France Proposes Labeling Requirements for Formaldehyde in Furniture (SGS SA)
(WorldNews Switzerland)

(Source: SGS SA) SAFEGUARDS | Hardgoods NO. 031/17 France intends to adopt two proposals relating to labeling requirements for formaldehyde emission standards in furniture, as part of its commitment to the nation`s Environmental Law. The proposals, if approved, will be implemented in two phases starting January 1, 2020. Article L221-10 [1] of the French Environment Code (Article 40 of Grenelle Act 1, Law No. 2009-967 of August 3, 2009 [2]) stipulates that building and furnishing products, wall and floor coverings, paints and varnishes that emit volatile organic pollutants, also known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), at room temperature are subject to labeling requirements from...