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On 8 May 2014, the Governor of Vermont signed Vermont Bill H. 112 Labeling of Food Produced with Genetic Engineering. This bill was passed by the Vermont legislation on 23 April 2014.

Footwear manufacturing is one of the world’s oldest and most globalized industries. For various types of shoes, such as Oxfords, derby, high-heels, sneakers, sandals and athletic shoes etc., different materials and processes may apply.

Lead, cadmium and chromium are well-known toxic heavy metals which are ubiquitous in our life. Untreated industrial sewage with high concentrations of heavy metals causes air and water pollution when discharged into the environment and potential

In April 2014, the European Union has announced 2 Commission Regulations.

RAPEX is the rapid alert system for dangerous products with the exception of food, pharmaceutical and medical devices within the European Member States and the EFTA/EEA countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway).

Germany to apply existing EU-defined levels of heavy metals in toys.

On 23 April 2014 the Government of Canada amended the Food and Drug Regulations for food products labeled with Halal claims.

Allergenic fragrances are under the spotlight as Europe’s IDEA project seeks to build on SCCS recommendations on the individual labeling and prohibition of certain natural and synthetic substances in cosmetic products.

SGS is pleased to announce the acquisition of RF Technologies Ltd., in Yokohama, Japan.

On 10 April 2014 the United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) published a final rule withdrawing 19 new animal drug applications, 16 of which are antimicrobials for use in animal feeds for food-producing animals.