Toys, electronics, machinery, PPE, medical devices, and other products imported from China to the EU are subject to various regulations and directives mandating CE marking.
In this guide, we answer common questions about CE marking in the context of importing products from China. We also highlight some of the common misunderstandings surrounding CE marking products manufactured in China.
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Amazon can remove products for compliance reasons for various reasons. In many cases, Amazon is acting correctly. However, there are situations in which product removals or suspensions for compliance reasons can be successfully appealed.
In this guide, we explain why Amazon suspend products, and how sellers can appeal product removals and suspensions to have their products reinstated.
Note: This guide is focused on product removal appeals in the United States, the European Union, and the United Kingdom. That said, the methods explained can likely be applied to other markets as well.
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The EUDR sets due diligence requirements that can be hard for businesses to meet. However, the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and other organisations operate certification schemes offering traceability that can help operators and traders meet the EUDR requirements without establishing their own monitoring systems from the ground up.
In this guide, we take a closer look at EUDR-related solutions provided by the FSC, PEFC, RSPO, and 4C Services.
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Planning to sell on Amazon in the UK? In this guide, we explain what you must know about UKCA marking, CE marking, GPSR 2005, REACH and other compliance requirements for Amazon sellers shipping to the United Kingdom.
You will also learn how Amazon seller requirements can differ between Great Britain (England, Scotland, and Wales) and Northern Ireland.
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Manufacturing defects and chemical contamination can result in extremely costly product recalls, even if you have taken every precaution to ensure product safety and compliance. However, product recall insurance covering some of the costs can help you limit the impact of recalls.
In this guide, we explain what product recall insurance is and what you need to know about required documentation, covered expenses, and more.
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Businesses selling products on Amazon in the United States must ensure compliance with various regulations and standards. In this guide, we explain what you must know about Amazon compliance requirements concerning US federal and US state regulations.
You will also learn why voluntary UL and ASTM standards are also mandatory for certain products sold on Amazon in the US.
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This guide explains what businesses must know about packaging symbols related to recycling and sustainability in the United States. Some markings and symbols are mandated by law, while others are voluntary.
It is also important to avoid making claims about packaging recyclability and sustainability that cannot be proven.
Keep reading to learn more about Resin Identification Codes, 16 CFR Part 260, BPI Certification Mark, and other US packaging recycling and sustainability markings and symbols.
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Amazon sellers shipping within or to the European Union must generally comply with EU product regulations, directives, and standards. This guide explains what Amazon sellers can do to comply, and which requirements are of particular importance when selling in the EU.
It is also noteworthy that recent EU legislation mandates that Amazon and other marketplaces actively monitor the compliance status of products sold by third-party sellers. Some would even argue that Amazon is more effective at enforcing EU product compliance requirements than the national authorities themselves.
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The EU Deforestation Regulation sets requirements for companies manufacturing, importing, trading, or distributing certain commodities. However, the specific documentation and due diligence procedures to demonstrate that products are deforestation-free depend on whether an entity is defined as an operator or trader.
To make matters even more complicated, both operators and traders defined as SMEs are treated differently.
In this guide, we explain how operators, traders, and SMEs are defined and how you can better understand what is required of each.
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Several EU regulations and directives set requirements concerning packaging sustainability and recycling symbols. While some symbols are voluntary, others are mandatory.
In this guide, we explain what EU companies must know about Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation symbols, Green Dot, FSC, and other symbols and markings indicating packaging sustainability and recycling.
Note: This article has been updated since the video was recorded. The video may contain some errors.
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