International standards ensure safety, quality, and sustainability in chemical processes and applications. They provide clear guidelines for consistency, reliability, and global collaboration, helping organizations meet regulations and build trust in their practices and products.

Perspectivas

Garantía de calidad: un ingrediente crítico para el éxito organizativo

La confianza mueve el mundo. Sin ella, las democracias se desmoronan y las relaciones se resienten. Lo mismo ocurre con las organizaciones y las empresas: sin la confianza de su cartera de cliente, sencillamente no pueden tener éxito.

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Improving biosecurity with first International Standard for biorisk management
From diagnosing diseases to pharmaceutical and scientific research, the handling of biological materials in laboratories or elsewhere is essential for many industries but doesn’t come without its dangers. Effective risk management of biohazardous materials means a reduced chance of accidents, less impact on the environment and a more efficient use of time and other resources.

Top standards

Reference materials — Selected terms and definitions

Refrigerants — Designation and safety classification

Good practice in reference material preparation

Reference materials — Approaches for characterization and assessment of homogeneity and stability

Paints and varnishes — Evaluation of quantity and size of defects, and of intensity of uniform changes in appearance
Part 3: Assessment of degree of rusting

Hydrogen generators using water electrolysis — Industrial, commercial, and residential applications