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SGS Expert Looks at the Need for Efficient Air Filtration

SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published an article that looks at the need for efficient air filtration in urban environments and details their solutions for manufacturers. Urban pollution and COVID-19 have focused attention on the need for efficient air filtration. SGS’s Consumer Compact article looks at the trends surrounding greater […]

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‘Made in USA’ Claim and Penalties for Violation Defined

The US Federal trade Commission (FTC) published a final rule on July 14, 2021, establishing a rule regarding ‘Made in USA’ claims and the penalties that can be applied to those that violate the rule. Final rule 16CRF 323 was issued following a consultation in 2020 in which the FTC received 700+ comments. Commenting, Commissioner

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SGS joins forces with Eurotunnel to launch ‘UK Landbridge Package’

SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has joined forces with Eurotunnel to create a unique ‘UK Landbridge Package’ for companies seeking to use the Channel Tunnel to export and import between Ireland and continental Europe. The new ‘UK Landbridge Package’ is available through SGS TransitNet, the company’s transit monitoring service. The package

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SGS Expert Looks at the Issue of Durability in the Textile Industry

SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published an article looking at the issues surrounding resource use and the need for greater sustainability and more durable clothing. It is predicted that by 2050 we will be consuming resources as if we had three planets. This is unsustainable and governments are starting to

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New Standard Mandated for Feeding Bottle Nipples in Thailand

Thailand’s Ministry of Industry has mandated the use of TIS 969-2562 (2019) as the new standard for the rubber nipples used on feeding bottles. According to the standard, rubber nipples for feeding bottles must conform to provisions relating to: Migration of eight elements: Antimony (Sb): no more than 15 mg/kg Arsenic (As): no more than

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Webinar: Introduction to 4C Model of Chemical Management Performance Benchmarking and Improvement

SGS presents a complimentary webinar on September 28, 2021, which offers an Introduction to the 4C Model of Chemical Management Performance Benchmarking and Improvement. This event is an introduction to the challenges of understanding chemicals in the textile industries and improving management of supply chains, and how to meet them. A lack of technical knowledge

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Minnesota Bans PFAS in Food Packaging

The US state of Minnesota has banned intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from food packaging. Minnesota becomes the latest US jurisdiction to regulate PFAS in food contact materials and articles, joining Connecticut, Maine, New York, San Francisco, Vermont and Washington. SF 20 was signed into law by the governor in June 2021, amending

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Composite Wood Products Regulated for Formaldehyde Emissions in Canada

Canada implements formaldehyde emission regulation for composite wood panels, laminated products, and finished goods containing these products. The ‘Formaldehyde Emissions from Composite Wood Products Regulations’ were published on July 7, 2021. The provisions in this law mirror many of the elements of the US Toxic Substances Control Act Title VI ‘Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood

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New Pacifier Standard Mandated in Thailand

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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AAFA Publishes New Edition of Restricted Substance List

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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