Baar Latest News (Zug, Switzerland)

SGS examines two new laws in Thailand for food contact paper products.

An SGS overview of a new EU guideline on the use of bisphenol A and other hazardous bisphenols in FCM has been published.

SGS outlines Health Canada's proposal to introduce lithium-ion battery-specific safety requirements for consumer products under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act.

SGS outlines the European Union's update to harmonized standards used to demonstrate conformity with the Toy Safety Directive.

SGS summarizes the publication of a new CEN safety standard for chemicals used in childcare articles.

SGS offers a free webinar focused on the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and its implications for manufacturers and service providers.

SGS highlights on the European Commission JRC's publication of the latest guidelines for testing kitchenware.

SGS reports on Moldova's adoption of HG 643/2025, restricting hazardous substances in E&E products and aligning the country with the EU RoHS Directive.

An expert webinar hosted by SGS to support softlines businesses in PFAS compliance.

SGS offers an expert guide to the EU's new Toy Safety Regulation to help businesses prepare for their obligations under the new rules.

SGS highlights EN 16128:2025, the latest version of CEN's nickel release standard for spectacle frames and sunglasses.

SGS's Piracicaba laboratory has earned INMETRO accreditation and ANATEL authorization, offering manufacturers cutting-edge wireless testing services for both Brazilian and global markets.

Meet SGS experts at CES 2026 to explore connectivity, cybersecurity, IoT testing and global market access solutions for connected consumer technologies.

SGS has published an article detailing Uganda's new directive on certificate of conformity (CoC) amendments and the country's updated compulsory standards list.

SGS highlights the advantages of outsourced cosmetic quality control, including enhanced compliance, reduced costs and quick market access.

SGS focuses on EU consultation on three draft laws to revise legislation on POP chemicals.

SGS reports on Washington's regulation of PFAS in 12 priority consumer products.

SGS highlights Health Canada's update of Table 2 of the General Prohibitions Process under the CCPSA, adding button/coin batteries and their packaging.

SGS opens Cambodia's first full toy testing laboratory in response to growing local and international demand for toys produced and sourced in Cambodia.

SGS highlights Australia's Radiofrequency Spectrum Plan Variation 2025 No.1, which incorporates technical and regulatory developments from national and international bodies.

Gain insights into the rapidly changing regulatory landscape for PFAS in cosmetics and personal care products.

SGS highlights the reinstatement of the ASTM International F1313 standard, addressing volatile N-nitrosamine levels in rubber pacifier nipples.

SGS reports on the AFIRM Group's midyear update of the 2025 RSL.

EN 71-7:2025 is the latest version of the CEN standard regulating finger paints.

SGS reports on the EU's correction of several regulatory errors regarding recycled materials and articles intended to come into contact with food.

SGS offers a free webinar on China's SRRC certification, helping manufacturers and compliance professionals achieve wireless device approval.

SGS reports on Implementing Decision (EU) 2025/1175 of the European Commission, updating the glossary of cosmetic ingredient names used for labeling in the EU.

SGS summarizes Montenegro's updated requirements for plastic materials and articles intended to come into contact with food, aligning them with EU rules.

SGS reports on the ECHA's expanded list of 251 substances of very high concern (SVHCs).

SGS presents a free live webinar offering insights into the evolving EU toy safety landscape and upcoming standard updates.

SGS has introduced the new Products & Materials module, a major enhancement to its industry-leading SGS SMART digital platform for supply chain management.