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EN 16738:2015 is a European safety standard that addresses the emission of combustible air fresheners, including candles and incense. It describes testing methods to evaluate the release of Volatile Organic Compounds, or VOC's from these products and ensures that they...
Ensuring product safety spurs Amazon vendors to perform product safety testing to sell products on Amazon
With the potential for serious injuries and death, furniture tip over prevention testing is a major concern for manufacturers and distributors of furniture products such as dressers, cribs, cabinets, and tables. According to a report made by the U.S. Consumer...
On May 27, 2016, the National Toxicology Program released a report outlining their findings on the potential health hazards of cell phones after a lengthy experiment conducted on mice and rats. The report in its entirety can be found here. The study looked mainly...
Earlier this month the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) of the United States approved a new mandatory federal standard relating to infant bouncer seats to improve safety and prevent death and injuries. Bouncer (or bouncy) seats are made for infants between...
FSSAI Accredited Laboratories: Ensuring Food Safety and Quality in India In the pursuit of safeguarding public health and enhancing the quality of food products, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) plays a pivotal role. A crucial component of...
The importance of regulating bed rails to keep you and your family safe As a new parent, have you ever wondered if your young child is safe on their new twin bed? As a result of this, many parents purchase a new bed rail in hopes that it will keep their children...
Consumer product safety of hardlines and softlines is a major concern for most retailers and manufacturers. Hardlines and softlines testing, known as hard goods and soft goods, are two major types of testing. Softline goods are retail products like clothes, linens...
It's Easter weekend, and egg dyeing is in full force! Have you ever wondered about the food color safety testing of the easter egg dyes used on Easter eggs? Food coloring, dyes, and additives are regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration. Egg dye is a food...
The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, or CPSC, recently approved ASTM F2670-17 Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Infant Bath Tubs Safety Testing. This new standard is intended to improve infant tubs' safety and prevent drownings. From...
From glittery eye shadow to SPF anti-aging skincare face creams, to water-proof eyelash mascara and glossy long-lasting lipsticks, cosmetics microbiology testing is important. Cosmetics come into contact with the human body and need to be safe from microorganisms...
Viewing the total or partial solar eclipse can be an exciting event. However, experts have warned that no matter where you are, “it is never safe to look directly at the sun's rays — even if the sun is partly obscured,” as it can cause damage to the eyes. To avoid...
With as many as 94 million homes in America displaying Christmas trees and Christmas decorations during the holidays, flammability testing of home decor and holiday decorations is important. Fire is one of the greatest risks associated with Christmas trees and...
Navigating the CPSC compliance process requires a thorough understanding of the regulations
During the summer, a park with playground equipment is a draw for children and parents alike. While children love them and obtain the badly needed exercise, parents on the sidelines often worry about their children playing on playground equipment like slides, swing...
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