Topic Archives: Hardlines

CEN publishes latest version of EN 1104:2018 for the determining the transfer of antimicrobial constituents from food contact paper and board. Existing, conflicting standards will be withdrawn by May 2019. Read more...

Since the beginning of 2019, several US states have introduced legislation to prohibit the use of PFAS chemicals in firefighting foams, firefighting personal protective equipment and/or food packaging. Read more...

EU ADCO toy expert group issues note clarifying need for soft filled toys covered partially or fully with sequins to be age graded.Read more...

ASTM International publishes standard – ASTM F3343-19 – to address safety issues associated with infant bathers. Read more...

BIFMA has released an updated version of ANSI/BIFMA X5.9 for Storage Units. The new version contains several change stakeholders should understand.Read more...

Health Canada seeks feedback on its proposal to change the Tents Regulations (SOR/2016-185), which would also amend the Toys Regulations.Read more...

Effective January 22, 2019, California has repealed TB 133 covering flammability tests for seating used in a public space. Read more...

India issues new legislation covering food contact materials and articles; which becomes effective on July 1, 2019.Read more...

SGS details the recent changes made to ISO 9994, its standard for cigarette, cigar and pipe lighters.Read more...

The US state of Vermont has issued proposals to amend and expand its reporting rules for chemicals of high concern in children’s products.Read more...