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    Microplastics

    2023-11-13
    ProductIP
    Intermediate

    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.

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    2023-09-06
    ProductIP
    Beginner

    Consumers or users shall be provided with information to use products as intended. Information about the risks inherent in a product is essential for safe use; especially where the risks are not immediately obvious.

    User instructions

    2023-09-04
    ProductIP
    Beginner

    Consumers or users shall be provided with information to use products as intended. Information about the risks inherent in a product is essential for safe use; especially where the risks are not immediately obvious.

    GENERAL PRODUCT SAFETY

    2023-05-25
    ProductIP
    Intermediate

    Chances are that your product contains PFAS and PFCA! Restrictions are already in place. Some additional restrictions will come into effect early next year. PFAS are used in a wide variety of consumer products because of their unique chemical and physical properties.

    Ban on PFAS and PFCA in Consumer Products

    2022-06-30
    ProductIP
    Experienced

    Chances are that your product contains PFAS and PFCA! Restrictions are already in place. Some additional restrictions will come into effect early next year. PFAS are used in a wide variety of consumer products because of their unique chemical and physical properties.

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    Wood & bamboo Food Contact Materials

    2021-07-22
    ProductIP
    Experienced

    Both wood and bamboo are commonly used for food contact applications. Besides cutting boards and other kitchen utensils, wood and bamboo are also used for disposable kitchenware as well as for food packaging.

    Bamboo and Food Contact Materials (FCM)

    2021-07-22
    ProductIP
    Intermediate

    Do not use bamboo in plastic FCM's. The popularity of bamboo in products that have contact with food is rising. Products sold as ‘natural’ bamboo may in reality be a combination of bamboo and melamine, a plastic.

    Adhesives and Food Contact Materials (FCM)

    2021-07-22
    ProductIP
    Experienced

    Food contact adhesives or glues, are used to assemble two or more parts, surfaces of Food Contact Materials (FCM) together such as e.g. solid wood, solid bamboo, paper and board, cork etc.

    Guidance on FCM test conditions

    2021-06-28
    ProductIP
    Intermediate

    How do laboratories decide on conditions for Food Contact Materials (FCM) migration tests?

    PLConsultancy

    2021-06-08
    ProductIP
    Beginner

    PLConsultancy advises medium-sized and large companies with a focus on the areas of product safety, product liability, recall management and the establishment of quality assurance within the company. Mainly in the international trade of non-food products.

    AMZPRO

    2021-06-08
    ProductIP
    Beginner

    The all in one solution for amazon fba business! With your big expert knowledge for years in this sectorAMZPro is on your side: From the individual product research to the production.

    Trinasco

    2021-06-08
    ProductIP
    Beginner

    Trinasco GmbH is an owner-operated management consultancy from Germany with a focus on product compliance.

    Smart chemical testing plan for metals & alloys

    2021-06-04
    ProductIP
    Expert

    How to make a smart, reasonable cost effective testing plan for chemical safety for non-food consumer products? Or how to avoid unnecessary costs on chemical analysis?

    Online sellers and VAT

    2021-06-01
    ProductIP
    Beginner

    Monitoring changes in VAT regulation is outside the scope of ProductIP. The EU has a website with relevant information for online sellers and fulfilment service providers and other organisations facilitating online sales. 

    Reorder expire date

    2021-05-31
    ProductIP
    Beginner

    The “Reorder expire date” is an important date which you should monitor for your planned reorders.

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