Intertek Blog by Year: 2016
13 Dec 2016
Understanding Ethical Sourcing in the Supply Chain - Part II
So you’ve decided to implement an Ethical Sourcing policy/ Responsible Supply Chain Policy in your organisation, now what?
06 Dec 2016
Mitigating Risks in Pharmaceutical Stability Storage
Stability studies represent considerable investment in cost and time. What steps can be taken to mitigate the risks of losing valuable samples in storage due to unforeseen disasters?
02 Dec 2016
FDA Dietary Fiber Guidance and Its Impact on the Food Industry
The latest developments on dietary fiber may have a major impact on many companies currently making "dietary fiber" declarations in the U.S.
22 Nov 2016
Grid Interconnection and Compliance Trends
Navigating the world of energy storage regulations
15 Nov 2016
Understanding Ethical Sourcing in the Supply Chain
What does Ethical Sourcing really mean for your business?
11 Nov 2016
Tackling e-Commerce in the Food Industry
An analysis of the growth of online sales specifically within the Food Industry
10 Nov 2016
Intertek welcomes New Novel Food EFSA Guidance Deadline
A critical step in the establishment of the new EU novel food Regulations
08 Nov 2016
Understanding EU Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation Deadline
Manufacturers, importers or formulators must comply with EU Regulation (Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008)
01 Nov 2016
Understanding EU Cosmetics Regulation and Attaining Compliance
Cosmetic companies across Europe must comply with EU Cosmetics Regulation (Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009)
25 Oct 2016
Shedding Some Light on ENERGY STAR® Lamps (Light Bulbs) Specification Version 2.0
Testing and Certification Under the Latest Energy Efficiency Requirement
06 Sep 2016
FDA GRAS Rule About to be Finalized - Clarifications, but No Surprises
After 19 years as a proposed rule, the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will finalize the criteria by which food ingredients can be concluded to be "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS)
30 Aug 2016
Food Contact Regulatory Framework in China 2016
Intertek provides insights into how the regulations in China are shaping up and the potential effects on industry.
26 Aug 2016
FDA's Updated Draft New Dietary Ingredient Guidance
Some Progress but No Dramatic Changes
23 Aug 2016
Good Manufacturing Practices in the Food Packaging Industry
Addressing the Whole Production Cycle
26 Jul 2016
Field Evaluations for Medical Electrical Equipment
An Overview of the Requirements Under SPE-3000
19 Jul 2016
Developing a brighter and efficient tomorrow, with the revolutionary goniophotometer and integrating sphere.
Intertek introduces a breakthrough technology for testing the performance of luminaries and other energy efficient lighting systems.
12 Jul 2016
Evaluating Barrier Properties in Key Material Decisions
Instrumented Vs. Non-Instrumented Measurements for Water Vapor Transmission Rate Testing
05 Jul 2016
Not all rubber is made equal!
A discussion on risk assessments of leachables from medical device components
28 Jun 2016
A further update to EU Novel Food Regulations
Intertek's EU food regulatory expert provides insights into how the regulations and guidance documents are shaping up and potential effects on industry.
24 Jun 2016
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Reform
The Long Anticipated Modernization of the US Toxic Substances Control Act is Here
21 Jun 2016
California Proposition 65 - Another Year of Businesses Paying the Price
The threat of settlement fees from notices of violation continue to loom over businesses in California.
14 Jun 2016
Using Gelbo Flex Testing to Determine Flexible Material Durability
Three Parameters to Consider
07 Jun 2016
Evolving Energy Efficiency Regulations for Commercial Refrigeration
Part 2: Impact on Processes
24 May 2016
Low-Voltage Electrical Products Requirements for the Gulf Region
What Manufacturers Should Know About the G Mark
20 May 2016
Food law has changed a lot in 500 years
Exploring the changes in food law 500 years since the first recorded food regulation was introduced
13 May 2016
US EPA 2016 Chemical Data Reporting: Are You Ready?
Intertek helps companies meet September 30, 2016 deadline
03 May 2016
Feeling the Heat of Updated EPA Standards for Hearth Emissions
Manufacturers and Retailers of Wood Heaters and Stoves Impacted by New Source Performance Standards
26 Apr 2016
Ensuring Safe and Stable Inhaled Medicines
Stability studies play an important role in inhalation drug development
08 Apr 2016
California Proposition 65 Update: BPA - End of the 1-year Grace Period
OHHEA plans to impose temporary emergency regulations for canned food retailers due to possible BPA-related litigation concerns.
29 Mar 2016
A Change in 'Sit'-uation
How sit/stand workstations are raising questions about compliance
18 Mar 2016
Canada requests early industry engagement for Phase 3 of the Chemicals Management Plan (CMP3)
Intertek addresses impact on the Chemical Industry
15 Mar 2016
RoHS 2 Compliance for Household Appliances
Enforcement Update Infographic and Best Practices Suggestions
14 Mar 2016
Establishing Health-Based Exposure Limits for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
Are your manufacturing standards in line with the new EMA guideline?
08 Mar 2016
U.S. FDA Set to Increase Enforcement on Dietary Supplements
Office of Dietary Supplement Program set to increase industry oversight and consumer protection in light of high profile violations
01 Mar 2016
Online Retail, Consumer Product Safety and Your Brand
Advances and increased growth in online sales and the changing landscape of consumer product safety
23 Feb 2016
Getting New Animal Food Ingredients Into the U.S. Market
Emerging Developments in U.S. Animal Food Regulatory Acceptance
19 Feb 2016
EFSA Takes a Closer Look at Food Enzyme Exposure Assessments
Deadline for Public Consultation is 31 March 2016
18 Feb 2016
Final Countdown for Phase I Existing Substance Registration in Taiwan
Are you ready for the March 31 deadline?
12 Feb 2016
The Deadline for Non-Disclosure Request of Trade Secrets in Korea is Feb. 29, 2016
Companies are required to ACT NOW!
02 Feb 2016
How to Create Better Products Using Consumer Insights
Using customer preferences to shape product lines
26 Jan 2016
Added Sugar: Dietary Guidelines in the U.S. and Beyond
New U.S. Dietary Guidelines cracks down on added sugar
