Two matrixes for REACH - upholstered furniture and mattresses
Each matrix addresses the substance, restriction, test method(s) and materials for different components of each product
News
BS EN 17191:2021 Children’s Furniture. Seating for Children. Safety requirements and test methods
A new European standard for children's furniture has been published
New standard for children's furniture published
BS EN 16890:2017 + A1:2021 Children's furniture. Mattresses for cots and cribs. Safety requirements and test methods
ECHA Confirms New Additions to SVHC List
Eight new entries added to the Substances of Very High Concern List
The Irish Fire Safety Regulations for Upholstered Furniture Update
Further guidance and clarity from the Irish authorities is needed
Members Furlough and Materials Survey Findings
Members share their opinions and industry concerns
Latest quarterly standards update now available
Updates across various standards and regulations including the latest on the 'new' UK flammability regs and meeting the Irish regs for those supplying to ROI
BFC urges Government 'one size does not fit all' in response to waste prevention plan
The BFC is cautioning on the unintended consequences of treating the furniture industry as a single sector in plans to consult on EPR scheme
