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The Rise of E-Commerce

October 3, 2017 Softlines

Retailing is undergoing a seismic shift with the rising dominance of e-commerce. We explore the advantages and potential pitfalls of this new way of shopping.
STAS – a Key Tool in Product Safety Assurance Processes

October 3, 2017 Electrical and Electronics

STAS allow for increased automation of product testing procedures, which in turn provide significant improvements in the efficiency and quality of lab testing. We expore the benefits.
SGS Awards First SGS Eco Product Certificate to LG Display OLED Display

October 3, 2017 Electrical and Electronics

Manufacturers need to demonstrate the green-features of their products in a way global consumers will respect and understand - introducing SGS Eco Product Certification.
What do you need to place furniture on the Chinese market?

October 3, 2017 Hardgoods

Failure to comply with the appropriate regulations when manufacturing or importing furniture into China can result in fines, destruction of stock, or revocation of a license. Stakeholders need to understand China’s legal and regulatory system to successfully access its furniture market.
Bringing Clarity to the Marketplace: SGS Launches the SGS Independently Checked Mark

August 17, 2017 Cosmetics, Personal Care and Household

Generate confidence and trust, and bring transparency to the complex world of product testing and regulation compliance with the SGS Independently Checked Mark.
Heavy Metals in Cosmetics: German BVL Reduces ‘Technically Avoidable’ Levels

July 12, 2017 Cosmetics, Personal Care and Household

With improvements in manufacturing techniques and greater awareness of the dangers of contamination from heavy metals, the German BVL has recently published new orientation values for cosmetic products.
Europe Refines Outdoor Furniture Standards

July 12, 2017 Hardgoods

In the last five years, 49% of furniture recalls in Europe have related to outdoor products, especially tables and chairs. Find out more with our experts.
Complexity in Food Contact Material Regulations: A European Perspective

July 12, 2017 Hardgoods

A harmonized legal EU framework sets out the general principles of safety and inertness for FCM, but it is not the whole story.
Aiming For Zero

July 12, 2017 Softlines

We look at how to manage and improve the use of chemicals in the leather and textiles used in apparel and footwear.
'Ex' Marking: Keeping People safe in an Explosive Atmosphere

July 12, 2017 Electrical and Electronics

‘Ex’ Marking can be a complex thing, we explore the issue in more detail.

Consumer Goods and Retail - News

288 results

The Rise of E-Commerce

STAS – a Key Tool in Product Safety Assurance Processes

SGS Awards First SGS Eco Product Certificate to LG Display OLED Display

What do you need to place furniture on the Chinese market?

Bringing Clarity to the Marketplace: SGS Launches the SGS Independently Checked Mark

Heavy Metals in Cosmetics: German BVL Reduces ‘Technically Avoidable’ Levels

Europe Refines Outdoor Furniture Standards

Complexity in Food Contact Material Regulations: A European Perspective

Aiming For Zero

'Ex' Marking: Keeping People safe in an Explosive Atmosphere