Press Releases
Jan 24, 2019, 9:35 AM
In September 2018, the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology implemented its first product standard for silk bedding. Read more...
Jan 23, 2019, 10:03 AM
Canada has published guidelines to help stakeholders comply with the ‘Prohibition of Asbestos and Products Containing Asbestos Regulations’, which came into effect in December 2018. Read more...
Jan 23, 2019, 9:48 AM
Stakeholders are reminded China has updated its product standard for trench coats. The new standard came into effect in September 2018. Read more...
Jan 22, 2019, 2:00 PM
EN 62368-1 becomes mandatory in the EU in December 2020 (UL 62368-1 in North America). SGS explains the general principles and safeguards used in this safety standard for audio, visual, information and communication electronic equipment.Read more...
Jan 22, 2019, 1:47 PM
A report by BSR has identified the importance of social audits in promoting gender equality in global supply chains. SGS helps businesses understand the problems and viable solutions. Read more...
Jan 21, 2019, 9:40 AM
The damaging effects of chemical use in the clothing and footwear manufacturing industry is becoming apparent. SGS details the hazards and offers solutions to this global problem.Read more...
Jan 17, 2019, 8:30 PM
The adoption of electrical medical equipment standard IEC 60601-1, 3.1 edition as Chinese standard GB 9706.1:20xx has been difficult. Find out how it affects businesses. Read more...
Jan 17, 2019, 8:21 PM
In December 2018, the WTO circulated a proposal by the EU to amend its Toy Safety Directive and strengthen migration limits for aluminum in toys. Read more...
Jan 17, 2019, 8:15 PM
Fifteen Chinese provinces or cities altered their minimum wage levels in 2018, according to official figures. Read more...
Jan 17, 2019, 11:13 AM
South Korea updated its safety standards for household goods under the Electric Appliances and Household Goods Safety Management Act in July 2018.Read more...