Geneva (October 11, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has announced a free, expert-led webinar, ‘Hardlines Regulatory Recap 2025’, taking place on November 27, 2025.
The pace of chemical regulatory change in the hardlines sector has accelerated. New and updated requirements under the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) and the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS), as well as legislation impacting packaging and the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), mean manufacturers and traders face increasing complexity and compliance demands.
SGS’s complimentary webinar will provide participants with a concise overview of the latest regulatory developments. The session will help stakeholders understand the implications of these changes and prepare for implementation with clarity and confidence.
– General overview:
+ EU: REACH/SVHC/POP updates
+ US: TSCA developments
– Toys and juvenile products
– Packaging – EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)
– PFAS restrictions:
+ EU and Member States
+ US and state laws
– Food contact materials – EU and US developments
– EU RoHS – recent amendments
– Q&A
This webinar is designed for chemical quality and regulatory compliance professionals working with hardlines products in the EU and US markets. It is especially relevant for those involved in product safety, testing and market access.
The session takes place on November 27, 2025, at 10:00 am (GMT +1:00).
Stakeholders seeking insight into 2025 chemical compliance updates and practical strategies for regulatory alignment are encouraged to register now.
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).