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2026 Walmart Program Latest Updates Seminar
Internal Webinar | Elise Yang | March 19th, 2026
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Speaker
Elise Yang
Walmart Project Manager | Hardlines
Elise.Yang@sgs.com
▪ Working at SGS for 10 years, Elise has led the Walmart
testing program for over 8 years. She has a thorough
and practical understanding of the entire program.
▪ With extensive key account management experience,
Elise consistently provides clients with efficient service
and high-quality project solutions.
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◼ Overview of SGS Approvals
◼ Overview of SGS Project Team
◼ Overview of Testing Program and General Update
CONTENTS
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SGS HISTORY
Overview of SGS Approvals
SGS Approvals of Walmart
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SGS HISTORY
SGS Approvals-Walmart US/Sam’s US
Department/
Category Description
Department #
(Walmart US)
Category #
(Sam’s US)
Remark
Health Beauty Aids / Cosmetics 2, 46 2 Open
Over the Counter (Non-Ingestible) 40 54 Open
Household Paper Goods / Tabletop & Bags 4 4,94 Open
Household Chemicals / Janitorial 13 13, 98 Open
Toys 7,43 7 Open
Seasonal and Outdoor Play Toys 09 / Open
Sporting Goods: Golf Equipment Testing / 09 Exclusive
Pets 08 08 Open
Automotive 10,37, 42 10,36,50,92, 97 Open
Seasonal 18 18 Open
Celebrations 67 / Open