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SGS gains SCDF accreditation to accelerate Singaporean market entry in fire safety enterprises
SGS is accredited by SCDF as a Certification Body, enabling faster, more cost-effective fire safety compliance for enterprises expanding into Singapore and Southeast Asia.March 20, 2025
New Chinese Footwear National Standard GB/T 44867-2024 for Green Product Evaluation Released
SGS reports on GB/T 44867-2024, China’s new national standard for green product evaluation of footwear products.March 19, 2025
SGS Launches FSMA 204 Food Traceability Solutions
Helping food manufacturers and producers meet the US FDA latest Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Section 204 requirementsMarch 19, 2025
New Chinese National Standard for Green Product Evaluation of Leather and Fur Apparel and Accessories Released
SGS reports on GB/T 44838-2024, China’s new national standard for green product evaluation of leather and fur apparel and accessories.March 18, 2025
SGS Provides Update on European Toy Standard Changes in 2025
SGS publishes a SafeGuardS with the latest information on updates to the EN 71 toy standards and EN 62115 standard for electric toys.March 18, 2025
Rother DC Housing Company and Greymoor celebrate start of house building in Battle
Work begins on construction of 200 homes in Battle as partners sign build contract.
March 17, 2025
EU Issues Draft Toy Safety Regulation
SGS publishes an overview of the EU’s draft regulation on toy safety.March 14, 2025
EU Updates Food Contact Material Regulations
SGS reports on the EU’s amendments to three laws associated with food contact materials and articles.March 14, 2025
Toy and Children’s Product Standards Amended in Hong Kong
SGS reports on Hong Kong’s update of toy and children’s products standards.March 14, 2025
SGS strengthens eCustoms services with new Italian acquisition
As part of its commitment to expanding secure and innovative eCustoms services, SGS has acquired Bologna-based customs brokerage company Stella Operazioni Doganali.March 14, 2025
Communication and IT devices in the spotlight for new Saudi conformity guidelines
SGS article focuses on new requirements for communication and IT devices sold on Saudi Arabian markets and the help available from expert testing and inspection bodies.March 13, 2025
SGS highlights new online Certificate of Conformity service for Morocco
Exploring a new online Certificate of Conformity service for exporters to Morocco.March 13, 2025
Indonesia updates technical inspection and verification program
SGS publishes article on the latest developments in Indonesia’s verification program for luggage and bags, plastics and hazardous chemicals and provides guidance for new exporters.March 13, 2025
SGS delivers expert seminars for exporters to Cameroon
SGS supports exporters to Cameroon with three expert seminars.March 13, 2025
SGS hosts webinar on sustainability trends and solutions in the E&E industry
SGS presents an expert-led webinar that unveils the product conformity rules for E&E businesses aiming to capitalize on sustainability initiatives and meet the requirements of the EU's new ecostandards.March 10, 2025
SGS hosts webinar on non-invasive optical biopsy – a painless alternative for advanced cosmetic research
An expert webinar exploring the scientific and business benefits of using non-invasive optical biopsy research techniques in cosmetic product design.March 10, 2025
SGS hosts webinar on EU bisphenol regulations for food contact materials
An expert webinar helping businesses understand the implications of changing EU regulations on hazardous bisphenols in food contact materials.March 10, 2025
SGS hosts free webinar for PPE businesses looking for long-term success
SGS offers a complimentary webinar providing an expert overview of the current PPE market and effective solutions for PPE softlines.March 7, 2025
Have your say on Rother District Council’s Housing Development Strategy
Rother DC Housing Company urges residents and local businesses to take part in consultationMarch 6, 2025
Leverage existing regulatory authorizations to access the thriving health-food market in South Korea
Free webinar for actionable insights on leveraging existing GRAS, NDIN, or Novel Food status to navigate South Korea's MFDS registration process and successfully expand into the vibrant Asian market for health-functional food ingredients.March 6, 2025
SGS opens new laboratory in Indonesia to expand global furniture testing capabilities
SGS opens state-of-the-art laboratory dedicated to furniture and transit packaging testing and certification in Semarang, Indonesia.March 6, 2025
Flame Retardants in Proposed Revised Specifications for EU POP Recast Regulation
SGS reports on the EU’s proposed revised specifications for flame retardants under POP Recast Regulation.March 5, 2025
EU Limits Proposed for PCBs Under POP Recast Regulation
SGS summarizes the EU’s proposals to set UTC limit values for PCBs.March 5, 2025
Amendment Proposed for Lead in Cookware Prohibition in Washington State, USA
SGS reports on the US state of Washington’s proposed amendment to the prohibition of lead in cookware, which includes the exclusion of inaccessible components and certain appliances.March 3, 2025
China Updates Product Standard for Woven Children’s Clothing
SGS advises that an update to the GB/T 31900-2024 standard for woven children’s clothing has been issued in China.March 3, 2025
Two Persistent Chemicals Regulated in Singapore
SGS highlights Singapore’s regulation of two hazardous chemicals, LC-PFCAs and MCCPs.March 3, 2025
Positive List of Substances Revised for Food Contact Plastics in Brazil
SGS reports on Brazil’s addition of two chemicals to its positive list of substances for food contact plastics.February 28, 2025
Guideline Offered for Cookware Manufacturers and Sellers by Washington State, USA
SGS summarizes a new guideline from Washington State, USA, on the restriction of lead in cookware.February 27, 2025
Direct final rule for non-full-size baby cribs from US CPSC
The US CPSC has published a direct final rule adopting the most recent version of ASTM F406, with certain modifications, as the enforceable safety standard for non-full-size baby cribs.February 27, 2025
2023-2024 compliance verification report published by Health Canada
SGS publishes an overview of Health Canada’s annual compliance verification report for 2023-2024.February 26, 2025
SGS reveals key insights into skin barrier and tolerability testing in an expert-led webinar
Learn how SGS’s advanced analytical tools and evidence-based techniques empower manufacturers to develop safer, high-performing cosmetic and topical medicinal products during an expert-led webinar.February 25, 2025
SGS secures unprecedented fourth contract for PVoC services with Tanzania Bureau of Standards
SGS awarded unmatched fourth contract to provide pre-verification of conformity (PVoC) services to the Tanzania Bureau of Standards, ensuring compliant and safe exports for the next 36 months.February 24, 2025
SGS partnership agreement with Hurricane brings integration with SGS D-TECT®
New agreement sees the integration of Hurricane’s global data intelligence platform with the SGS D-TECT® Solution for air cargo, e-commerce, and postal services.February 24, 2025
SGS opens its first VOC testing lab in Mexico
New Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) testing lab in State of Mexico will support the region’s automotive industry to meet global regulations for vehicle interior air quality.February 24, 2025
EU harmonizes EN 18031 standards
Brightsight publishes SafeGuardS on three EN 18031 standards for the Radio Equipment Directive that have been harmonized, with restrictions, by the European Commission.
February 21, 2025
EN 71 Parts 18 and 19 for Toy Safety issued by CEN
Two new CEN standards have been released for phenol and bisphenol A (BPA) in certain toys.
February 21, 2025
Diaper Packaging Regulation in New York State Now Includes Ingredients List
A law has been introduced in the US state of New York which requires all diapers to include a discernible and legible list of ingredients on outer packaging.February 19, 2025
GLP-1 Research and Regulatory Insights Webinar for the Nutra Industry
An expert-led webinar exploring the science behind GLP-1 and hormone-based health solutions, current research and market evolution, its opportunities, challenges and regulatory considerations.February 17, 2025
Direct Final Rule for Play Yards Issued by US CPSC
SGS summarizes direct final rule published by the US CPSC to adopt the latest version of ASTM F406 for play yards, with modifications.February 14, 2025
Proposed Ban on PTFE Cookware in New York State
SGS publishes overview of New York State bill introduced to ban PTFE in cookware.February 14, 2025
Optimize climate change management and corporate responsibility in fashion supply chains
SGS is hosting an expert-led webinar on February 26, 2025, to provide fashion industry professionals with essential insights into climate change management, corporate sustainability and ESG frameworks.February 10, 2025
SGS Summarizes Changes to Canadian Rules for Electric Heaters
SGS publishes a summary of Health Canada’s addition of portable electric heaters to Table 3 of the General Prohibitions process.February 7, 2025
EU Publishes New Rules for Packaging and Packaging Waste
The European Union has announced new regulations on packaging and packaging waste, to support its transition toward a circular economy.February 7, 2025
Five Substances Added to ECHA Candidate List
The ECHA has added five substances and revised one substance on the Candidate List of substances of very high concern (SVHC).February 7, 2025
Proposed New York State Regulation for Toxic Chemicals in Pet Products
A chemical disclosure program has been proposed by the US state of New York for pet products, in a move toward an eventual ban on toxic chemicals.February 6, 2025
Thailand Proposes Restriction of Two Persistent Chemicals
SGS summarizes proposals to regulate Dechlorane Plus and UV-328 as Category 3 hazardous substances in Thailand.February 6, 2025
US FDA Issues Letter to Cookware Retailers and Distributors
SGS SafeGuardS highlights a letter issued by the US FDA to cookware retailers and distributors warning of imported products that may leach lead into food.February 5, 2025
ASEAN Cosmetic Directive Amended
A new version of the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive was released on December 6, 2024, following a meeting of the ASEAN Cosmetic Committee.February 5, 2025
SGS hosts exclusive webinar on US FDA dietary supplement labeling regulations
SGS hosts a free webinar on February 12, 2025, to provide food professionals with expert insights into US FDA dietary supplement labeling regulations, claim compliance and substantiation strategies to ensure market success.February 4, 2025
Publication of CEN Amendment to EN71-13:2021 for Certain Games and Kits
EN 71-13:2021+A2:2024 has been published, amending EU national standards for olfactory board games, cosmetic kits and gustative games.February 3, 2025