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Feb 10, 2016

CEN Issues Standard for Textile Dyestuffs

The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has issued standard EN ISO 16373-1:2015 Textiles - Dyestuffs - Part 1: General principles of testing colored textiles for dyestuff…
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Feb 10, 2016

Connecticut Enforces New Rules on Generic Drugs

The State of Connecticut has implemented new rules effective January 1, 2016 requiring that drugs sold only as generic include the following information: Manufacturer’s name and website …
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Feb 10, 2016

DOE External Power Supply Requirements, Effective February 21, 2016

Effective February 21, 2016, external power supplies (EPS) used to convert household electric current into direct current or lower-voltage alternating current to operate consumer products,…
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Feb 10, 2016

EC Extends Consultation Period on Possible CMR Restrictions in Textiles

The European Commission (EC) has updated its consultation period on the possible restriction of hazardous substances (CMR 1A and 1B) in textile articles and clothing for consumer use under…
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Feb 10, 2016

EC Releases Regulation on NPE Restriction in Textile Articles

The European Commission (EC) has officially published Commission Regulation 2016/26, restricting nonylphenol ethoxylates (NPEs) in textile articles.   The regulation specifies NPE…
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Feb 10, 2016

ISO Issues Standards for Textiles, Leather and Footwear

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has issued the following standards for textiles, leather and footwear.   TEXTILES Standard TC/SC Stage Date ISO/FDIS…
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Feb 10, 2016

ISO Publishes Standard for Textiles

International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO/DIS 16847 Textiles - Test method for assessing the matting appearance of napped fabrics after cleansing. Standard …
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Feb 10, 2016

ISO Releases Standards for Two Flame Retardants

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released two standards for the determination of flame retardants in textiles:   Flame Retardant Method brominated…
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Feb 10, 2016

Korea MFDS announces transition dates for IEC 60601 3rd ed. with Am. 1

On  December 31, 2015 the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) issued Notification No. 2015-115 announcing its revision to the medical device regulations  for the transition to IEC…
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Feb 10, 2016

New Zealand Issues Product Safety Standards for Children’s Nightwear

The Trading Standards, Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment of New Zealand has issued "Product Safety Standards (Children's Nightwear and Limited Daywear Having Reduced Fire…
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Feb 10, 2016

OEHHA Announces New Prop 65 Website

The California Office of Administrative Law has approved the adoption of Section 25205, Lead Agency Website to Title 27, Article 2, of the California Code of Regulations. This regulation…
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Feb 9, 2016

5 Places Where NFC Technology Will Go Next

In recent years, near field communications (NFC) – a technology that enables devices to share information wirelessly – has been widely adopted for financial and payment applications. Today,…
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Feb 9, 2016

Embodying UL’s Mission: An Inside Look at the 50-Year Career of “Mr. Safety”

John Drengenberg entered UL’s Chicago office as an employee for the first time on Feb. 15, 1966. Recruited from the University of Wisconsin-Madison after completing his electrical…
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Feb 8, 2016

UL Coordinates Medical Cybersecurity Efforts with the US Government

On December 1, Anura Fernando and Ken Modeste presented UL’s progress in developing a Cyber Assurance Program (CAP) at the Software and Supply Chain Assurance (SSCA) Forum in the Washington…
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Feb 3, 2016

201512 Energy Efficiency Updates

On 12/2, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) have released the ENERGY STAR Set-top Box Draft 1 test method. UL is currently ready and capable…
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Feb 2, 2016

Baby, It’s Cold Outside: UL Works to Clear Indoor Air of Carbon Monoxide

Each year, more than 400 people die in the U.S. from unintentional carbon monoxide (CO) poisonings not related to fires. These poisonings are most likely to occur in the fall and winter…
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Feb 2, 2016

UL Acquires Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability Software Company

NORTHBROOK, Ill., Feb. 2, 2016 — UL, a global leader in safety science, today announced the acquisition of cr360, a market leader in environment, health and safety management and…
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Feb 1, 2016

UL Announces Availability of UL Certification for Hoverboards

New UL 2272 provides framework to evaluate, test, and certify self-balancing scooters NORTHBROOK, Ill., February 2, 2016 – UL, a leading global safety science organization, today announced…
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Jan 28, 2016

BRC Code of Practice - Modified EN71-2 Test Method for the Flammability Safety of Children’s Dress-up

Details Pending official announcement of UK British Retail Consortium (BRC), two Codes of Practice are introduced to help improve the safety of children’s dress up clothing. Additional…
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Jan 28, 2016

UL App Puts HazLoc Technical Expertise at Your Fingertips

Across the globe, developers must keep track of myriad and frequently changing codes and regulations when designing, manufacturing, distributing, installing, and inspecting equipment in…

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