SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has announced a free, expert-led webinar, ‘Hardlines Regulatory Recap 2025’, taking place on November 27, 2025.
The pace of chemical regulatory change in the hardlines sector has accelerated. New and updated requirements under the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) and the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS), as well as legislation impacting packaging and the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), mean manufacturers and traders face increasing complexity and compliance demands.
SGS’s complimentary webinar will provide participants with a concise overview of the latest regulatory developments. The session will help stakeholders understand the implications of these changes and prepare for implementation with clarity and confidence.
- General overview:
- EU: REACH/SVHC/POP updates
- US: TSCA developments
- Toys and juvenile products
- Packaging – EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)
- PFAS restrictions:
- EU and Member States
- US and state laws
- Food contact materials – EU and US developments
- EU RoHS – recent amendments
- Q&A
This webinar is designed for chemical quality and regulatory compliance professionals working with hardlines products in the EU and US markets. It is especially relevant for those involved in product safety, testing and market access.
The session takes place on November 27, 2025, at 10:00 am (GMT +1:00).
Stakeholders seeking insight into 2025 chemical compliance updates and practical strategies for regulatory alignment are encouraged to register now.
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