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This guide explains how the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) applies to imported furniture and materials used to manufacture furniture. We also address common questions about the types of furniture and materials subject to EUDR requirements.
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Which Products Require A UK Approved Body?
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UK Approved Bodies are third-party entities that perform steps of conformity assessment procedures according to the requirements of various UK regulations. In this guide, we list several regulations and types of products for which the use of a UK Approved Body is required.
However, note that there may be other regulations and products for which a UK Approved Body is needed.
Labelling Requirements for CE Marked Products
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CE marking must be affixed correctly, in terms of the symbol used, but also placement and size. Further, products subject to CE marking requirements must generally also meet additional labelling requirements concerning traceability, instructions, and warnings.
In this guide, we take a closer look at how CE marks must be affixed and other labelling requirements that often come together with CE marking requirements.
Note: This article uses the PPE Regulation and the Council Directive 93/68/EEC as the reference points. That said, the same principles can be found in most other regulations and directives mandating CE marking for toys, electronics, batteries, medical devices, and other requirements.
CE Mark Sample: You can find CE marking label samples at the end of this guide. These samples are based on specific articles from EMC Directive.
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Which Products Should Not be CE Marked?
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Not sure if your product requires CE marking? In this guide, I explain how you can determine if CE marking is not required for your product. I also list product categories that are generally not subject to CE marking requirements, while also explaining edge cases when CE marking is still applicable.
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Which Products Require an EU Notified Body?
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Certain products require the involvement of a notified body before they can be sold in the European Union. Whether that is the case depends on the applicable EU regulations and directives, and whether the product belongs to a certain category.
In this guide, we provide examples of product types that require the use of a notified body, while also explaining the basis.
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Which Products Require CPSC eFiling?
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Trying to understand if eFiling is required for your product? In this guide, we explain how you can determine if that is the case based on the amended version of Part 1110 published in January 2025.
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Failed Product Lab Testing: An Action Plan
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Your product just failed compliance testing. Now what? This guide explains why products fail safety and compliance testing, and how you can implement a step-by-step plan to resolve the situation and get your product successfully retested.
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Occupational Safety and Health Act: An Essential Guide
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The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) sets health and safety requirements for workers, including products used in the workspace such as personal protective equipment.
While there are many different standards and regulations under the act, this guide only focuses on the requirements set by 29 CFR Part 1910 – Occupational Safety and Health Standards. Additionally, it only covers requirements for importers and manufacturers; it does not cover requirements for employers, operations, and procedures.
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FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC): A Practical Guide
Posted on — Leave a commentCertain electronic products imported or manufactured in the United States must undergo a Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC) procedure, which also requires a compliance information statement.
The SDoC procedure covers most unintentional radiators. That is, products that do not have Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or other wireless functions. In this guide, we address frequently asked questions regarding the SDoC procedure, the SDoC compliance information statement, and other related topics.
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How to Create an EU Declaration of Conformity for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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This guide explains how to create an EU Declaration of Conformity for PPE based on the model structure in Annex IX of the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation. You will learn what to include under each of the 8 points, while I also address common questions.
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