SGS Reviews Compliance of Environmental Product Declarations with PEP Ecopassport® Program Requirements
SGS to provide verification services of EPDs against the PEP Ecopassport program globally. - May 08, 2015
SGS Informs on Food Safety Testing – The Most Effective Way to Prevent Food Contamination
It seems that every year scientists find surprising new forms of food product contamination, new organisms or chemical contaminants. Food safety testing is the most effective way to identify contaminants. - May 06, 2015
SGS Informs on Edible Insects as Novel Food and Worldwide Human Consumption
Already popular in some regions, edible insects for human consumption, are increasingly seen as a key part of the food supply chain solution. - May 04, 2015
SGS Informs on Undeclared Food Allergens as a Cause of Food Recalls
Almost every day, in one of the countries that have food allergen lists and labeling requirements, a product is recalled because an allergen was not declared on the packaging but was found in the product. - May 04, 2015
SGS Informs on Malaysia Notifying WTO to Amend Draft Regulation 27B on Food Contact Plastics
Malaysia recently notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) to amend the food contact plastics regulation. The final date for comments will be 16 May 2015. - May 02, 2015
SGS Announces Batteries and Paints Now Subject to Increased Consumption Tax in China
In order to promote energy conservation and protection the environment, China has recently announced measures to levy a consumption tax on specific batteries and paints. The enforcement date is 1 February 2015. - April 18, 2015
SGS Helps Manufacturers Implement the New EU Food Labeling Regulations
New EU food labeling rules came into force in December 2014; the culmination of a three-year transitional period. - April 17, 2015
SGS Introduces Extensive Electro Medical Device Services in Munich Laboratory
SGS introduces the company’s testing laboratory for electro medical devices in Munich, Germany. - April 16, 2015
SGS Informs on Fourth Edition of EMC Standard IEC 60601 for Medical Devices
A new fourth edition of the EMC standard IEC 60601-1-2 was published in February 2014. SGS reviews the purpose and implications of the change. - April 14, 2015
EU Amends Regulation on Maximum Residue Levels for Eprinomectin in Foodstuffs of Animal Origin
In December 2014, the European Union announced Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No.1390/2014 amending the Annex to Commission Regulation (EU) No.37/2010 with regard to maximum residue levels (MRLs) for pharmacologically active substances in foodstuffs of animal origin. - April 11, 2015
SGS Announces Taiwan Has Enacted Regulation on New and Existing Chemical Substances Registration
On 4 December 2014, the Taiwan Environmental Protection Administration (EPA) published the Regulation of New and Existing Chemical Substances Registration (Taiwan REACH). - April 10, 2015
SGS Announces Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU Update Available
The new Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU was published in the European official journal (OJ) on May 22nd 2014. - March 23, 2015
Telecommunications Industry Association Creates New Specific Standard for Land Mobile Radios
The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) has received rights to UL 913 5th edition and has created a new standard specifically for land mobile radios. - March 22, 2015
SGS Announces China MIIT RoHS Labeling Standard SJ/T 11364-2014 to be Deferred and Scope Expanded
On 30 December 2014, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) of China announced that the new labeling standard SJ/T 11364-2014 is deferred from taking effect and SJ/T 11364-2006 is still valid. - March 13, 2015
SGS Informs on Expanded List of Restricted Substances Subject to Market Surveillance in Turkey
Turkey has recently increased the number of chemicals in certain consumer products that are subject to market surveillance. - March 02, 2015
SGS Informs on China Updating National Labeling and Safety Standards for Packaged Drinking Water
China’s Department of Food Safety Standard, Risk Surveillance and Assessment, National Health and Family Planning Commission (NHFPC) published new requirements for packaged drinking water products. - February 28, 2015
New Zealand Clarifies Labeling Requirements for Export Infant Formula
New Zealand’s Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) has issued a new standard to clarify the labeling requirements for exports of infant formula, to all destinations excluding Australia. - February 27, 2015
SGS Informs on France Setting Limits of Bisphenol A in Paper and EFSA Lowers Tolerable Daily Intake of BPA
France recently clarified the acceptable limits of Bisphenol A (BPA) in paper and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) significantly lowered the safe exposure level of BPA. - February 26, 2015
SGS Announces Updated List of European Standards Under General Product Safety Directive
The list of European standards, titles and references has been updated for certain product categories under the General Product Safety Directive (GPSD). - February 21, 2015
SGS Informs on USDA 2013 Food Pesticide Program
On 19 December 2014, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) published their 2013 data from the pesticide program. - February 17, 2015
SGS Announces China Updated National Food Safety Standard GB 2760 for Uses of Food Additives
An update of the national food safety standard for uses of food additives (GB 2760-2014) has been issued by the People’s Republic of China National Health and Family Planning Commission in the No. 21st official announcement on 31 December 2014. - February 14, 2015
SGS Informs on Canada Regulations on Mercury in Consumer Products
In late 2014, Canada implemented measures to regulate mercury in consumer products. - February 12, 2015
SGS Provides Updates on Final Version of US FDA Guidance for Beer Labeling
The United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) issued the final version of their August 2009 draft guidance for certain beers which are not subject to the labeling provisions of the Federal Alcohol Administration Act. - February 09, 2015
SGS Announces Canadian Government Amended Regulations and Standards on Maple Products
On 31 December 2014, the Canadian government issued a notification regarding the amendment of their Maple Product Regulations. - February 09, 2015
SGS Announces Ireland is the First EU State Allowed to Export Bovine Products to the US Market
Ireland’s government announced that it will be the first EU state to export beef to the United States in more than 15 years (1). - February 09, 2015
SGS Publishes White Paper on REACH SVHC Smart Solutions
SGS publishes a new complimentary white paper on the current challenges of the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) SVHC compliance in the electrical and electronics industry. - February 05, 2015
SGS Debates on Mobile Medical Apps: Recreational or Medical Devices?
Popularity of smartphone applications – or "apps" - has increased explosively. Among the implemented functionality, more and more medical device features have started to creep in. - February 02, 2015
SGS Informs on USDA Food Safety Inspection Service Issues Final Rule on Raw Meat and Poultry Labeling
On 31 December 2014, the United States Department of Agricultural (USDA) Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) issued their final rule for the labeling of raw meat and poultry products with added solutions. This requirement will come into effect on 1 January 2016. - January 30, 2015
SGS Announces New EU Food Health Claims Regulations
The European Union recently announced 3 Commission Regulations authorizing and refusing to authorize certain health claims made on foods and referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children's development and health. - January 17, 2015
SGS Reports Decline in Foodborne Disease Outbreaks in Germany in 2013
Food-borne illness outbreaks in Germany decreased in 2013, according to data collated by Germany’s Federal Institute for Risk Assessment, Bundesinstitut für Risikobewertung (BfR), down to 73 outbreaks, from 84 in 2012. Despite this reduction, food handling, preparation and cooking remain serious issues for consumer health. - January 14, 2015
SGS Informs on U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention Proposed Guidance on Food Fraud Vulnerability Assessment
On 14 November 2014, the U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) published their proposed guidance to assess the vulnerabilities for food fraud*. - January 14, 2015
SGS Informs on Frauds on Olive Oil Fraud and Testing Solutions
Olive oil is one of the most frequently economically adulterated food products. Therefore, it is no surprise that there are concerns that a fresh wave of adulteration is on the way. - January 13, 2015
SGS Announces Increased Legal Initiatives on GMO Labeling Requirements in the US
On November 4, 2014, the people of Oregon and Colorado voted for mandatory labeling of foods produced from genetically modified organisms (GMO). - January 13, 2015
SGS Announces GMO Potato Receives Non-Regulated Status from USDA APHIS
Effective 10 November 2014, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) determined that a genetically engineered (GE) potato developed for low acrylamide potential and reduced black spot bruising received a non-regulated status (1). - January 05, 2015
SGS Introduces Sixth Edition of the US FDA Food Facility Registration Guidance
On 18 November 2014, the United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) published their sixth edition of the food facility registration guidance (1). The major change in the guidance involves the proposed definition of farm from the Preventive Control rule that was published 29 September 2014. - December 19, 2014
SGS Warns on Fraudulent Reports and Hazardous Substances Declarations and Their Impact on RoHS Compliance
From the moment the EU RoHS Directive came into force, market surveillance authorities have been identifying and taking action against various types of inaccurate, misleading or fraudulent substance declarations. - December 18, 2014
SGS Informs on Four New Commission Regulations to Amend Pesticide Maximum Residue Levels
In October 2014, the European Union (EU) published four Commission Regulations, amending Annexes II, III and V to Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 on maximum residue levels (MRLs) of pesticides in or on certain products. - December 12, 2014
SGS Warns Manufacturers on Monetary Fines for Lack of Compliance with FCC Requirements
As part of its market surveillance activities, the FCC has uncovered last year a company that marketed digital cameras and wireless devices on the US market without having been authorized by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). This compliance breach resulted in an $80,000 fine, as well as additional market access requirements for the company. - December 09, 2014
SGS Publishes Complimentary White Paper on Management of Persistent Organic Pollutants in Consumer Products and Supply Chains
SGS publishes a new complimentary white paper on the proliferation, regulation and mitigation of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in consumer products and supply chains. - November 23, 2014
SGS Publishes White Paper on Food Pesticide Residue Risks and Management in Food
SGS publishes a new complimentary white paper on understanding, monitoring and meeting the differing global maximum residue limits (MRLs) for pesticides in food and feed products. - November 22, 2014
OSHA Approves NRTL Scope Expansion for SGS North America
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has expanded the recognized testing and certification scope of SGS North America for Household, Lighting, and Industrial Control Panels. - November 19, 2014
SGS Kenya Opens New Pesticides MRL Testing Laboratory in Mombasa
SGS is proud to announce the inauguration of a new Pesticides Maximum Residue Limits Laboratory in Mombasa, Kenya. - November 07, 2014
Juvenile and Childcare Products: SGS to Hold Seminar on Regulation Updates
SGS to hold a seminar on juvenile and childcare products regulation updates on 20 November 2014 in Aix-en-Provence, France. - November 06, 2014
SGS Complimentary Live Webinar: Are Your Juvenile Products Safe?
Everything professionals need to know about the EU chemical requirements. - November 01, 2014
SGS Informs on European Commission Proposes Recommendation on MCPD and Other Fatty Acid Esters in Food
On 10 September 2014, the EU published Commission Recommendation 2014/661 related to the monitoring of the presence of 2- and 3-monochloropropane-1,2-diol (2 and 3-MCPD), 2-and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters and glycidyl fatty acid esters in feed and food products (1). - October 29, 2014
SGS Informs on Maximum Residue Limits - Manage the Risk of Food Pesticide Contamination
A report by the global food source monitoring company Food Sentry ranked "excessive or illegal pesticide contamination" as the number one risk to consumers from the 3,400 verified worldwide instances of food safety violations in 2013 (1). - October 26, 2014
SGS Provides Updates on First Major Revision of EU Food Labeling Requirements
After 30 years of consolidation and amendment, the EU is implementing the first major revision of its food labeling rules for a generation; EU Regulation 1169/2011 will apply to all food products from 13 December 2014. - October 24, 2014
SGS Informs on Latest International Regulations on Persistent Organic Pollutants
Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) were responsible for the recall of nearly 160,000kg of Chilean chicken entering the US, and the banning of the plastic toy named "Shrilling Chicken" by two European countries. - October 13, 2014
SGS Shenzhen Announces Opening of Its Extended Electrical & Electronics Laboratory Centre
SGS is proud to announce the opening of its expanded Electrical & Electronics laboratory center. - October 09, 2014
SGS Informs on Latest Global Recall Notifications and Food Safety Management Systems
Product recalls, the management practice of last resort, fluctuate from year to year. Related notifications increased again in 2013 in the US, but bucking the recent global trend, notifications in the EU fell by 8.8%. - October 07, 2014