Intertek Blog
The Intertek Blog is a trusted source for insights on product safety, quality, sustainability, innovation, and compliance. The articles written by our experts explore industry trends, emerging technologies, regulatory developments, and best practices, delivering the knowledge and perspective you need to stay informed and inspired.
Most Recent Posts

09 May 2025
Understanding Biocides and Their Regulation in Canada
Explore the types of biocidal products in Canada and the main regulations that control their approval, marketing, and use nationwide.

08 May 2025
PFAS-Free Future: Insights from the 2025 AATCC PFAS Conference for the Textile Industry
The 2025 AATCC PFAS Conference emphasized the critical need to eliminate PFAS in textiles, showcasing new technologies, regulatory updates, and strategies for manufacturers to achieve a PFAS-free, sustainable future.

06 May 2025
RED Directive: The Cybersecurity Compliance Countdown – Part 3
How EN 18031 Shapes Development of Products that are Secure by Design

05 May 2025
Be reasonable: Increasing Confidence in Companies’ Climate-Related Disclosures (Part 1)
Explore Why Assurance Is the Foundation for Building Trust in Companies' Climate-Related Data and Disclosures

03 May 2025
United States Food and Drug Administration Bans FD&C Red No. 3 (Erythrosine)
Food and Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Now Have Until 15 January 2027, or 18 January 2028 to Reformulate Their Products

02 May 2025
Two Approaches, One Goal: Comparing EU and UK Exposure Assessments
Compare EU and UK Exposure Assessments: How Food Data Impacts Risk Evaluations

29 Apr 2025
Electrification of Doors and Hardware in Modern Construction
How Electrified Systems Support Safety, Access Control, and Code Compliance

28 Apr 2025
Ecomark: Empowering Sustainable Choices for a Greener Future
The MoEFCC Introduces the Ecomark Rules, 2024, to Label Environmentally Friendly Products

24 Apr 2025
Understanding Australia's Climate-Related Financial Disclosure Requirements
Australia's new climate disclosure laws turn compliance into a strategic opportunity for sustainable growth

22 Apr 2025
RED Directive: The Cybersecurity Compliance Countdown – Part 2
The First Step to RED Compliance is Risk Assessment

15 Apr 2025
Advances in Life Safety and Security Product Testing and Certification
Adapting to New Challenges Posed by Emerging Technologies, Global Market Shifts, and Evolving Risks

10 Apr 2025
Prioritizing Accessibility of Medical Devices for All Patients by Integrating Empathy into Design
The Path to Making Medical Devices Truly User-Friendly and Inclusive

08 Apr 2025
RED Directive: The Cybersecurity Compliance Countdown – Part 1
Why Cybersecurity Compliance is Non-Negotiable

03 Apr 2025
The Importance of Total Quality Assurance for Fire and Life Safety Equipment Installers
Ensuring that Every Part of the Safety System Meets the Highest Safety Standards

02 Apr 2025
Why the EU Cares About Microplastics and Why You Should Too
Navigating the EU Microplastics Regulation with Intertek