An overview of what intentionally added microplastics are, what the legislation status is and how testing labs can help with microplastics-related concerns.
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Which laboratory tests should importers of jewelry be aware of, and how can a testing laboratory determine the origin of a gemstone? testxchange spoke with Andreas Stratmann, Managing Director of Gemmologisches Labor Berlin.
What are POPs, PCPs, and PFAS, and why has their use in products been restricted? What are common test methods to make sure that these substances do not exceed permissible levels?
With the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Bill, the UK takes on the issue of cybersecurity of IoT devices. We asked product compliance expert Marlon Schrimpf what this means for manufacturers and importers in the UK market.
In the first part of our interview with Marlon Schrimpf, founder of Novelty Compliance, we talked about the UK’s Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Bill. In the second part, we will now take a look at the state of the UKCA marking
EMC testing ensures that products do not emit too much electromagnetic radiation or do not experience adverse effects when exposed to electromagnetic fields. In this article, we will discuss EMC product compliance testing in detail.
Consumer goods with food contact - An overview on the regulations and tests you should know.
An overview on the REACH Directive and 4 questions to Dr. Florian Metzelder from lab DTNW.
More and more products with wireless connectivity technology are being developed for both consumers and businesses. What do manufacturers need to consider when launching these products in the EU, the US and Canada?
What is the European Ecodesign Directive and what is its significance in the EU's effort to protect the environment? Here is an overview.
Brexit is also affecting the marking requirements for products in the United Kingdom. An overview of the new UKCA marking.