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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
SGS Examines the Impact of EU Sustainability Rules on Consumer Products
A new SGS Consumer Compact article explores how the EU’s Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and Digital Product Passport (DPP) will reshape the consumer goods landscape.July 28, 2025
Minnesota Expands Exemptions to Lead and Cadmium Restrictions in Consumer Products
SGS highlights expanded exemptions to Minnesota’s lead and cadmium restrictions on consumer products following legislative amendments enacted in June 2025.July 25, 2025
Australia Adds Six Chemicals to the IChEMS Register
SGS informs stakeholders that Australia has amended its IChEMS Register to include six substances/groups of substances, introducing new environmental risk management requirements.July 25, 2025
SGS Examines the Safe Use of Recycled Plastics in Food Contact Materials
A new SGS Consumer Compact article explores how recycled plastics can be safely used in food contact materials without compromising consumer safety or regulatory compliance.July 24, 2025
SGS Highlights the Growth of Ethical Fashion in the Global Apparel Industry
A new SGS Consumer Compact article explores how ethical fashion is reshaping the textile and apparel industry by prioritizing transparency, sustainability and fair practices.July 24, 2025
SGS Highlights Innovation as the Driving Force in the Textile and Apparel Industry
Innovation and sustainability take center stage in a new SGS Consumer Compact article that explores how brands can adapt to changing consumer expectations and evolving market dynamics.July 24, 2025
SGS Supports Compliance for Custom-Built Electrical Equipment in the US
Navigating OSHA requirements for customized and modified field equipment is the focus of a new SGS Consumer Compact article exploring compliance pathways in the US.July 24, 2025
EU Council Releases Compromise Text for Draft Toy Safety Regulation
SGS reports that the EU Council has published the consensus text for the draft Toy Safety Regulation, introducing significant updates to toy safety, including digital product passports, AI toy classifications and new chemical restrictions.July 23, 2025
EU Updates PFOS Regulation to Align with PFOA Standards Under POP Recast
SGS reports that the EU has revised PFOS and its derivatives’ regulatory limits and terminology to match those for PFOA, effective July 17, 2025.July 23, 2025
SGS supports non-animal clinical testing with release of 3D epidermis and epithelium model white paper
Discover how 3D epidermis and epithelium models support ethical, human-relevant testing in clinical and dermatological research in SGS’s latest white paper.July 23, 2025
Flammability Requirements for Toys Updated with EN 71-2 Amendment A1:2025
SGS reports the publication of Amendment A1:2025 to EN 71-2, updating toy flammability requirements with clarifications and alignments to related standards.July 22, 2025
Three SVHCs Added to ECHA’s Candidate List
SGS reports that the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has added three new substances to the Candidate List under REACH, triggering new legal obligations for companies in the EU and EEA.July 22, 2025
Switzerland Aligns Food Contact Materials Ordinance with EU Rules
SGS reports that Switzerland has revised its food contact materials ordinance to further align with EU requirements, including new limits and prohibitions on bisphenol A (BPA) and related substances. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025.July 22, 2025
Washington State Proposes New PFAS Restrictions Under Safer Products Program Cycle 1.5
SGS reports that Washington State's Department of Ecology has released a draft rule targeting PFAS in 12 categories of consumer products under Cycle 1.5 of its Safer Products for Washington Program.July 22, 2025
BIFMA Launches 2024 LEVEL® e3 Furniture Sustainability Standard
SGS informs stakeholders of the release of the 2024 edition of the BIFMA LEVEL® e3 standard, marking the start of a 12-month transition period for certification.July 21, 2025
New Mandatory National Standard for Protective Gloves for Welders in China
SGS reports that China has released GB 45188-2024, a mandatory national standard for protective gloves used in welding and related applications. The new standard will take effect on January 1, 2026.July 21, 2025
ASTM Revises Playground Safety Standard F1487-25 for Public Use
SGS highlights the release of ASTM F1487-25, a significantly revised consumer safety performance specification that introduces updated requirements for public playground equipment to reduce injury risks and support safer play environments.July 3, 2025
EU Officially Endorses PEFCR for Apparel and Footwear
SGS reports that the EU has officially endorsed Version 3.1 of the PEFCR for apparel and footwear, introducing standardized methods for measuring and communicating environmental impact.July 3, 2025
SGS launches FDA-approved food contact material testing service in Mexico
SGS has expanded its capabilities for food contact materials with US FDA approval for its laboratory in Naucalpan, Mexico.July 3, 2025
Vermont Strengthens PFAS Restrictions for Consumer Products
SGS highlights Vermont’s legislative updates under Act 54, which expands and revises bans on intentionally added PFAS in consumer products.July 2, 2025
Achieving regulatory success with ISO 10993 biocompatibility evaluations
Explore testing strategies aligned with ISO 10993 to support biological evaluations and risk assessments.July 2, 2025
Rhode Island Expands PFAS Ban to Firefighting Protective Gear
SGS highlights that Rhode Island has expanded its PFAS ban to prohibit intentionally added PFAS in firefighting personal protective equipment, effective January 1, 2027.June 26, 2025