In cases where no specific regulation or directive covers a given product, the General Product Safety Directive (GPSD) applies. Thus, the GPSD covers a wide range of products, from candles to brushes, from cosmetic kit’s accessories to general house decorations.

Following the publication of the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) in May 2023, the GPSR entered into force in June 2023 and applies from 13 December 2024. The GPSR is the default legislation covering non-food products for which no specific product regulation exists. Compared to the GPSD, the Regulation includes. among other things, more stringent requirements on market surveillance and online sales.

In this Library of Documents, you will find the right tools to understand the General Product Safety Directive and General Product Safety Regulation. You will find guidance documents, public opinions, regulatory updates, and many more.