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UPDATED RULES FOR PRODUCT ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILES LAW-MAKERS AND REGULATORS REINFORCE ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENTS DEMONSTRATING SEAFOOD SUSTAINABILITY BUILT TO LAST? A LAW IN FRANCE TO COMBAT PLANNED OBSOLESCENCE FOR APPLIANCES EDITORIAL PAGE 2

DEAR READER,

If you made sustainability one of the pillars of your strategic growth, you’re doing things right, regardless of your industry. You‘re probably doing things better than a large number of your competitors. Sustainability parameters play an important role in consumers’ decisions and in the designing process of the future regulatory background of consumer industries. As a result, businesses cannot continue ignoring how their use of resources and the use of their products impact the environment, the health of consumers and the future of the industry. The newest Consumer Compact issue brings Sustainability back into focus, showcasing some of the latest updates to relevant pieces of legislation, such as the PEP Ecopassport, RoHS and several other initiatives geared towards environmental protection. Read more about the new French law aimed at ridding the market of appliances with built-in obsolescence and how toys destined for the Middle East are affected by the Chemical Requirements of GCC. Furthermore, we bring you industry examples of how the sustainable approach has been implemented in the seafood and footwear industries. Also, don’t miss out on the latest SGS insider news and our tour of SGS India’s labs. For the complete range of SGS services and support visit: www.sgs.com/cgnr. The SGS Consumer Goods and Retail Marketing Team

IN THIS ISSUE

INDUSTRY NEWS CONSUMER PRODUCTS Updated Rules for Product Environmental Profiles - read article Page 3 Law-makers and Regulators Reinforce Environmental Commitments - read article Page 4 SOFTLINES Sustainability in the Footwear Industry - read article Page 6 FOOD Demonstrating Seafood Sustainability - read article Page 8 TOYS & JUVENILE PRODUCTS GCC Chemical Requirements for Toys Now in Force - read article Page 10 COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE & HOUSEHOLD In-vitro testing: alternative methods to assess toxicology and efficacy of cosmetics - read article Page 12 ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS Hazardous Substances Added to RoHS Directive and Their Restricted Use - read article Page 14 Built to Last? A Law in France to Combat Planned Obsolescence for Appliances - read article Page 16

SGS IN THE NEWS, SGS EVENTS AND PUBLICATIONS Focus on SGS Labs - a close look at SGS state-of-the-art testing facilities Page 18 SGS In The News & Product Recalls - new services, accreditations, updates Page 19 Trade Shows and White Papers - meet the SGS experts Page 20 SafeGuards - information on new standards, regulations and test methods Page 21 Publications & Subscriptions - stay on top of all new market developments Page 22

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UPDATED RULES FOR PRODUCT ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILES

The PEP ecopassport® Association Steering Committee approved the 3rd edition of its Product Category Rules (PCR) on 2 April 2015. This new edition updates existing guidance, improves clarity, ensures consistency in the Product Environmental Profiles (PEPs) being delivered, and harmonises with updated market requirements.

Environmental assessments, (where appropriate) an environmental compliance of a PEP declaration to increasingly required by clients, allow assessment. The 3rd edition replaces its the scheme’s rules, as well as the the electrical, electronic and HVAC-R predecessor, though edition 2.1 remains requirements specified in ISO 14025, (heating, ventilation, air-conditioning valid for assessments until 2 October 2015. taking into account industry best practices. and refrigeration) manufacturers to demonstrate their products’ GREEN BUILDING BENEFITS STREAMLINED PEP ECOPASSPORT® environmental credentials in a clear and Harmonisation with EN 15804 means ACCREDITATION consistent format that is common across that PEP ecopassports® now count as all PEP products. With three accredited PEP verifiers , at environmental product declarations SGS we can streamline the assessment After formal verification, environmental (EPDs). This increases the schemes and verification process. We can offer assessments can be upgraded to PEP recognition by environmental labels that a ‘one stop’ PEP ecopassport® service ecopassports® – an environmental require environmental declarations for for electrical, electronic and H-VAC identity card for electrical, electronic and construction products and equipment manufacturers in Europe and North HVAC-R products. It presents the results used, such as HVE or LEED. It also meets America, saving both time and money. of a life cycle analysis (LCA) consistently the requirements of France’s Direction de We can train in-house staff to complete in accordance with international l’Habitat, de l’Urbanisme et des Paysages environmental assessments against the standards such as ISO’s 14025, 14040 (DHUP) scheme. new 3rd edition PCR, or complete the and 14044. More than 1,000 PEPs are assessment on behalf of clients. Once available for a range of E&E and HVAC-R FROM ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT complete, one of our accredited verifiers products. ® TO PEP ECOPASSPORT can make the final assessment of the Manufacturers, or third party consultants, PEP and, if appropriate, award a PEP NEW PCR, NEW RULES ® can complete environmental assessments. ecopassport . Building on the experience of the To achieve a PEP ecopassport® though, For more information on our ecodesign first 1,000 PEPs, the new PCR has an official PEP accredited verifier must services, visit SGS Product Sustainability. been updated to keep up to date approve the assessment. Supply chain Caroline Girot and harmonise its requirements assessment solutions consultants offer EcodesignConsultant with ever-changing international and support to companies in Europe, North SGS France European regulations. In particular, America or Asia in the delivery of life [email protected] the updates harmonise with EN cycle analyses that comply with the t +33 1 41 24 88 03 15804 the recent European standard requirements of the PEP ecopassport®. SGS Consumer Goods & Retail concerning environmental declarations Accredited PEP verifiers check the for construction products. The PEP Association, agile and responsive to the industry’s needs, has also taken this opportunity to clarify the data and processes required. The aim is to ensure that assessors apply the same rules and methodologies to every assessment. Full details can be found on the PEP website1. Manufacturers, or third party assessors, use the PCR to produce and verify

1 PEP Ecopassport - Produce a LCA 2 SGS Expands PEP Ecopassport Program Verification INDUSTRY NEWS - CONSUMER PRODUCTS PAGE 4

LAW-MAKERS AND REGULATORS REINFORCE ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENTS

In 2015, China reinforced its environmental policies and laws, strengthening air and water pollution controls. Almost immediately, polluters found themselves subject to litigation, for example, a group of chemical companies subjected to compensation demands for about US$26 million1. China is supporting victims of air and water pollution by actively clamping down on polluters and forcing them to comply with environmental regulations. Other countries are implementing similar measures. Some companies are also taking the lead on the subject, implementing ambitious initiatives, moving faster than policy development.

Some brands and retailers are now implementing dynamic and ambitious voluntary sustainability programmes. They are measuring tangible impacts of their industrial processes and their commitments are pulling forward their services providers and competitors. For example, site assessments are routinely combined with laboratory analysis (e.g. waste water, incoming water, sludge sampling). Thus, voluntary initiatives are a strong driver for supply chain improvement, which coincide with higher regulatory and NGO pressures. But for other market players, how to identify relevant actions and make the first step? Around the world, many governments For example, as a result of the environmental risks relevant to their are strengthening regulations, with Greenpeace Detox Campaign, some sector. It is the starting point to solve commitments to build the relevant of world famous fashion brands but the issues found in the supply chain, frameworks for environmental protection also some retailers have committed to and reduce environmental footprint. and vigilance. For example: eliminating toxic chemicals from their Extending a company’s responsibility to Due diligence duty for parent manufacturing processes and supply all steps of the supply chain is driving companies in France chains. Greenpeace persuaded brands to industrials and retailers to monitor all disclose information about their supply- the potential impacts of their activities, OECD guidelines chains and their progress, in recognition worldwide, including environmental European Parliament resolution of of the public’s “right to know”. ones. It requires organisations to evolve 29 April 2015 … on the Bangladesh and acquire new skills and processes. 2 Sustainability Compact GO BEYOND THE CORPORATE SHELL SECURE SUPPLY-CHAIN ENVIRONMENTAL Increased empowerment of stakeholders Many industries saw the appearance, (NGOs, unions, etc.) and their need for in 1996, of ISO 14001 as a solution to PERFORMANCE transparency has pushed forward these manage all environmental risks, including The Global Social Compliance recent policy developments. those impacting supply chains. However, Programme (GSCP) for Environment has Pro-active communication campaigns, many factories are not structured to been designed to stimulate and support especially those using social networks, implement such systems. Lubricant this new focus. Several initiatives use have helped NGOs to increase their leakage, waste burning in backyards and the principles of this framework to audience and their capacity to have an water or electricity overconsumption improve supply-chain environmental impact on brand reputations. are regularly observed in factories. Very performance by using self-assessment, often this is not malicious, but due to an audit, training and consulting. Major 1 Library of Congress - Notable Environmental ignorance of environmental topics. initiatives include BEPI, SAC/Higg Index Public Interest Lawsuit Every company should identify and ZDHC. 2 European Parliament Resolution - Bangladesh Sustainability Compact INDUSTRY NEWS - CONSUMER PRODUCTS PAGE 5

ABOUT GSCP: The GSCP includes environmental clauses. This cross-industry platform provides retailers, service providers and related stakeholders with a global approach for the continuous improvement of working and environmental conditions in supply chains.

ABOUT BEPI: The Business Environmental Performance Initiative3 (BEPI) is the business-driven service developed by the Foreign Trade Association (FTA) for retailers and importers to improve environmental performance in their supply factories worldwide. Initially developed in 2012, BEPI provides a practical framework that supports all product sectors, in all countries, to reduce environmental impacts, business risks and costs through improved environmental practices. Built coalition is the Higg Index – a suite of in your supply chain (e.g. a sectorial to help producers of all sizes to develop assessment tools that standardizes the initiative), audit suppliers and setup an Environmental Management System, measurement of the environmental and improvement programmes. Simple but BEPI works to reduce environmental social impacts of apparel and footwear effective actions can be taken to remove impacts and increase operating efficiency. products across the product lifecycle or at least reduce pollution sources from Through BEPI, member companies, throughout the value chain. the supply chain, and some tools are mainly in the consumer sector worldwide, readily available. can access a concrete system to CURRENT SITUATION A BUNDLE OF ENVIRONMENTAL implement environmental performance It is early days for this market and most measures in their supply chain. companies are measuring their supply- SERVICES chain impacts with the aim of taking With experienced project managers, ABOUT ZDHC definitive actions. Following these auditors and consultants, SGS can In 2011, in response of the Greenpeace measures we identify two groups of provide a bundle of solutions and tailor Detox campaign, a group of major apparel companies, those that are considering made programs. We facilitate the and footwear brands and retailers made how they will go move forward and are preparation and the management of the a shared commitment to help lead preparing strategies, and others that are project, with trainings, technical support the industry towards Zero Discharge acquiring a more advanced knowledge and KPIs monitoring. We deploy it on of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) by of their suppliers. They are achieving the field with self-assessment, audit, 2020. The Joint Roadmap is a plan that this by conducting on-site assessments, environmental testing and capacity sets a new standard of environmental including environmental audits (practices building. and process of manufacturing, on-site performance, including specific Pierre Boccon-Gibod environmental management) and effluent commitments and timelines to realize this Supply chain Assessments & Solutions analysis (waste water, sludge, hazardous shared goal. Project Manager substances residues on products), all to SGS France help build capacity for improving their ABOUT SAC/HIGG INDEX [email protected] environmental footprint. The Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) is t. +33 1 41 24 87 02 a trade organization comprised of brands, THE WAY FORWARD Serge A. Guedegbe retailers, manufacturers, governments, Supply chain Assessments & Solutions High-level steps to progress can be NGO and academic experts, representing Business Development Manager summarised as follows: define an more than a third of the global apparel SGS France environmental policy applicable across and footwear market. The focus of the [email protected] your supply chain, define a system to t: +33 1 41 24 87 05 identify and monitor environmental issues 3 Business Environmental Performance Initiative SGS Consumer Goods & Retail INDUSTRY NEWS - SOFTLINES PAGE 6

SUSTAINABILITY IN THE FOOTWEAR INDUSTRY

In 2014, the USA consumed 233 million pairs of footwear with imports representing 98.3% of the total volume. Researchers have estimated that footwear consumption will double every 20 years and this growth has made consumer product sustainability a key element of discussion for nearly a decade. The key stakeholders to drive the concept of sustainability are consumers, governments, NGOs, industry leaders, supply chain partners and society in general.

PRODUCT DESIGN easily separated at the ‘end of life’ stage of these materials may have its own i.e. when the consumer no longer has sustainability issues and there is a There are many aspects to sustainability use for the product. Components which need for alternative products. In some including energy usage, water consumption, can be easily separated can significantly cases, these replacement products ability to recycle and social responsibility. improve the potential to recycle the may lead to a reduction in product Incorporating sustainability at the product materials for future re-use. This is often performance but often they also can lead design stage is arguably the single most improved by the elimination of adhesives to improvements. critical element in the process. or by the use of components which fit Where possible, the selection of natural Products which have been optimally together or fit around one another simply or bio-based products, renewable designed for sustainability are those but effectively. resources or recycled products is in which the overall material usage generally preferred. These products is drastically reduced. Examples can MATERIALS USED IN CURRENT have different levels of sustainability include the ability to reduce or totally FOOTWEAR INDUSTRY but all reduce or avoid a reliance on eliminate the use of adhesives or even petrochemicals. There are many to eliminate complete components such Once the design has been optimised, examples of commercial products which as lining materials by creating smooth the selection of the component can be exemplified by this approach but seamed uppers. Reducing or completely materials can significantly improve the few appear to have been promoted in engineering components out of the sustainability profile. The core materials large volumes and are still mainly seen product can lead to both material and used in the footwear industry are leather, as niche products. cost savings. Design also can ensure that textiles, adhesives, synthetic rubber, the individual components can be more PVC and polyurethane materials. Each INDUSTRY NEWS - SOFTLINES PAGE 7

LEATHER ADHESIVES SYNTHETIC RUBBERS Whilst the hide raw material is a sustainable These play a vital role in footwear This petrochemical material is a product, appropriate selection of tanning production for bonding the leather upper popular choice as a sole material and is and processing chemicals can have a to the lining and sole. Different types of considered to have a poor environmental large influence on the overall profile. In adhesives used in the footwear industry profile. The use of the more expensive addition to the use of natural tannages may be solvent based, radiation cured or natural rubber can improve both the such as the use of vegetable extracts, hot melts and often carry environmental product quality and sustainability profile the partial or full use of plant extract concerns. Where the use of the with the additional option to use natural fatliquors and natural dyestuffs can lead adhesive cannot be designed out of fillers such as rice husks. There are a to improved sustainability. In certain the product, water based adhesives are number of shoe manufacturers who also cases, leather may be completely replaced generally preferred. use recycled car tyres as a replacement by sustainable textiles. POLYURETHANE FOAMS rubber sole by directly cutting from the TEXTILES These synthetic products are widely disposed tyre. There are a wide range of textiles and used to increase comfort and are coated fabrics used as both uppers widely used in many footwear types. SUMMARY and lining materials many of which are Because of their chemical nature, the The footwear industry has explored a petrochemical based and unsustainable. petrochemical based element of the raw number of approaches to improve its Alternative natural based textiles are ingredient (the ‘polyol’) has the capacity sustainability profile but few have been available with examples including hemp, to be partially replaced with plant widely adopted. The footwear design jute, silk, flax, cotton, bamboo, coconut, based products with a similar chemical and material selection are just two linen, wool and cashmere. In addition profile. One of the more popular natural aspects of sustainability but both are to these natural based alternatives, replacement products is based on critical in moving the industry forward. recycled polyester (for example from a soybean extract which whilst not There are many natural or recyclable plastic bottles) has been used in both completely replacing the synthetic PU, it alternatives available and many more garments and footwear products. does allow a significant reduction in the that will undoubtedly be developed in the Recycled coffee grounds also have been overall use of fossil fuels. future. used as a component in linings. Manufacturing sustainable footwear which meets the aesthetic and performance requirements of the customer continues to be a major challenge for the industry. Achieving this whilst maintaining financial competitiveness remains the sustainability goal. Karen E. Kyllo, Ph.D. Deputy Vice President, Global Softlines SGS North America Inc. [email protected] t +1 973 461 7934 Andrew Hudson, Ph.D. Global Technical Manager (Leather and Footwear), Global Softlines SGS United Kingdom Limited [email protected] t +44 7841 566777 P. Venkatesan Global PPE & Footwear / Leather Manager, Global Softlines SGS India Pvt. Ltd. [email protected] t +91 44 66081620 SGS Consumer Goods & Retail INDUSTRY NEWS - FOOD PAGE 8

DEMONSTRATING SEAFOOD SUSTAINABILITY

Along with food safety and quality, the seafood industry now considers the measurement of its sustainability as a driving force toward better management of our natural resources, the health and safety of its workers, and the operating efficiency of its business.

No one can underestimate the Three food and seafood specific corrective actions. Businesses will likely importance of ensuring that seafood is standard-setting organisations are working see a reduction in the management sourced sustainably from the planet’s together to increase efficiency and reduce time and money spent on certification lakes, rivers and oceans. However, it duplication in the auditing process. In April, activities, thereby making them more was not so long ago that consumers, at the Global Seafood Expo in Brussels, efficient and therefore, more sustainable. the media and the food industry itself the Global Aquaculture Alliance (GAA), overlooked the importance of the social Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) CLARITY IN SUSTAINABILITY and economic aspects of sustainability. and GlobalG.A.P. took the significant step of agreeing to combine checklists As discussed, the range of certification A sustainable seafood business is one programmes can be confusing, that is financially viable, measures and for farms seeking to achieve certification against more than one standard. and choosing the most appropriate protects all aspects of its global supply solution for a business is not always chain and is respectful to both employee A combined checklist minimises the straightforward. To address this issue, and community rights. duplication of audit points between the Global Sustainable Seafood Initiative certification programmes and comprises all (GSSI), an alliance between partners BENCHMARKING SUSTAINABILITY IN audit points of one standard supplemented from different sectors including retailers, by specific add-on clauses for other AQUACULTURE SOURCING seafood processors, foodservice and standard(s). A farm pursuing multiple NGOs, is developing a benchmarking Different markets have different certifications can select any one of the tool to provide transparency between requirements for seafood products, three programmes as the primary standard labelling and seafood certification their sourcing and their management and then select the desired add-ons. programmes. This tool may be useful systems. Keeping up to date with the Streamlining checklists in this way for seafood businesses, as it will latest developments and submitting to enables the farming industry to shift enable comparison between different multiple audits is a time-consuming and the focus of their expenditures from certification programmes, to help make expensive exercise. But help may be on repetitive audits toward sustainable sourcing decisions. the horizon. Work has been ongoing for two years, with three expert working groups covering aquaculture, fisheries, and the procedural, institutional and evaluation processes of seafood certification. To keep stakeholders up to date with progress the GSSI has launched a new website: http://www.ourgssi.org. In combination with GAA, ASC and GlobalG.A.P. checklist streamlining, there is significant potential for the seafood supply chain to become more efficient in its audit and certification programmes, at the same time as creating a more sustainable business model, through better decision-making and eradicating duplication of effort. Another major promoter of seafood sustainability certification, the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), which sets standards for sustainable fishing and seafood traceability, has welcomed the GSSI initiative1.

1 Marine Stewardship Council - Statement on Proposed Global Sustainable Seafood Initiative INDUSTRY NEWS - FOOD PAGE 9

SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY Commission, and numerous media CERTIFIED FOR SUCCESS stories have highlighted the exploitative Sustainability does not end with Whether for environmental management employment practices and illegal fishing traditional sustainable certification systems, business integrity or social activities within the industry. Moreover, schemes. These have largely focussed responsibility, sustainability audits a substantial number of independent on good husbandry and environmental demonstrate the degree of compliance, seafood processing plant audits are practices but commercial clients and identify shortcomings and best practices still yielding unsatisfactory results in consumers are now asking more and provide information or recommend worker health and safety, working questions about the treatment of the certification, as appropriate to the hour violations against common codes, workforce across a range of topics. requirements of the sustainability standard. excessive labour recruiting fees, and For many seafood brands, the “Road discriminatory employment practices. The benefits of sustainability are two- to Social Accountability” often began As the seafood industry comes to a fold. Not only does it allow the seafood from a demand for compliance to one or common understanding of these issues supply chain to provide information more global customer’s Code of Conduct and begins to engage both their supply demonstrating its credentials to customers, which focussed on these topics. That chain partners and their relevant host but it also gives individual businesses a initial demand has now accelerated country governments in sustainable framework for ensuring that responsible from the seafood processor back to the practices, the industry will enhance its sourcing, welfare at work, and other feed mill and includes not only direct reputation as a truly sustainable one. indicators are implemented and employees but also temporary labour maintained within their own organisation. Social responsibility now means more and contractors. Whilst many schemes than meeting internationally agreed Together with investments in food safety are in place and are actively monitoring labour standards. Equally competitive and quality, the returns from investments conditions in factories and processors, retail markets and global supply in sustainability are demonstrating a the complexity of monitoring fishing chains within the softgoods, toy and measurable impact on the long term fleets remains the industry’s “elephant electronics industries have provided viability of the seafood industry. in the room”. Companies looking to many case studies from which the have an assurance about the social Kevin S. Edwards seafood industry can learn. In addition, sustainability standards in their supply Associate Director Food the seafood industry is now well-versed chain must therefore carefully apply SGS North America Inc. in the power of social media to demand those principles to a more dynamic and [email protected] stronger attention to socially responsible moving environment with variations t +1 973 461 7903 supply chains and to focus attention in jurisdiction, local law, vessel safety, Jack Vader on their efforts in building sustainable labour contracts, worker health and Consumer Testing Services solutions. By supporting the continuous safety, availability of ship board records Program Manager MSC/ASC CoC improvement of the social performance and time at sea. In doing this they SGS Nederland BV of suppliers the industry can, in return, also need to take account of auditor [email protected] improve public perception of the industry safety, especially if they are sending t +31 181 693 285 and reassure customers. individuals to monitor conditions on SGS Agriculture & Food board. Moreover, the seafood industry leaders are recognizing that investments in the social accountability programs provide essential information not only for benchmarking and brand protection but also for supplier evaluation. In the past year alone, there has been greater attention and action from the global governing bodies and the media. The US State Department’s Trafficking in Persons Report, the European INDUSTRY NEWS - TOYS & JUVENILE PRODUCTS PAGE 10

GCC CHEMICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR TOYS NOW IN FORCE

The GCC Technical Regulation on Children’s Toys, BD-131704-01, has been fully enforced since the chemical requirements came into effect on 15 July 2015. From this date onwards, toys marketed, distributed and sold in the Gulf States are obliged to meet all requirements under this Regulation.

IS YOUR PRODUCT FIT FOR USE? The GCC Technical Regulation BD- 131704-01 has been in force since 1 January 2014 and implemented in two phases. The second implementation phase was the chemical requirements. Since 15 July 2015, all toys manufactured in, or imported into a Gulf State (, , , , , (UAE) and Yemen) must comply. All compliant toys must display the GCC conformity quality marking, the G-Mark.

CHEMICAL REQUIREMENTS WHAT QUALIFIES AS A TOY IN GCC? GCC TECHNICAL REGULATION Since 15 July 2015, toy manufacturers The GCC Technical Regulation defines REQUIREMENTS and importers in any of the Gulf States toys as an item “designed or intended, There are a number of essential safety must ensure that all products comply whether or not exclusively, for use parameters for toys falling within the with the GCC Technical Regulation, in play by children under 14 years of scope of the Technical Regulation: age”. This means that aside from the including the use of chemicals such as: General Product Safety Regulation exempted products listed below and 19 soluble elements (BD-091005-04) in Technical Regulation BD-131704-01, Allergenic fragrances all toys designed for children under 14 Physical and mechanical properties CMR substances (carcinogenic, to use in play must comply. Exempted Flammability mutagenic or reprotoxic) products include: Chemicals N-Nitrosamines and N-nitrosatable Automatic playing machines, Electrical, hygiene and radioactivity substances whether coin operated or not, properties intended for public use Phthalates Safety assessment Playground equipment intended for public use Slings and catapults Toy steam engines Toy vehicles equipped with combustion engines INDUSTRY NEWS - TOYS & JUVENILE PRODUCTS PAGE 11

TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION In addition to the safety requirements listed on the previous page, each toy requires technical documentation. This establishes the applicable requirements, as well as the assessment, design, manufacture and operation of the toy. It should contain: A general description of the toy A detailed description, with conceptual design and manufacturing drawings, including list of components and materials e.g. bill of materials (BOM) Safety data sheets (SDS) for the chemicals used Safety assessments Test reports Declaration of conformity (DOC) GC TYPE EXAMINATION Our expertise in compliance GULF CONFORMITY MARK (G-MARK) management will help you make This is the stage of the conformity the right choices to access the GCC The G-mark testifies compliance with assessment procedure in which the markets, while carrying out the GCC-wide safety regulations for toys. chosen Notified Body, as required, necessary testing and certification On successful completion of the examines the technical design of a toy quickly and professionally. We can: assessment and certification processes, and verifies and attests that its technical toys must display the G-Mark on the design meets the requirements of the Conduct conformity assessments toy itself or its packaging. It must be GCC Technical Regulation on Children’s Conduct safety assessments at least 5 mm high and must be in a Toys. On successful completion of the (physical & mechanical, chemical clear, legible, permanent and inerasable type examination, a toy will receive a GC etc) for technical documentation format. Only toys demonstrating Type Examination Certificate. Conduct GC-type examinations compliance to Technical Regulation BD- Review labels and markings in Arabic 131704-01 qualify to display the G-Mark. ECONOMIC OPERATORS Assist to prepare Declarations of The GCC Regulation includes obligations WARNINGS Conformity (DOCs) for manufacturers, authorised The GCC standards are broadly in line representatives, importers who are Issue Certificates of Conformity with the requirements of the European linked to the manufacturer, importers (COCs) Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC and who are unlinked to the manufacturer Independent and innovative, our toy EN 71 standards. However, all toys (e.g. trader), and distributors. experts use state-of-the-art facilities and must display relevant warnings and An importer or distributor would be technology to deliver tailor made added instructions in Arabic. considered as a manufacturer if it value services that help to improve your Warnings that determine a purchasing places a toy on the market under its business. own name or trademark, or modifies a decision, such as those specifying For more details visit www.sgs.com/toys toy in a manner that complies with the the minimum and maximum age for contact your local SGS representative or applicable requirements. users, must appear on the packaging reach out to our global team at: or otherwise be clearly visible to the [email protected]. consumer before purchase. WHY CHOOSE SGS? HingWo Tsang, Ph.D. To ensure clarity for consumers, SGS laboratories in Dubai, Hong Kong CTS Toys and Juvenile Products warnings must not conflict with a toy’s and Shenzhen are accredited Notified Information and Innovation Manager intended use. Bodies under GCC Technical Regulation SGS Hong Kong Limited on Children’s Toys (BD-131704-1). [email protected] t +852 2774 7420 SGS Consumer Goods & Retail INDUSTRY NEWS - COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE & HOUSEHOLD PAGE 12

IN-VITRO TESTING: ALTERNATIVE METHODS TO ASSESS TOXICOLOGY AND EFFICACY OF COSMETICS

Opposition to animal testing of cosmetic products and ingredients, as well as an outright ban across the EU, has been a significant driver to the in-vitro testing sector in recent years. As a result, the industry has seen technological advancements and innovations to make it both more useful and cost effective.

In-vitro toxicology testing is commonly EU BAN ON ANIMAL TESTING COSMETICS INDUSTRY IN-VITRO employed by the pharmaceutical, In 2013, EU Cosmetic Regulation METHODS cosmetic, chemical, food, medical device (1223/2009) introduced a ban on animal and diagnostics industries to test the The safety of cosmetic and personal testing for all new cosmetics sold in safety (toxicology/toxicity) and efficacy care products is key for manufacturers, Europe, and their ingredients. The ban of chemicals, bio-chemicals, materials, importers, retailers and consumers. also applies to products, or ingredients, preparations and vaccines. It offers an Nobody wants to hurt people, or be which have been subject to animal effective and ever-improving alternative hurt, by rogue products and ingredients. testing outside Europe. to animal testing. In some areas, such In-vitro toxicology testing helps you as cosmetics destined for the EU, it In-vitro toxicology testing offers a non- to evaluate a product or ingredients’ replaces animal testing completely. animal alternative to the cosmetics and potential to cause dermal/ocular irritation In others it can be used to reduce the personal care industry. It allows the or dermal corrosion when used by a number of animals and tests required, effective evaluation of the potential of consumer. The principal test methods or refine procedures to limit animal end products and ingredients to cause are cell-based and biochemical assays, impacts. skin (dermal) or eye (ocular) irritation, ex-vivo and in-silico. skin corrosion and other adverse side effects when consumers use them. IN-VITRO IN THE COSMETICS INDUSTRY In the cosmetics industry, in-vitro testing is used to confirm the lack of certain toxic properties in cosmetic and personal care products, as well as their ingredients. It can be used both to test the efficacy of products and to achieve regulatory approval. For instance, data on skin irritation effects are required by the following legislation: EU Regulation on Cosmetics Products (EC 1223/2009) Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation (EC 1272/2008) REACH Regulation (EC 1907/2006) INDUSTRY NEWS - COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE & HOUSEHOLD PAGE 13

ACUTE TOXICITY PHOTOTOXICITY Cytotoxicity tests assess the skin Skin corrosion tests assess the potential Phototoxicity tests (OECD 432) assess irritation potential on cultured human or of a substance/mixture to cause the potential for chemically induced skin mammalian cell lines. Cytotoxicity is the irreversible damage to the skin, such as: irritation, it is known as photoirritation, first test to provide reliable insight into Epidermal Skin Test (OECD 431) including for example: the safety of cosmetics. Toxic effects on 3T3 Neutral Red Uptake (NRU, NRR) the cellular level could be identified by Eye irritation/corrosion tests assess the potential for chemically induced damage different viability tests including: MUTAGENICITY to the eye that is reversible (irritation) or Neutral Red Uptake (NRU, NRR) Mutagenicity tests increase irreversible (corrosion), for example: MTT Assay understanding of the potential for Bovine corneal opacity and genotoxic hazard (DNA changes/ Microscopical LiveDead Test permeability (BCOP) test damage), for example: Skin irritation tests assess the potential Determination of haemolytic activity, Ames test in accordance with OECD for chemically induced skin damage that red blood cell (RBC) test 471, fluctuation and contact plate is reversible (irritation) or irreversible, for Hen’s Egg Test (HET-CAM) method example: Comet tests Reconstructed human epidermis (RhE) test method (OECD 439) SGS SERVICES With extensive experience in non-animal testing methods, our scientists conduct a broad range of in-vitro testing services addressing the issues of skin and eye irritation, skin corrosion, phototoxicity, cytotoxicity and mutagenicity. Using state-of-the-art testing equipment, our labs deliver testing services that comply with international standards, under both GLP and accredited conditions. Our global network of cosmetics and personal care experts are based at laboratories in Europe, Asia and the Americas, making SGS the perfect partner to help you develop cosmetic and personal care products and bring them to market. For further details visit: www.sgs.com/cosmetics, contact your local SGS representative or reach out to our global team at: [email protected]. Dr. Ella Allerdings Personal and Homecare, BioServices SGS Institut Fresenius GmbH [email protected] t 49 6128 744 - 772 SGS Consumer Goods & Retail INDUSTRY NEWS - ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS PAGE 14

HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ADDED TO RoHS DIRECTIVE AND THEIR USE RESTRICTED

Four phthalate plasticisers, DEHP, BBP, DBP and DIBP, have been classified as Priority 1 Substances and added to the existing six substances restricted by EU Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).

The published amendment states: “The restriction of DEHP, BBP, DBP and DIBP shall not apply to cables or spare parts for the repair, the reuse, the updating of functionalities or upgrading of capacity of EEE placed on the market before 22 July 2019, and of medical devices, including in vitro medical devices, and monitoring and control instruments, including industrial monitoring and control instruments, placed on the market before 22 July 2021.”

PHTHALATES IN ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC TOYS Toys destined for EU markets are also subject to the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals Regulation (EC 1907/2006), better known as REACH. This month’s amendment to the RoHS Directive states that the Annex XVII of the REACH Regulation, restricting phthalates in toys, takes precedence over the new Product manufacturers, suppliers and RoHS limits these substances to 0.1% or maximum concentration levels in the contract manufacturers may be affected 1,000ppm (except for cadmium, which is RoHS Directive. by this announcement. The four limited to 0.01% or 100ppm) by weight phthalates have been added to six other of homogenous material. PLANNING FOR IMPLEMENTATION Annex II Restricted Substances with Restrictions on the four new substances Even at this early stage, it is pragmatic prescribed maximum concentration will come into effect for categories 1 to to closely examine materials being values (MCVs). Following publication in 7, 10 and 11 from 22 July 2019, and with provided by suppliers, to determine the Official Journal of European Union as effect from 22 July, 2021 for categories whether the new substances are present Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 8 and 9, Medical and Monitoring in homogenous materials at levels in 2015/863 the Annex II list now extends to: Devices. Lead excess of the MCVs. In the event that materials do exceed the MCVs, suppliers

Mercury CABLES & SPARE PARTS EXEMPTION and manufacturers will need to work Cadmium In common with previous RoHS together, either to find a substitute Hexavalent chromium Directive updates, these most recent material, or to start the process of changes apply to cables and spare parts seeking an exemption specifically for the Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) for the repair, re-use and updating of material and its application.

Polybrominated diphenyl ethers a device’s functionality, or capacity Product manufacturers, suppliers and (PBDE) upgrade, with one exemption. Spare contract manufacturers, if applicable, Bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) parts manufactured for medical devices should analyse substitute materials already on the market before these dates Butyl benzyl phthalate (BBP) and consider possible impacts to are exempt from compliance with RoHS II. manufacturing methods, processes and

Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) fresh lot yields. Diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) INDUSTRY NEWS - ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS PAGE 15

The new restrictions also have the The addition of these new hazardous With more than 90 years’ experience, potential to impact product reliability substances resulted from their we have a deep understanding of and long-term availability. Therefore, classification as Priority 1 Substances. hazardous substances. We operate more product manufacturers should also These substances were part of a larger than 28 accredited RoHS testing centres evaluate potential impacts, as well as group of 11 Priority substances. More worldwide, staffed by more than 1,000 the possibility that restrictions may be information about the methods used RoHS specialists. imposed upon the substitute materials in to select the 11 Priority Substances is Act now, to ensure your product’s the future. available in SGS’s SafeGuards “RoHS – compliance to the latest RoHS list before Methodology for Inclusion of Substances In addition, manufacturers should the latest additions are restricted. in Restricted Substances List”2. check with their suppliers to confirm For additional information or support whether or not they use any of the please contact: new hazardous substances, and if WORLDWIDE EXPERTISE Kenneth Stanvick so, to identify and evaluate potential Whatever the challenge, SGS is able Technical Manager, alternatives. to provide expert support for RoHS Environmental Compliance Management compliance. We specialise in partial and SGS North America Inc. DELEGATED DIRECTIVE 2015/863 complete testing of finished products, and [email protected] offer options for non-destructive testing. European Delegated Directive t +1 603-305-4103 Our RoHS related services include: (EU) 2015/8631 officially adding the four SGS Consumer Goods & Retail product risk assessments, process gap phthalate substances to the EU RoHS analysis and consulting, full product and Directive was published on 4 June 2015. material testing to IEC 62321 standards, This was the final step to officially adding XRF screening, RoHS Certificate of the four phthalates to the existing list of Conformity, and verification services. six RoHS hazardous substances.

1 Official Journal of the EU - Annex II to Directive 2011/65/EU. 2 RoHS - Methodology for Inclusion of Substances in Restricted Substances List INDUSTRY NEWS - ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS PAGE 16

BUILT TO LAST? A LAW IN FRANCE TO COMBAT PLANNED OBSOLESCENCE FOR APPLIANCES

Planned obsolescence occurs when a product is designed with the intention of it breaking, failing or becoming unfashionable after a determined period of time. A new government decree in France no. 2014-1482, which came into force in March 2015 is aimed at fighting this business practice in the appliances industry. This is just part of a larger movement against planned and built-in obsolescence across the European Union.

If you have ever owned a fridge, a mobile phone or even a pair of stockings, that were easier to replace than repair, you have experienced planned obsolescence first hand. It is defined in the French Act on the Energy Transition as any scheme through which a product has “its life intentionally reduced from its conception, limiting its usage period for reasons of economic model.”

DIFFERING VIEWS ON PLANNED OBSOLESCENCE There are arguments for and against planned obsolescence. The ‘for’ camp argues that rapid change on the market leads to faster innovation, new technology and more competitiveness, which benefits everyone, including end buyers. Consumers tend to lean towards the ‘against’ camp and highlight the increased waste, energy consumption, as well as financial resources involved in continually buying new generation products to replace their old, irreparable ones. The EU’s Waste Electrical & Electronic The new decree is only applicable in EU-WIDE INITIATIVES ARE IN Equipment (WEEE) Directive stipulates France, to French manufacturers, who DISCUSSION minimum requirements, and gives the will now be required to tell consumers The French decree is part of a wider Member States the freedom to enforce how long their appliances are intended movement against planned and built- stricter conditions. It is the overall desire to last. If they want to avoid a potential in obsolescence across the EU. The to increase the durability of products, fine of EUR 15,000 manufacturers must Consultative Commission on Industrial while having more transparency about also notify buyers about the period of Change (CCMI) is developing a project, the life span of products and availability time that spare parts will be available for initiated by the European Economic and of spare parts, which led to this new each product, after its release date. And Social Committee, to create an action legislation in France, closely following that’s not all – from 2016, manufacturers plan for more sustainable consumption the regulations contained in Article 6 of are required to repair or replace, free of patterns. This is coupled with a desire the French Consumers’ Law1 (published charge, any defective product within two to establish product labelling best March 2014). years from its original purchase date. practices, which would include details This will effectively create a mandatory about product durability and expected 1 France - Consumers’ Law two-year warranty for products such as 2 lifetime. At the core of this project is EESC - Towards more sustainable consumption stoves, washing machines, and mobile the CCMI opinion “CCMI/112 Towards phones. INDUSTRY NEWS - ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS PAGE 17

more sustainable consumption: industrial PLANNED OBSOLESCENCE IS THE TIP OF By helping increasing trust in products product lifetimes and restoring trust THE ICEBERG and bringing transparency to processes, through consumer information”2 which SGS supports innovative projects in their A fast product turnover on the market was adopted on 17 October 2013, and quest to achieve market success. is a well-known way to boost the is proposing a total ban on planned economy and encourage growth. But Find more information on obsolescence. in the long term, it might generate a SGS Sustinability Services for the Legislation against obsolescence is purchasing frenzy that induces tension electronics industry. not enough on its own; it requires in consumer’s budgets, and the Jean-Baptiste Molet a body that could assist with its frustration of not being able to acquire Manager - Supply Chain Assessments implementation and enforcement. the latest, state-of-the-art devices. It and Solutions The Component Obsolescence Group also accelerates the depletion of natural SGS France (COG) established the International resources and increases the pressure on [email protected] Institute of Obsolescence Management the environment. t +33 1 41 24 87 59 (IIOM) in January 2015. The IIOM In order to identify a more sustainable SGS Consumer Goods & Retail aims to expand its reach to a wider approach several companies have range of industries involving materials, started working on new business models software, mechanical, electrical, and that go beyond planned obsolescence. electronics components and to provide Strategies based on functionality or training to practitioners in obsolescence circular economy are emerging and management. proving successful in their specific All of these legal documents and actions market: vehicles, stamping machines, represent important steps forward printers are just three examples towards protecting EU consumers by demonstrating the feasibility of these offering them more details about a different approaches. A challenge for product’s durability and life span. In turn the manufacturers is to generate trust this will help them make more informed in their products and system in the long and sustainable buying decisions. term. FOCUS ON SGS LABS PAGE 18

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Established: 1989 Mechanical & RSL Testing Number of Labs: 4 labs for Softlines, Inspection 3 labs for Food Testing and 3 labs for Audits Automotive and Hard Goods Sustainability Solutions Lab locations: Bangalore, Chennai, Training Gurgaon, Kolkata, Navi Mumbai, Manesar, Pune and Tirupur Polymer testing Total size of labs: 187,000 sqft Metal testing and Painted component testing No of employees: 1000 Packaging & Transit Testing Chennai Lab Types of consumer products tested by our laboratories in India include: ACCREDITATIONS AND APPROVALS Automotive ISO/IEC 17025 Apparel CPSIA Accessories OHSAS 18001 Cosmetics ISO 9001:2008 Dyes & Chemicals ISTA Electrical & Electronics Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Footwear Corporate member of National Food Safety Council (NSC) Hard Goods Certified training partner AATCC Raw Materials Technical advisory to Council of Personal Protective Equipment Leather for REACH

RSTS Lab Textiles ACCREDITATIONS AND APPROVALS Toys & Juvenile Products SGS is environmentally friendly, we strongly believe in maintaining the highest standards of health and safety in all of our laboratories. Adhering to this commitment, the SGS chemical, textiles and footwear laboratories are equipped with zero-discharge water treatment plants, sophisticated fire management systems, rooftop solar-heaters for heating water and scrubber systems to treat hazardous exhaust fumes from laboratories.

CONTACT SGS INDIA LABS SGS India Pvt. Ltd. 226, Udyog Vihar- Ph I Gurgaon-122016, Haryana, India [email protected] t +91 124 677 6300 Leather Testing Lab SGS IN THE NEWS & PRODUCT RECALLS PAGE 19

SGS IN THE NEWS

CONSUMER GOODS SGS Expands PEP Ecopassport Program Verification - read article SGS Named as Sector Leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability World and Europe Indices - read article

ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS New Medical Devices Newsletter issue - read article SGS Electro Medical Device Services in Atlanta, USA - read article

FOOD SGS Acquires SVA Ltd, UK - read article

HARDGOODS SGS Bradford Is Pleased to Announce UKAS Accreditation for Their New PPE Testing Laboratory - read article

TOYS & JUVENILE PRODUCTS SGS Attends CBME China 2015 - read article SGS Hong Kong and SGS Shenzhen Approved as Notified Bodies for (GCC) Technical Regulation on Children’s Toys - read article

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SGS compiles recall cases notified in the EU, US and Australia for consumer goods. They can help you minimize costly recalls by increasing your awareness of recall cases related to your business. SGS Product Recalls is now offered for no charge, and is included twice per month in the SGS SafeGuards publication. Browse the Product Recalls library. Subscribe to Product Recalls. SGS EVENTS AND WHITE PAPERS PAGE 20

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For more events, please check the online events calendar. EVENT COUNTRY LOCATION DATES INDUSTRY TRADE SHOW BOOTH NO. CONTACT PERSON / CONFERENCE IF ANY Cosmoprof USA Las Jul 12 - Cosmetics, Tradeshow Booth no. [email protected] North America Vegas Jul 14 Personal Care & 24098 Household Sepawa Annual Germany Fulda Oct 14 - Cosmetics, Congress / 504 [email protected] Congress Oct 16 Personal Care & Conferences Household Luxe Pack Monaco Monaco Oct 21 - Cosmetics, Conference NA [email protected] Monaco / Luxe Oct 23 Personal Care & Formulation Household Cosmoprof Hong Hong Nov 11 - Cosmetics, Tradeshow TBC [email protected] Asia Kong Kong Nov 13 Personal Care & Household PLMA’s Annual USA Chicago Nov 15 - Cosmetics, Tradeshow TBC [email protected] U.S. Private Label Nov 17 Personal Care & Trade Show Household Kind + Jugend Germany Cologne Sep 10 - Toys & Juvenile Tradeshow TBC [email protected] Sep 13 Products [email protected]

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INTERNATIONAL TYPE APPROVAL (ITA) FOR of meeting the mandatory legal ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PRODUCTS requirements for their target markets. ITA-related services help manufacturers International Type Approval (ITA) for demonstrate compliance and achieve Electrical & Electronics (E&E) Products’ certification against the relevant national advises and guides consumer goods and international standards. manufacturers and importers through the numerous country specific type- Download your copy of: ‘International approval schemes. SGS’s white paper Type Approval (ITA) for Electrical and provides insight to help manufacturers Electronic Products’. and importers rise to the challenge

UNDERSTANDING GLOBAL OLIVE OIL of the grading, quality, regulatory and QUALITY, GRADING AND LABELLING labelling requirements of the industry, REQUIREMENTS and to outline some of the current issues relating to adulteration and The purpose of this white paper is to contamination. provide an overview of the voluntary industry standards and government/ Download your copy of: ‘Understanding state regulations relating to olive oil. Global Olive Oil Quality, Grading and It aims to promote an understanding Labelling Requirements’. SGS SAFEGUARDS PAGE 21

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STAY ON TOP OF REGULATORY CHANGES WITHIN YOUR INDUSTRY! SafeGuards, are SGS technical bulletins concentrating on new product standards, regulations and test methods. They are written by SGS experts and dispatched on a weekly basis. Find below a selection of SafeGuards titles from the past weeks. Subscribe to SafeGuards: www.sgs.com/subscribesg Browse the SafeGuards Library: www.sgs.com/safeguards

AUTOMOTIVE Brazil - Compulsory Certification of Automotive Components of Motorcycles, Scooters, Mopeds, Tricycles and Quadricycles - read the bulletin

CONSUMER PRODUCTS EU Amends Requirements for Safety Data Sheets Under REACH - read the bulletin EU RAPEX Statistics 2014: Increasing Recalls Especially on Toys and Chemical Risks - read the bulletin

ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS EU - Four Phthalates Have Been Added to the Restricted Substances Listed in RoHS Annex II - read the bulletin Italy Intends to Adopt New Requirements for Food Contact Stainless Steels - read the bulletin EU RoHS Compliance - Still Room for Improvement - read the bulletin

FOOD Nordic Council Recommends Heavy Metal Release Values for Food Contact Metals and Alloys - read the bulletin US EPA Establishes MRLS for Fenazaquin in, or on, Almonds and Cherries - read the bulletin Thailand Announces New Requirements for Feeding Bottles and Liquid Milk Containers - read the bulletin

HARDGOODS US Minnesota Restricts Flame Retardants in Children’s Products and Upholstered Residential Furniture - read the bulletin EU Seeks Comments for Draft Guideline on Lead Restriction Under REACH - read the bulletin EU Expands Lead Restriction Under REACH - read the bulletin

SOFTLINES Dry Clean Based on Silicone – Based Solvent - read the bulletin New Korean Standards for Determination of Restricted Substances in Textile / Leather Products Released - read the bulletin US - Albany County Stays Ban on 7 Chemicals in Children’s Products - read the bulletin

TOYS & JUVENILE PRODUCTS Toy Electrical Standard EN 62115 A12 Harmonised under the EU Toy Safety Directive - read the bulletin US ASTM Releases New Safety Standard for Infant Inclined Sleep Products - read the bulletin WTO Notifies Egypt’s Amendments to Toy Safety Requirements and Standards - read the bulletin SGS PUBLICATIONS & SUBSCRIPTIONS PAGE 22

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