Consumer Products Insight Bulletins

As part of our commitment to support and add value to our customers, Intertek regularly publishes and distributes important information about the consumer products industry in the form of our Insight (formerly known as Sparkle) technical bulletins. Insight provides updates on quality and safety requirements of consumer products for every country across the globe. Each Insight includes a detailed synopsis of continually changing standards and how they affect your business, to supply you with the knowledge and potential solutions to stay competitive in today's global marketplace.

Vol. 1475 | 07 May 2025

UK Published the Amendments to The Regulations On The Fire Safety of Furniture

The UK’s 2025 amendments to Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations exempt certain children’s products, remove display label requirements, and extend prosecution periods, effective October 30, 2025, maintaining key fire safety standards.

Vol. 1474 | 04 May 2025

EU - Update on Targeted PFAS Analysis EN 17681-1:2025

The EU’s EN 17681-1:2025 standard updates targeted PFAS testing in textiles using alkaline hydrolysis, enhancing detection of side-chain fluorinated polymers and requiring companies selling in Europe to adopt the new method for compliance.

Vol. 1473 | 04 May 2025

EU Reached a Provisional Agreement On New EU Toy Safety Regulations

The EU’s provisional agreement on new toy safety regulations bans harmful chemicals like PFAS, mandates safety assessments, and requires Digital Product Passports for all toys to improve child protection and market transparency.

Vol. 1472 | 27 Apr 2025

U.S. – March 2025 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

In March 2025, California issued 358 Proposition 65 60-day notices for Lead, Phthalates, and other chemicals in products ranging from apparel to beauty and pet products, highlighting ongoing compliance challenges.

Vol. 1471 | 27 Apr 2025

Indonesia – Approved New Regulations on SNI Compliance for Paper and Cardboard Food Packaging

Indonesia’s Regulation No. 6 of 2025 requires mandatory SNI 8218:2024 compliance and certification for paper and cardboard materials used in primary food packaging, effective July 2025 with full compliance by July 2026.

Vol. 1470 | 22 Apr 2025

EU Adopts 2025 - 2030 Working Plan to Drive Sustainability in Textiles

The EU’s 2025-2030 ESPR Working Plan prioritizes textiles to enhance sustainability through durability, repairability, material efficiency, and transparency, with delegated acts set for adoption in 2027 to foster a circular textile economy.

Vol. 1469 | 22 Apr 2025

U.S. CPSC revised the Safety Standard Stationary Activity Centers

The U.S. CPSC revises the Stationary Activity Centers safety standard by adopting ASTM F2012-24, effective July 5, 2025, enhancing warning label permanency testing and adding new label examples.

Vol. 1468 | 21 Apr 2025

U.S. - Utah R70-101: Online Requirements removed

Utah updates rule R70-101 to remove online digital labeling requirements for bedding, upholstered furniture, and quilted clothing effective April 9, 2025, maintaining physical labeling and licensing regulations.

Vol. 1467 | 14 Apr 2025

EU Approves New Regulation to Amend the Regulations of Plastic Materials for Food Contact

The EU’s Regulation 2025/351 updates plastic food contact material rules, enforcing stricter purity, labelling, and recycled plastic standards to enhance consumer safety and sustainability, effective March 16, 2025.

Vol. 1466 | 08 Apr 2025

U.S. – February 2025 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

In February 2025, California issued 341 Prop 65 notices, highlighting violations for Lead, Phthalates, and other chemicals across various product categories.

Vol. 1465 | 17 Mar 2025

France – Prohibits Clothing Textile Products, and Footwear Containing PFAS

On February 28, 2025, the governor of France signed LAW No. 2025-188 of February 27, 2025 which aims at protecting the population from risks associated with perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Vol. 1464 | 12 Mar 2025

U.S. - Utah’s Change in Proposed Rule for Online Requirements

Utah has temporarily paused its online labeling requirements for bedding, upholstered furniture, and quilted clothing, awaiting further legislative alignment and public feedback.

Vol. 1463 | 12 Mar 2025

U.S. – January 2025 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

In January 2025, California issued 337 Prop 65 notices, highlighting violations for Lead, Phthalates, and other chemicals across various product categories.

Vol. 1462 | 06 Mar 2025

Australia publishes amendment to Consumer Goods (Infant Sleep Products) Safety Standard 2024

Australia has amended its safety standard for infant sleep products, focusing on enhanced mattress firmness and updated choking hazard testing to improve safety for infants.