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With a dynamic of professional experts, our worldwide networks have been spreading out rapidly to 12 global footprints locating in Asia, Middle East, Europe, North America. Our Number of professionals is growing up while our service scope and service sector are expanding.

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EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)
On December 16, 2024, the European Council formally adopted the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (EU) 2025/40, which was subsequently signed into law by the European Parliament and the Council on December 19. On January 22, 2025, the EU officially published the PPWR in its Official Journal, abolishing the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive 94/62/EC. […]
Hong Kong Updates Safety Standards for Toys and Children’s Products – Effective 1 August 2026
The Hong Kong Government has gazetted the Toys and Children’s Products Safety Ordinance (Amendment of Schedules 1 and 2) Notice 2026, introducing updates to the safety standards applicable to toys and selected children’s products supplied in Hong Kong. The amendments will take effect on 1 August 2026, allowing a transition period for industry compliance. Products Affected The […]
EN 71-1:2026 – Key Updates to Mechanical and Physical Safety Requirements for Toys
Standard: EN 71-1:2026 – Safety of Toys – Part 1: Mechanical and Physical PropertiesStatus: published by CEN on Feb 2026Supersedes: EN 71-1:2014+A1:2018 The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has published EN 71-1:2026, a comprehensive revision of the mechanical and physical safety requirements for toys placed on the European market. This updated edition replaces EN 71-1:2014+A1:2018 and […]
The EU REACH SVHC list has been officially updated to 253 items!
On February 4, 2026, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) officially added n-hexane and 4,4′-[2,2,2-trifluoro-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethylidene]bisphenol (BPAF) and its salts to the candidate list of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs), thus making them SVHCs. As of now, the SVHC list has been updated to 253 items. The substances added to the SVHC candidate list on February […]
Japan has amended its regulation for food contact materials
In 2020, Japan officially implemented the Positive List system for food contact materials, marking an important first step towards more effective regulation of food contact material. On 30 May 2025, Japan Government further refine the regulatory framework by issuing a Cabinet Office Notification No.95.  The notification amends the Part 3 (which is related to food contact […]
New EU Toy Safety Regulation
On 26 November 2025, the new Toy Safety Regulation (EU) 2025/2509 was adopted in Strasbourg and published in the EU Official Journal on 12 December 2025. It replaces the previous Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC and applies directly in all Member States. The goal: greater safety for children and clear rules for the industry. CMA Testing welcomes the new regulation as […]
The Candidate List of SVHC is Updated to 251 Entries
On 5 November 2025, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has added 1,1′-(ethane-1,2-diyl)bispentabromobenzene to the candidate list of substances of very high concern (SVHC). The Candidate List of SVHC now contains 251 entries for chemicals. Entry added to the Candidate List on 5 November 2025: Substance Name EC No. CAS No. Reason for inclusion Use 1,1′-(ethane-1,2-diyl)bis[pentabromobenzene](DBDPE) […]
CMA Testing Officially Joins the Amazon DV (Direct Validation) Partner Laboratory Network
What is Amazon DV (Direct Validation)? Recently, to ensure product safety and compliance, Amazon has required that all toys category products must undergo Direct Validation (DV) through Amazon-recognized Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) bodies. This requirement covers major Amazon sites in the United States, Canada, and Europe. Under this policy, sellers can no longer upload […]
EU Updates PFAS Restriction Proposal
On August 20, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published the updated restriction proposal on PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). The update was prepared by authorities from Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, and Sweden, based on the evaluation of over 5,600 scientific and technical comments received during the 2023 consultation. Key highlights: This update reflects the […]

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Taste the Tradition, Trust the Safety – Happy Dragon Boat Festival from CMA Testing & CMA+!
Dragon boats are racing, drums are beating, and the scent of zongzi fills the air – it’s time to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival!  At CMA Testing, we believe that every festive bite should bring joy, not worry. That’s why our commitment goes beyond the food itself – we also test food-grade packaging materials to […]
【Limited Time Offer】First Batch of Restaurants Exclusive: $8,000 “A+ Pet-Friendly Premises Scheme” for Free, Limited 100!
Following the government’s newly announced “Pet-Friendly Dining Scheme,” CMA Testing is proud to launch the “A+ Pet Friendly Premises Evaluation Programme” – an authoritative certification that ensures a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment for both pets and their owners. Why join? Limited-Time OfferThe first 100 licensed F&B outlets can obtain the “A+ Pet Friendly Certificate” […]
CMA Testing Supports Guangdong-Hong Kong Carbon Footprint Mutual Recognition at National Low-Carbon Day
CMA Testing was recently invited to the 2026 National Low-Carbon Day Guangdong Provincial Main Event, where we joined China Quality Certification Centre as a co-presenter of certificates to companies awarded the Guangdong-Hong Kong Carbon Footprint Mutual Recognition. Our Chief Operations Officer, Mr. Kent Yau, attended the ceremony to witness the collaborative carbon-reduction achievements across the […]
CMA Testing accredited by the Buildings Department to provide flame retardant testing for safety nets, safeguarding construction site safety
According to the Hong Kong Buildings Department’s Practice Note 85, protective materials (such as safety nets, protective sheeting, etc.) installed on building scaffolding for construction works must have flame retardant performance that complies with recognized standards. Registered contractors are required to take samples as specified and submit them to a laboratory that is designated by […]
Hong Kong’s Over 30-Year-Old Dog-Friendly Ban Finally Breaks Through: How Can the Catering Industry Make “Pet-Friendly” a Professional Standard?
On May 7, 2026, the Hong Kong Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) officially announced a highly anticipated policy adjustment—starting May 18, restaurants can apply to allow dogs to enter, with implementation expected in July this year. This announcement marks a historic shift from Hong Kong’s over 30-year-old “dog ban” on restaurants. For many pet […]
“Childlike Hearts Together, Let Love Bloom” — CMA Testing & CMA+ Participates in HKU Shanghai Alumni Association Children’s Day Charity Carnival
On May 31, the day before International Children’s Day, the second HKU Shanghai Alumni Association Children’s Day Charity Carnival warmed hearts at Shanghai Qiantan Taikoo Li. As one of the sponsors, CMA Testing & CMA+ had the privilege of participating in this charity event themed “Childlike Hearts Together, Growing as One,” joining many caring organizations, […]
CMA Testing, St. Stephen’s College and Green Matter Hub co-hosted the “Carbon Points STEM Funfair Day”
On the event day, St. Stephen’s College was transformed into a vibrant green marketplace. Student teams designed and decorated four interactive booths, simulating real retail store environments to promote and sell green, ESG-focused products — such as formaldehyde-removing products from Full of Hope, which were very well received. All transactions were completed instantly using “Carbon […]
Understanding WELL Performance Testing and Verification
Author: Ronald Lui; Proofread by Ryan Lau Summary Accurate testing and verification improve transparency, occupant confidence and long-term building resilience. Global attention on healthy, resilient and human-centric buildings is accelerating, and building owners are increasingly required to demonstrate, with data, that indoor environments genuinely support occupant health and well-being. Performance-based standards like the WELL Building […]
How does CMA Testing turn “pet-friendly” from a slogan into enforceable standards?
On May 16th, at The Inlet in Shanghai’s Hongkou district, the weather was sunny. Over 70 families with dogs and cats gathered on site. Some were taking photos, some were strolling, and the furry little ones were wagging their tails beside their owners. It was lively but not chaotic, warm yet orderly. But in the […]