lead, phthalates and others in consumer products sold in California.July 29, 2025
ECHA Launches Consultation on New SVHC Proposal
SGS reports that the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) is consulting on the inclusion of one additional substance of very high concern (SVHC) to the REACH Candidate List.July 29, 2025
ASTM Updates Safety Standard for Beach Umbrellas and Anchor Devices
SGS outlines ASTM’s revised consumer safety specification for beach umbrellas and anchor systems, aimed at reducing wind-related injuries.July 29, 2025
Minnesota Expands PFAS Law Exemptions for Certain Products
SGS outlines recent amendments to Minnesota’s PFAS product restrictions, highlighting new exemptions for specific internal and electronic components and certain children’s vehicles.July 28, 2025