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Brazil Revises Technical Regulation for Food Contact Metals and Alloys
Brazil has transposed Mercosur/GMC/RES. No. 48/2023 on food contact metals and alloys into its national law. The provisions in the revised technical regulation will become effective on October 29, 2024.
Read moreSwitzerland Bans PFHxS and PFHxS-Related Compounds
Switzerland has banned the manufacture and use of PFHxS, its salts and PFHxS-related compounds. This ban became effective in November 2023.
Read moreEpisode Two of The Crew's Mess Deck Is Now Live
Learn about mariners' well-being aboard commercial ships, as we discuss the evolution of conditions from the old days to the present.
Read moreEU Consults over Quality Control Rules for Food Contact Plastics
The EU has initiated a consultation over its proposed revision to the food contact plastic and GMP regulations. Comments are being accepted until April 15, 2024.
Read moreBrazil Consults Over Two Proposals for Food Contact Materials
Brazil has initiated two consultations to revise the positive lists for certain food contact materials and articles.
Read moreSGS Food Contact Product Certification Mark Expansion
An expanded product range and global market reach means our FCM Certification Mark fits your TIC needs when and where you need them.
Read moreSGS Live: Trustworthy AI – Privacy and security
Our experts explore the unique challenges of AI security and privacy, examining how advancements in cryptography and privacy-enhancing technologies now safeguard data. Watch the video.
Read moreWashington, USA, Becomes First State to Ban Lead in Cookware
The US state of Washington has enacted legislation to regulate lead in cookware. The restrictions will become effective on January 1, 2026.
Read moreJapan Issues Guidelines on Import Bans for Products Containing Class I Specified Chemicals
Japan has published a guideline in English to assist stakeholders with, inter alia, the import ban on specific products containing class I specified chemical substances.
Read moreCalifornia Proposes Ban on Bisphenols and PFAS in Certain Children’s Products
California has issued a proposal to regulate bisphenols and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in two categories of children’s products. The proposed restrictions would become effective on January 1, 2025.
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