SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 153.24 to give stakeholders an overview of the direct final rule issued by the US Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) updating 16 CFR 1215, safety standard for infant seats. Issued on October 9, 2024, the direct final rule incorporates the latest version of […]
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SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 152.24 on California’s prohibition of Di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in intravenous solution containers (IV bags) and IV tubing. AB 2300 was signed into law on September 25, 2024, making California the first US jurisdiction to restrict ortho-phthalates in medical devices. DEHP is an ortho-phthalate that
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SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 150.24 to keep stakeholders informed about new measures in California to regulate bisphenols in two categories of product:– Juvenile feeding products – consumer products designed or intended to be filled with liquid, food or beverage intended primarily for consumption from that bottle or
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SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published a Consumer Compact article detailing the new EN 17860 standard series for e-cargo bikes. The market for e-cargo bikes is expected to increase across the globe. Their versatility and eco-friendly advantages make them an attractive solution for lighter-load journeys over shorter distances, avoiding the
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SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 144.24 summarizing legislation announced by the South African government to regulate lead in paint and coating materials. A phased implementation begins on May 17, 2025. Published in the Government Gazette, Regulations Relating to Lead in Paint or Coating Materials, 2024, revises the Hazardous
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SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has provided details of a new consumer safety specification for nursing pillows published by ASTM. Developed by the ASTM Highchairs and Hook-On-Chair Subcommittee, ASTM F3669-24 was approved on September 1, 2024, and published on September 24, 2024. It addresses hazards identified by the US Consumer Product
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SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 135.24 to provide stakeholders with an overview of New Yorks State’s new legislation encouraging the safe use of e-bikes and lithium-ion batteries. Governor Kathy Hochul signed the package of laws on July 11, 2024. The legislation aims to make e-bike and micromobility devices
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SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 141.24, highlighting the US Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (CPSC) notice of proposed rulemaking (NPR) to revise the existing consumer product safety rule for toys to include performance and labeling requirements for water bead toys and toys containing water beads. The proposed rule, 16
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SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to offer a free expert-led webinar on plans by the European Union (EU) to ban bisphenol A (BPA) and other bisphenols in food contact materials. The European Commission originally announced plans to ban BPA and other bisphenols in food contact materials in May 2023.
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SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 138.24 summarizing an announcement by the World Trade Organization (WTO) detailing China’s proposals to adopt and/or replace several mandatory consumer goods standards, including those for children’s products. The standards cover a wide range of consumer goods, including:– Construction/architectural/industrial coatings– Indoor decorating and refurbishment
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