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Revision to EU CLP Regulation on Substances and Mixtures Now Effective

SGS reports on the enforcement date of the EU’s revised chemical labeling regulation.

December 13, 2024

CPSC Proposes Revision to US Neck Floats Regulation

SGS highlights the US CPSC’s proposed revisions to 16 CFR 1240, adding performance and revised labeling requirements for neck floats.

December 13, 2024

Revised Tents Regulations Published by Health Canada

SGS publishes SafeGuardS summarizing Health Canada’s publication of the amended Tents Regulations under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act.

December 13, 2024

Latest developments on new Californian e-bike and powered mobility device bill

SGS publishes SafeGuardS on California’s new law for electric bicycles and powered mobility devices, which requires them to be tested by an accredited testing laboratory for compliance against specified standards.

December 6, 2024

SGS Highlights US Final Rule for Soft Infant and Toddler Carriers

SGS reports on the US CPSC’s direct final rule 16 CFR 1226, incorporating the latest version of the ASTM standard for soft infant and toddler carriers.

December 4, 2024

SGS Reports on Specific Exemptions from Dechlorane Plus and UV-328 Ban in Singapore

SGS publishes SafeGuardS detailing exemptions from Singapore’s ban on Dechlorane Plus and UV-328.

November 28, 2024

Mandatory Regulation for E-mobility Devices and Batteries Issued in NSW Australia

SGS publishes SafeGuardS on a new ruling for e-mobility devices and their batteries in Australia’s New South Wales.

November 28, 2024

SGS Highlights the Addition of One Substance to the EU Candidate List

SGS publishes SafeGuardS focusing on the addition of one substance to the Candidate List by the ECHA.

November 25, 2024

SGS Reports on New Food Contact Rulebook for Cellulose Film Materials and Articles in Montenegro

SGS publishes SafeGuardS on a new rulebook published by Montenegro on food contact cellulose film materials and articles.

November 25, 2024

SGS Spotlights US CPSC Final Rule for Infant Support Cushions

SGS publishes SafeGuardS on the US CPSC’s final rule 16 CFR 1243, establishing a consumer product safety standard for infant support cushions.

November 22, 2024

SGS launches SGS SMART: A cloud-based platform to optimize supply chain management for the consumer products industry

Introducing SGS SMART, a supply chain management platform that streamlines performance and enhances market access for consumer products markets.

November 20, 2024

Securing Saudi Quality Mark Certification for Ceramic Tiles

An expert webinar on Saudi Arabia’s certification program for ceramic tile products.

November 18, 2024

US CPSC Establishes Final Rule for Nursing Pillow Safety Standard

SGS publishes SafeGuardS highlighting 16 CFR 1242, which establishes a consumer product safety standard for nursing pillows.

November 14, 2024

SGS Highlights Firefighting PPE PFAS Regulation in US State of Massachusetts

SGS publishes SafeGuardS detailing new state regulation in Massachusetts for PFAS in PPE.

November 14, 2024

The benefits and challenges of sustainable toy design webinar

An expert webinar on regulatory compliance and sustainability for the toy industry.

November 14, 2024

SGS awards SGS Performance Tested Mark for EcoFlow’s mobile battery energy storage system

SGS’s independent product verification validates safety and charging capability of EcoFlow’s DELTA 3 Plus mobile energy storage unit.

November 8, 2024

SGS laboratory in Cork, Ireland, supports sustainability goals of pharmaceutical clients with recently awarded platinum My Green Lab certification

SGS’s laboratory in Cork, Ireland, has achieved platinum certification under the My Green Lab program, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability in the pharmaceutical industry.

November 7, 2024

SGS expands cutting-edge spray drug delivery testing capabilities in Belgium health science laboratory

SGS expands its spray drug delivery testing capabilities with validation of advanced laser diffraction system at their laboratory in Wavre, Belgium.

November 6, 2024

US Government Proposes Ban on Food Packaging PFAS Under FFDCA Act

SGS publishes SafeGuardS detailing a ban on PFAS in food packaging, proposed as an amendment to the FFDCA.

November 5, 2024

The key to robotic product safety standards webinar

An expert webinar aimed at demystifying major international standards for robotic products.

November 4, 2024

Brightsight expands services with SESIP certification body for the IoT market

Brightsight, an SGS company, is now recognised as a certification body to issue SESIP certification for IoT platforms and components, strengthening their position as the global leader in cybersecurity evaluations and certification services.

October 31, 2024

SGS Reports on Revision to the EU CLP Regulation on Substances and Mixtures

SGS publishes a SafeGuardS detailing an amendment to the EU’s CLP Regulation on substances and mixtures.

October 31, 2024

SGS Highlights Proposal to Add Several Chemicals to IChEMS Register in Australia

SGS publishes SafeGuards detailing Australia’s consultation over the proposal to list several chemicals in the IChEMS Register.

October 30, 2024

SGS leads the way in energy efficiency testing of portable air purifiers to new US standards

SGS is proud to announce the readiness of its North America lab, located in Grass Lake, Michigan, to test and certify portable air purifiers to meet new US standards for energy efficiency.

October 30, 2024

US CPSC updates safety standard for infant bath seats

SGS publishes SafeGuardS on US CPSC direct final rule incorporating latest version of ASTM F1967-24 into 16 CFR 1215, safety standard for infant seats.

October 29, 2024

SGS hosts free webinar to showcase expanded global cosmetic testing network

SGS invites industry professionals to a complimentary webinar highlighting its expanded global network for clinical and in vitro cosmetic testing, enhanced by a recent acquisition of Institut d’Expertise Clinique (IEC).

October 28, 2024

BirchBioMed Receives Health Canada Green Light to Start the Last Stage of its Groundbreaking Clinical Program of FS2 to Minimize Scarring from Burns

Canadian-based clinical stage biopharmaceutical company BirchBioMed pioneers in offering one of the first natural health products for burn patients.

October 24, 2024

SGS showcases innovative testing and certification solutions for the health and nutrition industry at SupplySide 2024

SGS offers comprehensive insights into testing, certification, clinical trials, sustainability, regulatory compliance and third-party natural ingredient verification for health and nutrition products at SupplySide 2024.

October 21, 2024

DEHP Banned in Some Medical Devices in California

SGS publishes overview of Californian prohibition to phase out DEHP and other plasticizers in intravenous solution containers by 2030 and in IV tubing by 2035.

October 18, 2024

PFAS Prohibitions on Specific Products to be Enforced in California

SGS publishes SafeGuardS to give stakeholders a comprehensive overview of approved measures to apply enforcement mechanisms for existing and future PFAS bans and labeling requirements in California.

October 18, 2024

New Californian Restrictions on Bisphenols in Certain Juvenile Products

SGS publishes SafeGuardS on new Californian regulations for juvenile feeding products and sucking or teething products, which will become effective on January 1, 2026.

October 18, 2024

SGS investigates the challenges of sustainability and market growth in functional clothing

SGS publishes an article examining durable, chemically compliant and sustainable solutions for functional apparel manufacturers looking to lessen their environmental impact and expand their markets.

October 16, 2024

SGS explains the new EN 17860 standard series for e-cargo bikes

Explore EN 17860 in Consumer Compact and learn about the new standards series for e-cargo bikes used both commercially and privately.

October 16, 2024

SGS explores plastic recycling to reduce pollution

SGS publishes Consumer Compact article on the environmental challenges associated with plastic product and the benefits of innovative recycling solutions.

October 15, 2024

SGS explains how bluesign certification empowers greener fashion choices

SGS publishes Consumer Compact article on the barriers to sustainability in the fashion industry and the advantages of the bluesign® PRODUCT label.

October 15, 2024

SGS highlights the importance of trusted antiviral product testing

A Consumer Compact article from SGS providing an expert view of the importance of proper antiviral product testing for safety and quality.

October 15, 2024

SGS Summarizes Strengthened EU Specifications for HBCDD Under the POP Recast Regulation

SGS publishes SafeGuardS highlighting the EU’s revision of HBCDD specifications under the POP Recast Regulation.

October 14, 2024

SGS Summarizes Consultation on Designated List of PFOA-related Compounds for Japan

SGS publishes SafeGuardS detailing Japan’s consultation on a draft ministerial ordinance to designate 138 PFOA-related compounds as Class 1 Specified Chemical Substances.

October 14, 2024

SGS explores trust building for electronic equipment sustainability

SGS publishes Consumer Compact article on minimizing the risks from hazardous substances in consumer electronics, with a case study of Samsung’s OLED notebook displays.

October 14, 2024

SGS Highlights EU Regulation of PFHxA and PFHxA-related Substances Under REACH

SGS publishes SafeGuardS detailing legislation issued by the EU regulating PFHxA, its salts and PFHxA-related substances.

October 14, 2024

Lead in Paint and Coating Materials Now Regulated in South Africa

SGS publishes SafeGuardS on legislation issued in South Africa regulating lead in paint and coating materials.

October 14, 2024

SGS awards international product certification to Chinese renewable energy companies to boost global transition to clean energy

SGS is proud to have awarded international certificates to three of China’s leading renewable energy companies whose products will benefit from accelerated access into overseas markets.

October 11, 2024

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