What’s new in IMDS Recommendation 001 and it’s impact on the Automotive Industry
IMDS recommendation 001 is the basic document that describes the requirements for creating MDS reports with a specific set of Rules and Guidelines in the IMDS portal. All these criteria are universally accepted by all car manufacturers subscribed to IMDS. […]
IMDS 14.1 Roll-out: What You Need to Know
IMDS (International Material Data System) is an online database used by the automotive industry to meet obligations provided to automotive manufacturers and their concerned suppliers. The IMDS tool is constantly being improved by DXC Technology to keep up with updated […]
CMRT v 6.3 Update: What’s New and Improved?
CMRT refers to Conflict Minerals Reporting Template. The purpose of the template is to collect sourcing information on Tantalum, Tin, Gold, and Tungsten, also known as 3TG, used in products. The CMRT is crucial for industries such as electronics, automotive, […]
Everything you need to know about the Ethylene Oxide (EtO) emissions regulation by EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been working to regulate the emission of ethylene oxide (EtO) to protect public health and the environment. A highly reactive and flammable gas, EtO is used in the production of medical equipment, plastics, and […]
New PFAS Regulations and How to Stay Compliant
Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are collectively known as poly-fluoroalkyl substances. Unlike natural substances, these chemicals are created by humans. Consumer products and industrial products have been containing PFAS substances for decades. Due to their toxicity to humans, animals, and the environment, […]
EPA Proposes TSCA to prohibit Methylene Chloride
To safeguard human health, the EPA proposed on April 20, 2023, to prohibit most methylene chloride applications. In the revised method established by the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act passed in 2016, methylene chloride is […]
Asbestos Exposure: Unraveling the Hidden Threats
A group of six naturally occurring, fibrous, silicate minerals known as asbestos appears chemically inert, or as close as possible to that. Most substances do not react with them, and neither do they dissipate nor burn. Chrysotile’s outer brucite layer […]
Key updates to the Stockholm POP convention
The Stockholm Convention, an international treaty governing hazardous pollutants, adopted a decision to ban three persistent organic pollutants at the 11th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) held in Geneva from 1 to 12 May 2023. A global […]
EPA appeals SACC review of 1,4-Dioxane risk assessment under TSCA
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking nominations of expert reviewers to assist the Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals (SACC) with their review of the 2023 Draft Supplement to the 1,4-Dioxane Risk Assessment under the Toxic Substances Review Act […]
Importance of material compliance to minimize product liability risks
Material compliance has become a significant part of product liability risk management for manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers in today’s complex regulatory environment. Usage of non-compliant materials in goods can cause faults, malfunctions, or hazards, resulting in injuries, damages, and legal […]
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