May 2024

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PFAS Testing Update — Maine

The Maine state legislature recently passed an amendment to Laws Relating to the Prevention of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances Pollution. Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large and expanding class of organic.. (Read More)

CA Proposition 65: Q1 2024 60 Day Notice Summary

The Q1 2024 Prop 65 60 Day Notice includes notices pertaining to multiple categories of products and goods, substance types, and chemicals.


Food & Herbal Supplements

The food and herbal supplements.. (Read More)

CA Proposition 65: Q1 2024 Settlements & Judgements Summary

Q1 2024 Prop 65 settlements and judgements included several types of products that contained banned chemicals.


Product Types

29% of the settlements and judgements made during the first.. (Read More)

ECHA’s Updates on PFHxA Restrictions

On February 29th, the European Commission’s REACH committee voted in favor of limiting the presence of PFHxA in various types of materials. Proposed by German authorities in 2020 and later supported by the European Chemicals Agency.. (Read More)

HB 1551 Restricts Lead in Cookware

On March 28, 2024, the state of Washington enacted House Bill 1551, a proposal to reduce the presence of lead in cookware. HB 1551 reenacts and amends RCW 43.21B.110 and RCW 43.21B.300 and adds an additional chapter to Title 70A RCW. The.. (Read More)

ATS is a Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) approved and accredited lab testing a wide range of consumer products. Since 1967 we have partnered with our clients to help meet consumer expectations, as well as all safety, regulatory, quality, industry and performance standards. Our staff is highly knowledgeable with current compliance requirements, and can provide you with rapid response, quick testing turnaround times and service of unmatched value. Our testing program includes performing initial certification testing and then periodic testing to ensure products stay compliant with CPSC and state requirements. Additionally, ATS partners with manufacturers/ importers, legal professionals, toxicologists, and consumer advocacy groups to ensure Proposition 65 compliance. Let us know how we can help!

Applied Technical Services (ATS) is a Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) accredited lab testing consumer products, which includes toys, childcare articles, children's products, and non-children's products for compliance with the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA). Since 1967 we have partnered with our customers to help meet consumer expectations, as well as all safety, regulatory, quality, and performance standards. As a compliance testing partner, we support our customers in establishing a reasonable testing and certification program. Our staff is highly knowledgeable with current compliance regulations, and can provide you with rapid response and quick testing turnaround times. Our ISO 9001 certification and ISO 17025 (A2LA) accredited quality assurance programs meets the most stringent industry requirements.
For additional information contact:
Crystal Johnson

Crystal L. Wickstrom

Business Development Manager

cwickstrom@atslab.com

678-444-2965

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