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EN 12472:2020 – simulated abrasion and corrosion test for nickel release is now revised

KSA: TÜV SÜD successfully authorised by SASO to be recognised lab for SASO 2870, SASO 2902 and SASO 2927

EU: ECHA officially launched the SCIP database

EU: European Commission investigates a possible exemption for the use of cobalt and titanium dioxide in toys

USA: New York bans PFAS in food packaging

• Germany: Proposal in amending aromatic mineral oil hydrocarbon requirement in recycled food contact paper
• EU: Regulation 2020/1245 amends regulation (EU) no. 10/2011 on plastic materials and articles of FCM
• USA: New California proposition 65 settlements for hexavalent chromium in leather gloves
• EU: ECHA published enforcement project results on REACH restriction and CLP
• The FTC amends the Textile Rules to incorporate the most recent ISO 2076 standard for generic fibre names
• USA: California bans marine degradable plastic claims
• Australia: Consultation on mandatory standards for button cell batteries
• Philippines: TÜV SÜD is recognised by Bureau of Philippines Standards as test lab for PS mark
• India: Bureau of Indian Standards extends IS 1293:2019 implementation date to 23 October 2021
• China: GB19761-2020 approved on minimum allowable values of energy efficiency and energy efficiency grades for fans
• Singapore: IMDA publishes technical specifications for residential gateways to enhance security

• EU: POPs proposed new limit of Pentachlorophenol
  
• EU REACH: Public consultation for the 24th update of Candidate List
  
• Canada: Health Canada updates the industry guide for children's toys
  
• USA: Children's products reporting rule in Vermont updated
  
• ISO 17234 1 2020 testing standard of azo dyes in leather is now published
  
• EU: European Commission proposes to regulate aniline in toys
  
• France: New order on rubber food contact materials published
  
• USA: CPSC retains mandatory safety standards for fullsize and non full size baby cribs
  
• Czech Republic: Amending government decree of the use of certain hazardous substances

• US: EPA Published Final Significant New Use Rule On Certain PFAS Coating
  
• US: Maine designates PFOS and its salts as priority chemicals
  
• Italy: Approved the new regulation on leather material and product labelling
  
• EU: Draft of C9 C14 PFCAs Restriction Reached Final Stage
  
• Japan: Radio act enforcement regulations Ordinance No 71 2020
  
• Thailand: Plugs and socket outlets for household and similar purposes
  
• Korea: Notice No 2020 138 on safety requirements for portable sealed secondary batteries
  
• China: GB 39177 2020 of energy efficiency grades for electric pressure cookers approved

• Denmark: Revised Order on phthalates ban in toys and childcare articles in force now
• EU: ECHA launched 2nd public consultation on restriction on skin sensitising substances
• EU REACH: Candidate List Expands to have 209 SVHCs
• France: Notice to manufacturers importers and distributors relation to the Decree No 2016 364
• Health Canadas consumer product safety program published new test method for corded window coverings
• USA: New CPSC Safety Standard for children’s gates and enclosures
• Consumer: Products will be the Focus of the Major Enforcement Project on REACH and POPs in 2022

• Australia: ACCC updates mandatory standards for projectile toys and aquatic toys
• EU: CEN publishes EN 14350 2020 for Childrens Drinking Equipment
• EU: PFOA Restriction is now published under POPs Regulation
• EU: REACH Get Ready with PFOA and Phthalates Restriction in July

• USA: CPSC updates safety standard for hand-held infant carriers
• USA: CPSC publishes final rule for exemption for certain fibers from heavy elements and phthalates testing from testing
• Korea: Notice no 2020-55 amendment on Regulation on Energy Efficiency Labeling and Standards
• India: Implementation date of IS standards extends by 90 days
• Mexico: Implementation of Mexico's NOM-001-SCFI-2018 deferred by 3 months to 14 August 2020
• UAE: Implementing rules for the regulation of audio, video, IT and office equipment

• Denmark: Government proposes amendment to the Order on phthalates ban
• EU: Toy finger paint standard EN 71-7 2014 A3 2020 published
• Denmark: Announcement of the law on environmentally friendly design
• France: Updated standard list for Decree No 2003-158
• EU: EC Endorsed IEC 63000 as RoHS harmonised standard

• USA: California publishes new safe use determination under Proposition 65
• USA: The mandatory safety standard for sling carrier updated
• USA: The toxics in packaging clearinghouse updates sample certificate of compliance
• Canada: New standard CAN CGSB 182-1-2020 Flammability and labelling requirements for tents published
• Japan: Revision to Toy Safety Standard

• USA: ASTM updates F2179
• USA: CPSC updates safety standard for childrens folding chairs and stools
• Toy standard ISO 8124-3 2020 on migratable elements published
• Germany: The list of standards and other technical specifications under ProdSG updated
• EU: Hinged combination ladder with one or several hinge joints standard
• USA: Washington requires manufacturers to label non-flushable disposable wipe products
• EU: European Commission proposes to update the list of regulated allergenic fragrances in toys

• USA: ASTM publishes F2923-20 on specification of children jewellery
• EU: RoHS exemption amendments are now available
• EU: CENELEC updates electric toys safety standard EN IEC 62115 to 2020 version
• Thailand: Standard TIS 2537 on performance requirement for washing machines
• Philippines: Memorandum Circular 01-02-2020 amends frequency bands
• USA: CPSC implements 2020 interim enforcement policy for mattresses and mattress pads

• USA CPSC publishes 2020 Age Determination Guidelines
• USA Californian proposal to clarify warning providing requirements under Proposition 65
• France Updated standard list for Decree No 95-949 for bunk beds published
• France childcare article standards under Decree No 91-1292 updated
• USA CPSC updates safety standard for portable bed rails
• EU REACH public consultation of the 23rd update of candidate list

• Thailand Amendment to communication equipment exempt
• EAEU Technical regulations on energy efficiency requirements
• EAEU Resolution 190045 2019 approved
• Taiwan Amendment to mandatory commodity inspection of self-ballasted LED lamps
• Saudi Arabia Mandatory application of SASO 2927 2019 on energy efficiency
• Ukraine Order No 100 2019
• Thailand Industrial product standard for tungsten filament lamps
• EU REACH Annex XIV Authorisation List includes 54 substances
• USA New York passes the child safe products act

• India Challenges on toy imports remain
• USA California updates warning responsibility under Proposition 65
• USA New York introduces lead-content warning requirements for children jewellery

• France: Updates the Decree No 2000-164 of the 23 February 2000 on the safety of bedding articles
• Brazil: Technical requirements and test procedures for conformity assessments of cell phone lithium batteries issued
• China: The Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology issued Announcement No. 52, 2019 on requirements for micropower short-range radio
• Argentina: Resolution for energy efficiency labelling of light-emitting diode lamps for general lighting services in force
• South Korea: Amendment to technical standards for unlicensed radio equipment issued
• Japan: Radio act enforcement regulations on technical requirements for low power wireless equipment, Ordinance No. 14, 1950
• China: Energy efficiency of air purifiers, Standard GB 36893-2018
• Argentina: Energy efficiency labelling of electric water pumps, Resolution No. 800, 2019
• New Zealand: New minimum energy performance requirements for refrigerated display cabinets, Guidance Document
• Vietnam: Approving national technical regulation on LED lighting equipment, Circular No. 08/2019/TT-BKHCN
• South Korea: Unlicensed radio equipment, Notice No. 2008-74 and others - amendment - Notice No. 2019-104
• New Zealand: Unsafe inclined sleep products can no longer be made or sold

• France: Updated standard list for Decree No. 96-333 for ladders published
• USA: California consultation on listing treatments containing PFASs as priority products
• EU Reach: Results of enforcement project on SVHCs published in articles
• EU: European Commission adopts lower aluminium migration limits in toys
• USA: California regulates small plastic bottles used in lodging establishments
• EU: European Commission adopts formaldehyde restriction in toys
• China: Mandatory product certification catalogue and implementation requirements
• China: Equipment electrically connected to a telecommunication network standard GB 38189-2019
• Korea: Amendment to regulation on energy efficiency labelling and standards published
• Korea: Safety standards for secondary industrial lithium cells and batteries established
• EU: Candles - product safety labels EN 15494-07 updated to EU 15494-19
• EU: EC investigates the presence of Bisphenol A in clothing

• USA: CPSC updated safety standard for toddler beds
• Korea: Electrical Appliances and Consumer Products Safety Control Act Enforcement Rules amendment on safety control of Energy Storage Systems Regulation No. 351, 2019
• Mexico: Standard NOM-212-SCFI-2017 primary lithium batteries and accumulators, testing and labelling requirements
• UAE: Implementing guidelines for the regulation of audio/video and IT/office equipment
• EU: Candle specification for fire safe standard EN 15493-07 updated to EN 15493-19
• France: New Decree harmonising safety requirements for various consumer products
• EU: Scientific committee to investigate organic compounds emitted from squishy toys

• USA: California Jewelry Regulations Recast
• EU: List of harmonised standards under GPSD updated in Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2019/1698
• USA: California bans sell and manufacture of fur product
• EU: EN 71-3:2019 is now harmonised under Toy Safety Directive
• Germany: AfPS releases new GS PAH specification
• USA: CPSC reduces testing burden on heavy elements and phthalates for certain fibers
• USA: CPSC updates safety standards for non-full-size baby cribs and play yards

• JP: Ordinance on technical requirements for electrical appliances
• Taiwan: Energy conservation labelling program requirements for hot water dispensers in force
• Korea: Energy efficiency labelling requirements and standards on clothes dryers and air purifiers
• Vietnam: Application and implementation of guideline to circular no 052019TTBTTTT published
• UAE: Energy efficiency standards and labelling for television sets issued
• Mexico: Safety requirements and test methods for electronic devices standard
• New Zealand: MEPS and mandatory energy performance labelling information sheets
• Korea: Technical standards amendment on radar wireless equipment for vehicle collision prevention
• EU: New toy guidance document for puffer balls puffer figures and yo-yo balls published
• US: CPSC strength registration program for durable infant or toddler products
• US: CPSC updated safety standard for infant bath seats
• US: California lists six new substances under Proposition 65
• EU: New toy guidance document on soother holders published

• KSA: SASO 2970:2019 on street lighting energy efficiency in force from 2020

• Mexico: Standard NMX-J-521-2-31-ANCE-2018 on safety requirements for cooker hoods

• KSA: TÜV SÜD Middle East has scope extension for SALEEM scheme

• USA: New York State Senate Bill S1627B signed into law

• USA: EPA updates TSCA formaldehyde in composite wood requirement

• Panama: Refrigerators and freezers energy efficiency and labelling requirements in force

• Vietnam: TÜV SÜD PSB successfully signs MoU with Vietnam Certification Centre QUACERT

• Taiwan: Amendment order on testing, applicable standards for luminaires energy conservation labelling program requirements

• EU REACH: Public Consultation of the 22^nd update of Candidate List

• USA: New Hampshire bans flame retardants in upholstered furniture

• Germany: The list of standards and other technical specifications under ProdSG updated

• US: CPSC updated safety standard for infant bouncer seats

• EU: Kick scooters standard EN 14619:2019 published

• EU: FCM plastic regulation no 10/2011 amends the entry in Annex I

• USA: New York state bans crib bumper pads

• USA: Rhode Island aligns flame retardant limit for residential upholstery
• EU REACH: WTO Draft restriction on lead in PVC
• EU REACH: Candidate list expands to 201 SVHCS
• USA: ASTM approves updates to both F2201-19 and F400-19
• EU: European commission harmonises new toy trampoline standard EN 71-14:2018
• US: CPSC updated safety standard for full-size baby cribs
• EU: CEN published EN 16711-3 – test method of lead release
• Indonesia: SDPPI publishes recognised lab list for telecommunication devices other than cellular phone, handheld computer and computer tablet for SDPPI approval
• Korea published an amendment RRA regulation on product reclassification subject to different conformity assessment
• UAE: Mandatory standard for TV energy efficiency labelling in force
• Vietnam: MIC circular 05/2019/TT-BTTTT enters into force since 1 Sep 2019
• USA: CPSC revises safety standard for carriages and strollers
• USA: Vermont Department of Health passed rule to amend CHCCS in children’s products

• US: Infant bouncer seats standard ASTM F2167-19 published
• EU POPs regulation recast is now published
• EU: Are you ready for RoHS 2 phthalates requirement?

• US: Standard ASTM F1004-19 for expansion gates and expandable enclosures published
• EU: REACH Annex XVII restriction on skin sensitising substances in textiles and leather was proposed
• EU: REACH Annex XVII restriction on PFHxS was proposed
• USA: Vermont governor signed children’s product reporting rule amendment into law
• USA: CPSC mandates standard ASTM F2012-18^e1 for stationary activity centers

• EU: CEN publishes technical report CEN/TR 15371-2:2019
• Canada: Health Canada published new corded window coverings regulations
• US published ASTM F406-19 standard for non-full-size baby cribs and play yards
• Technical guidance about drawstrings safety on children's upper outerwear in US market

• EU: Withdrawal of type approval protocol for toy helicopters
• EU: CEN publishes toy standard EN 71-3:2019
• Recycled polyester from pet bottles
• USA: Washington state passed a bill regarding chemicals in consumer products
• Germany: DIN EN 16516 was adopted as formaldehyde testing on wood-based materials

• USA: Maine proposed PFOS as priority chemical
• USA: Carriages and strollers standard ASTM F833-19 published

• EU REACH: Public consultation of the 21st update of Candidate List
• Australia: ACCC enforces convertible wheeled products under safety standard for strollers
• EU REACH: Annex XVII restriction - ECHA launched 1st public consultation on formaldehyde released from consumer articles

• EU: Decision from market surveillance authorities about soft-filled toys with sequins made
• Australia: The Consumer Goods (Disposable Cigarette Lighters) Safety Standard 2019 published
• EU: Toy guidance document for musical instruments updated
• USA: CPSC open letter regarding clothing storage units
• Canada: Health Canada updated the children’s sleepwear flammability requirement guidelines
• EU: Type approval protocol for toys updated
• USA: California repeals the flammability test procedure technical bulletin 133 for seating furniture for use in public occupancies
• Canada: Health Canada updated the industry guide to futon flammability requirements
• US: California received two safe use determination requests under proposition 65

• France: Notice of the application of Decree No. 2016-364, the safety requirements for bicycles
• EU REACH: WTO draft on amendment of Authorisation List
• USA: ASTM publishes new infant bathers standard – ASTM F3343-19

• Canada: Notification on amendment to the Tents and Toys Regulations
• China: Association standard on high quality down garments is implemented
• EU: Toy guidance document for pools updated
• Canada: The province of Manitoba repeals the bedding and other upholstered or stuffed articles regulation 78/2004
• EU: RoHS Directive amendments for lead and cadmium published
• EU REACH: Proposal to identify 4-tert-butylphenol as a SVHC
• A good time to export to Mexico

• Saudi Arabia: New technical regulation on textile products now available
• EU: CEN publishes EN 71 14 2018
• EU: CEN published EN 17137 Test method of Chlorinated Organic Carriers
• USA Vermont: proposed addition of chemicals of high concern in children products
• EU: Regulation 2019 37 amendments on Regulation EU No 10 2011
• EU REACH: Candidate List Expands to 197 SVHCs
• US: High chair standard ASTM F404-18a published
• USA: CPSC implements updated interim enforcement policy for mattresses and mattress pads

• Turkey: Aligned with the EU POPs Regulation
• USA: Updated Infant and Infant/Toddler Rockers standard ASTM F3084-18 published 
• Canada: The province of Ontario revokes the upholstered and stuffed articles regulation 
• EU: European Commission proposes to strengthen aluminium limit in toys 
• ISO 8124-6:2018 for phthalates in toys and children’s products published 
• USA Oregon: Amendments of PQLs in chemicals of concern list 
• Canada: Notice of a public review of a draft version of CAN/CGSB-182.1
• EU: REACH Annex XVII Amendment of phthalate restriction published
• EU: European Commission proposes formaldehyde restriction in toys
• EU: REACH EC Decision Identified 3-benzylidene camphor as SVHC
• France: Standard update for childcare articles Decree 91-1292 
• France: Standard update for playground equipment, Decree No. 94-699
• India: TÜV SÜD South Asia Private Limited, Bangalore lab successfully accredited as TEC CAB

• USA California proposes clarifying guidance to Proposition 65 warnings
• USA California reports recent Proposition 65 settlements 
• USA CPSC implements an Interim Enforcement Policy for mattress pads subject to flammability standard

• Canada Minister's exemption to the Ontario Upholstered and Stuffed Articles Regulation
• New Amendment of ISO 8124-3 on migratable elements published
• USA California adds soluble nickel compounds to Proposition 65 list
• USA CPSC publishes direct final rule for revision of safety standard for infant bath tub

• Canada Health Canada enforces new playpens regulations 
• EU REACH Restriction on CMRs in clothing textiles and footwear published
• EU Type approval protocols updated for toys
• Technical guidance on labelling requirement in the Furniture and Furnishing Regulation
• USA CPSC proposes to amend consumer registration of durable infant or toddler products
• USA Oregon updates Toxic Free Kids Act
• USA Safer Occupancy Furniture Flammability Act SOFFA introduced by US senators

• EU ECHA launched 1st public consultation on PAHs in granules and mulches 
• EU Proposed amendments on Regulation EU No 10 2011 
• USA CPSC revises the safety standard for portable hook on chairs 
• USA New Jersey proposes banning childrens products made with formaldehyde

• Camping tent flammability in the US 
• EU Finnish authority found unsafe products sold online
• USA California has passed the Bill AB-2998 restricting flame retardants in consumer products
• USA Revision to ASTM F2933 standard consumer safety specification for crib mattresses

• Argentina Regulatory framework setting quality and safety standards for furniture 
• CAN Health Canada alerts on safety of teething necklaces 
• EU Commission approves new harmonised standards for toys 
• EU Waste directive demands notification of SVHC in articles 
• USA San Francisco publishes compliance guidelines on flame retardant ordinance 

• Squishies and slime crazes sweeping toy market
• USA A glance on BPA enforcement under Proposition 65
• USA ASTM F1250 has been revised to F1250 18
• USA ASTM F2106 12 has been updated to F2106 18
• USA Oregon proposes revisions to childrens products reporting rules

• China A list of apparel standards came into effect on 1 July 2018 
• EU CEN publishes EN 71 1 2014 A1 2018 
• EU SVHC triggers concerns of cyclic siloxanes in textile products 
• Korea KATS publishes Notification No 2018 194 and 2018 195 
• USA FTC revised jewelry guide 
• USA Proposed amendment to remove requirements of Technical Bulletin 133 

• Canada New regulations for magnetic toys safety
• EU CEN publishes EN 71 3 2013 A3 2018
• Technical guideline on Bisphenol A
• Thailand New labelling measure adopted for phone cases containing liquid chemicals
• US Recent California Proposition 65 settlements
• USA Proposal on labeling requirements indicating slip-resistance information of floor coverings

• USA: New ASTM standard promotes safety of infant floor seats
• USA: CPSC relieves engineered wood products from third party testing
• USA: CPSC publishes final rule on safety standard for baby changing products
• EU REACH Candidate List expands to 191 SVHCs
• USA: CPSC updates safety standard for booster seats
• USA: ASTM F1004 Expansion Gates and Expandable Enclosures standard updates
  

• Japan: Japan Toy Association announces amendments on toy standard
• China: CCC scope change and implementation methods
• EU: New proposals for RoHS exemptions
• USA: CPSC publishes final rule on safety standard for high chairs
• USA: CPSC publishes Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for safety standard for stationary activity centers
• Technical guidance on toluene
  

• EU: RoHS renews 7 lead exemptions
• USA: San Francisco bans the sale of fur products
• USA: States bills concerning microfiber shedding from clothing
• EU: Consumer organisation calls for specific monomers requirements in toys
• EU: Regulation (EU) 2018/831- Amendment on Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 published
• USA: CPSC final rule: safety standard for non-full-size baby cribs (83 FR 26206)

• India: TÜV SÜD India lab scope extension of IS 616:2017
• TÜV SÜD PSB lab gets SABS (South Africa Bureau of Standards) EMC lab accreditation
• ISO 4045:2018: Testing standard of pH value in leather is now published
• EU: European Commission adopts lower chromium VI limit in toys
• Technical guidance on Benzene

• EU REACH: EC Decision identified TMA as SVHC
• EU REACH: ECHA gives green-light on flame retardants restriction proposal in polyurethane foams
• USA: California supplier fined for jewellery law violations
• USA: ASTM F2601 Standard Specification for Fire Safety for Candle Accessories update to edition 2018
• EU: POPs recast proposal brings PCP article restriction
• USA: BIFMA releases revised safety and performance standard ANSI/BIFMA X6.1-2018 for educational seating
• European Union requests clarifications on India new toy import policy
• USA: Revised booster seat standard ASTM F2640 published
• Canada strengthens safety on children’s jewellery and products containing lead

• EU REACH: Guideline on PAH restriction in consumer products published
• EU REACH: WTO draft restriction on amendment of phthalate restriction
• USA: Washington bans PFAS in paper food packaging
• Hong Kong: Recent updates on toys and children’s products standards
• Technical guidance on disperse dyes

• USA: New York proposes banning bisphenols in childcare products
• India: Energy efficiency labelling of tubular fluorescent lamps enforce
• Malaysia: Mandatory Minimum Energy Performance Standard (MEPS) requirements enforce
• Saudi Arabia: Energy efficiency standards update
• New Japanese requirements of SCCPs, DecaBDE and PFOS are now published
• USA requires new labelling for clothing made from synthetic fibers
• USA: New compliance dates of EPA formaldehyde rule for composite wood products
• USA: Petition to CPSC requesting exemption of inflatable head protective devices from the bicycle helmet safety standard
• USA: CPSC seeks comments on age guideline for toys
• Malaysia: Draft amendment of labelling requirement for feeding bottles and teats
• USA: ASTM F2388 baby changing table updates
• USA: ASTM international revised the standard for care symbols for textile products

• USA: New York state intends to regulate toxic chemicals in pet products
• USA: EPA was judged illegally delaying the enforcement date of formaldehyde emission standards for composite wood products rule (TSCA Title VI)
• EU: Proposed amendments on Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 on plastic materials and articles for food contact
• Australia: EMC standards EN 55022, EN 55013, CISPR 22, or CISPR 13 no longer enforce in Australia
• Philippines: Mandatory Philippines National Standard (PNS) for self-ballasted LED lamps enforce
• Saudi Arabia: Energy efficiency standards update
• EU: REACH 10-year review report is now available
• USA: AAFA published 19th edition of RSL
• ISO publishes new standard for ceramic knives
• EU REACH: Public consultation of the 19th update of the Candidate List launched
• Technical guidance on Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons

• EU: European Commission Amends Textile Fibre Labelling Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011
• New Zealand: New voluntary guideline for household goods with button batteries
• Singapore: Environmental agency tightens control of mercury-added batteries
• EU: New stakeholder consultation opens for RoHS exemptions
• EU: REACH restriction inspection results in toys, adhesives and jewellery
• Australia updates the mandatory safety standard for basketball ring and backboards
• EU: EC-type approval protocols updated for toys
• EU: Regulation (EU) No 2018/213: BPA in food contact and plastics finalised

• EU: Amendment to Commission Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 on plastic
• EU: WTO draft restriction on CMRs in textiles
• USA: CPSC updates the laboratory acceptance and exemption on certain plastics for final phthalates rules
• USA: Federal Trade Commission amends the Textile Rules (16 CFR 303)
• Thailand: Consumer Protection Board proposes labelling for phone cases containing liquid chemicals
• EU: CEN publishes new activity toys standard EN 71-8:2018
• USA: EPA updates multiple voluntary consensus standards in formaldehyde emission standards for composite wood products rule (TSCA Title VI)

• USA: California lists three new substances under Proposition 65
• USA: WCMA announces new window covering safety standard ANSI/WCMA A100.1-2018
• USA: CPSC extends comments period for Advance Notice of proposed rulemaking regarding clothing storage unit tip overs

• Australia: New mandatory safety standard for swimming and floating aids
• USA: California second priority product work plan 2018-2020
• EU: REACH Candidate List expands to 181 SVHCs
• Technical Guidance on Short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs)

• USA: California amends Prop 65 new warning regulations
• HK: Proposed updates to safety standards for toys and children products
• EU: Restriction on PFCAs proposed under REACH
• Vietnam: New regulation on Azo dyes and Formaldehyde in textile products published
• Japan proposed restriction on SCCPs, DecaBDE and PFOS
• Singapore published ban on SCCPs