Baar (May 11, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 049.26, summarizing Spain’s draft Royal Decree that would mandate accessible labeling for cosmetics, food products and hazardous substances. This move is intended to better protect vulnerable consumers.

A comprehensive framework is introduced in the draft, promoted by the Ministry of Social Rights, Consumer Affairs and Agenda 2030, to ensure that consumer products sold in Spain can be understood and used safely by all consumers, particularly those with visual impairments.

While covering a wide range of goods, the draft proposal does not apply to bulk products or those intended solely for industrial or professional use. The new accessibility standards require compliance across the entire supply chain, with manufacturers, importers and distributors subject to reporting obligations, including the reporting of any detected non-compliance.

The requirements established in the proposed Royal Decree support Spain’s commitments under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and help harmonize national consumer protection rules with broader EU packaging and waste regulations. They include:
- Accessible physical labeling
- Clear Spanish-language text for all essential information
- Digital accessibility tools as a complement to physical labels
- Specific mandatory content on labels

The draft decree is currently progressing through a revised approval process and is expected to advance in the second half of 2026, following a review by national authorities and the European Commission, with no final approval or implementation date currently set.

SGS experts publish SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed about regulatory changes that could impact their business. SafeGuardS 049.26 includes further information about the proposed requirements and the approval process.

Stakeholders are encouraged to refer to the original SafeGuardS 049.26 for more details.

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SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full Spain Moves Toward Inclusive Labeling for Cosmetic Products SafeGuardS.

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Lydia Abdel Rahman
Designation Business Developer, Cosmetic and Personal Care
Health and Nutrition
Website: www.sgs.com/cosmetics 
LinkedIn: Cosmetics & Personal Care

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 over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 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 a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.

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

Baar (May 11, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 056.26, reporting on Türkiye’s notification to the World Trade Organization (WTO) of its draft regulations on bisphenol A (BPA) and other hazardous bisphenol derivatives in certain food contact materials (FCMs) and articles.

Most commonly used to produce polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins to improve the durability of FCMs, these substances have been found to disrupt the endocrine system and are increasingly subject to strict legislative control worldwide.

Two draft communiqués from Türkiye’s Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry were notified to the WTO on April 8, 2026, on FCMs and articles:
– Turkish Food Codex Draft Communiqué on the ‘Restriction of the Use of Bisphenol A, other Hazardous Bisphenols and Bisphenol Derivatives in Certain Substances and Materials in Contact with Food’ (Draft Communiqué 1), a communication largely harmonized with European Regulation (EU) 2024/3190
– Draft Communiqué on ‘Amendments to the Turkish Food Codex Communiqué on Plastic Substances and Materials in Contact with Food’, a document complementing the requirements in Draft Communiqué 1

The communiqués include proposals for bans, strict content limits and conditions for permitted use across specific material categories. These would set significant restrictions on BPA and other hazardous bisphenols and would also establish testing and conformity requirements, along with rules on declarations of conformity and conditions of use. If accepted, the draft proposals will introduce new obligations for manufacturers, retailers, importers and distributors across the food contact supply chain.

SGS experts publish SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed about regulatory changes that could impact their business. SafeGuardS 056.26 includes further information about the two draft communiqués, including key provisions and implementation timelines.

Stakeholders are encouraged to refer to SafeGuardS 056.26 for more details.

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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 Türkiye Consults on BPA and other Bisphenols in Food Contact Materials SafeGuardS.

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Ugur Yilmaz
Certification and Regulatory Manager
Tel: +90 (0)538 979 2056

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 over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 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 a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.

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

Baar (May 12, 2026) - SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, will host a webinar, ‘Next-Generation Integrated Strategies for Skin Sensitization in Cosmetics and Personal Care Products’, on May 28, 2026.

As regulatory restrictions on animal testing continue to expand, alongside increasing expectations for safety and transparency, cosmetics and personal care product manufacturers are under growing pressure to adopt alternative approaches to toxicological risk assessment. Skin sensitization remains a critical endpoint in ensuring consumer safety and regulatory acceptance across global markets.

In this webinar, expert presenter Dr. Ashwani Sharma will provide an overview of the biological mechanisms underlying skin sensitization and explain how data from multiple non-animal sources can be integrated into robust, scientifically sound safety evaluations. He will look at next-generation integrated approaches, highlighting how in chemico, in vitro and in silico methods can be combined within integrated approaches to testing and assessment (IATA).

The session will examine key alternative testing methodologies and weight-of-evidence strategies, demonstrating how these approaches can support hazard identification and risk assessment for both cosmetic ingredients and finished products. Regulatory perspectives and case examples are also discussed, illustrating how integrated strategies align with current expectations in the US, EU and Asian markets.

By adopting next-generation integrated skin sensitization strategies, companies can improve decision-making, streamline product development and enhance regulatory readiness while supporting ethical, non-animal testing frameworks. SGS’s expertise in cosmetic safety assessment helps businesses navigate evolving regulatory landscapes while maintaining high standards of consumer protection and product quality.

Toxicologists, cosmetics and personal care manufacturers, quality control managers and regulatory specialists are invited to register now and gain practical insights into the next generation of skin sensitization safety assessment for global markets.

For further information, please contact:

Jennifer Buckley
Senior Global Marketing Manager
SGS, Health & Nutrition
Tel: +1 9738669043
Media inquiries

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 over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 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 a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.

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

NORTH HIGHLANDS, CA – 1 May, 2026 - Elite Mechanical Systems, a trusted HVAC contractor serving the Greater Sacramento area, has launched a new service page designed to improve how homeowners, builders, and property owners explore their HVAC options. The update reflects the company’s continued investment in making it easier for customers to make informed decisions about comfort, efficiency, and long-term system performance.

As demand for reliable heating and cooling systems continues to grow, customers are placing greater importance on predictable performance, energy efficiency, and fewer unexpected system issues. The new service page provides a clearer breakdown of HVAC services, helping users better understand installation, repair, and maintenance options before starting a project.

“At Elite Mechanical Systems, we want customers to feel confident in every decision they make about their HVAC systems,” said Vitaliy Vechtomov, owner of Elite Mechanical Systems. “This new page is designed to simplify the process and provide clarity, whether someone is planning a new installation or addressing an issue with an existing system.”

The company’s core HVAC services include system installation, repair, and ongoing maintenance. These services are designed to deliver consistent indoor comfort while reducing the likelihood of breakdowns over time. By focusing on proper system setup and long-term performance, Elite Mechanical Systems helps customers avoid costly issues that often result from improper installation or overlooked maintenance.

Energy efficiency is another key focus highlighted on the new service page. Through SMUD rebate HVAC programs and other efficiency-focused solutions, customers can reduce energy usage while lowering long-term operating costs. These programs provide opportunities for homeowners and property owners to upgrade systems while taking advantage of available incentives.

The new service page also emphasizes Elite Mechanical Systems’ capabilities in specialized and new construction HVAC projects. The company works closely with general contractors, builders, and developers to design and install systems that align with construction timelines and long-term performance goals. Services such as mini split installation and new construction HVAC are approached as coordinated efforts, ensuring systems are properly planned from the ground up rather than treated as afterthoughts.

For custom home projects, this means HVAC systems are tailored to the specific layout, airflow needs, and energy efficiency goals of the property. For developers and property owners, the focus remains on scalability, cost predictability, and consistent system performance across multiple units or buildings.

Elite Mechanical Systems serves a wide range of communities throughout the Sacramento region, including Sacramento, Davis, Folsom, Rocklin, Antelope, Woodland, Elk Grove, Fair Oaks, Roseville, Carmichael, Galt, Arden-Arcade, Citrus Heights, Rancho Cordova, West Sacramento, Placerville, Greenhaven, Natomas, East Sacramento, and South Land Park. This broad service area reinforces the company’s growing presence across Northern California.

Built around its core values of Excellence, Everywhere, and Every Time, Elite Mechanical Systems continues to differentiate itself through clear communication, reliable workmanship, and a commitment to doing the job right the first time. The new service page reflects that philosophy by giving customers a more transparent and informative experience from the very beginning of their HVAC journey.

To learn more about Elite Mechanical Systems or to connect with the company online, visit their website or follow them on Instagram.

Baar (May 1, 2026) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 058.26, focusing on Health Canada’s update of performance criteria for free-standing clothing storage units (CSUs) in Table 3 of Health Canada’s ‘Approach to the General Prohibitions under the Canada Consumer Products Safety Act’ (CCPSA).

The update, published on March 31, 2026, follows Health Canada’s assessment that CSUs not meeting the applicable criteria in ASTM F2057-23 are considered likely to pose a danger to human health or safety. This effectively prohibits the sale of free-standing CSUs that do not meet the requirements of ASTM F2057-23 or an equivalent standard and impacts manufacturers, importers, advertisers and retailers operating on the Canadian market.

The product scope of the update includes chests, drawer chests, dressers, bureaus, door chests and armoires that are not built into a wall or permanently attached to a structure, within specific height, weight and enclosed storage volume specifications.

Existing CCPSA general prohibitions are already in force, so there will be no legislated coming-into-force or transition period. As a result, Health Canada may take compliance or enforcement action at any time where it has reason to believe a product poses a danger or is non-CCPSA compliant. This includes products newly added to or recently updated in Table 3.

SGS experts publish SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed about regulatory changes that could impact their business. SafeGuardS 058.26 contains further information on the product scope of the update, including a link to Health Canada’s Notice of danger to human health or safety and risk mitigation for free-standing clothing storage units.

Stakeholders are encouraged to refer to the original SafeGuardS 058.26 for more details.

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SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full Health Canada Updates Free-Standing Clothing Storage Unit Performance Criteria Under CCPSA SafeGuardS.

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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 over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 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 a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.

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