Volunteer testing is an important step in making sure haircare products are safe, compliant and perform as advertised. SGS experts look at the process involved in volunteer testing.
An aging global population means many new products are available to help older people live independent lives. SGS looks at the complexity associated with whether a product is classed as a medical device or personal care item.
The Republic of China has published Interim Provisions on the Administration of Fire Protection Design Review and Acceptance of Construction Projects. These will be implemented on June 1, 2020.
New York State amends recently signed ‘Toxic Chemicals in Children’s Products’ law, reorganizing the DEC’s regulatory framework for designating CoCs and HPCs.
Sustainability is an increasingly important term in the world of fashion. SGS looks at what it contributes and how manufacturers can capitalize on this trend.
An aging global population means many new products are available to help older people live independent lives. SGS looks at the complexity associated with whether a product is classed as a medical device or personal care item.
AFNOR has released a new standard for non-medical woven barrier masks – AFNOR SPEC S76-001. The standard comes at a time when, in response to COVID-19, many governments are recommending the wearing of masks in public.
SGS Stephens uses its expertise in testing the claims made surrounding skincare products to help cosmetic and personal care product manufacturers access US markets.
ASTM International has published new versions of its standards for adult and children’s jewelry, with the children’s standard having important technical changes.
Hong Kong announces revisions to its list of standards that demonstrate compliance to the requirements of the Toys and Children’s Products Safety Ordinance.
Malaysian authorities are seeking comments on its proposal to amend Regulation 28 of the Food Regulations 1985 to include ceramic cookware in ceramicware metal content restrictions.
In March 2020, ISO releases 8124-3:2020 for the migration of certain elements from toys containing new procedures for dewaxing and a new section for the analysis of elements.
France has published an updated list of standards that give presumption of conformity to Decree 91-1292, which covers the prevention of risks when using childcare articles.
Several Prop 65 settlement agreements and judgments involving reformulation and DINP have been reached in California. Many will allow a Prop 65 Warning as an alternative.
SGS is inviting furniture manufacturers and other stakeholders to sign up to a complimentary webinar to help businesses gain competitive advantage through the ‘BIFMA Compliant’ program.
The US FDA has released temporary policies to expediate the manufacture and distribution of alcohol-based hand sanitizers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
SGS’s San Diego, California lab has become the first in North America to offer the Sigfox RF & protocol along with Sigfox Radiated performance testing.
The EU has published a draft regulation to amend its current food contact plastics regulation, (EU) 10/2011. When/if it is approved, it will come into effect twenty days after it is published in the OJEU.
Several settlements and judgments involving cadmium or lead under California Prop 65 were reached in 2019. For some lead settlements, a Prop 65 Warning can be an alternative.
SGS is offering a free webinar on March 24, 2020, to help manufacturers and suppliers understand CENELEC’s new electric toy standard EN IEC 62115:2020 and A11:2020.
The European Union has introduced new rules governing drones. From June 2020, toy drones must comply with both these rules and the European Toy Safety Directive.
In its aim to help toy manufacturers, importers and retailers ensure their Electrical and Electronic (EE) toys are safe and compliant for European markets, SGS – the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, is to host a complimentary webinar.
France has published an application notice relating to Decree No 95-949 and the updated versions of mezzanine bed standards NF D 62 100-1 :2019 and NF D 62 100-2:2019.
US HUD issues final rule to align formaldehyde emission requirements for composite wood products used in the construction of houses with EPA requirements under the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act.
EU prohibits the use of halogenated flame retardants in plastic enclosures and stands for electronic displays. The new rules are part of several new material efficiency requirements for electronic displays.
Turkey issues a communique detailing the import product safety and inspection requirements for various consumer products. The requirements came into effect at the beginning of 2020.
Turkey has announced its requirements for toy products under TAREKS - its import product safety and inspection system. They became effective on January 1, 2020.
Taiwan makes several changes to its List of Preservatives in Cosmetic Products under the Cosmetic Hygiene and Safety Act. They come into force on July 1, 2020.
Commercial drone use is no longer restricted to photography. Drone technology has advanced quickly but regulations have not. That is starting to change. SGS helps manufacturers be sure they are complying with the right rules for their target markets.
The toy manufacturing sector is undergoing a period of change. How can manufacturers and brands ensure their products comply with regulations and meet consumer demands?
The Andean Community has approved new minimum requirements for clothing labels. This Technical Regulation will cover Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru.
Consumers increasing demand cosmetic products that can demonstrate they won’t irritate sensitive skin. SGS has developed the ‘Dermatologically Tested: Skin Tolerance’ approval mark to help companies differentiate their products in the marketplace.
Turkey further aligns its food contact materials rules with EU regulations following the publishing of two notifications covering food contact plastics in December 2019.
SGS explains the requirements for food contact materials brought in by Resolution 1893 of July 16, 2019. It covers migration limits for lead and cadmium.
A new national product standard for silk quilts - GB/T 24252-2019 - will come into effect on May 1, 2020. Stakeholders should now check their products are compliant.
South Korea introduces a new technical standard for plastic products that are in frequent contact with the skin. It will come into effect on October 22, 2020.
From January 5, 2021, suppliers of products containing substances on the Candidate List at a concentration above 0.1% w/w on the EU market need to enter set information onto the SCIP database.
Composite materials containing bamboo and melamine-formaldehyde resin are facing scrutiny in the EU. Recent risk assessments by the German Federal Institute of Risk Assessment (BfR) and European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) confirm specific migration issues and use of questionable additives.
Following an initial consultation that ended in September 2019, Trinidad and Tobago has begun consulting over a revised draft of its mandatory toy safety standard.
In September 2019, Republic of Kosovo published a list of national and European standards deemed to show presumption of conformity with its toy safety legislation.
On December 11, 2019, Vermont, USA, completed a consultation on its proposal to expand the formaldehyde definition under its disclosure program for children’s products.
On September 30, 2019, French authorities published general Decree 2019-1007 to harmonize the regulatory requirements applicable to certain non-food products.
UV protective clothing is a growing global market, but manufacturers need to understand the regulations that govern it. SGS explains what standards need to be followed to access certain markets.
With e-scooters becoming an ever more common sight on our city streets, SGS considers what standards the manufacturer should follow to create safe and compliant products.
If the US CPSC’s supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking is accepted for infant sleep products, it will adopt ASTM F3118-17a but with modifications that make it more stringent.
The US state of Maine has issued a revised version of its proposal to designate PFOS as a priority chemical. If accepted, manufacturers or distributors of certain children’s products will need to comply with reporting requirements.
The US CPSC has issued a proposal to exempt several unfinished manufactured fibers in toys and childcare articles from undergoing third party testing. There is now a 75-day consultation period.
South Korea has just completed a consultation over a proposal to amend its Common Safety Standard for children’s products. If accepted, the new provisions could be enforced from June 2020.
Safety standard EN 71-3:2019 has been listed as showing presumption of conformity with the EU Toy Safety Directive. It is included in a list of toy safety standards that become effective on October 16, 2019.
Peru’s Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) has recognized SGS to certify electrical and electronic consumer products against new energy labeling requirements.
The European Commission is holding a stakeholder consultation on four potential substance group inclusions under RoHS 2. The consultation ends on November 7, 2019.
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