Philippines to Impose Mandatory Product Certification for Plastic Pipes
The Philippines' Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is preparing to implement a mandatory product certification scheme for plastic pipes. This aims to ensure compliance with safety standards and prevent the distribution of substandard products in the market.
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