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FCM Testing: Ensuring Safety and Compliance for Businesses
In the world of food packaging and containers, food contact materials (FCMs) play a critical role. Think of plastic containers, glass jars, or aluminum trays—they all help keep food fresh, safe, and easy to handle. But these materials also need to be rigorously tested to ensure they’re safe for consumers. For businesses and manufacturers, FCM…
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The Importance of Toy Testing: Safeguarding Your Brand And Protecting Young Consumers
In a market full of innovative toys, from interactive gadgets to complex building sets, product safety is crucial for manufacturers and retailers. As parents grow more vigilant about toy safety, businesses must prioritize toy testing to build consumer trust, ensure compliance, and protect their brand’s reputation. Testing isn’t just about following regulations; it’s about creating…
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How Dangerous Goods Testing Ensures Safety at Every Step
Transporting and handling hazardous materials is serious business, and staying safe is the number one priority. That’s where dangerous goods testing comes in—it’s all about making sure potentially harmful substances are handled and moved without causing any accidents or harm. But what does dangerous goods testing actually involve, and why does it matter so much?…
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Recent updates on food contact materials
Germany’s BfR has updated several food contact material recommendations 1 XV. Silicone The main updates are as follows: a) Deleted the extractable requirements; b) Modified the test conditions for VOM: The test conditions for silicone materials remain the same as the old version; while heat-resistant silicone composite materials can use the test conditions in Table…
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The Importance Of Leather Testing For Quality Control
Leather is a material that is used in many industries, including furniture, automotive, aviation, fashion, and more. However, the type of animal hide, tanning method, and production procedures affect the product’s quality and longevity; thus, leather product testing is crucial to guarantee that the products meet industry standards and customer expectations. What Is Leather Testing? …
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Why Is Electrical Safety Product Testing Necessary
We all depend on electrical technology, from phones and computers to appliances and tools. Although most of us rely on these devices daily, not many consider the risks that could be terrible if we don’t take measures. That is why it is crucial to conduct electrical product testing. It ensures that technological products are safe…
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Understanding The Regulations Of Bassinet Safety
Safety should be your top priority when shopping for baby products. Baby products are subject to stricter regulations than general consumer goods. Although parents often prioritize the safety of food and infant items that come into touch with food, it is equally crucial to ensure that baby furniture, including bassinets, is safe. New regulations for…
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Toy Testing And EN71 Certificate
Childhood isn’t complete without toys. Toys serve multiple purposes: amusement, education, and development. However, if they are created using low-quality materials and safety regulations, they can be dangerous. Here is where EN71 is useful. This certification oversees toy testing in the EU and sets the criteria for reliability and safety. Any toy sold within the…
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Ensuring High Quality With Plush Toy Inspection
Plush toys are irresistible; they make people of all ages happy. In fact, the stuffed toy demand and sales have been on the rise, with a global market valuation of $7.98B in 2018 and a projected CAGR of 7.61% through 2025. Beyond their charming exteriors, however, lies a major concern, which is safety. But beyond…
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The Role Of Testing Facilities In Electronic Product Certification
Innovation in the electronics sector can be challenging. You have to follow many rules and regulations to ensure your products are safe, function well, and environmentally friendly. You also have to satisfy your customers’ demanding quality control standards. Electrical product testing is one way to do this; independent testing facilities are essential. They offer expertise…
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Textile Testing For Manufacturers Why Is It Important?
Before launching in the market, a product must undergo rigorous testing to identify and remove any flaws. The same goes for clothing items; textile clothing testing guarantees that the materials are safe for consumers, maintain quality standards, and comply with set regulations. What Is Textile Testing? Textile testing is the process of evaluating the quality…
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US CPSC Issues Direct Final Rule for Infant and Cradle Swings
On May 30, 2024, the CPSC published a direct final rule to update 16 CFR 1223, the safety standard for infant and cradle swings（including combination swings）. The rule incorporates the latest version ASTM F2088-24(Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Infant and Cradle Swings) with no modifications. It will become effective on September 14, 2024, provided the…
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Why Is Jewelry Testing Essential For Consumers And Manufacturers?
When discussing the jewelry industry, intricate craftsmanship, exquisite designs, and precious metals exist. Whether it’s a shimmering diamond engagement ring, a sparkling gold necklace, or a pair of pearl earrings, jewelry holds both sentimental and monetary value for consumers worldwide. However, behind the beauty of these adornments lies a vital aspect often overlooked: jewelry testing.…
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Phthalates Regulations In Food Contact Materials
The issue of phthalates is urgent for manufacturers of food and food-contact items. People are worried that these chemical substances in plastics and other ubiquitous products could make their way into food and cause health problems. Manufacturers are bound to comply with the set standards that limit the use of phthalates in food-related products. When…
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The Role of Toy Testing on Product Design
Testing kids’ toys is an essential step in the product development process. It ensures not only their safety but also their functionality and appeal. In today’s competitive market, where innovation is key, understanding how testing toys influences product design is a matter of concern for manufacturers. Read on to learn the various aspects of toy…
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How to Get LFGB Certificate?
The background and purpose of LFGB certification： As people’s attention to food safety issues continues to increase, governments and regulatory agencies in various countries have increasingly strict regulatory requirements for food contact materials. As one of the earliest countries in the world to pay attention to the safety of food contact materials, Germany has formulated…
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How to get CPC certificate for Children Pajamas?
Children’s Pajamas Sizes 0 months to 14 years:Children’s sleepwear includes any article of clothing, such as a nightgown, pajama, robe, or lounge wear, that is intended to be worn primarily for sleeping, or activities related to sleeping, by children ages 12 or younger. Tight- and snug-fitting sleepwear： “Tight-fitting” or “snug-fitting” sleepwear is made to fit…
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Why is Quality Assurance in Food Packaging essential
Packaging plays a vital role in delivering products to consumers in a safe, secure, and appealing manner. Its importance extends beyond the physical protection of goods. It also impacts brand perception and customer satisfaction. Food Contact Material Testing for packaging ensures that packaging meets the required standards and executes its functions effectively. Read on to…
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How to Get FDA Test Report for Food Contact Materials?
Food contact materials and products may affect the smell, taste and color of food during the process of contact with food, and may also release a certain amount of toxic chemical components such as heavy metals and toxic additives. These chemical components will migrate into food and Ingested by the human body, endangering human health.…
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What does a Tracking Label Contain?
According to guidance from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), children’s products must contain tracking labels: Tracking labels mean that all children’s products must have legible, permanent markings that are affixed to the product and product packaging in legible fonts and must provide certain identifying information. The function of tracking labels is to increase the…
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How much do you know CPC certificate for Carriages and strollers?
According to Amazon’s requirements, all carriages and strollers should be tested and comply with specific regulations or standards. How much do you know? Now let’s learn the specifics. The introduction of carriages and strollers: Carriages A carriage is a wheeled vehicle used for the transport of one or more infants, generally in a lying-down position.…
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Amazon’s sites in various countries infant and toddler feeding products requirements
Infant and toddler feeding products are hot-selling children’s products. Every year our country exports large quantities of such products. In recent years, various countries have become more stringent in their safety requirements for children’s products. What are the safety requirements for infant and toddler feeding products in different countries? Amazon US site Infant and…
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Do you know EU toys EN71?
What is EN71? Children are the most concerned and cherished group in society. The market for toys that are generally loved by children is developing rapidly, and quality problems of toys often cause harm to children. Therefore, countries around the world have increasingly stringent requirements for toys in their own markets. The regulatory standard for…
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Complete list of EU CE certification directives and product scope
As import and export trade heats up, many companies have exported their high-quality products to European and American countries. If a product needs to be exported, it must undergo relevant certification before it can enter the European and American markets. CE certification is one of them. Here I would like to introduce to you the…
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How Can Toy Testing Help You Boost Your Amazon Sales?
In 2024, the revenue in the Toys & Games market in the United States is forecasted to reach US$40 billion. This market segment is anticipated to experience an annual growth rate of 3.65%, as measured by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028. If you are into toy business, learn everything about…
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Why Jewellery Testing is Important & How To get The Authenticity Certificate
Jewelry making is a huge industry and had a market share of approximately USD 334.59 billion in 2022. It is projected to increase to USD 461.26 billion by 2030. This should give you an idea how big the industry is. While the projection may look promising, it is important for jewelry businesses to stay on…
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EU updates REACH regulations SVHC (240 items)!
On January 23, 2024, ECHA released the 30th batch of SVHC lists (6 items), adding reasons for adding DBP to a total of 240 items. SVHC, the abbreviation of Substance of Very High Concern, is a class of hazardous substances specified in the EU REACH regulations. According to Article 57 of the EU REACH regulation,…
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Top 5 Reasons To Get Your Product Tested For Electrical Safety
Keeping electrical products safe is super important for companies to ensure people don’t get hurt while using their gadgets. When brands focus on safety, they build trust with customers and make sure their products work well. It’s a win-win: happy customers and a good reputation in the industry. Additionally, the safety of electrical devices and…
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The Role of Food Contact Materials in Safety Assessment
Access to nutritious, healthy, and safe food has always been of utmost importance to consumers worldwide. However, changes in food preparation and consumption indicate food packaging and contact materials also significantly contribute to providing safe food to consumers. As a result, Food Contact Material Testing is subject to regulations in most major markets. These regulations…
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Zhejiang HUAK Testing Technology Co., Ltd. accepted the on-site review by the expert audit team appointed by the American IAS
From October 29 to November 3, 2023, Zhejiang HUAK Testing Technology Co., Ltd. accepted the on-site review by the expert review team appointed by the American IAS, and successfully passed the annual re-evaluation and the on-site review of the project. In addition to its original capabilities, the eight newly applied standards in the field of…
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Zhejiang HUAK Successfully Obtained ISO 17025 Accredited Laboratory
Zhejiang HUAK Testing Technology Co., Ltd. successfully passed the requirements of the IAS testing laboratory accreditation criteria and became an ISO17025 accredited laboratory on December 19, 2022.