What is CE marking and why do I need it?
CE marking is the product manufacturer’s claim that a product meets the essential requirements of all relevant European directives or regulations. These directives or regulations outline the safety and performance requirements for certain products that are placed on the market in the European Union (EU). The CE mark is a legal requirement for certain products placed on the market in the EU.
We’re also an Approved Body for UKCA access to England, Wales and Scotland. We can support you to understand and meet the latest requirements of UKCA.
To find out more about the requirements of CE marking and UKCA marking, you can opt to take Market Access (inc CE, UKCA) Training Courses from BSI Training Academy.
BSI has a notified body based in The Netherlands (2797) and we can offer CE marking services for the following:
- Construction Products Regulation (CPR 305/2011)
- Structural Steel and Aluminium (EN 1090 under CPR)
- Gas Appliance Regulation (EU 2016/426)
- The Marine Equipment Directive (MED) 2014/90/EU
- Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) 2014/68/EU
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation (EU 2016/425)
- Medical Devices and IVDs
We can also provide services such as testing to support you with CE marking for the following:
- Low Voltage Directive (LVD 2014/35/EU)
- Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC 2014/108/EC)
Do you need UKCA marking services or training?
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.
UK Government information can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/using-the-ukca-mark-from-1-january-2021
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