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The scope of the General Product Safety Regulation
The General Product Safety Regulation, GPSR, is in force since almost one year. Questions about its scope and applicability continue to come in. It is time to provide some answers.
From Timber to Deforestation Regulation
The main driver of deforestation and forest degradation is the expansion of agricultural land, which is linked to the production of seven commodities: cattle, cocoa, coffee, oil palm, rubber, soya, and wood; and some of their derived products, such as leather or furniture.
GPSR: General Product Safety Regulation
There are many directives and regulations that address product compliance. Still it is practically impossible to cover all risks for all consumer products. The solution is a broad-based legislation to fill possible gaps and to complement existing and future legislation.
Child appealing electrical appliances
The risks associated with household appliances that have designs that attract children
Ecodesign for Sustainable Products (ESPR)
ESPR, the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation provides the framework for more sustainable and circular products.
The PFHxA restriction
The PFHxA restriction enters into force on 10 October 2024, taking effect after transitional periods between 18 months and 5 years.
Microplastics
Overall, around 145,000 tonnes of microplastics are estimated to be used in the EU each year. And 42,000 tonnes of these microplastics end up in the environment from products intentionally containing them. The largest contribution with up to 16,000 tonnes is made by granules from artificial turf pitches.
Compliance resources
The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol
Required dimensions of the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol on a battery:
The fatal attraction of strong magnets
Magnets attract themselves as well as people of all ages, especially children. Regrettably, enclosed in its attractiveness is also a lethal risk for products that contain small, strong magnets.
PACKAGING - Who takes care of your duties?
The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive (PPWD) 94/62/EC aims to reduce the impact of packaging (waste) to the environment. The first priority is to reduce packaging amounts. Packaging shall be limited to the minimum volume and weight while still maintaining an adequate level of safety, hygiene and practicality
Conformity assessment modules
The obvious objective of conformity assessment is to demonstrate that all products conform to relevant legislation. The manufacturer always remains responsible for the execution of conformity assessment, even if design, tests, documentation or production is subcontracted. The manufacturer also remains responsible
Normative references
Normative references are underlying standards incorporated as part of the main standard.
Do you like being "greenwashed"
Greenwashing misleads consumers into thinking that a product or brand is environmentally friendly or “Green”, when in fact it is not. Some products come with false promises, misleading information, or claims. Consumers are unable to compare products fairly and cannot make good sustainable choices.
SVHC and SCIP
REACh Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 is the major and very comprehensive chemical legislation for the EU. It ensures a high level of protection of human health and the environment from chemical risks. REACh regulates chemical substances on their own, but it also sets the rules for these substances in articles.
Another SVHC brings the total to 241
On June 27th, 2024, ECHA added another substance to the SVHC Candidate List, it contains now 241 substances.
Ban on BMHCA in Cosmetic Products
BMHCA, also known as 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde or commonly as Lilial, is a synthetic fragrance used in cosmetics and personal care products like lotions, deodorants, hair products, perfumes, and more. It has a floral scent reminiscent of lily of the valley.
Chemical numeric identifiers
Chemical numeric identifiers are crucial for accurately identifying and managing chemicals listed in a Bill of Materials (BOM) or a Bill of Substances (BOS), ensuring chemical product compliance, and helping quality and regulatory assurance managers communicate clearly within the supply chain.
