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Labs will need to keep an eye on the new reporting requirements for ISO/IEC 17025: 2017, as they have now changed. Not only have new requirements been added, but the wording in some of the other requirements have been changed. These changes need to be acknowledged.   Clause 7.8.1.1 has been newly written and added,Read more

All cosmetics exporters must follow the EC Regulation 1223/2009, as mandated by the regulatory bodies in the industry.   What requirements are outlined in this regulation?   Good Manufacturing Practices dictate that all cosmetics products that are imported from Europe, Asia, and New Zealand be manufactured in a particular way.   The GMP makes upRead more

The ISO/IEC 17025 Accreditation is a crucial process in which a department should work towards achieving it successfully with the help and support from management. Before the assessment process, the lab might have to do some inspection and quality control on their own if they’ll want to pass. The management and quality department should beRead more

Association of Southeast Asia Nations (ASEAN) is a trade group within the Asian region that is made up of ten nations located in Southeast Asia. These countries include; Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, and Vietnam. From the inception of ASEAN, the involved parties have been working in togetherness to create anRead more

Do you need to learn how to be compliant with Good Manufacturing Practices? Continue reading to find out exactly what you need to know. The Good Manufacturing Practice “rulebook”, per se, was set by the ISO 22716. In this rulebook, the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 states that all European cosmetics have to abide by theRead more

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines aid manufacturers in improving their production of goods. GMP ensures that companies execute consistent procedures within safe environments. Hence, it prevents contamination, recalls, and loss of profit.            GMP comes with strict protocols that lessen the risk of manufacturing errors. In the same way, companies can sustain efficient systems andRead more

Good Manufacturing Practices is a system for guaranteeing products are constantly developed according to quality standards. GMP also ensures products are controlled by conforming to guidelines. It reduces the risks involved in the production that cannot be removed through the final product’s testing. Good Manufacturing Practices are ensured through the effective use of a QualityRead more

ISO/IEC 17025 is the main ISO standard used by testing and calibration laboratories. The industry deems compliance with ISO 17025 requirements as proof of competence. Although ISO 17025 accreditation is not mandatory, accreditation has rewards and advantages. Laboratories utilize ISO 17025 to implement a quality system. In effect, they can improve their capacity to constantly produceRead more

Skills, experience, and credibility—these are some of the factors your company must consider in selecting a certification body. You must weigh some aspects of your company against factors coming from a certification body. Ultimately, the decision will impact the future of your business.   Here are the Factors to Consider: Accreditation A central body accreditsRead more

            ISO 17025 encompasses requirements and guidelines for laboratories to perform testing and calibration. Hence, ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation is proof of a laboratory’s accuracy, sound management system, and global recognition. For this article, QSE Academy explains everything your laboratory needs to know about ISO 17025 accreditation. Afterward, you can look into our toolkits to helpRead more