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ECHA Adds Two Substances to EU – SVHC Candidate List
A look at the two substances that have recently been added to the EU -SVHC Candidate List by ECHA.

February 10, 2021

SGS Helps Manufacturers Access the Growing Market for Smart Wearable Devices
SGS experts publish an overview of the complex regulatory requirements that must be met in the growing market for smart wearable devices.

February 10, 2021

BIFMA Updates Occasional Use Seating Standard in Response to Larger People
A look at BIFMA’s occasional seating standard, which has been adjusted to account for the continued increase in size of the average US male.

February 9, 2021

SGS Helps Manufacturers Differentiate Their Products in the Natural Cosmetics Market
SGS publishes an overview of the natural and organic cosmetic products market, looking at the advantages of NATRUE accreditation and recent changes concerning raw materials.

February 8, 2021

SGS Publishes an Overview of Ventilator Standards and Requirements
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, SGS publishes a look at EU and international standards, including an overview of the essential parts of a critical care ventilator.

February 5, 2021

SGS Helps Juvenile Product Manufacturers More Efficiently Access Markets
SGS expert reviews safety requirements and outlines a better way for manufacturers to design safe and compliant juvenile products.

February 4, 2021

Understanding the Challenge of the Circular Economy on Food Contact Plastics
A look at the issues surrounding food contact plastics, recycling, and the creation of a circular economy.

February 3, 2021

New Way to Ensure Absorbent Hygiene Products are Free from Trace Chemicals
Following the discovery of toxic substance residues in baby diapers and intimate hygiene products, SGS experts look at the need for a better way to test absorbent hygiene products and the introduction of the Edana Method NWSP360 Series.

February 2, 2021

New EU Standard for Experimental Toy Chemistry Sets
EU publishes a new standard for experimental sets for chemistry and related activities – EN 71-4:2020.

February 2, 2021

California Proposes Changes to the Short-form Prop 65 Warning
SGS expert looks at Californian proposals to amend the Proposition 65 short form warning.

January 28, 2021

CPSC Adopts Californian Standard as Federal Furniture Flammability Standard
A look at the adoption of Californian Technical Bulletin 117-2013 as the mandated Federal furniture flammability standard.

January 28, 2021

EU Releases Technical Guidance on Leave-On Hand Gels
A look at the EU’s borderline working document on examples of product claims that would not support the classification of leave-on hydro alcoholic hand gels as cosmetic products.

January 27, 2021

SGS Reviews Changes to ASEAN Cosmetic Directive
A look at recent updates to the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive Annexes, including new prohibitions and restrictions.

January 27, 2021

New Consumer Good’s Flame Retardant Restrictions in Massachusetts
A look at Massachusetts new restrictions on eleven flame retardants in five categories of consumer product.

January 27, 2021

California Prop 65 Settlement Agreements for Shovels, Tote Bags and Wheelchairs
An overview of California Prop 65 settlement agreements involving wheelchairs, tote bags and shovels.

January 26, 2021

Decline in Chinese Provinces and Cities Increasing Minimum Wage Standards in 2020
SGS publishes as helpful overview of Chinese minimum wage standard increases in 2020.

January 22, 2021

Operators in California Reminded of Prop 65 Settlement Agreements
A look at California Prop 65 settlement agreements covering lead and various phthalates.

January 21, 2021

UK Announces Standards Showing Presumption of Conformity with Toy Safety Legislation
UK publishes list of toy safety standards for presumption of conformity with toy legislation enforced in Scotland, Wales and England.

January 14, 2021

Allergenic Fragrance Requirements Strengthened in EU Toy Safety Directive
EU publishes two directives that strengthen Toy Safety Directive requirements governing the presence of allergenic fragrances.

January 14, 2021