CE marking indicates the conformity of a product with European law and thus allows free movement of products on the European market. By confirming CE marking to a product, a manufacturer declares under its sole responsibility that the product meets all legal requirements for CE marking, meaning that the product is distributed throughout the European Economic Area (EEA), 28 EU states Can be sold. European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries (Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein) This also applies to products made in other countries that are sold in the EEA.
However, not all products are required to perform CE marking, only the product categories outlined in specific EU directives on CE marking. CE marking does not indicate that a product has been manufactured in the EEA, but only indicates that the product has been evaluated before it is placed on the market and thus meets applicable legislative requirements (e.g. , A level of harmonious security). To be sold there. This means that the manufacturer has.
Verify that the product complies with all relevant essential requirements (such as health and safety or environmental requirements), which are applicable instructions (s) and If it is set out in Directive (S), it has been investigated by an independent conformity assessment body.
It is up to the manufacturer to evaluate the conformance, compile the technical file, issue a declaration of conformity, and implement CE marking for a product. Distributors should verify that the product bears the CE mark and the necessary supporting documents are in order. If the product is imported from outside the EEA, the importer should check that the manufacturer has taken the necessary steps and the documentation is available upon request.
CE marking deadline
From the 1st January 2025, CE Marking will no longer be accepted on most new products placed on the market in Great Britain and UKCA will be required.
What you need to know about UKCA
The UKCA (UK Conformity Assessment) mark is the new UK product marking that will be required for certain products being placed on the market in Great Britain (England, Wales and Scotland). It covers most products that previously required the CE mark.
It will not be recognized in the EU market. Products that require CE marking will still need a CE marking to be sold in the EU.