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Mandatory CPSC Standard Final Rule Update for US Toddler Beds

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Baar (June 10, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 074.26, highlighting the US Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (CPSC) publication of a direct final rule updating the federal safety standard for toddler beds. Published on May 14, 2026, 16 CFR part 1217 replaces the current incorporated standard for

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US Full-Size Baby Cribs Standard Final Rule Issued

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Baar (June 10, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 072.26, reporting on the US Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (CPSC) direct final rule for 16 CFR 1219, revising the federal safety standard for full-size baby cribs. Changes made to the standard include the addition of new definitions, enhanced

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Three POP Chemicals Prohibited in South Korea

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Baar (June 9, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 077.26, focusing on the prohibition of three persistent organic pollutant (POP) chemicals in South Korea. Notification No 2026-107 was issued by the country’s Minister of Climate, Energy and Environment (MCEE) in April 2026. It partially amended the Regulations

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SGS hosts expert webinar on digital sensory analysis using e-nose and e-tongue

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Baar (June 9, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to host a webinar titled ‘Digital sensory analysis using e-nose and e-tongue for aroma and taste evaluation’ on June 25, 2026. Aroma, flavor and taste are now critical drivers of success alongside safety and compliance across many industries. While

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Updated Rules for Food Contact Ceramics in the Netherlands

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Baar (June 5, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 076.26, focusing on the Netherlands’ new regulation updating migration limits for lead and cadmium in food contact ceramics. Issued on May 4, 2026, the Regulation was adopted by the Minister of Health, Welfare and Sport of the Netherlands

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New Rules Issued for PFAS in Consumer Products in New Mexico

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Baar (June 5, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 075.26, reporting on New Mexico’s Environmental Improvement Board’s (EIB) publication of the state’s final rule (permanent rule) for its Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances Protection Act (PFAS Protection Act). Many chemicals from the PFAS family are harmful to human,

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SGS brings free PFAS testing offer to Eurobike 2026

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Baar (June 5, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, will offer Eurobike 2026 attendees a free, limited-time PFAS testing program, helping raise awareness of hazardous substances while supporting a charitable initiative. Taking place in Frankfurt, June 24 – 27, visitors can submit product samples on the opening day at SGS’s

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Consultation on Proposed Standard for Regenerated Food Contact Cellulose in China

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Baar (June 5, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 073.26, which reports on a consultation on China’s draft national standard for regenerated cellulose food contact materials (FCM) and articles. Announced by the World Trade Organization (WTO) on May 12, 2026, the proposed standard from China’s National Health

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SGS hosts webinar on advanced clinical methods for skin aging and discoloration analysis

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Baar (June 5, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to host a webinar titled ‘Advanced clinical methods for visualizing and quantifying skin aging and discoloration’ on June 24, 2026. Consumers looking for innovative products that address changes in the skin caused by aging seek compelling efficacy evidence backed

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SGS hosts webinar on regulatory updates for restricted substances in softlines products

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Baar (June 4, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to host a webinar, ‘Restricted substances in softlines products: regulatory update’ on June 18, 2026. As regulatory pressure intensifies and sustainability expectations grow, apparel and footwear businesses are facing significant challenges adapting to stricter legislative measures such as the

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