SGS Consumer Testing Services

On October 31, 2011 China updated its mandatory requirements for mahogany, glass and children’s furniture with the publication of new GB standards. Here we review the main highlights of the updates.

The Brazilian regulatory agency Inmetro has devoted a lot of attention in recent years to improving the evaluation requirements for the compliance of consumer products that are manufactured or imported in Brazil.

Modern automotive lighting systems contribute actively to a safe driving experience.

On January 15, 2012, SGS France became COFRAC certified in the physical and mechanical testing of juvenile products.

Foodborne viral outbreaks are ever present in the media spotlight. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reported that viral agents were responsible for 11.9% of the foodborne outbreaks in the European Union (EU) during 2007.

SGS has announced the opening of its new premises in Cairo offering a complete suite of facilities and services, enhanced in capacity and capability, for the testing of textile and leather goods.

Concerns surrounding food safety continue, despite many improvements in food production and handling. Foodborne diseases constantly evolve and new infections are often discovered.

In March 2012, SGS has started its fifth overseas business partnership with Japans leading textile testing and inspection organization BOKEN.

As consumers demand greater environmental accountability for the products they use, SGS, a global leader in inspection, verification and certification for the textile industry launches a new sustainability service for the Indian business community.

A new SGS Textile Testing Laboratory has been opened in Istanbul, Turkey, containing the latest in cutting edge technologies for the development and innovation of services in testing, inspection, verification and certification.