Press Releases
Dec 31, 2018, 9:14 AM
Turkey has introduced new legislation to regulate the use of POP chemicals. The new law roughly mirrors EU rules but with some important differences. Read more...
Dec 20, 2018, 9:43 AM
Hong Kong is currently consulting on proposed changes to its safety standards for toys and juvenile products. Read more...
Dec 18, 2018, 2:14 PM
China’s new revised standard for trousers and skirts – GB/T 2666-2017 – came into effect on July 1, 2018.Read more...
Dec 13, 2018, 9:12 PM
The December issue of ‘Toy Updates’ from SGS is out now – aimed at toy manufacturers, retailers and importers, this bi-monthly e-newsletter aims to ensure the industry is best placed to comply with the latest regulations and quality standards.Read more...
Dec 13, 2018, 11:09 AM
South African National Assembly passes LLA Bill thereby amending the Basic Conditions of Employment Act 75 of 1997 (“BCEA”) and the Unemployment Insurance Act 63 of 2001 (“UIA”).Read more...
Dec 12, 2018, 9:56 AM
The CEN has published an updated version of its standard for seat stability testing – EN 1022. Member States have until May 2019 to publish the new standard and remove conflicting standards.Read more...
Dec 12, 2018, 9:44 AM
The second edition of UL 2743 has been adopted in the US and Canada as the new safety standard for portable power packs. Read more...
Dec 10, 2018, 9:42 AM
ISO amends standard ISO 8124.3:2010 to create a completely new set of migration limit values for finger paints.Read more...
Dec 8, 2018, 3:32 PM
From February 23, 2019, textiles products offered onto the market in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will need to comply with new Technical Regulations. Read more...
Dec 5, 2018, 1:43 PM
SGS in Hong Kong has secured its capability to certify composite wood products for the US market beyond March 2019, following TPC accreditation by the Hong Kong Accreditation Service - a body recognized by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).Read more...