ISO 17025 Accreditation for Product Testing Labs: A Complete Guide

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ISO 17025

ISO 17025 is a globally recognized standard aiming at determining the capability of testing and calibration laboratories. It serves the purpose of demonstrating the competency of lab activities, such as providing accurate and timely results.

Using an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory can also help importers and manufacturers to ensure that their products’ testing results are reliable. Also, some marketplaces such as Amazon only accept ISO 17025 accredited labs, for certain product listings.

In this guide, we introduce the scope of ISO 17025, the accreditation process, and list some ISO 17025 accredited laboratories.
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List of Product Liability Insurance Companies in Singapore

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Product liability insurance can be your last line of defence if anyone is harmed by your product. In this guide, we list Singapore based product liability insurance companies offering insurance solutions for a wide range of business needs and product types.

We list insurance companies, brokers, and agencies – and explain how they differ.

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List of Products Covered by the EU Construction Products Regulation 

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Construction Products

Importing or manufacturing construction products requires compliance with the EU Construction Products Regulation. The regulation sets out requirements such as safety and performance standards, documentation, and labeling.

In this guide, we provide a list of products that are referenced in Annex IV of the Construction Products Regulation. We also list applicable harmonised standards for each product category.
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List of Products Covered by the WEEE Directive

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WEEE Products List

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) Directive applies to electrical and electronic equipment waste and waste collection. It also covers labeling requirements used to indicate separate waste collection.

In this guide, we list examples of products covered by the WEEE Directive. We made the selection based on the product categories listed in the relevant annexes of the directive itself. We also include examples of relevant EN standards.

That said, keep in mind that WEEE covers essentially all electrical and electronic products – not only those listed in this guide.

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Plastic Product Regulations and Safety Standards in the European Union

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Plastic Products

Plastics and consumer products made of plastics are subject to chemical restrictions, bans, labeling, and lab testing requirements. In this guide, we explain how REACH, RoHS Directive, and many other regulations apply to plastic materials and consumer products.

Further, we also look into plastic food contact materials regulations, and regulations concerning single-use plastics in the European Union.

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List of Product Liability Insurance Companies in Canada

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Products sold in Canada must comply with national product safety standards, labeling, and certification requirements. That said, unforeseen manufacturing and design defects can render your products unsafe and non-compliant – which in turn can result in injury or property damage.

Should the worst happen, product liability insurance can serve as a last line of defense as it can cover costs (at least in part) arising from claims or legal fees.

In this guide, we list some of Canada’s leading product liability insurance companies, brokers, and agencies – that can help protect your business. Continue reading List of Product Liability Insurance Companies in Canada

List of Product Liability Insurance Companies in Australia

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Planning to import or manufacture products in Australia? In this guide, we list Australian product liability insurers, brokers, and agencies.

We also explain why product liability insurance is necessary for Australian importers, brands, and Amazon sellers.

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List of Product Compliance Software and SaaS: An Overview

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Product Compliance Software

Product compliance software and SaaS tools can help you assess applicable standards and regulations, manage substances, create labels files and certificates, lab testing, and other aspects of the process. In this guide, we list some of the leading software and SaaS solutions in the product compliance space. Continue reading List of Product Compliance Software and SaaS: An Overview

List of Products Covered by the Flammable Fabrics Act (FFA)

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Baby clothing

The Flammable Fabrics Act (FFA) sets flammability standards for certain textile products such as clothing, children’s sleepwear, and carpets. In this guide, we list several product types and categories covered by the FFA – and examples of related flammability standards. Continue reading List of Products Covered by the Flammable Fabrics Act (FFA)

List of Products Covered by the Occupational Safety and Health Act

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Safety helmet and goggles

The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) sets safety standards and other compliance requirements for protective equipment. In this guide, we list several product categories covered by the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) – including gloves, helmets, safety goggles, and much more. Continue reading List of Products Covered by the Occupational Safety and Health Act