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May 27, 2020

Philippines Issues Several Memorandum Circulars Regarding the PMPIN, PICCS and PCL Requirements

The Philippines issues several memorandum circulars regarding the PMPIN, PICCS and PCL Requirements. Learn more about these circulars:

May 26, 2020

Guiding you through China Compulsory Certification (CCC)

Our process extends beyond safety certification and helps you forge a pathway to higher performance. Global Market Access can be complicated, learn how our services can help empower you to achieve product compliance and accelerate speed to market.

May 21, 2020

PHMSA Releases Final Rule HM-215O

PHMSA published HM-215O as a Final Rule effective Monday May 11, 2020. Its main purpose is to update the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR).

May 20, 2020

UL Offers Free Access to Pandemic Awareness Courses

In response to the global need for reliable information on the COVID-19 pandemic, UL is offering free access a suite of online training courses.

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May 18, 2020

Japan Adopts a Positive List System to Manage Food Contact Materials (FCM)

Japan’s MLHW published Notification No. 196 of 2020 regarding revising specifications and standards for foods, food additives, etc. Learn more:

May 13, 2020

China Issues Final Measures on Registrations of New Chemical Substances for Environmental Management

China issues final measures on registrations of New Chemical Substances for Environmental Management under Ministry Order No. 12.

May 13, 2020

India Laboratory Receives BIS Recognition for RCCBs and RCBOs

UL’s laboratory in Bangalore is BIS-recognized and fully equipped to conduct testing to the latest edition of Indian standards for RCCBs and RCBOs.

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May 12, 2020

UL Brand Protection Manager Raises Funds to Bring Hope to West London ICU Nurses

UL Brand Protection Manager Katie Gill supports local NHS nurses with Go Fund Me campaign.

A picture perfect kitchen filled with GE IoT connected appliances, microwave, stove, refrigerator and dishwasher

May 11, 2020

UL’s IoT Security Rating Helps Demonstrate Product Security to the Marketplace

GE Appliances first household appliance brand to achieve gold-level rating

May 5, 2020

International Fragrance Association (IFRA) Extends Implementation Deadline of the 49th Amendment

Recently, IFRA announced the extension of the implementation deadline of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice (CoP). Learn more:

May 4, 2020

Japan – Poisonous and Deleterious Substances List Update 2020

The names of 16 substances were published by Japan’s MHLW to be regulated under the PDSCL. The substances are open for public comment until May 27, 2020.

May 4, 2020

UL Approved for Remote INMETRO Certification

UL is addressing approval time for critical medical devices necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

May 4, 2020

Updates to LED Equipment for Use in Lighting Products - UL 8750: What you need to know

Updates to ANSI/UL 8750 supplement SF.

Apr 30, 2020

UL Certificate service response for AHJs during crises

AHJs have asked us how COVID-19 health risk mitigation techniques might impact UL Alarm Monitoring and Alarm Service Certifications.

Apr 29, 2020

Achieve Energy Efficiency Certification with UL’s Services

Make your product stand out to consumers while meeting compliance needs. UL helps manufacturers receive energy efficiency certification to access North American and other markets while helping reduce time to market and cost.

Apr 27, 2020

U.S. Premarket Tobacco Application (PTMA) Deadline Extended

The deadline for filing the Premarket Tobacco Application (PTMA) is extended to Sept. 9, 2020 due to business and travel restrictions caused by COVID-19. UL 8139 testing can ease the application process for tobacco vape mods.

Apr 21, 2020

Measures Adopted in Europe to Help Increase the Supply of Hand Sanitisers and Disinfectants

Demand for hand sanitiser ingredients is increasing. Industry is facing challenges to formulate them. Learn about two legislative factors impacting production.

Apr 20, 2020

Transitioning to Flammable Refrigerants? It’s Time to Review Your Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) Evaluation

For designers or manufacturers of HVAC/R components and equipment that are transitioning to flammable refrigerants, it’s time to review your Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) evaluation.

Apr 17, 2020

Meeting Official Norms of Mexico (NOM) Compliance to Sell Products

In response to COVID-19, the Mexican government has issued a special letter for new imports.

Apr 17, 2020

Product components perform on trust

Your products and their components can spend a majority of their existence outdoors, so making sure your products perform under varying conditions is important. UL helps validate durability with our series of environmental tests.