Press Releases
Feb 8, 2019, 11:24 AM
Lead acetate has been banned by the US FDA as an additive in hair coloring cosmetic products.Read more...
Feb 7, 2019, 9:34 AM
South American trading bloc – MERCOSUR – has approved and issued a new technical regulation on the labeling of textile products. Member states have until June 15, 2019, to incorporate it into their legal systems. Read more...
Feb 7, 2019, 9:19 AM
On January 31, 2019, the EU’s recently updated ‘Food Contact Plastics’ Regulation will come into effect. Stakeholders are advised to check the latest revisions to ensure compliance. Read more...
Feb 1, 2019, 9:29 AM
The ECHA has increased the number of substances on its Candidate List to 197, with the inclusion of six new SVHCs.Read more...
Jan 30, 2019, 3:09 PM
SGS has been recognized as an Authorized Test laboratory (ALT) by the SunSpec Alliance.Read more...
Jan 29, 2019, 11:45 AM
The problems associated with single-use plastic are now being recognized, meaning manufacturers need to find alternative materials as consumers and governments begin to demand reductions in its use. Read more...
Jan 28, 2019, 11:45 AM
With exceptional growth being seen in the global market for halal cosmetics, SGS helps manufacturers understand what constitutes ‘halal’ and the requirements for halal certification.Read more...
Jan 25, 2019, 12:04 PM
SGS has been approved by the ZDHC Foundation as an indicator of Level 1 ZDHC MRSL Conformance in connection with the ZDHC Gateway – Chemical Module. Read more...
Jan 25, 2019, 11:51 AM
SGS explains the importance of ensuring gas appliances conform to the right standards for their target market.Read more...
Jan 24, 2019, 9:55 AM
The new version of office seating standard - EN 1335-2 - has been issued and must be published in European Member States by May 2019. Read more...