Geneva (June 26, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 084.25, covering the release of EN 12586:2025 by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). This revised standard updates safety requirements for soother holders used by children from birth to 36 months.

Replacing EN 12586:2007+A1:2011, the new version introduces a restructured format, expanded scope, clearer test methods and enhanced chemical and mechanical safety provisions. It also aligns with evolving EU chemical regulations and product safety expectations.

Key updates include:
- Expanded chemical testing, including new limits for N-nitrosamines, formaldehyde, solvents and 19 migratory elements
- Clearer definitions and illustrations for different soother holder types
- Stronger hygiene and mechanical safety requirements, including a ban on button and coin batteries
- Revised packaging and labeling instructions to improve consumer guidance

Notably, the standard now prohibits accessories made with adhesives or materials that may melt or burn from exemption under flammability testing, ensuring all designs are thoroughly assessed.

Conflicting national standards must be withdrawn by April 2026.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS to help stakeholders stay informed of critical regulatory developments. SafeGuardS 084.25 provides a table summarizing changes in EN 12586:2025 and outlines new compliance requirements for manufacturers and retailers of childcare products.

Stakeholders are encouraged to review the full SafeGuardS 084.25 for further details.

SGS Toy & Juvenile Product Services
SGS offers a wide range of services to ensure that products comply with relevant standards for childcare articles and children’s equipment. They provide consulting, training, product development, testing, audit and inspection services to ensure that products comply with strict regulations worldwide, demonstrating the safety and quality of juvenile products being brought to the market. After all, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS’s Toy & Juvenile Product Services.

SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full CEN Issues EN 12586:2025 for Soother Holders SafeGuardS.

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For further information contact:

Dr. Hingwo Tsang
Global Information and Innovation Manager
Tel: +852 2774 7420

Catherine Follin-Arbelet
SGS Connectivity and Products Global Expert, Juvenile Products
Tel: +33628502588

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SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

Geneva (June 26, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 086.25, outlining Switzerland’s draft proposal to revise its Chemical Risk Reduction Ordinance (ORRChem, SR 814.81).

Notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) in May 2025, the draft ordinance from the Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN) aims to align Swiss chemical regulations with the latest Annex XVII updates of EU REACH (Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006) and the POP Recast Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2019/1021).

If adopted, the revisions would introduce new restrictions, revised definitions and targeted exemptions for substances of concern, including lead in PVC, PFHxA, formaldehyde, Dechlorane Plus (DP) and microplastics. The new measures would be phased in from December 1, 2025.

Key proposed changes include:
- Adding several new persistent organic pollutants to the prohibited list, including PFHxS, DP, methoxychlor and UV-328, along with temporary exemptions for DP and UV-328
- Introducing limits and definitions for PFHxA and PFHxA-related compounds, with concentration thresholds for cosmetics, food contact materials, textiles and general-use mixtures
- Aligning with EU requirements on synthetic polymer microparticles (microplastics) and restricting lead content in PVC-containing mixtures and article
- Setting formaldehyde emission limits for furniture, wood-based products and vehicle interiors, with some exceptions
- Removing outdated substances such as methoxychlor from other lists and updating references to new EU regulations
- Updating additional sections covering ozone-depleting substances, solvents, detergents, refrigerants, extinguishing agents, aerosol generators and insulating gases

SGS publishes SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed of important regulatory developments. SafeGuardS 086.25 provides a table summarizing the changes in Switzerland’s draft ordinance and its alignment with EU chemical safety standards.

Stakeholders are encouraged to review the full SafeGuardS 086.25 for more detailed information and guidance on compliance.

SGS Chemical Testing
SGS offers a comprehensive range of testing services to help manufacturers and suppliers ensure their products are safe and comply with national and international regulations concerning harmful chemicals. In the end, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS Chemical Testing Services.

SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full Switzerland Proposes Revision to its Chemical Risk Reduction Ordinance SafeGuardS.

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For further information contact:

Dr. Hingwo Tsang
Global Information and Innovation Manager
Tel: +852 2774 7420
Website: www.sgs.com/hardlines
LinkedIn: SGS Connectivity & Products

About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

Geneva (June 26, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 087.25, summarizing recent legislative changes in Rhode Island that broaden the state’s restrictions on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

On June 10, 2025, the governor of Rhode Island signed Senate Bill 241 (companion bill H5019) into law. The amendment updates the state’s Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024 by prohibiting the intentional addition of PFAS in firefighting personal protective equipment (FPPE), effective January 1, 2027.

Previously, manufacturers and importers of FPPE were only required to disclose the presence of PFAS, with that requirement taking effect in January 2025. The new legislation transitions this disclosure rule into a full ban on PFAS in FPPE, defined to include gloves, helmets, jackets, pants, footwear and respiratory gear designed for firefighting and rescue operations.

This amendment complements Rhode Island’s broader PFAS restrictions on products such as carpets, cookware, cosmetics, outdoor apparel and ski waxes, introduced under the 2024 Act.

SGS publishes SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed of important regulatory developments. SafeGuardS 087.25 provides a table summarizing Rhode Island’s recent PFAS-related legislative changes.

Stakeholders are encouraged to review SafeGuardS 087.25 for further details.

SGS Chemical Testing
SGS offers a comprehensive range of testing services to help manufacturers and suppliers ensure their products are safe and comply with national and international regulations concerning harmful chemicals. In the end, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS Chemical Testing Services.

SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full Rhode Island, USA, Expands Scope of PFAS Ban to include FPPE SafeGuardS.

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For further information contact:

Dr. Hingwo Tsang
Global Information and Innovation Manager
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Melanie Tamayo
Senior Technical Manager, SGS NA
Tel: +1 312 414 9394

Website: www.sgs.com/hardlines
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About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

BYRON BAY, NSW – 24 June 2025 – A leading team of property valuers in Byron Bay is sounding the alarm on a growing issue affecting estate planning across Northern NSW. Asset Advisory Property Consultants, based in Lennox Head, is helping families and legal professionals understand how incorrect or outdated property valuation in Byron Bay could lead to serious tax liabilities, disputes, and loss of entitlements during estate transfers.

With property values in the Byron Shire continuing to fluctuate, especially in high-demand coastal zones, accurate and up-to-date valuations have become a cornerstone of effective estate and succession planning. The firm is urging accountants, solicitors, and families to engage qualified valuers to avoid financial and legal surprises during probate, asset division, or intergenerational transfers.

“Too often we see estates undervalued or incorrectly assessed due to reliance on automated tools or generic market estimates,” said Jeremy Rutledge, Director of Asset Advisory Property Consultants. “As trusted property valuers in Byron Bay, we regularly assist legal and financial professionals who are brought in too late—after tax complications or family disagreements have already begun.”

The firm highlights several overlooked risks including mismatches in market vs. retrospective value at the date of death, failure to factor in capital gains tax implications, and assumptions made from outdated sales data.

These issues can delay settlements, reduce inheritances, and attract unnecessary scrutiny from the ATO. With property often forming the largest asset in an estate, a formal valuation is not just a legal requirement. It’s a protective measure.

Rutledge adds that demand for formal estate valuations has increased in recent years, particularly in Byron Bay and nearby coastal areas where property prices have surged. The firm’s experienced team of certified valuers provides detailed, ATO-compliant reports that meet the specific needs of probate, family law, and SMSF scenarios. Asset Advisory also supports law firms and trustees with ongoing consulting for complex property portfolios and multi-heir estates.

Families, solicitors, and financial advisers seeking expert guidance are encouraged to learn more about proper property valuation. Contact Asset Advisory Property Consultants today.

About Asset Advisory Property Consultants

Asset Advisory Property Consultants is a specialist valuation and advisory firm based in Lennox Head, NSW. The team provides trusted, independent valuation services across Northern NSW and Southern Queensland, with a focus on property valuation, business valuation, and quantity surveying. Serving both private clients and professionals, the firm is widely recognised for its accuracy, industry expertise, and commitment to helping clients make informed decisions about property, estates, and investment.

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The Law Office of Rosina C. Stambaugh, a nationally recognized immigration law firm with a local office in York, Pennsylvania, is expanding its outreach to individuals and families facing critical immigration challenges, particularly those involving alien registration compliance and immigrant detention. With decades of collective experience and a reputation for compassionate, client-focused service, the firm provides unwavering support to people navigating some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

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“We see too many cases where immigrants are detained or placed in deportation proceedings simply because they were unaware of their registration obligations,” says Managing Attorney Rosina Stambaugh. “Our goal is to educate and protect our clients from these avoidable pitfalls.”

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When a loved one is suddenly taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), families are often left in confusion and fear. Rosina Law offers prompt, strategic action for those with a family member detained by ICE, helping them understand their rights and options. The firm’s team includes seasoned legal professionals with a strong track record of securing bond hearings, challenging unlawful detention, and seeking release for individuals facing deportation.

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About Rosina Law

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