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.
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