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Do I need to worry about the Prop 65 warning? Who should comply with Prop 65 & why is it important

If you reside in California, you're probably familiar with the prominent warnings of known carcinogens in certain items and facilities. CA Prop 65 regulation includes these warnings.What is Prop 65?The Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act, or Conflict mineral reporting, has been operating since 1986. This legislation mandates that producers declare and identify goods that contain one or more substances…See More
Dec 14, 2022
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What is Extended Producer Responsibility? Why do we need EPR?

Nowadays, products and packaging are designed to be "disposable." It often leads to less sensitivity to its influence or impact on the health of human beings. If consumers rethink the way they consume and push back the responsibility of the product to the manufacturers, the issue of containing waste rather than generating it can get addressed. To achieve this objective, the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a policy that emphasizes the product lifecycle and allows manufacturers to keep…See More
Nov 10, 2022
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What does REACH compliance mean? How do you determine if your agency is REACH compliant?

SVHC compliance is one of the most important things to consider while you seek to have a business in the European Union. Whatever product you deal in, if it has to do with chemicals, you need to comply with the REACH regulations. Article 33(1) states that producers and dealers of products consisting of Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) are bound to make their customers aware of these chemicals exceeding 0.1% by weight in their products and provide instructions for their safe usage.The right…See More
Sep 28, 2022
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What is Full Material Disclosure? Benefits of Full Material Disclosure

The details of all the substances and materials included in a product are known as Full Material Disclosure (FMD). This comprehensive list protects proprietary concerns as long as the hazard chemical information is shared. FMD can be different names depending upon the particular industry. Chemical reporting or material transparency are some of the terms used. The disclosure expectations also vary, for example, whether it can share publicly or with the customer only. FULL MATERIAL DISCLOSURE -…See More
Sep 6, 2022
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International Material Data System (IMDS) is the crucial automobile industry's material data system

The automotive industry's material data system is called IMDS (International Material Data System). It first came into place through the collaboration of Audi, Ford, BMW, Porsche, VW, Volvo, and more. Since then, several new manufacturers are also a part of this community. Furthermore, OEMs now universally consider IMDS a global standard for storing the material data within the automobile industry. Hence, International Material Data System (IMDS) Training is also gaining significant popularity…See More
Aug 25, 2022
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We already do FAI! Why do we need AS9145 PPAP?

A First Article Inspection (FAI) evaluates the quality of several items from the first mass manufacturing run selected for testing. The products are picked randomly and serve as a prototype for the remainder of the run. AS9145 is a standard procedure required for new product development and current product revisions in the aerospace and defense industries. It's a well-organized procedure that includes the production part approval process (PPAP) or …See More
Jun 28, 2022
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RoHS audits demonstrate due diligence-A Brief Knowhow

We are in the world of electronics. The continual progress in this field is enormous. Unfortunately, the dark side of using electrical-electronic components can’t get ignored. The harmful substance used in creating these products leads to deteriorating the environment and becoming a threat to life.Perhaps, manufacturers use harmful materials and substances in designing and reusing electronic parts, and most of the time, the materials used remain unidentified. To control harmful impacts on the…See More
May 21, 2022
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Why IMDS Training and Consulting Is Important for Manufacturers?

In the late 1990s, giant auto manufacturers like BMW and Audi introduced a system known as the International Material Data System or the more popular IMDS. This initiative was to standardize the supply chain management by centralizing and standardizing manufacturers' raw material data required for production. For auto manufacturers, this process was a welcome step as not only did it help them to comply with global regulations but helped them use the new management system to collect data,…See More
Apr 9, 2022
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About california prop 65 compliance

What is Proposition 65?Proposition 65 requires businesses to provide warnings to Californians about significant exposures to chemicals that cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.  These chemicals can be in the products that Californians purchase, in their homes or workplaces, or that are released into the environment. By requiring that this information be provided, prop 65 consulting enables Californians…See More
Feb 25, 2022
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SCIP Compliance vs REACH Regulations | Compliancexl

  On January 5, 2021, the Substances of Concern In articles, as such and In complex objects (Products) (SCIP) database will go live. Companies operating in the European Union (EU) must submit data when introducing articles containing Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs) above the 0.1 percent weight by weight (w/w) threshold.The reporting trigger for an in-scope article is currently derived from the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) Regulation’s…See More
Jan 24, 2022
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Understanding the Importance and Functions of Reach Compliance

REACH is a regulation of the European Union, adopted to improve the protection of human health and the environment from the risks that can be posed by chemicals, while enhancing the competitiveness of the EU chemicals industry. It also promotes alternative methods for the hazard assessment of substances in order to reduce the number of tests on animals.  In principle, REACH applies to all chemical substances; not only those used in industrial processes but also in our day-to-day lives, for…See More
Dec 21, 2021
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All You Need to Know About Prop 65 Regulations

Proposition 65 is a mandatory requirement for businesses to inform and give warnings to residents of California about the exposures to chemicals known to cause congenital disabilities, reproductive harm, and cancer. These chemicals may be found in products Californians purchase for offices, workplaces, homes, or environments.  The requirement by authorities is that this information is to be known to them. The California prop 65 regulations help Californians to be aware of their exposures to…See More
Dec 10, 2021
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An Overview of Material Safety Data Sheet

MSDSs are specified by section 1910.1200(g) of the HCS (enclosed). The MSDS lists the hazardous substances of a product along with its physical and chemical characteristics and its effect on human health. It also provides detailed information on the chemicals with which it can adversely react, how to handle them, its precautionary measures, methods to prevent a spill and first aid procedures. With every new regulatory information made available, the…See More
Aug 23, 2021
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What is PPAP? What are the 5 levels of PPAP?

The abbreviation “PPAP”stands for Production Part Approval Process. It is an exceptionallycritical tool, usuallyoutsourced for ensuring quality and specifications compliance in the manufacturing industry. All automotivemanufacturers follow this particular process. It is vital to establish confidence in the supplier's parts and assembly's quality and follow the procedure.PPAP’s increasing footprintToday’s manufacturing sector is highly competitive. It is one such industrial sector that is highly…See More
Feb 20, 2021
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WHAT IS EXTENDED PRODUCER RESPONSIBILITY (EPR)? WHY COMPANIES NEED TO COMPLY WIT

The rapid increase in the number of industries and generation of plastic goods every day is becoming a threat to the environment. The use of plastics superfluously is altering the food chain and inviting numerous life-threatening, epidemic diseases. Thus, managing these tons of waste products is a severe socio-economic concern faced by the government.Under such circumstances, it became compulsory for the government to take immediate steps and focus on sustainable environment development. There…See More
Feb 8, 2021
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Reducing costs and raising efficiencies using PPAP outsourcing

Whatever be the size of an organization and its financial strength, it is recommended that they carry out operational improvement in their business process once in a while. Reasons for such exercise is to achieve the profitability and productivity targets, explore potentials to reduce operating costs, assume a leadership position in the industry and adapt one's selves to evolving external market conditions.  Outsourcing is the new trendTo achieve the goal of efficiency within any organization,…See More
Feb 1, 2021

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Do I need to worry about the Prop 65 warning? Who should comply with Prop 65 & why is it important

Posted on December 14, 2022 at 5:58am 0 Comments

If you reside in California, you're probably familiar with the prominent warnings of known carcinogens in certain items and facilities. CA Prop 65 regulation includes these warnings.

What is Prop 65?

The Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act, or Conflict mineral reporting, has been…

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What is Extended Producer Responsibility? Why do we need EPR?

Posted on November 10, 2022 at 1:58am 0 Comments

Nowadays, products and packaging are designed to be "disposable." It often leads to less sensitivity to its influence or impact on the health of human beings. If consumers rethink the way they consume and push back the responsibility of the product to the manufacturers, the issue of containing waste rather than generating it can get addressed. 

To achieve this objective, the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a policy…

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What does REACH compliance mean? How do you determine if your agency is REACH compliant?

Posted on September 28, 2022 at 4:51am 0 Comments

SVHC compliance is one of the most important things to consider while you seek to have a business in the European Union. Whatever product you deal in, if it has to do with chemicals, you need to comply with the REACH regulations. Article 33(1) states that producers and dealers of products consisting of Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) are bound to make their customers aware of these chemicals exceeding 0.1% by weight in their products and provide…

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What is Full Material Disclosure? Benefits of Full Material Disclosure

Posted on September 6, 2022 at 8:31am 0 Comments

The details of all the substances and materials included in a product are known as Full Material Disclosure (FMD). This comprehensive list protects proprietary concerns as long as the hazard chemical information is shared. FMD can be different names depending upon the particular industry. Chemical reporting or material transparency are some of the terms used. The disclosure expectations also vary, for example, whether it can share publicly or with the customer…

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