Press Releases from SGS (486 total)
SGS Introduces Fast Battery Testing Solution to China with BATAS
SGS has introduced its Battery Testing Automatic System (BATAS) into Chinese laboratories to help manufacturers ensure their batteries are reliable, perform well, and are safe.
The…
San Francisco Issues Guidelines for New Flame Retardant Ordinance
SGS is reminding stakeholders that from January 1, 2019, businesses operating in San Francisco must begin to comply with the ‘Flame Retardant Chemicals in Upholstered…
New Footwear Labeling Rules Proposed for Argentine Market
Argentina has circulated a draft resolution – “Labelling requirements applicable to all types of new footwear” – that will cover all types of footwear offered…
European Chemical Agency Begins Public Consultation on Six Proposed SVHCs
The European Chemical Agency (ECHA) has begun a consultation on six potential Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs). This is the second such public consultation…
SGS to host its first Brand Protection Summit in Paris
SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, is to host its first Brand Protection Summit in Paris on October 4, 2018.
In response…
Health Canada Issues Warnings About Teething Necklaces
Health Canada has written to manufacturers and suppliers of juvenile articles warning them of the risks associated with teething necklaces. Having previously warned parents and…
US CPSC Approves Final Rule for Baby Changing Products’ Safety Standard
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has approved its final rule for baby changing products.
Published on June 26, 2018, 16 CFR 1235 –…
SGS Approved as Authorized Test Lab for the new CTIA IoT Cybersecurity Certifica …
SGS has received approval from CTIA to provide laboratory testing services for its new IoT Cybersecurity Certification Program. This recognition makes it one of the…
ACCC Warns Parents About Dangers of Children’s Convertible Tricycles
The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released a press release warning parents and people looking after children to refrain from using convertible tricycles…
Ukraine Amends Annexes 3 and 4 of its RoHS-like Regulations
Ukraine has amended Annexes 3 and 4 of their Technical Regulations relating to the restriction of hazardous substances (RoHS) in electrical and electronic equipment (EEE).
The…
US City of San Francisco Bans PFAS Chemicals in Single Use Food Service Ware
The mayor of San Francisco in the US state of California has approved measures to prohibit the use of PFAS chemicals in single-use food service…
Thailand Introduces Mandatory Labeling for Liquid-Containing Mobile Phone and Ta …
Thailand has introduced legislation to mandate the use of a warning label on mobile phone and tablet cases that contain liquid chemicals. The new rules…
SGS Helps Seat Importers Understand Spanish Authorities and Regulations
SOIVRE (Servicio Oficial de Inspección, Vigilancia y Regulación de las Exportaciones) is responsible for ensuring products are safe and compliant with Spanish and European regulations.…
Study Shows BBQ Enameled Grills Are Releasing Unsafe Levels of Heavy Metals into …
The German Federal Agency of Risk Assessment (BfR) has published the results of its investigation into the release of heavy metals into food during preparation…
SGS Reminds Brands and Retailers that Shandong Province, China, has Updated its …
The Chinese province of Shandong issued “The Responsibility Regulation of Fire Safety Implementation in Shandong Province” on February 2, 2018, updating and strengthening the previous…
Europe’s Cucumber Salmonella Outbreak Reminds Manufacturers to Stay Current wi …
Annually Europe is experiencing a rise in cases of Salmonella poisoning linked to the use of cucumbers in ready-to-eat foods. Without a clear source of…
SGS Helps Manufacturers and Retailers React to the Problem of Microfibers
The full impact of natural water supplies contaminated with plastic is becoming clear. It is common to read stories about the Great Pacific Garbage Patch…
Manufacturers Reminded of Ontario’s New Provincial Strategy for Resource Recov …
The Canadian Province of Ontario is introducing a strategy for resource recovery and waste reduction based on the Waste-Free Ontario Act of 2016. This piece…
SGS to Attend Mobile World Congress Americas 2018 in Los Angeles
SGS will be exhibiting at this year’s Mobile World Congress Americas (MWCA) in Los Angeles, September 12-14, 2018.
SGS experts can be found at Booth…
Transition Period to US FCC Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Authorization …
Responsible parties, either the manufacturer or importer of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE), should be aware that the transition period for replacing VoC and DoC…
SGS Recognized as Certification Body for Aquaculture Stewardship Council
SGS has received accreditation as a Certification Body for the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC). It can now offer independent assessment against standards for seaweed and…
The Impact of Modern Media on the Use of Chemicals in Consumer Products
The media voice is no longer restricted to newspapers, magazines and television. Modern media is the place of bloggers, activists, social media and independent outlets…
SGS Issues White Paper to Help Manufacturers with US Formaldehyde in Composite W …
SGS has published a white paper, entitled “Understanding the US Formaldehyde Requirements to Market Compliant Composite Wood Products”, to help manufacturers and importers of composite…
Canada Makes Four Amendments and Adds One Substance to Cosmetic Ingredient Hotli …
Health Canada updated its Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist in June 2018 by amending four entries and adding one new substance.
The Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist was last updated…
ECHA Adds Ten Substances to SVHC Candidate List Under REACH
The European Chemical Agency (ECHA) has announced the inclusion of ten new substances to its Candidate List of substances of very high concern (SVHCs).
Issued…
SGS Reduces Time-to-Market for Electrical and Electronic Products with STAS
SGS has developed and copyrighted a data acquisition and motion control platform – Safety Testing Automation System (STAS) – to help electrical and electronic (EE)…
EU Resolution Calls for More Effective EU-wide Food Contact Materials Regulation
The European Union (EU) has published a non-legally binding resolution on food contact materials and articles (FCM) that calls for a more effective, EU-wide regulation.…
Microbeads Banned in Cosmetic, Personal Care and Household Products in New Zeala …
New Zealand has put into effect its ban on the use of microbeads in cosmetic, personal care and household products. The Waste Minimization (Microbeads) Regulations…
SGS Promotes Rigorous Testing to Stop Li-ion Batteries Exploding
On January 31, 2018, the Li-ion batteries in a cell phone charger pack burst into flames on a Russian airplane. The fire ignited a chair,…
SGS Helps Air Purifier Companies Access China’s Newly Regulated Market
In 2016, China adopted GB/T 18801-2015 – a national standard for air purifiers. However, although compliance with this standard is mandatory, market surveillance in 2016…
China Introduces New Industry Standard for Knitted Overcoats
On April 1, 2018, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology implemented a new Industry Standard for knitted overcoats - FZ/T 73058-2017. The new standard…
SGS Offers Hazardous Substance Control (HSC) Workshops to Leather Producers
With tighter regulations to protect human health and the environment being introduced, manufacturers of leather and leather products must find ways to control the levels…
SGS Helps Manufacturers Access International Cosmetic Markets
Manufacturers of cosmetic products need to consider how their product will be defined by the target market. While it may be characterized as a cosmetic…
SGS Helps Children’s Mattress Manufacturers Comply with Latest EU Standard
The European Commission has stated, in Decision 2010/372/EU, that children’s sleep products should, “not jeopardize the safety or health of children and carers when they…
SGS Helps Manufacturers Comply with EU Regulations Concerning NIAS in Food Conta …
Non-intentionally added substances (NIAS) are currently a hot topic for manufacturers of food contact materials (FCM). NIAS, unlike intentionally added substances, are found in products…
ASTM Issues Revised Standard Guide for Care Symbols for Care Instructions on Tex …
The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) has released an amended version of its standard ASTM D5489 – Standard Guide for Care Symbols for…
Canada Expands Scope of Consumer Products Containing Lead Law
On May 2, 2018, Canada published the Consumer Products Containing Lead Regulations (CPCLR): SOR/2018-83. This is a new regulation that repeals the Consumer Products Containing…
CARB Helps the US Composite Wood Products Industry
In March 2018, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) published two articles to help the composite wood products industry understand the similarities and differences between…
SGS Keeps Electrical and Electronic Product Sector Informed with EEC Newsletter
The latest edition of SGS’s EEC Newsletter can be downloaded for free from the SGS website.
The Electrical and Electronic Newsletter about Consumer Goods (EEC)…
SGS Provides 10 Golden Rules for Food Contact Materials’ GMP Compliance in Eur …
Under framework Regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004, the European Union (EU) states Food Contact Materials (FCM) must display the internationally recognised glass/fork symbol before they can…
Brazil Begins Checks on Lead in Paints and Other Surface Coating Materials
On March 21, 2018, Brazil issued Decree Number 9.315 of March 20, 2018, directing the National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology (Inmetro) to carry…
Malaysia Issues Proposals to Label Feeding Bottles and Teats
On March 2, 2018, the World Trade Organization (WTO) circulated Malaysia’s proposal to amend Regulation 27A ‘Prohibited feeding bottles’ under Food Regulations 1985. If…
EU Issues Proposal to Expand Restrictions on Phthalates Under REACH
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has circulated a notification from the European Union (EU) stating its intention to amend its restrictions on phthalates under entry…
Understanding Underwear: Making the Right Choice When Buying and Caring for Unde …
Increased disposable income has meant undergarments are no longer ‘unmentionable’ and consumers now want underwear that displays personality and attitude. In addition, they often look…
New Medical EMC requirements coming with IEC 60601-1-2 Ed. 4 in EU, USA, Canada
Manufacturers of medical electrical devices are being urged by SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, to get set for new Electromagnetic…
SGS Reminds Manufacturers and Retailers Domestic Oven Gloves Are Now PPE in Euro …
From April 21, 2018, domestic oven gloves and mitts have been classified as Category II Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). This means they must now carry…
SGS Advises Stakeholders on Final Effective Dates for Taiwan RoHS in Electrical …
Taiwan’s Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) came into force in December 2016. It covers six restricted substances, providing each with an applicable threshold in the…
Driving change - SGS-TÜV Saar offers semiconductor companies bespoke training f …
IP and IC developing and manufacturing companies are being encouraged by SGS-TÜV Saar to take advantage of its bespoke ISO 26262 training courses which focus…
Earlier Compliance Date for US Formaldehyde Emissions in Composite Wood Product …
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has brought forward its compliance date for formaldehyde emissions regulations in composite wood products to June 1, 2018.
Previously, the…
European Commission Releases RAPEX 2017 Annual Report
The European Commission has released its 2017 annual report for the Rapid Alert System (RAPEX). The report shows 2201 alerts were sent through RAPEX in…
