Baar Latest News (Zug, Switzerland)

SGS reports on the UK government's plans to update POPs regulations for Great Britain.

SGS hosts a complimentary webinar to guide businesses through the new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) with practical testing and compliance solutions.

SGS reports on new chemical transparency obligations for textile manufacturers under EU law.

SGS, principal sponsor of Atlantic race winners 44west, reveals the rigorous testing of UV-protective clothing that helped the team maintain their comfort and performance in the World's Toughest Row.

An SGS Consumer Compact article explores how PV system testing supported the World's Toughest Row winning team and how this case study reflects SGS's global expertise in solar safety, performance and compliance.

SGS showcases food contact material expertise in support of 44west rowing team. The project utilized the solutions SGS offers to help manufacturers meet food packaging safety and compliance requirements worldwide.

In a Consumer Compact article, SGS celebrates team 44west's victory in the World's Toughest Row – Atlantic, explaining the testing expertise that supported every aspect of the team's success.

SGS focuses on an update to China's GB 18383-2025 standard for products with filling materials.

SGS reports on the publication of an advisory note to assist businesses in testing asbestos in consumer products.

SGS reports on Canada's plans to tighten controls on benzophenone in paints, stains and coating products.

SGS has published an article highlighting the renewal of its PVoC contract with Kenya, ensuring continuity in conformity oversight and reinforcing regulated trade compliance in the country.

Concerns about contamination from inorganic arsenic and other heavy metals in seafood have led the EU to reinforce stricter safety rules.

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SGS reports on CEN's new standard for microbiological safety in toys containing aqueous media.

SGS highlights Washington State's plans to amend its law on lead in cookware.

SGS highlights the US CPSC's 16 CFR 1241, a final rule incorporating the latest version of the ASTM standard for crib mattresses, with some modifications.

SGS reports on legislative developments concerning PFAS in consumer goods in the US.

SGS experts are taking part in a major international trade show in Paris for the cosmetics and personal care industry.

SGS reports on Georgia's resolution update for plastic materials and articles intended to come into contact with food.

SGS reports on a new response to the EU's Standardisation Request: the publication of EN71-8:2026, an updated version of the EN71-8 standard series for activity toys.

SGS summarizes plans by South Korea to update its standards and specifications for food contact utensils, containers and packages.

SGS focuses on the EU's revision of its regulation on the use of bisphenol A, other hazardous bisphenols and bisphenol derivatives in certain FCMs.

SGS reports on Switzerland's proposals to update its Chemical Risk Reduction Ordinance.

An expert webinar offering insights into non-invasive skin treatment efficacy and testing, as well as European regulatory obligations for technologies such as IPL and lasers.

SGS highlights South Korea's consultation over its proposed amendments to food contact materials and articles standards.

SGS reports on the banning of three POP chemicals in Singapore, with limited exemptions.

SGS summarizes the EU publication of Directive (EU) 2026/192, which permits the use of cobalt in three defined toy applications.

SGS reports on the US state of New Jersey's new measures to regulate PFAS in specified products.

SGS highlights revised vitamin conversion tables issued by GDCh, noting updated factors that could significantly update vitamin E calculations, impacting nutritional declarations and labeling across the EU.

SGS explores the imperatives of securing digital trust in an increasingly connected world and outlines solutions to ensure performance and confidence.

SGS underscores the critical role of wireless field testing in ensuring reliable connectivity, supporting product performance, regulatory compliance and consumer trust.