ECHA Expands SVHC Candidate List: Five New Chemicals Pose Risks to Health and Environment
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) announced on January 23, 2024, that it has updated its Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) under the REACH Regulation. The five new chemicals are used in a range of products and brings the total number of entries to 240. Five Chemicals Added to the SVHC […]
Latest Product Recall Report: December 2023
Welcome to our latest product recall report listing all the latest product recalls from around the world for December 2023. The comprehensive document includes important recall information and updates from key regions across the globe with explanation on issues you need to know about. See below for a latest round-up from the EU, US below. […]
Japan Implements Regulations on PFHxS
The Japan Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has published a cabinet order. The new order will regulate the manufacturing, importation, and usage of Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid (PFHxS) and its salts. This decision reflects Japan’s commitment to adress environmental and health concerns regarding the PFHXs. Background on PFHxS Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid (PFHxS) is a synthetic […]
New Fees and Licensing Requirements for Mattress-Related Businesses in DC
In a new regulatory development, the District of Columbia has announced a framework of biennial fees for upholstered furniture and bedding businesses and new licensing requirements. These businesses include those engaged in manufacturing, renovating, storage, and the sale of mattresses and other bedding products. These new changes came into effect on August 1, 2023, and […]
Latest Product Recall Report: November 2023
Welcome to our latest product recall report listing all the latest product recalls from around the world for November 2023. The comprehensive document includes important recall information and updates from key regions across the globe with explanation on issues you need to know about. See below for a latest round-up from the EU, US below. […]
HQTS Secures Contract for Pre-Export Verification of Conformity Assessments on Specialised Equipment and Materials for Uganda Oil and Gas Projects
HQTS, a leading provider of third-party quality assurance services, has entered into an agreement with the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) and the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) to perform Pre-Export Verification of Conformity Assessments on specialised equipment and materials for oil and gas projects in Uganda. Uganda hosts some of East Africa’s largest […]
The OEHHA Proposes Overhaul to Proposition 65 Warning Regulations
On October 27, 2023, the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) introduced proposed amendments to the Proposition 65 warning regulations. These revisions seek to enhance the clarity of the Proposition 65 short-form warning, potentially requiring businesses to disclose at least one Proposition 65-listed chemical present in the product. Understanding Proposition 65 Short-Form Warning […]
CPSC Adopts Revisions to Standard for the Flammability of Clothing Textiles
The Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) has amended the Standard for the Flammability of Clothing Textiles. The Commission published a final rule (FR) 16 CFR 1600 on October 25, 2023, to improve clarity in existing provisions, broaden the scope of permissible testing equipment and materials, and address outdated equipment requirements. Standard for the Flammability […]
Latest Product Recall Report: October 2023
Welcome to our latest product recall report listing all the latest product recalls from around the world for October 2023. The comprehensive document includes important recall information and updates from key regions across the globe with explanation on issues you need to know about. See below for a latest round-up from the EU, US below. […]
California Enacts AB-899 to Improve Baby Food Safety
Taking a step toward improving the safety of baby food, Governor Newsom has given approval to AB-899 Food Safety: Baby Food. This legislation introduces measures focused on enhancing the safety of baby food products by reducing the presence of toxic elements and promoting transparency in the industry. An Introduction to AB-899 Food Safety: Baby […]