AQM BD Secures a 5-Year Contract with Uganda’s Government
Uganda’s oil and gas sector is experiencing significant growth, marked by numerous ongoing projects. In a move to safeguard the industry against substandard imports and guarantee the safety and reliability of products used in the oil and gas sector, the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) has implemented the Uganda Pre-Export and Verification of Conformity Programme […]
Malaysia Issues New Trade Descriptions Order on Pre-Packaged Goods
Malaysia introduces the Trade Descriptions (Marking of Quantity for Pre-Packaged Goods) Order 2023, effective June 4, 2024, replacing the prior order. Key amendments include consolidating interpretations, imposing quantity declaration obligations, and revising marking requirements for pre-packaged goods. What are the Key changes to the Trade Descriptions (Marking of Quantity for Pre-Packaged Goods) Order 2023? Outlined […]
U.S. CPSC Approves Revised ASTM F963-23 as New Federal Toy Safety Standard
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) gave the green light to the updated ASTM F963-23 on January 18, 2024. This recent decision makes it the new federal standard for toy safety. The shift is scheduled to happen on April 20, 2024, unless the CPSC gets adverse comments before February 20, 2024. What Is the […]
Latest Product Recall Report: January 2024
Welcome to our latest product recall report listing all the latest product recalls from around the world for January 2024. The comprehensive document includes important recall information and updates from key regions across the globe with explanation on issues you need to know about. See below for a latest round-up from the EU, US below. […]
AQM BD Expands Its European Presence: New Office Opening in Spain
With over 29 years of unwavering commitment to quality control and inspection services, AQM BD has solidified its position as a trusted quality assurance partner for global businesses across Asia’s manufacturing hubs, including China, Vietnam, India, Bangladesh, Japan, and Korea. Now, in a strategic move to further bolster its presence in Europe and better serve our […]
Australia Bans Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)
On December 12, 2023, Australia’s Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment, and Water (DCCEEW) announced a ban on several Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs). This decision is part of amendments made to the Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management (Register) Instrument 2022. What Is The IChEMS Register? Australia’s Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management Standard (IChEMS) was established […]
ECHA Expands SVHC Candidate List: Five New Chemicals Pose Risks to Health and Environment
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) announced on January 23, 2024, that it has updated its Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) under the REACH Regulation. The five new chemicals are used in a range of products and brings the total number of entries to 240. Five Chemicals Added to the SVHC […]
Latest Product Recall Report: December 2023
Welcome to our latest product recall report listing all the latest product recalls from around the world for December 2023. The comprehensive document includes important recall information and updates from key regions across the globe with explanation on issues you need to know about. See below for a latest round-up from the EU, US below. […]
Japan Implements Regulations on PFHxS
The Japan Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has published a cabinet order. The new order will regulate the manufacturing, importation, and usage of Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid (PFHxS) and its salts. This decision reflects Japan’s commitment to adress environmental and health concerns regarding the PFHXs. Background on PFHxS Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid (PFHxS) is a synthetic […]
New Fees and Licensing Requirements for Mattress-Related Businesses in DC
In a new regulatory development, the District of Columbia has announced a framework of biennial fees for upholstered furniture and bedding businesses and new licensing requirements. These businesses include those engaged in manufacturing, renovating, storage, and the sale of mattresses and other bedding products. These new changes came into effect on August 1, 2023, and […]
