SGS Reports on Rhode Island’s Amendments to the Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024

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Baar (July 9, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 090.26, which focuses on the latest amendments to the Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024 (the Act) in the US state of Rhode Island. The amendments clarify and strengthen enforcement provisions and establish conditions for exemptions. The per-

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SGS Reports on New US CPSC Proposal Targeting Battery Safety in Micromobility Devices

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Baar (July 8, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 089.26, summarizing the US Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (CPSC) notice of proposed rulemaking, 16 CFR 1265, for lithium-ion batteries used in micromobility products and their electrical systems. Published on June 24, 2026, the proposed rule is intended to

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SGS hosts webinar on advanced textile functions and performance assessment for wellbeing and protection

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Baar (July 7, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is delighted to host a complimentary webinar titled ‘Advanced textile functions and performance assessment for wellbeing and protection’ on July 23, 2026. Athleisure clothing, such as leggings, yoga pants and joggers, has become increasingly popular, as consumers seek garments that can

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SGS Highlights UK Updates to SVHC Candidate List for Great Britain

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Baar (July 7, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 087.26, summarizing the UK Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) addition of 15 entries to the Candidate List of substances of very high concern (SVHCs) for authorization on June 15, 2026. Suppliers of substances on the UK REACH Candidate

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SGS Highlights Proposed Revision to Peru Toys and Office Supplies Legislation

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Baar (July 3, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 086.26, highlighting Peru’s World Trade Organization (WTO) notification of a draft regulation proposing amendments to the country’s law governing toys and office supplies. The announcement came in May 2026, with details of amendments to Law No. 28376 covering

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SGS awards Yaoshi the world’s first IEC 81001-5-1 CB certification for medical device cybersecurity

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Baar (July 1, 2026) – SGS awards Yaoshi the world’s first IECEE CB certification in accordance with IEC 81001-5-1:2021 for its ultra-widefield scanning laser ophthalmoscope (SLO) following a comprehensive assessment and conformity verification process. A provider of advanced ophthalmic imaging technology, Yaoshi reached this global milestone for its Yetsea 300 series. In addition to this

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SGS Addresses Key Technical BESS Updates in UL 9540A:2026 for the US and Canada

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Baar (June 30, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 068.26, reporting on regulatory developments in battery energy safety storage system (BESS) safety standards, as set out in ANSI/CAN/UL 9540A:2026. Independent, performance-driven fire validation is at the center of compliant deployment. The shift from guidance-based frameworks to mandatory,

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SGS brings together scientific leaders to advance cosmetic innovation at Future Skin 2026

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Baar (June 29, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is set to host Future Skin 2026, an immersive three-day seminar designed to connect and equip professionals shaping cosmetic innovation. Delivered by SGS proderm, an SGS company, the event will bring together experts from across Europe and beyond for a focused

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SGS Details Updated Mandatory National Standard for Jewelry in China

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Baar (June 26, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 085.26, highlighting China’s update of safety requirements for jewelry. GB 28480-2026 ‘Jewelry safety technical requirements’ was published by China’s State Administration for Market Regulation and the Standardization Administration of China in March 2026. Outlining safety requirements for adult

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SGS Highlights Updated Rules for Food Contact Ceramics in Luxembourg

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Baar (June 26, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 084.26, summarizing Luxembourg’s publication of revised rules on migration limits for lead and cadmium in food contact ceramics. The Grand-Ducal Regulation of May 19, 2026, amends Grand-Ducal Regulation of February 1985 concerning ceramic articles intended to come into

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