Geneva (October 8, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 148.25 to keep stakeholders informed about Denmark’s decision to ban per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in clothing, footwear and certain consumer products with waterproofing agents.

Issued on May 2, 2025, Executive Order BEK No. 464 defines PFAS as: “any substance that contains at least one fully fluorinated methyl (–CF₃) or methylene (–CF₂–) carbon atom, without any hydrogen, chlorine, bromine, or iodine atoms attached.”

The national ban will come into effect on July 1, 2026, with a grace period that allows businesses to sell off existing stock until January 1, 2027.

SGS experts publish SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders up to date on regulatory changes that may impact their business. SafeGuardS 148.25 includes a detailed overview of Denmark’s regulation, including information on several exemptions designed to accommodate specific use cases and existing regulatory frameworks.

Stakeholders are advised to review SGS’s original SafeGuardS 148.25 for further details. 

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SGS has a worldwide network of over 40 state-of-the-art laboratories, including 10 in China, specializing in the testing of apparel, footwear, and home textiles. Their committed team is drawn from multi-disciplinary backgrounds, allowing them to conduct a comprehensive range of physical, chemical, and functional testing services for components, materials and finished products. SGS helps companies ensure quality, performance, and compliance with international, industrial, and regulatory standards worldwide. In the end, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS’s softlines services.

SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full Denmark Introduces National Ban on PFAS in Clothing and Footwear SafeGuardS.

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For further information contact:

Dr. Min Zhu
Connectivity & Products - Softlines
Senior Director, Technical Services & Operations, US & Canada
Tel: +19734611230
Website: www.sgs.com/softlines
LinkedIn: SGS Connectivity & Products

About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

Trusted local experts introduce safer, greener treatments for homes and businesses across Central Florida

OVIEDO, FL– October 2, 2025 – Oviedo Pest Control, a family-owned company serving Central Florida, today announced the launch of its new eco-friendly pest control solutions designed to protect both families and the environment. The initiative reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to safe, effective, and environmentally responsible pest management.

Founded in 2021, Oviedo Pest Control has quickly grown from a single truck operation into a trusted team of licensed professionals. Known for personalized service and reliable results, the company specializes in fast and effective treatments that prioritize customer safety while minimizing environmental impact.

With the launch of its eco-friendly program, Oviedo Pest Control is offering customers the confidence of pest-free living without compromising safety. These new services utilize reduced-risk products, advanced application techniques, and preventative strategies tailored to Florida’s unique climate and pest pressures.

“With families and businesses across Central Florida relying on us for protection, we wanted to make sure our solutions not only eliminate pests but also safeguard health and the planet,” said James White, the owner of Oviedo Pest Control. “Our eco-friendly approach represents the next step in delivering pest control that customers can feel good about.”

The new solutions incorporate reduced-risk products, advanced application techniques, and targeted strategies that focus on prevention as much as treatment. By combining innovation with proven methods, Oviedo Pest Control provides long-lasting protection against common pests while reducing chemical exposure and environmental footprint.

The company’s products provide a wide array of benefits that many different customers can experience. These benefits include safety for families, pets, and children, effective treatments against a wide range of pests, and a reduced environmental impact. In addition, they use preventative methods that can help stop infestations before they start. All work is completed by licensed and highly trained professionals so you know you get qualified services every single time.

The eco-friendly services address a wide range of common pests, including ants, roaches, spiders, mosquitoes, and termites. Rather than relying solely on traditional chemical-heavy methods, the company’s approach integrates smarter targeting, routine monitoring, and environmentally conscious practices that keep infestations from recurring. This balanced method provides longer-lasting results while reducing unnecessary chemical exposure.

The company’s dedication to environmentally responsible practices goes hand-in-hand with its family-owned roots. As residents of Central Florida themselves, the team understands the importance of protecting both homes and the region’s natural beauty. By offering eco-friendly solutions, Oviedo Pest Control is helping homeowners and businesses take proactive steps toward a healthier, more sustainable community.

Oviedo Pest Control proudly services Oviedo and surrounding communities. To learn more about them and their services, you can visit their website at https://www.oviedopestcontrol.net. Contact the company directly with questions or to schedule.

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Geneva (September 30, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to announce a free, expert-led webinar, ‘The Circular Economy: What It Means for Electrical and Electronic Products’, scheduled for October 14, 2025.

The circular economy is quickly becoming a cornerstone of global sustainability efforts, moving industries away from the traditional ‘take, make, dispose’ model toward systems that prioritize resource efficiency, durability and reuse. For the electrical and electronic sector, this shift affects every stage of the product life cycle – from design and material sourcing to recycling, repair and regulatory compliance.

SGS’s complimentary webinar will provide attendees with a clear, actionable overview of circular economy principles and their implications for the sector. Participants will gain insights into global regulatory trends, learn best practices for sustainable material use and discover practical strategies to reduce waste while advancing circularity initiatives.

Experts Kevin Chen and Giorgio Scorcelletti will also highlight how eco-certification and sustainability standards can be strategically leveraged to strengthen supply chains and build trust with stakeholders.

Agenda:
- Global market and policy trends in the circular economy
- Reducing waste in electrical and electronic products
- Leveraging eco-certification to advance circular economy initiatives
- Q&A

This webinar is designed for professionals across the electrical and electronic sector, including raw material suppliers, product designers, compliance officers and sustainability leaders seeking guidance on adopting circular economy practices and meeting global regulations.

This webinar is offered in two sessions on October 14, 2025, to accommodate industry professionals across multiple global time zones.

Stakeholders seeking insights into circular economy principles and their impact on the electrical and electronics industry should register now.

IMPACT NOW for sustainability
Through its four IMPACT NOW for sustainability pillars – climate, nature, ESG assurance and circularity – SGS offers innovative solutions that support smarter decisions, regulatory compliance and environmental responsibility.

Under the nature pillar, SGS offers solutions to help the electrical and electronics industry comply with regulations regarding PFAS. This is all part of the company’s commitment to a climate-neutral, nature-positive and pollution-free future. Learn more about IMPACT NOW for sustainability.

About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

Geneva (September 25, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has issued SafeGuardS 136.25 to inform stakeholders about Brazil’s public consultation on revisions to the country’s conformity assessment requirements for metal cookware.

On August 21, 2025, Brazil’s National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology (INMETRO) released Public Consultation No. 25 of August 19, 2025 (PC No. 25/2025). The consultation seeks to revise INMETRO Ordinance No. 499/2021, which outlines the consolidated quality technical regulations and conformity assessment requirements for metal cookware.

Key proposed changes include:
- Classification of metal pressure cookers as economic activity risk level III, and other metal cookware as risk level I under Ordinance No. 282/2020
- Certification and registration obligations for both pressure cookers and other metal cookware before use of conformity identification seals (CISs)
- Permitted use of any metallic material for cookware bodies, subject to compliance with technical regulations and ANVISA resolutions
- Allowance for cookware lids to be manufactured from materials different from the body, provided requirements are me
- Updated specifications for hardness, vitreous enamel, and resistance to thermal shock and impact
- Modified requirements for self-declaration of metals used in cookware bodies and lids
- Clarifications on CIS requirements for cookware with or without non-stick coatings

If adopted, the ordinance will enter into force on the day of its publication in the Official Gazette of the Union (Diário Oficial da União, DOU).

SGS publishes SafeGuardS to keep industry stakeholders informed about regulatory and compliance developments. SafeGuardS 136.25 outliens Brazil’s proposed revisions to metal cookware regulations.

Stakeholders are advised to review SGS's original SafeGuardS 136.25 to learn more.

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SGS’s technical experts have extensive experience of testing materials and articles in contact with food. They can ensure that your products meet the appropriate regulations for food contact materials and pave the way for compliance. SGS offers the full range of testing, including migration tests, along with expert advice on emerging regulations, compliance issues and documentation review. In the end, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS’s Food Contact Material Services.

SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full Brazil Consults Over Ordinance on Metal Cookware SafeGuardS.

Subscribe today and receive SGS SafeGuardS direct to your inbox.

For further information contact:

Dr. Hingwo Tsang
Global Information and Innovation Manager
Tel: +852 2774 7420

Matheus Fonseca
Certification Supervisor
Tel: +55 11 2664 9595

Website: www.sgs.com/hardlines  
LinkedIn: SGS Connectivity & Products

About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).