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September 26, 2007
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09-07
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REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS RoHS/WEEE UPDATES STR Launches New RoHS Website STR is pleased to announce the implementation of its' new RoHS website.
This site is designed around the EU Restriction of Hazardous Materials
Directive in addition to other RoHS laws globally and lists the various
RoHS solutions to help clients with their due-diligence. To learn more about RoHS and how STR can help you on your journey to compliance please contact Kevin Smith at mailto:rohs@strus.com STR To Offer RoHS Compliance Assurance System (CAS) For Organizations In The Electrical And Electronics (E/E) Industry STR now offers a RoHS Compliance Assurance System (CAS) for organizations in the electrical and electronics (E/E) industry to comply with the EU's RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC that went into force July 1, 2006. The CAS is based on the EU's RoHS Enforcement Guidance Document, Version 1 that was published May, 2006. There are three main components to the EU's RoHS Enforcement Guidance Document and they are:
Korean RoHS The Enforcement of South Korea RoHS is only months away and will take effect January 1, 2008. Are you ready? Korean RoHS involves the recycling of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment in addition to recycling of End-of-Life Vehicles. The same 6 hazardous substances for EU RoHS and China RoHS also apply to Korea RoHS with the same maximum concentration values. In addition, Korean RoHS is based upon self-declaration which STR can assist companies through the implementation of a Compliance Assurance System (CAS). For more information on how STR can help you with compliance to Korea RoHS please contact Kevin Smith at rohs@strus.com. mailto:rohs@strus.com TEXTILE INDUSTRY UPDATES New ISO Standard On Phenolic Yellowing Of Textile Materials Phenolic yellowing is the most common type of textile yellowing, which is caused by the reaction of oxides of nitrogen in an alkaline medium, with the phenolic compounds present on the textile materials. In fact, the alkaline condition that is required for the reaction between the phenolic compounds and oxides of nitrogen is inherent in cotton textiles. The reason is most of the fabric is processed predominantly in an alkaline medium, unless it is fully neutralized with specialty acids, it would tend to get alkaline while in storage, and become more prone to yellowing. This is especially apparent on white or pastel shades, as the yellowness, which appears on fabric is of very low intensity and can only be visible on white or pastel backgrounds. Dark shades are also affected as the color becomes dull. Read more. FOOD AND DRUG INDUSTRY UPDATES FDA Proposes New Rule For Sunscreen Products On August 23, 2007, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration proposed a
new regulation that sets standards for formulating, testing and labeling
over-the-counter (OTC) sunscreen drug products with ultraviolet A (UVA)
and ultraviolet B (UVB) protection. "For more than 30 years, consumers
have been able to identify the level of UVB protection provided by
sunscreens using only sunburn protection factor or SPF values," said
Andrew C. von Eschenbach, M.D., Commissioner of Food and Drugs. "Under
today's proposal, consumers will also now know the level of UVA protection
in sunscreens, which will help them make informed decisions about
protecting themselves and their children against the harmful effects of
the sun". Shuster Participates In The China International Food Safety & Quality Conference/Expo Shuster attended and exhibited at the China International Food Safety & Quality Conference September 12-13, 2007 in Beijing, China. During this important global event, industry leaders, representing both global businesses and highly recognized government agencies, delivered timely presentations on global food safety practices. Read more. CSCC IS RELOCATING CSCC's Los Angeles Office Is Moving, Effective October 1, 2007 Please note that CSCC's Los Angeles office is moving. Effective October 1, 2007, the mailing address and phone and fax numbers for LA will be as follows: 5777 W. Century Blvd., Suite 1790 Email and web addresses will remain the same. Note that the Los Angeles office will close mid-day on Friday, September 28th, 2007, to facilitate the relocation. |
TOY INDUSTRY UPDATES Important Toy Safety Coordination Initiative STR attended the second meeting for the Toy Industry Association (TIA) Toy Safety Coordination Initiative on September 25, 2007 in Washington, DC. Three work groups were established at the initial meeting in August to address Design Hazard Analysis, Process Control, and Testing and Reporting. Click here to read the very important information reported at this week's meeting. Two plenary sessions on the Toy Safety Coordination Initiative are scheduled for November 1 and December 13, 2007 in New York City. The California Assembly Bill, AB 1108 - Phthalates In Products For Young Children The California Assembly Bill, AB 1108 was passed on September 4, 2007, waiting for the final approval by the Governor of the State. It would be included in Part 3, Division 104 of the Health and Safety Code, as Chapter 11, under the title "Phthalates in Products for Young Children". This Bill states that, commencing January 1, 2009, no person or entity shall manufacture, sell or distribute in commerce:
STR Toy Experts In The News STR has garnered significant press coverage recently as a leading toy quality and safety testing company. Our experts, Sue DeRagon (US), Ben Lau (HK), and Ian Saunderson (UK), have appeared in stories in the following media: Bloomberg News, the British Broadcasting Corporation, CBS Radio News, Forbes, and Time Magazine. Two New York Times stories are scheduled to run soon. And, STR was recently profiled by the Associated Press. Click here to see story. EVENTS/SEMINARS CSCC And UCLA Extension To Deliver Seminars On Supply Chain Compliance In Social And Security Standards The Cal Safety Compliance Corporation (CSCC), a leading global provider of responsible sourcing services to the world's largest brands and retailers, and UCLA Extension, one of America's largest and most comprehensive adult education schools, will offer two seminars on social compliance and supply chain security near the UCLA campus this fall. The seminars titled "Supply Chain Social and Security Compliance," will be held in Westwood Village, Los Angeles, on Oct. 6 and Oct. 13, 2007. The seminars feature two CSCC experts on social and security compliance, with more than 10 years of combined field experience. Attendees will gain insight into the real-world issues facing social compliance and supply chain security professionals, including historical context on the topics, implications to the trade community, and useful program development and management approaches. Click here for registration and details. Shuster To Attend Council For Responsible Nutrition (CRN) Annual Meeting Gene Damon, Senior Vice President at Shuster Laboratories will attend CRN's annual meeting, being held October 3-6, 2007 in Scottsdale, AZ. CRN's Annual Symposium on Dietary Supplements will bring together
dietary supplement industry leaders, managers, and executives and will
offer sessions on business, science, marketing, media, legislative and
regulatory issues, as well as networking opportunities. Shuster is a
leading provider of quality assurance services for manufacturers,
retailers, and raw material suppliers of dietary supplements. To learn
more about our capabilities or to meet during the CRN event, contact Mr.
Damon at mailto:gene.damon@shusterlabs.com For more information
Shuster Laboratories To Exhibit At The Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA) Show, November 11-12, 2007 Shuster Laboratories will exhibit at the PLMA Show on November 11-13, 2007 at the Rosemont Convention Center in Chicago, IL. To learn more about Shuster's consumer product quality assurance services and programs, please visit us at booth # 4721-4722. The 2007 PLMA Trade Show will attract more than 5,000 visitors and 2,000 buyers and is the largest show of its kind in the U.S. For more information on the show contact PLMA at (212) 972-3131 or visit their web site at http://www.plma.org/ If you would like to meet with Shuster staff members during the show, please contact Katie Griffin at mailto:katie.griffin@shusterlabs.com
STR ACCREDITATIONS STR-Hong Kong Obtains HOKLAS Accreditation For Inhalation Hazard Of Pen Cap We are pleased to announce that Specialized Technology Resources (H.K.) Limited (STR-HK) has recently obtained the HOKLAS accreditation on BS 7272-1:2000 / ISO 11540:1993 (for Pen Caps) and BS 7272-2:2000 (for End Closures). BS 7272, published in 1990, was the first standard to address the inhalation hazard of pen cap. This BS standard was later on adopted by the ISO Technical Committee ISO/TC 10 to become ISO 11540:1993. Read more. |
Client Confidentiality Please note that none of the articles make a direct reference to any past or present client. It is our policy and practice to maintain strict client confidentiality at all times. Our business, and yours, depend on it! |
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