New Substance Added to the ECHA Candidate List
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has recently updated its Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs), adding a new entry: triphenyl phosphate. Announced on November 7, 2024, this addition brings the total number of substances on the list to 242. But what are the implications for businesses, and how can they best navigate […]
Analytical Food: The AIFO Tasting Committee, recognized by MASAF, is now active
Olive Oil Campaign: The Role of the Panel Test in Extra Virgin Olive Oil Certification We are in the heart of the 2024 olive oil campaign, a crucial and busy time for olive oil producers, marked by the olive harvest and the production of fresh oil. At the Analytical headquarters in Scandicci, located at Via […]
China: GB 30585 – 2024 & GB 25038 – 2024
The Chinese market is one of the fastest-growing and most strategically important areas for global footwear brands. With over one billion consumers, a rising middle class, and a strong demand for quality products, China has become a key target for international footwear manufacturers. The country has evolved into a hub not only for production but […]
Analytical x SE Conference ZDHC 2024
The annual appointment with the ZDHC Southern Europe Conference will be held in Milan on November 13, 2024, at the headquarters of Sistema Moda Italia. Once again, we are an official sponsor because we share the values of this journey and want to support all stakeholders involved to ensure that this transition is smooth and […]
Greenwashing and Green Claim Directive 2024/825/EU
This year, we have seen a significant turning point in the regulation of “sustainability” for businesses. On March 26, 2024, the European Union introduced Directive 2024/825/EU, known as the Green Claim Directive, which aims to regulate the environmental claims of products and services. The phenomenon of greenwashing is giving way to the need for greater […]
General Product Safety Regulations Q&A
We have published our new White Paper dedicated to the GPSR, which will apply to all products starting from December 13, 2024. In this document, we explore the implications of the GPSR, including a Q&A section designed to address key questions and offer practical solutions for your company. What you’ll find in the White Paper: […]
ZDHC Wastewater Guidelines – New Version 2.2
In September 2024, ZDHC released Version 2.2 of the “Wastewater Guidelines,” an interim update ahead of the full revision 3.0, scheduled for September 2025. This version will come into effect starting in November 2024. Our laboratory is authorized for the analysis and verification of the new parameters introduced, offering support to brands, tanneries, and textile […]
Accreditation for Pesticide Analysis in Spices and Saffron
We are pleased to share a new milestone for our laboratory. Analytical is now accredited for pesticide testing in plant matrices with a water content of less than 10% and a high matrix load. These matrices include products such as dried oregano, pepper, and various spices. However, today we want to focus on one of […]
LWG Certification Event: Understanding and Applying the Protocol
On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, we will hold our event “LWG Certification: Understanding and Applying the Protocol”. This event will be an opportunity to explore the Leather Working Group (LWG) protocol, a key tool for both those working in the tanning industry who want to make sustainability a strength, and for brands that need to […]
The European Commission Imposes New Restrictions on the Use of PFHxA
On September 19, 2024, the European Commission introduced new measures—under the REACH regulation—to limit the use of perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA) and related substances, part of the per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) subgroup. These compounds, used in many consumer products, are known for their persistence in the environment and their mobility in water, posing a significant […]