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Apr 20, 2015

RIVM Releases Report on Hazardous Substances in Textiles

The Netherlands National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) has released a report presenting a prioritization method on a chemical's use, potency and hazard…
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Apr 20, 2015

Scotland Launches New Food Standards Safety Body

The government of Scotland has established Food Standards Scotland (FSS), taking over the responsibilities previously carried out by the United Kingdom’s Food Standards Agency, and with…
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Apr 20, 2015

Senate Introduces New TSCA Reform Bill

Senators Tom Udall (D-NM) and David Vitter (R-LA) have introduced the bill entitled “The Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act,” amending the 40-year-old Toxic…
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Apr 20, 2015

Taiwan to Begin Inspection of Children’s Raincoats for Phthalates, Heavy Metals, and Drawstrings

Taiwan has published in its official gazette the mandatory inspection of children’s rainwear for eight phthalates and eight heavy metals. Domestically produced and imported raincoats will…
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Apr 20, 2015

TFDA Finalizes the Rules on the Nutritional Claims of Packaged Food

Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) has finalized rules for the nutritional claims of packaged food that will be implemented beginning January 1, 2016. The final rule includes the…
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Apr 20, 2015

Turkey Expands List of Restricted Chemicals in Certain Consumer Products

The government of Turkey has expanded the list of chemicals restricted from use in certain consumer products, and the newly added chemicals will be subjected to market surveillance. The…
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Apr 20, 2015

WA House Passes Flame Retardants Bill for Furniture and Children’s Products

Washington State's House of Representatives has passed Bill HB 1174, also known as the “Toxic-Free Kids and Families Act,” banning five flame retardants that have been designated by the…
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Apr 16, 2015

Behind the Scenes: Assessing Wearable Battery Safety

Fashion brands today incorporate electronics into their products to satisfy today’s fashion-conscious consumer. When a major U.S. brand started the early concept design of a “power bank”…
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Apr 15, 2015

Building Industry Rebound Catalyzed by ‘Smart’ Systems: UL Chief Economist

Through the 20-year efforts of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and its European counterparts, builders have incorporated environmental advances and modern guidelines…
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Apr 15, 2015

Computer Modeling Starting Fires Without Heat or Smoke

UL has turned to computer modeling to augment and even drive some of its science-based safety testing services. One of modern history’s more notable “lucky guesses” surely has to be…
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Apr 15, 2015

UL Fire Researchers Test Use of Fans to Control Blazes

Inside a building on UL’s Northbrook campus, two full-scale house structures were built and furnished. Each home was equipped with cameras, wires and sensors, all placed in order to…
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Apr 14, 2015

Employee Health vs. Occupational Health – What's in a Name

Whether we say employee health or occupational health, the mission is the same: protecting the health of people who work. Which do you prefer to use?
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Apr 13, 2015

UL Joins U.S. Presidential Trade Mission to the People’s Republic of China

Northbrook, Ill., April 13, 2015 — UL, a global safety science leader, will join the U.S. Presidential Trade Mission to the People’s Republic of China this week to explore ways for the U.S…
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Apr 13, 2015

UL LLC Collaborates with Codenomicon to Test Industrial Automation Equipment and Services and Medical Devices for Digital Security Vulnerabilities

NORTHBROOK, Ill., April 13, 2015 -- UL and Codenomicon have collaborated to develop and perform security testing on network connected devices. Initial testing will be on industrial…
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Apr 10, 2015

UL Consumer Products Launches Verification Program and New Mark for Dietary Supplements Industry

UL Verification Mark is in response to growing industry need for third-party verification of marketing claims. The vitamins and dietary supplements business has grown over the past 15…
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Apr 9, 2015

UL Event Brings Sustainable Furniture to the World at Salone del Mobile In Milan

MILAN, April 9, 2015 – UL (Underwriters Laboratories), a global safety science leader, presents “Sustainable Furniture to the World,” an event during Salone del Mobile and FuoriSalone that…
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Apr 8, 2015

UL Brings Together Designers, Architects and Manufacturers at ‘Full of Light Experience’ to Explore the Impact of Lighting Technology

MILAN, April 8, 2015 — UL, a global safety science leader, will host the “Full of Light Experience” event in Milan on April 15 – bringing together designers, architects, buyers,…
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Apr 8, 2015

UL to Begin Providing Safety Mark for Furniture in Michigan

HOLLAND, Mich. April 8, 2015 – UL (Underwriters Laboratories), a global safety science leader, announced that Advanced Furniture Testing, a UL Company, is approved to provide UL Safety…
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Apr 7, 2015

UL to Begin Providing Safety Mark for Furniture in Michigan

Furniture Manufacturers Gain Access to UL Safety Certification Services in the U.S.’s Office Furniture Capital. HOLLAND, Mich. April 7, 2015 – UL (Underwriters Laboratories), a global…
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Apr 1, 2015

TCT + Personalize Asia 3D Printing Summit: UL Team Takeaways

When opportunity knocks be ready to open the door. Paul Bates, UL’s Lead 3D Printing Development Engineer, took full advantage of that at the recent TCT + Personalize Asia 3D Printing…

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