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Energy drinks have proliferated in recent years and continue to increase in popularity, especially among younger consumers. Laden with stimulants, usually caffeine, they have been linked to health issues in more than one country.

In times of economic crisis, consumers look to source cheaper products and find a bargain. Despite the best efforts of the food industry, regulators, governments and investigators, an economic crisis presents opportunities for criminal organizations.

The number of substances that are being added to the list of restricted substances (Annex II) of the EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2) is set to grow.

SGS informs on inorganic mercury in seafood: dangers to health and regulations.

EU started environmental footprint pilot phase to develop sustainable consumption.

SGS provides information on lead release in coffee through coffeemakers

On 5 February 2014, the European Commission published a Decision (1) on the safety requirements for consumer laser products, pursuant to Directive 2001/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on general product safety.

California Proposition 65 to ban chemicals identified as causing cancer in consumer products.

The Ministry of Industry and Productivity (MIPRO) of Ecuador has revised the regulations regarding labeling of garments and footwear products to be exported to Ecuador.

Since the beginning of 2014, a number of bills have been introduced to regulate flame retardants in children’s products, upholstered furniture and other consumer products in some states in the US.