The US CPSC has expanded the list of phthalates exempted from third-party testing on seven types of plastic. The rule relates to toys and childcare articles and will come into effect in April 2018.
The US CPSC has published a new method for phthalates and a final rule allowing accredited laboratories two years to update their scope of accreditation.
Vehicle manufacturers are being encouraged by SGS-TÜV Saar to book onto a one-day course in anticipation of new ISO standards for automotive electrical and electronic systems set to come into force in May 2018.
On November 21, 2017, the EU published Directive (EU) 2017/2102 to amend RoHS. The update alters the restriction’s scope and exemption validity periods.
ARS Steel, a leading company producing high quality steel products, launched the revolutionary steel, ARS PIXON in Chennai. Mr. Ashwani Kumar Bhatia, CMD, ARS Steel launched it for the Tamil Nadu market. About 500 dealers of steel industries were present in its launch event.
Two leading full-service thermoformers have joined forces and will share medical packaging and enclosure capabilities at the largest annual medtech event.
Singapore has introduced new measures to regulate SCCP, PCN and trichlorfon. These will expand the list of controlled hazardous substances under the EPMA and will become effective on June 30, 2018.
Brazil has circulated proposals to reduce the levels of lead permitted in paints and similar surface coating materials. If accepted, the new requirements will strengthen the lead content limit by approximately seven-fold.
Not only leafy vegetables but also large vegetables and fruits can be easily cultivated at home with this hydroponic oxygen system. Anyone can harvest 3-4 times more than soil cultivation, and the growth speed is 1.5 to 2 times faster.
The CEN has published a new standard for finger paints. It is anticipated the new standard will be harmonized for compliance with the Toy Safety Directive by March 2018.
Health Canada has published proposals to update its mandatory requirements and tests for magnetic toys. Comments must be forwarded to Health Canada by January 17, 2018.
COMACOE is pleased to announce and welcome Dr. S. Kathiroli former Director and Head of NIOT as a Director on COMACOE Board. Dr. Kathiroli will provide strategic assistance to the higher posts and will be involved in design and execution of strategic projects as well as the mentorship of Design and Operation teams.
Cottage Corporation will expand its services, accelerate growth and continue to be a healthy and prosperous business under new owners Jeff Kildow and Investment Group Franklin Douglass & Partners.
In recent months, several Prop 65 settlement agreements have been reached involving the use of lead in certain consumer products. The settlements require reformulation or, in some instances, the application of a Prop 65 warning.
Several Prop 65 settlement agreements involving phthalates have been reached covering a wide variety of products. The agreements require reformulation or the use of a Prop 65 warning as an alternative.
Taiwan introduces regulations to ban the use of fifteen substances, including safrole, in the manufacture of cosmetic products. The new rules come into effect on July 1, 2018.
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