Product certification is a process that verifies that a product complies with certain standards before it is placed on the European Union (EU) market. The most widely known document of this process is the CE mark. The CE mark indicates that the product complies with EU directives and allows free movement. In order for products to receive the CE mark, they must follow certain procedures.
The first step is to determine which EU directives the product must comply with. The product may be subject to different directives, such as electrical equipment, medical devices, toys, pressure vessels. Each directive determines the certification processes and requirements of the products.
The next step is to prepare the product's technical file. This file contains detailed information about the design, performance, and safety of the product. The technical file is the responsibility of the manufacturer or importer and is used to prove the conformity of the product.
There are three ways to assess the conformity of the product: The manufacturer can conduct a conformity assessment on its own, apply to an authorized body, or apply to an authorized body in the EU. As a result of the assessment, the product can receive the CE mark and freely enter the EU market.
The product certification process provides manufacturers and importers with a competitive advantage by allowing their products to circulate freely in the EU market. However, the complexity of this process and the certification requirements may require professional support. Therefore, it is important to benefit from expert consultancy services regarding the product certification process.
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