July 2021

New Pacifier Standard Mandated in Thailand

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Thailand’s Ministry of Industry has mandated the use of TIS 1025-2562 (2019) as the standard for pacifiers. Largely based on EN 1400:2013+A1:2014, this industry standard contains requirements relating to: Materials Construction Performance Packaging Product information [if !supportLists] The standard requires specific pacifier materials/components to conform to certain chemicals/tests concerning: Migration of 17 elements Release of […]

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Connecticut Bans PFAS in Food Packaging

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The US state of Connecticut has prohibited perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in food contact materials and articles. Substitute for Raised Senate Bill No. 837 (Act No. 21-191) became law on June 28, 2021, repealing Section 22a-255i ‘Section 22a-255i ‘Sale of packaging components or packaging composed of lead, cadmium, mercury or hexavalent chromium’. The new

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Maine Prohibits the Sale of Carpets, Rugs and Fabrics with Intentionally Added PFAS

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The US state of Maine bans the sale of carpets, rugs and fabrics with intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Bill LD 1503 became public law – “An Act to Stop Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances Pollution” – on July 15, 2021. Provisions include: January 1, 2023 – manufacturers of products containing an intentionally added

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AAFA Publishes New Edition of Restricted Substance List

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In May 2021, the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) published the 22nd edition of its Restricted Substances List (RSL). The RSL covers regulations and laws operating in major global markets that restrict or ban specific substances in apparel, footwear and home textiles. The latest version covers 12 categories of product and over 250 chemicals.

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SGS Publishes Overview of Additions to Candidate List Under REACH

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SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published a summary of the changes made to the Candidate List by the European Chemical Agency (ECHA). On July 8, 2021, the ECHA added the following eight substances of very high concern (SVHC). Some represent a group of chemicals, bringing the total number of substances

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SGS Summarizes Some California Prop 65 Settlement Agreements for Consumer Goods

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SGS publishes a summary of some recent settlement agreements concerning consumer products in relation to California Proposition 65. While only parties named in the agreement are legally bound by its contents, other stakeholders are advised to remain informed in order to avoid potential future legal issues. Prop 65, or the ‘Safe Drinking Water and Toxic

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ANSI Approves New Standard for Large Occupant Public and Lounge Seating

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The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) approved BIFMA’s new safety and performance standard for large occupant public and lounge seating – ANSI/BIFMA X5.41-2021 – on June 2, 2021. Public and lounge seating is used in indoor public places – e.g., waiting rooms, reception areas and transit lounges. The definition includes single seat units and multiple

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SGS Launches New In-Situ EMC and EMI Services for EE Manufacturers

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SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to announce the launch of new mobile units for delivering In-Situ Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) testing services to sites across the United States. Through investment in state-of-the-art mobile testing equipment, they have been able to extend their specialist EE capabilities to

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Health Canada Aims to Eliminate the Use of Flame Retardants in Certain Consumer Products

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Stakeholders are reminded Health Canada has published a notice concerning compliance with flammability performance requirements for specified goods under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA). The intention of the notice is to the encourage manufacturers, importers, advertisers and sellers of these products to achieve compliance without using flame retardant chemicals, or by using safe

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SGS Opens Dedicated European Face Mask Testing Laboratory

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SGS, the world’s leading testing and certification company, has announced the opening of a dedicated and fully accredited testing laboratory for face masks in Helsinki. Consumer demand for face masks has increased in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The protection they afford both wearers and those near them, means many countries have mandated the

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