Standards
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Cosmetics Recall and Withdrawal in Türkiye: TİTCK, the Regulation, and Disposal
Who starts a cosmetics recall, when does TİTCK step in, and how do you dispose of the collected product? Regulation articles and a step-by-step process.
Regulation on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment
The Regulation on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS) was published in the Official Gazette No. 32055 on 26 December 2022. Most of its provisions entered into force on 1 February 2023, while those on the CE marking and EU Declaration of Conformity, and Article 5(4), […]
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EU Destruction Ban on Unsold Clothes and Footwear: What It Means for Turkish Exporters
Destroying unsold clothing and footwear in the EU is banned from July 19, 2026. ESPR Article 25, the exceptions, the disclosure duty, and the effect on Turkish suppliers.
ISO 27001 — Information Security and Data Destruction
What is ISO 27001 and which version applies? ISO/IEC 27001 is an international standard that defines the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining and continually improving an information security management system (ISMS). It is not a Turkish law or regulation; it is published by ISO and IEC. The current version is ISO/IEC 27001:2022, the third edition, […]
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Counterfeit Cosmetics Disposal: Who Destroys Fake Products and What Brand Owners Do
Who decides on counterfeit cosmetics disposal? Trademark infringement, court seizure and destruction requests, fast destruction, and the owner's path.