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SGS launches environmental DNA service to support biodiversity assessment in the UK

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London, March 2, 2026 – SGS has launched an innovative environmental DNA (eDNA) service in the UK that will transform how biodiversity is measured and understood across Britain. The science-led service provides ecologists, environmentalists, conservation groups and organisations across multiple industries with powerful assessment tools to measure the ecological impact of their projects and operations. SGS eDNA uses

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SGS Expands Renault‑Aligned Rubber Testing Services to China

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Baar (March 2, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has expanded its Renault‑aligned rubber material testing services to China through its laboratory in Guangzhou, extending capabilities established at its long-standing Renault-recognized laboratory in France. Building on more than 30 years of collaboration with Renault, SGS has transferred mature European methodologies,

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Lenovo Multidimensional Excellence Recognized with SGS Performance Marks

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Baar (February 27, 2026) – SGS has recognized Lenovo with multiple performance marks across AI, connectivity, audio and wearable devices. The awards were issued following independent evaluations and presented at CES 2026, highlighting the practical, real-world application of SGS’s DIGITAL TRUST framework in validating device performance. The performance marks awarded to Lenovo include the AI

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Spain Proposes Mandatory Accessible Labeling for Cosmetic Products

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Baar (February 27, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 185.25 to inform stakeholders of Spain’s draft Royal Decree introducing accessible labeling requirements for cosmetics placed on the Spanish market. Promoted by the Ministry of Social Rights, Consumer Affairs and Agenda 2030, the proposal would require cosmetic labels

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Ceramic Cookware Regulated for Metals Migration in Malaysia

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Baar (February 26, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 031.26, reporting on Malaysia’s Food (Amendment) Regulations 2026, issued in January 2026, which include restrictions on the migration of lead and cadmium in ceramic cookware. This Amendment revises its Food Regulations 1985 (‘Principal Regulations’) under the nation’s Food

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US EPA Consultation Over Updated Standards for Composite Wood Products

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Baar (February 26, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 030.26, focusing on the United States’ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposals to update several sections of the 40 CFR Part 770 ‘Formaldehyde Standards for Wood Products’ under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The proposals, published in the

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Proposed Ban on Bisphenols in Paper Receipts for US State of California

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Baar (February 26, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 029.26, reporting on the US state of California’s proposed ban on bisphenol A (BPA) in paper proofs of purchase, as part of the state’s move to eventually prohibit all bisphenols. Assembly Bill (AB) 1604 was introduced in California

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Proposals for CMR Substances in Childcare Articles Regulation in Slovenia

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Baar (February 26, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 026.26, focusing on Slovenia’s plans to restrict carcinogenic, mutagenic or reprotoxic reproduction (CMR) category 1A and 1B substances in childcare articles. Announced by the European Commission on February 5, 2026, the draft law outlines the intention to restrict

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AFIRM RSL 2026 Version 11 Released

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Baar (February 26, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 025.26, reporting on Version 11 of the Restricted Substance List (RSL) from the Apparel and Footwear International Management Group (AFIRM). This annual update provides information about its alignment with global regulatory changes and reflects the latest chemical safety

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Food Contact Plastics Legislation Revised in Georgia

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Baar (February 25, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 024.26, summarizing Georgia’s update to its resolution on plastic food contact materials and articles. Resolution No 304/2022 approved the nation’s technical regulation on plastic materials and articles intended to come into contact with food (the Technical Regulation (TR)).

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