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CNAS Prepares Random Supervision of Accredited Laboratories and Inspection Bodies for 2025
CNAS Prepares Random Supervision of Accredited Laboratories and Inspection Bodies for 2025
The China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) will soon begin a round of random supervision for accredited laboratories and inspection bodies in 2025.
China Seeks Members for New ISO/IEC Directives Expert Group
China Seeks Members for New ISO/IEC Directives Expert Group
The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has launched a call for experts to join a new group that will support China’s participation in the maintenance and revision of the ISO/IEC Directives.
Revised Chinese Forest Stewardship Standard Boosts Biodiversity and Climate Resilience
Revised Chinese Forest Stewardship Standard Boosts Biodiversity and Climate Resilience
China will implement a major revision of its Forest Stewardship Standard (FSS) on January 1, 2026,
SAMR Seeks Proposals to Develop New ISO Standards for 2026
SAMR Seeks Proposals to Develop New ISO Standards for 2026
The Standard Innovation Department of the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) in China is calling for
Quality Month Campaign in China Promotes Green Certification and Carbon Awareness
Quality Month Campaign in China Promotes Green Certification and Carbon Awareness
China Quality Certification Center (CQC) launched a series of activities in September as part of the 48th National Quality Month,
Organic Product Certification Revision: Stricter Rules in China Starting Next Year
Organic Product Certification Revision: Stricter Rules in China Starting Next Year
The China National Certification and Accreditation Administration (CNCA) has issued a revised version of the Implementation Rules for Organic Product Certification,
Chinese National GMP Standard for Health Foods Revised
Chinese National GMP Standard for Health Foods Revised
China’s National Health Commission (NHC) and the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) have jointly issued
China Opens Consultation on 2025 National Standardization Pilot Projects
China Opens Consultation on 2025 National Standardization Pilot Projects
China has released for public comment the list of proposed 2025 national standardization pilot projects.
China Expands GI Protection to 1,409 New Products Including Yanqing Guoguang Apple
China Expands GI Protection to 1,409 New Products Including Yanqing Guoguang Apple
China’s National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) has added 1,409 products to its protected list of geographical indications (GIs).
China’s Market Regulator SAMR Releases Guidelines to Accelerate Digital Certification
China’s Market Regulator SAMR Releases Guidelines to Accelerate Digital Certification
The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), in cooperation with several ministries, has released guidelines to advance the digital development of quality certification.
China Issues Rules to Refine Digital Labels for Pre-packaged Food
China Issues Rules to Refine Digital Labels for Pre-packaged Food
China has introduced detailed rules for the use of digital labels on pre-packaged food,
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of a Safety Footwear Manufacturer in Zhejiang, China
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of a Safety Footwear Manufacturer in Zhejiang, China
A life cycle assessment (LCA) was carried out for a safety footwear producer in Zhejiang, China,

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Cradle to Cradle Certified Version 5 Released With Stronger Focus On Measurable Product Requirements
Cradle to Cradle Certified Version 5 Released With Stronger Focus On Measurable Product Requirements
The Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute (C2CPII) has released Version 5 of the Cradle to Cradle Certified standard,
IEC 63372 Establishes Method For Measuring Carbon Footprint And Avoided Emissions In Electronics
IFAN Launches Podcast Highlighting Perspectives Of Standards Users
IFAN Launches Podcast Highlighting Perspectives Of Standards Users
The International Federation of Standards Users (IFAN), a global organization representing the interests of standards users, has launched a podcast aimed at sharing the experiences of organizations and professionals who use standards in their work.
ISO 25859 for Thermophilic Microorganisms in Dairy Under Development
ISO 25859 for Thermophilic Microorganisms in Dairy Under Development
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is developing ISO 25859, a new international standard that will define how microorganisms that grow at high temperatures are counted in milk and dairy products.
ISO 14001 Final Draft Approved For Publication
ISO 14001 Final Draft Approved For Publication
The Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) of ISO 14001 has been approved, paving the way for publication in mid April.
IATF Establishes Legal Entity, Ending Ad Hoc Structure
IATF Establishes Legal Entity, Ending Ad Hoc Structure
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has established a new legal entity, IATF AISBL, marking a shift from its previous structure as an ad hoc group of automotive manufacturers and their national industry associations.
Have Your Say On Food Waste Management: ISO 20001 Survey
Have Your Say On Food Waste Management: ISO 20001 Survey
Harper Adams University is inviting professionals across the food chain to take part in a survey on ISO 20001, a proposed international management system standard designed to help organisations systematically reduce food loss and waste.
GOTS Version 8.0 Released With Expanded Due Diligence And Environmental Controls
GOTS Version 8.0 Released With Expanded Due Diligence And Environmental Controls
Global Standard has released Version 8.0 of the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS),
Global Quality Infrastructure Index 2025 Report Ranks Germany First as Certification and Accreditation Expand
Global Quality Infrastructure Index 2025 Report Ranks Germany First as Certification and Accreditation Expand
The 2025 edition of the Global Quality Infrastructure Index (GQII) has been released, presenting updated rankings and new data on the development of national quality infrastructure systems.
BRCGS Announces 2026 EMEA Award Winners At Connect Europe
BRCGS Announces 2026 EMEA Award Winners At Connect Europe
BRCGS has announced its 2026 award winners during BRCGS Connect Europe in London, recognizing individuals and organizations serving the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region and adjacent markets.
Food Safety Culture Becomes a Formal Certification Requirement Under SQF Edition 10
Food Safety Culture Becomes a Formal Certification Requirement Under SQF Edition 10
When SQF Edition 10 launches in March, food safety culture will be required and auditable as part of certification.
Revised ISO 10012 Reframes Metrology As A Management System
Revised ISO 10012 Reframes Metrology As A Management System
The revised ISO 10012 standard has been published, positioning metrology as an integral part of quality management systems rather than a standalone technical activity.
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