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Material requirements The purpose of the requirements set for articles of precious metals is to ensure that the consumer can receive clear and reliable information about the material from which the article was made. As precious metals are valuable...https://tukes.fi/en/products-and-services/articles-of-precious-metals-jewellery-and-watches/material-requirements
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27.5.2026 | The Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency (Tukes) tested plumbing fixtures that had been ordered from Temu and discovered that the products come with a serious risk of water damage and issues with the safety of domestic tap water. The tests showed that two kitchen and washbasin taps, which looked like metal, were plastic and made of extremely poor quality materials. During the tests, even low pressure was enough to break the taps, which in practical use could cause significant water damage.https://tukes.fi/en/-/tukes-tested-water-taps-from-temu-serious-water-damage-risks-and-poorer-water-quality
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19.5.2026 | New requirements have been introduced for the record-keeping of the use of plant protection products. Professional users of plant protection products shall include in their records the registration number of the product, the name of the target crop according to the EPPO code, the spatial data of the area to be treated and the type of use.https://tukes.fi/en/-/amendments-to-the-record-keeping-requirements-for-the-use-of-plant-protection-products
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Solders and other sealing materials Solders used in articles of precious metals must match the fineness of the rest of the article . Solders with a lower fineness may be used for technical reasons in some cases, but they should only be used to the...https://tukes.fi/en/products-and-services/articles-of-precious-metals-jewellery-and-watches/material-requirements/solders-and-other-sealing-materials
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17.3.2026 | The Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency (Tukes) has completed an accident investigation into the explosive fire that took place at Pyrokratia Oy’s fireworks storage area in Janakkala on 5 November 2025. The accident was likely caused by a firework that had been damaged during transport or handling.https://tukes.fi/en/-/the-fire-in-the-janakkala-fireworks-storage-area-likely-started-from-a-damaged-firework
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Use tare in selling bulk products In addition to reliable scales, the reliability of measurement in commerce depends on using the scales correctly. When a product with a price per kilogram is weighed to determine its price, the weight of the packa...https://tukes.fi/en/products-and-services/measuring-instruments/scales/use-tare-in-selling-bulk-products
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Renewal of authorisation Tukes can renew the authorisation for a plant protection product, provided that the requirements for safe use are still met. The application for renewal of an authorisation must be submitted to Tukes no later than three mo...https://tukes.fi/en/chemicals/plant-protection-products/renewal-and-amendments-of-an-authorisation/renewal-of-authorisation
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Tukes market surveillance sample acquisition principles When conducting market surveillance, Tukes will purchase products from shops, online stores, etc. Tukes will have the products tested in testing laboratories or conduct an in-house product as...https://tukes.fi/en/do-this/surveillance/sample-acquisition-principles
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When is a product description required for an article of precious metal? When attaching or filling a handle on cutlery or a similar article made of sheeted precious metals a precious metal with a fineness lower than that indicated by the fineness ...https://tukes.fi/en/products-and-services/articles-of-precious-metals-jewellery-and-watches/fineness-solders-filling-and-coatings/when-is-a-product-description-required-for-an-article-of-precious-metal-
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Mutual recognition As an authorisation holder you may apply for an authorisation for the same plant protection product, the same use and under the comparable agricultural practices in another Member State under the mutual recognition procedure on ...https://tukes.fi/en/chemicals/plant-protection-products/applying-for-approval-for-a-new-product/mutual-recognition
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Recycling and repairs When you sell jewellery made with recycled products, it is up to you to ensure that the articles are safe for consumers and do not, for example, contain restricted substances . If you manufacture articles of precious metals, ...https://tukes.fi/en/products-and-services/articles-of-precious-metals-jewellery-and-watches/material-requirements/recycling-and-repair
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Reflective products and their marketing If a product is intended to signal the presence of the user with its visibility or if the information provided in its marketing can give such impression, the product is considered personal protective equipme...https://tukes.fi/en/products-and-services/personal-protective-equipment/reflective-products
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Authorisation based on zonal assessment Authorisation based on zonal assessment means that one of the Member States in the Northern Zones, the rapporteur Member State, carries out the assessment of the product. Other Member States grant or refuse ...https://tukes.fi/en/chemicals/plant-protection-products/applying-for-approval-for-a-new-product/authorisation-based-on-zonal-assessment
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Separation distances Required separation distances, hazard class 1.1 The separation distance between the storage facility and surrounding protected sites must be sufficient. The required distance is determined according to the hazard class of the ...https://tukes.fi/en/separation-distances
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Explosives, fireworks, cartridges and propellant powder Explosives must meet the requirements set out for them in legislation. The transfer, sales, storing and manufacture of explosives are all closely regulated as well. An explosive refers to the...https://tukes.fi/en/products-and-services/explosives
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About tukes.fi website Tukes.fi is the website of the Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency (Tukes). The website is a key communications channel for Tukes, and its aim is to provide the customers with guidance and instructions on matters related to ...https://tukes.fi/en/about-us/about-website
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Conformity of gas cylinders Gas cylinders must be designed, produced, inspected and tested in accordance with the relevant standards. In Finland, the material must be able to withstand temperatures down to -40°C. For an example of the TDG markings...https://tukes.fi/en/industry/transport-of-dangerous-goods/gas-cylinders
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Map files, RSS-atomfeed The downloadable files on this page (6 zip-files that contain SHPs, TABs and MIFs) contain the basic data and location in the general coordinate system of the valid, new and probationary areas of claims and concessions; the...https://tukes.fi/en/map-files
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Permit for permanent storage and inspections Apply for a permit from Tukes well in advance before building the storage facility . Tukes will organise all necessary hearings and request the required statements. The permit process can take up to eig...https://tukes.fi/en/permit-for-permanent-storage-and-inspections
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Buying and using products that constitute a fire hazard Table of Contents Table of Contents Close Consumer products that constitute a fire hazard are safe only when used for suitable purposes and in accordance with their operating instructions. Us...https://tukes.fi/en/home-and-leisure-time/buying-and-using-products-that-constitute-a-fire-hazard