The European Commission recently published a Q&A document to address some recurring questions concerning the application of the General Product Safety Regulation (Regulation EU 2023/988).…
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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…
GPSR focus: what changes now to sell in the EU?
With the aim to ensure a higher product safety, the new General Product Safety Regulation (EU) 2023/988 (GPSR) has introduced important changes to the marketing…
GPSR focus: authorised representative
While non-EU manufacturers must have a EU-based Responsible Person for their products by 13 December 2024, they can choose to appoint an authorised representative with…
GPSR focus: quality management system for general products
The new General Product Safety Regulation applies in the European Union from 13 December 2024. The Regulation replaces the current Directive (GPSD) as well as…
Useful documents for PPE regulatory compliance
In the European Union, the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation covers products to wear or hold that protect people against risks related to their safety…
GPSR focus: general products’ labels under the new Regulation
The General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) applies in the European Union from 13 December 2024 and replaces the General Product Safety Directive (GPSD) as well…
When do you need the CE marking to sell in Europe?
Whether in the EU or worldwide, it is easy to spot a CE marking on many products. CE stands for the French “Conformité Européenne”, which…
The right to repair explained to consumers and manufacturers
In February 2024, the European Union reached a provisional deal on a stronger right to repair for consumers. The decision aims to reduce waste and…
E-commerce under GPSR focus: decisive changes for goods sold online
At the end of 2024, the new General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) will replace the current Directive on general products and the Food Imitating Product…