Europe’s General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) is a key piece of legislation for businesses aiming to place their products on the European market. This framework entered into force on June 13, 2023, and shall apply from December 13, 2024. The fundamental aim of the regulation is to reinforce and harmonize the rules for guaranteeing the safety of products placed onto the EU market. The conditions for recalls and notifications on potentially dangerous products will be harmonized to ensure conformity in practice across all nations of the EU.

In this webinar, our expert will provide an in-depth analysis of this regulation, breaking down key elements for manufacturers and retailers so that they can ensure their products are compliant with EU law as well as how SGS solutions, such as risk assessment programs, to ensure a safe transition to market.

Agenda:

Overview and scope of the EU GPSR
GPSD vs GPSR: What are their differences?
Key obligations for manufacturers and economic operators
SGS Solutions
Q&A

Details:

Date: Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
Time: 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Language: Cantonese (supplemented with English materials)
Fee: Free of charge

Who should attend?

This webinar is designed for brands, manufacturers, designers, product developers and others involved in the creation and optimization of outdoor and performance garments.

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Presenter

Technical Services Manager, SGS Hong Kong

ChiShan Fok

ChiShan brings over 20 years of experience in the TIC industry, with a strong specialization in restricted substances in consumer products. She possesses in-depth knowledge of chemical testing methodologies and is an approved signatory under the HKAS accreditation scheme. Along with her team of fellow experts, she provides guidance and tailored compliance solutions to global brands, ensuring regulatory adherence and product safety.

About SGS

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).