Services for Quality, Safety, and EU Compliance
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Sectors of Expertise
Markets Served in Italy and Europe
Years of experience and continuous dialogue with our clients’ needs have allowed SQM experts to refine their know-how in various market sectors. Our clients include leading international and European brands.
Our projects are primarily aimed at end users through large-scale distribution, helping to enhance supplier professionalism — whether manufacturers or importers.
Consumer Electronics
All electronic devices designed for everyday consumer use are included.
This category covers products intended for entertainment, communication, and personal or home use.
The sector is characterized by rapidly evolving technology and constant innovation in functionality and performance. Products are frequently upgraded with new features, and many now include internet connectivity for enhanced functionality.
Home Appliances
Includes all household appliances designed to facilitate daily activities such as cooking, cleaning, and home management.
The Home Appliances sector is constantly evolving, integrating with the Internet of Things (IoT) and responding to the growing demand for more efficient and sustainable solutions.
Toys
Includes the design, production, and commercialization of products intended for entertainment, education, and child development. This includes a wide range of items, from traditional toys to the most innovative interactive and digital games.
The toy sector is constantly evolving, with increasing attention to education, sustainability (recyclable materials, ecological packaging), and the integration of artificial intelligence and augmented reality for increasingly immersive play experiences.
Gadgets
Includes the design, production, and commercialization of small devices, accessories, or innovative objects intended for everyday use, leisure, or corporate promotion.
The gadget sector is rapidly expanding due to growing demand for customizable, technological, and sustainable products — with strong marketing appeal and customer loyalty potential.
Lighting
Includes the design, production, and commercialization of lighting systems and sources for indoor and outdoor environments, ranging from residential to industrial and commercial applications.
The lighting sector continues to grow, driven by digitalization, the integration of the Internet of Things (IoT), and increasing attention to sustainability and energy efficiency.
Types of Products Covered
Products for which We Provide Compliance
We oversee the entire compliance process for consumer and durable goods: electrical and mechanical safety requirements, EMC, RoHS/REACH, energy labelling/EPREL where applicable, and MOCA for food-contact materials. From technical documentation to factory inspections, we manage every step of the process.
Small Kitchen Appliances
Toasters, blenders, mixers, food processors, robots, ovens, microwaves — safety and EMC conformity, RoHS compliance; for food-contact components, MOCA verification (Reg. 1935/2004) and relevant materials (e.g., EU 10/2011). Manuals, labeling, and functional tests required.
Small Appliances for Personal Care
Hair dryers, straighteners, razors, electric toothbrushes — LVD/EMC, RoHS verifications, thermal/IP safety requirements, and materials in contact with the skin where applicable. Instructions, labeling, and durability checks are also required.
Fans<br>
Tabletop/floor-standing portable devices – Electrical and mechanical safety (stability, grids), EMC, RoHS; airflow, noise, and efficiency checks according to product standards.
Air Coolers (Evaporative Systems)
Electrical/EMC, RoHS safety controls, water tank and management system checks, cooling performance, airflow and noise levels; hygiene and maintenance instructions.
Air Conditioners
Split/portable units – LVD/EMC, RoHS, energy labeling/EPREL and Ecodesign requirements; management of refrigerants (information and safety), and checks for performance and noise levels.
Toys
Compliance with the Toy Directive (e.g. EN 71) and REACH substances for electric toys according to specific standards (e.g. EN IEC 62115). Verification of small parts, labeling, and warnings.
Plates, glasses, and food-contact products (MOCA)
Reg. 1935/2004 & GMP 2023/2006: Global/specific migration (e.g. EU 10/2011 for plastics), traceability, declarations of conformity, and labeling requirements.
Promotional Items<br>
Family-based approach to products: REACH/SVHC, mechanical/electrical safety where applicable, MOCA when in contact with food, conformity declarations, and proper labeling.
Textiles
Fiber composition (Reg. 1007/2011), REACH requirements (e.g. aromatic amines from azo dyes), color fastness, maintenance labels, and compliant claims.
Furniture
Mechanical safety (stability/robustness), substance emissions (e.g. formaldehyde from panels), finishes and coatings; fire resistance/retardant requirements where applicable; documentation and assembly instructions.
Directives and Regulations
Applicable Directives and Regulations
Covers all products not included under specific risk Directives or Regulations, or under the product categories listed below.
It incorporates several European Directives and includes:
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Part I
Fundamental rights and definitions.
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Part II
Rules on education, information, commercial practices, and advertising.
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Part III
Regulations on product safety and quality.
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Part IV
Regulations on product safety and quality.
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Part V
Consumer associations, access to justice, and class actions.
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Part VI
Final provisions.
Food Contact – MOCA
European Directives: Regulation 1935/2004 + Ministerial Decree 21 March 1973 and subsequent amendments, Regulation 10/2011 s.m.i.
Electrical and Electronic Products
2014/30/EU: EMC – Electromagnetic Compatibility
2014/35/EU: LVD – Low Voltage (Electrical Safety)
2014/53/EU: RED – Radio Equipment
2011/65/EU: RoHS – Restricted Substances
2024/1781: ErP Regulation – Eco-design (replacing 2009/125/EC)
2017/1369: Energy Label Regulation (replacing 2010/30/EC)
Batteries
2023/1542: Batteries Regulation
Toys
Directive Toys 2009/48/EC
Cosmetics
Regulation (EU) 1223/2009
Hazardous Preparations
CLP Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008: Classification, labeling, and packaging of hazardous substances and mixtures.
REACH Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006: Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals.
NIS 2 Directive 2022/2555: Cybersecurity management in the design and manufacturing processes of products.