Smoke defectors imported or manufactured for sale in the United States must comply with various safety standards and labelling requirements. In this guide, we take a closer look at UL standards, NRTL Approvals, 47 CFR Part 15, and other compliance requirements relevant to smoke detectors in the US.
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Smoke detectors are covered by various EU regulations, directive, and standards. In this guide, we take a closer look at the Construction Products Regulation and various regulations and directives applicable to electronics and batteries, and how these relate to smoke detectors.
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The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) defines “unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)” as drones, their systems, and controlling equipment. Such products are subject to specific regulations such as Regulation (EU) 2019/945 on Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Drones are also subject to regulations relevant to machinery, electronics, and batteries.
Non-compliant drones may pose a danger to humans and property. For example, a defective drone could suddenly stop functioning and crash. Drones can also interfere other radio equipment.
In this guide, we focus on the product compliance requirements for drones, not on the operations requirements such as the minimum age for remote pilots. Note that you can find more information on the EASA’s page dedicated to Drone Regulatory Systems.
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The Energy Labelling Framework Regulation sets labelling, registration, and other requirements for energy-related products, such as air conditioners or light sources.
The goal of the regulation is to provide consumers with information concerning energy efficiency and consumption, to allow them to choose efficient products that consume less energy.
In this guide, we explain how you can register your product on the EPREL database, the goal and content of the energy label, and what data you should include in your product information sheet. We also list the regulation delegated acts, which set additional requirements for specific products.
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The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive sets requirements concerning electronic waste materials. Ensuring compliance with the WEEE Directive requires that your products are correctly labelled, and the participation in waste collection schemes.
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Certain companies importing, manufacturing, and selling electronics for sale in the EU must comply with the obligation of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive. More specifically, such companies must contribute to the waste management of e-waste.
In this guide, we explain what you must know about registration, reporting, and collection requirements under the WEEE Directive. We also list electronic waste management organisations in various EU member states that can help you get started.
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Electronic cigarettes and vapes sold in the United States are subject to safety, labeling, documentation, and other requirements. These requirements apply not only to the e-cigarette device itself, but also to batteries, chargers, and e-liquids.
In this guide, we explain what importers and manufacturers must know about the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, the Child Nicotine Poisoning Prevention Act, the Hazardous Materials Regulations, UL standards, and other compliance requirements relevant to e-cigarettes.
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Vapes and electronic cigarettes sold in the European Union are subject to various regulations and directives that concern electrical safety, battery safety, and e-liquids.
This guide explains what importers and manufacturers must know about the Tobacco Products Directive, the Batteries Regulation, REACH, and other relevant compliance requirements.
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Electric bikes imported or manufactured for the US market are subject to various standards, labeling, and testing requirements. These are primarily meant to limit various risks that concern mechanical safety, battery safety, and other areas.
In this guide, we cover 16 CFR Part 1512, 47 CFR Part 15, and other compliance requirements applicable both to the e-bike itself and its battery.
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Electric bikes imported or manufactured for the EU market must comply with various safety standards, labelling, documentation, testing, and other compliance requirements.
In this guide, we explain how regulations and directives such as the Machinery Regulation, Batteries Regulation, and RoHS Directive affect e-bikes and their components.
Additionally, this guide also covers relevant standards and testing requirements.
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