Press Releases
Nov 28, 2019, 12:44 PM
SGS opens state-of-the-art, apparel and textile testing laboratory in Hawassa, Ethiopia – one of East Africa’s most important textile and garment manufacturing sites.Read more...
Nov 28, 2019, 12:33 PM
Vermont’s DOH issues proposal to expand the definition of formaldehyde in its disclosure program for children’s products containing CHCC. Read more...
Nov 28, 2019, 12:25 PM
California has become the first US state to ban the sale, manufacture and distribution of products made from new fur. Read more...
Nov 26, 2019, 9:35 AM
France’s Decree 2000-164 for filled bedding items, such as quilts, cushions and pillows, has been modified by the publishing of Decree 2019-1007. Read more...
Nov 20, 2019, 9:52 AM
With the EEE industry looking to move towards ‘low halogen’ materials, SGS expert Tomislav Krolo looks at what this means and how manufacturers can meet this requirement. Read more...
Nov 20, 2019, 9:34 AM
The WTO has circulated a proposal by the EU to revise its CLP Regulation. Read more...
Nov 20, 2019, 9:25 AM
China introduced updated version of standard for lightweight UV-protective outdoor clothing. Read more...
Nov 15, 2019, 11:03 AM
UV protective clothing is a growing global market, but manufacturers need to understand the regulations that govern it. SGS explains what standards need to be followed to access certain markets.Read more...
Nov 14, 2019, 1:54 PM
With e-scooters becoming an ever more common sight on our city streets, SGS considers what standards the manufacturer should follow to create safe and compliant products. Read more...
Nov 13, 2019, 9:27 AM
If the US CPSC’s supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking is accepted for infant sleep products, it will adopt ASTM F3118-17a but with modifications that make it more stringent.Read more...