October 2025

SGS issues world’s first IEC 61851-23:2023 CB certificate for DC EV charger

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Geneva (October 17, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has issued the world’s first CB certificate for a DC electric vehicle (EV) charging station compliant with the newly revised IEC 61851-23:2023 standard. The updated standard sets a new benchmark for safety, efficiency and interoperability testing in the global EV sector. […]

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SGS Examines the Growing Market for Elderly Apparel

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Geneva (October 16, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published a Consumer Compact article analyzing the expansion of the global elderly apparel market. With the number of people aged 60 and over projected to reach 1.4 billion by 2030, demand for senior-focused garments is rising sharply. Valued at USD

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SGS Simplifies Global Compliance for Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers

Connectivity /

Geneva (October 16, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published a Consumer Compact article examining the demands placed upon electrical and electronic (E&E) device manufacturers operating in multiple markets. E&E markets are continually evolving worldwide, making compliance a persistent concern for manufacturers. Alongside safety and performance, cybersecurity and sustainability

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China Issues New Standard for Sports Brassieres: FZ/T 74002-2025

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Geneva (October 16, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 149/25 to provide stakeholders with an overview of China’s new product standard for sports brassieres – FZ/T 74002-2025. Published as part of Announcement No. 7 on approved industry standards for 2025, the updated standard replaces the 2014 version.

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Bluesign Explores Polyester Recycling in Textiles

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Geneva (October 15, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published a bluesign Consumer Compact article examining the key trends, market drivers, regulatory challenges and innovative solutions impacting the use of polyester and recycling in the textile industry. By 2030, it is estimated that 67% of global fiber production will

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SGS highlights CEN update to domestic toy trampoline standard

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Geneva (October 15, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published an overview of the European Committee for Standardization’s (CEN) revised standard for toy trampolines for domestic use – EN 71-14:2025. The publication of EN 71-14:2025 results from a so-called Standardization Request – an agreement between the European Commission and

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Washington State Issues Rule Restricting Formaldehyde Releasers in Cosmetics

Cosmetics & Personal Care /

Geneva (October 14, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, informs stakeholders of Washington State’s adoption of Chapter 173-399 WAC: Cosmetic Products Restriction, which limits the manufacture, sale and distribution of cosmetic products containing intentionally added formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing chemicals. The rule identifies 25 restricted formaldehyde-releasing substances and applies to products

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Explore SQM certification and compliance pathways for extension cords in Saudi Arabia

Connectivity, Trade Facilitation Services /

Geneva (October 14, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to host a complimentary webinar, ‘Ensuring Market Access for Extension Cords in Saudi Arabia,’ on October 28, 2025. Extension cords and socket-outlet plugs are regulated by the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) under the Gulf Technical Regulation

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SGS approved as an Amazon TIC Direct Validation body for toy sellers

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Geneva (October 10, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to announce its approval as an Amazon Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) Direct Validation body. This recognition enables SGS to support toy sellers in complying with Amazon’s new requirements under the Direct Validation Program. Amazon recently introduced a new

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