May 2020

Germany’s AfPS Clarifies PAH Specifications for Category 1 Materials Under GS-Mark

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The German Product Safety Committee (Ausschuss für Produktsicherheit, AfPS) has issued a new version of AfPS GS 2019:01 PAK, its specifications for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) under the voluntary Geprüfte Sicherheit Mark (GS-Mark, ‘Tested Safety’ Mark). AfPS GS 2019:01 PAK covers the testing, evaluation and specifications on PAHs and will become mandatory for the issuing […]

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SGS Opens New Labs in France, India and USA – Expanding Global Network of ISTA labs offering 6-Amazon Certification Testing

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SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, has expanded its global network of International Safe Transit Association (ISTA) accredited packaging test laboratories – with the opening of three new labs in Cestas (Bordeaux, France); Manesar (Delhi, India) and Appleton, WI, USA. The network offers the full suite of ISTA test procedures –

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US Reforms OTC Drug Monograph Process under CARES Act

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On March 27, 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) was signed into law, providing economic relief for many families and small businesses. Within the Act were measures to reform and modernize the Over the Counter (OTC) Drug Monograph process. In place since 1972, the traditional monograph process had multiple steps,

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Washington State Introduces “Do Not Flush” Labeling Rules for Some Disposable Wipes

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Washington has become the first US state to mandate the requirement that certain disposable wipes must carry a ‘Do Not Flush’ label. Signed into law in early 2020, the legislation covers premoistened wipes constructed from nonwoven sheets and which are designed and marketed for use during: Diapering Personal hygiene Cleaning household hard surfaces Products that

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SGS Ensures Haircare Products Are Safe, Compliant and Perform as Advertised

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SGS offers a comprehensive range of services to the haircare industry to help manufacturers ensure their products are safe, regulatory compliant, and perform as advertised. Hair has always been important to us and that is demonstrated by the way the global market for haircare products is growing. In 2018, it was estimated to be worth

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SGS gains OSHA approval for expansion of Electrical and Electronics Testing and opens new NRTL in France

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SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company, has gained Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recognition for its Electrical & Electronic (E&E) product testing facilities – expanding the scope of its global Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) network. The announcement comes as SGS opens a new NRTL testing laboratory in Aix-en-Provence, France.

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SGS Guides Manufacturers Through Categorization of Medical and Personal Care Products for the Elderly

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SGS, the world’s leading provider of testing, verification and certification services, offers a comprehensive range of services to help manufacturers of products aimed at assisting the elderly ensure they are safe and comply with the relevant regulations. We live in a world with an aging population. Currently there are an estimated 143 million people over

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WTO Circulates EU’s Proposed Changes to REACH

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The European Union (EU) has published a draft regulation to revise Annex XVII of REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals). Annex XVII relates to restrictions on the manufacturing, placing onto the market, and use of certain dangerous substances, mixtures, and articles. The proposed changes include the deletion of the following entries: 22 –

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SGS Supports the Safe Transmission of Power to the Spanish Electrical Grid with NTS Accreditation

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SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, is leading the way in Europe after gaining Norma Tecnica de Supervision (NTS) accreditation in Spain for the testing and validation of simulation models for Power Generating Units. The standard, in accordance with the EU Regulation 631/2016, aims to support the safe roll out of

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South Korea Proposes Changes to Food Contact Materials Standards and Specifications

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South Korea signals its intention to revise ‘Standards and Specifications for Food Utensils, Containers and Packages’. Circulated by the World Trade Organization (WTO) in March 2020, the draft amendment, under Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) announcement number 2020-97 of February 28, 2020 and attached to WTO document number 20-1701, contains a number

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