The EU General Product Safety Regulation introduces the obligations to use an alert system for dangerous products. The Safety Gate system serves as a coordinated…
Electronics
EU Battery Regulation: removability and replaceability requirements explained
The EU Battery Regulation apply to all batteries placed on the Union market, whether incorporated to a product or not. Some provisions of the new…
Deadline alert for electronics: USB type-C mandatory from December 2024
From 28 December 2024, many rechargeable devices must be equipped with a USB Type-C port when placed on the EU market. This requirement is part…
Common charger port in the EU: what manufacturers must know
Two years ago, the European Commission adopted a Proposal to introduce a common charger port – the USB Type-C port- for mobile devices and similar…
Are your Christmas presents compliant with the EU regulations?
Whether bought online or in a shop, all products sold in the European Union have to respect EU regulatory requirements. In the pre-holiday season, many…
Cyber security of devices connected to the internet
Devices connected to the internet must meet safety and health requirements set in the Radio Equipment Directive (RED). Some examples of such products are smart…
Radio equipment: labels and IFUs compliance in an ever-evolving regulatory landscape
The Radio Equipment Directive (RED) establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for placing radio equipment on the market. Radio equipment includes products with GPS, Bluetooth, and…
Compliance steps for electronics: essential information for manufacturers
To sell electronics and electrical equipment in the European Union, manufacturers need to identify the correct legislation for their products.Overall, electronics can fall under at…