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Understanding the Growing Global Market for Halal Cosmetics

January 9, 2019 Cosmetics, Personal Care and Household

Demand for halal cosmetics is growing in an unprecedented fashion. In this article we explore how cosmetic manufacturers can take advantage of this growing market.
Gas Appliances – Successfully Accessing Your Market

January 9, 2019 Hardgoods

SGS offers a range of testing solutions to help manufacturers and suppliers of gas appliances successfully access their target markets.
Understanding Flame Retardant Regulations in North America

January 9, 2019 Hardgoods

Recent research by Indiana University has shown 15 of 18 children’s car seats tested contained new or traditional flame retardant (FR) chemicals.
Making Sure Your Business Benefits from a Royal Wedding

January 9, 2019 Softlines

Events such as a royal wedding have a profound effect upon sales and trends in the fashion industry. How can manufacturers take advantage?
The Long Road to Implementing GB 9706.1:20XX for Medical Electrical Equipment in China

January 9, 2019 Electrical and Electronics

Since the introduction of IEC 60601-1, 3.1 edition, China has been looking at introducing its own version of the medical product standard. In this article we see why it has taken so long.
Focusing on Gender During Social Audits

January 2, 2019 Sustainability

With the BSR publication of “Gender Equality in Social Auditing Guidance”, we look at this paper and the role of social audits in improving gender equality in supply chains.
Towards Sustainable Fashion with the Higg Index FEM V3

January 2, 2019 Sustainability

As the fashion industry comes under the spotlight for its lack of sustainability, the Sustainable Apparel Coalition has released the third version of its Higg Index FEM self-assessment tool to help manufacturers assess their sustainability.
Toy Updates: December 2018

December 13, 2018 Toys and Juvenile Products

Learn more about EC type-examination certificates, CE-marking and toy projectiles.
SGS in Hong Kong Continues to Certify Composite Wood Products Beyond March 2019

December 4, 2018 Hardgoods

SGS in Hong Kong will continue testing and certifying composite wood products for the US market beyond March 2019, following its accreditation as a TPC and acceptance by the EPA.
Consumer Compact Q3 2018: Slavery, BPA, Sleep Products, Cosmetics, Medical Devices, Furniture & More

October 16, 2018 Consumer Goods and Retail

Slavery, BPA Ban, Sleeping Product, Natural and Organic Cosmetic, Medical Device and more.

Consumer Goods and Retail - News

369 results

Understanding the Growing Global Market for Halal Cosmetics

Gas Appliances – Successfully Accessing Your Market

Understanding Flame Retardant Regulations in North America

Making Sure Your Business Benefits from a Royal Wedding

The Long Road to Implementing GB 9706.1:20XX for Medical Electrical Equipment in China

Focusing on Gender During Social Audits

Towards Sustainable Fashion with the Higg Index FEM V3

Toy Updates: December 2018

SGS in Hong Kong Continues to Certify Composite Wood Products Beyond March 2019

Consumer Compact Q3 2018: Slavery, BPA, Sleep Products, Cosmetics, Medical Devices, Furniture & More