Electric Scooter Regulations in the United States: A Practical Guide

Posted on by Ivan Malloci — Leave a comment
Need help with compliance? Book a call here

Electric Scooter Regulations in the United States

Electric scooters manufactured or imported in the United States are subject to various compliance requirements, including labelling, documentation, and substance restrictions, at both the federal and state levels.

In this guide, we take a look at FCC requirements under 49 CFR Part 15, CPSIA requirements, and other key requirements that are relevant to electric scooters in the United States.

We also explain why product safety standards, such as UL 2272, are relevant to the manufacturing and importation of electric scooters in the United States.

Note: We do not list requirements that apply to products in general or packaging. Also, this guide does not cover all possible US regulations that apply to electric scooters.

Continue reading Electric Scooter Regulations in the United States: A Practical Guide

Electric Scooter Regulations in the European Union

Posted on by Ivan Malloci — Leave a comment
Need help with compliance? Book a call here

Electric Scooter Regulations in the European Union

Electric scooters sold or used in the European Union must meet strict regulations and safety standards. There are also requirements concerning substances, labelling, and documentation.

In this guide, we provide a closer examination of requirements under various EU regulations and directives applicable to electric scooters, batteries, and chargers.

Note: We do not list requirements that apply to products in general or packaging. Additionally, we do not cover specific EU national requirements that may apply to electric scooters.

Continue reading Electric Scooter Regulations in the European Union

Construction Products Regulation (CPR) 2024: An Essential Guide

Posted on by Ivan Malloci — 4 Comments
Need help with compliance? Book a call here

Window frame

Construction products are subject to performance, safety and other requirements. Currently, these requirements are set by the Construction Products Regulation 2011. However, on 8 January 2026, the Construction Products Regulation 2024 will take effect and repeal it.

In this guide, we cover the requirements of the new Construction Products Regulation, including labelling, documentation, digital product passport, and other requirements. Additionally, we also compare some of the key requirements between the old and new regulations.

Continue reading Construction Products Regulation (CPR) 2024: An Essential Guide

GPSR Responsibilities for Distributors and Retailers: 4 Key Areas

Posted on by Fredrik Gronkvist — Leave a comment
Need help with compliance? Book a call here

GPSR Responsibilities for Distributors and Retailers

Distributors, including retailers and resellers, have certain responsibilities under the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR). In practice, companies defined as distributors must check label files and instructions, and communicate with manufacturers, importers, and national market surveillance authorities if safety and compliance issues are found.

Continue reading GPSR Responsibilities for Distributors and Retailers: 4 Key Areas

CE Marking Responsibilities for Distributors and Retailers

Posted on by Fredrik Gronkvist — Leave a comment
Need help with compliance? Book a call here

CE Marking Responsibilities for Distributors

Are distributors, retailers, and resellers responsible for ensuring that products are correctly CE marked? Yes, to some extent. In this guide, we explain which companies are defined as distributors, and what they must do in practice to ensure compliance with EU regulations and directives mandating CE marking.

Note: This guide contains examples from the PPE Regulation. Other CE marking regulations and directives may set additional requirements for distributors that are not covered in this guide.

Continue reading CE Marking Responsibilities for Distributors and Retailers

Food Packaging Regulations in the US: An Overview

Posted on by Ivan Malloci — Leave a comment
Need help with compliance? Book a call here

Food Packaging Regulations in the US

Food packaging must be compliant with various federal and state regulations in the United States. These regulations set requirements concerning substances, labeling, GMP, and other aspects.

In this guide, we list key US food contact materials regulations, FPLA, UPLR, Model Toxics in Packaging Legislation, and other compliance requirements relevant to food packaging imported or manufactured for the US market.

Note: This guide only covers requirements applicable to food packaging materials. It does not cover food labelling requirements. Furthermore, we do not claim that we list all requirements applicable to food packaging in the US.
Continue reading Food Packaging Regulations in the US: An Overview

Pump Regulations in the United States: An Overview

Posted on by Ivan Malloci — Leave a comment
Need help with compliance? Book a call here

Pumps imported or imported for use in the United States are subject to various compliance requirements. In this guide, we take a closer look at the Energy Conservation Program, FCC requirements contained in 49 CFR Part 15, and other requirements that are relevant to pumps in the United States.

In addition, we explain why product safety standards, such as UL 778, are relevant when manufacturing or importing pumps.

Continue reading Pump Regulations in the United States: An Overview

Pump Regulations in the European Union: An Overview

Posted on by Ivan Malloci — Leave a comment
Need help with compliance? Book a call here

Pump Regulations in the European Union

Pumps manufactured or imported for sale or use in the European Union are subject to various regulations and directives. In this guide, we cover requirements for various types of pumps and take a closer look at the Machinery Regulation, Construction Products Regulation, and other requirements relevant for pumps in the EU.

Continue reading Pump Regulations in the European Union: An Overview

Food Packaging Regulations in the EU: An Overview

Posted on by Fredrik Gronkvist — Leave a comment
Need help with compliance? Book a call here

Food Packaging Regulations in the EU

Food packaging materials are subject to various regulations and directives in the EU. These regulations set requirements concerning substance restrictions, labelling, documentation, recyclability, and other areas.

In this guide, we take a closer look at food contact materials regulations, PPWR, EPR, REACH, and other requirements relevant to food packaging supplied in the European Union.

Note: This guide only covers requirements applicable to food packaging materials. It does not cover food labelling requirements.

Continue reading Food Packaging Regulations in the EU: An Overview

Air Purifier Regulations in the United States: An Overview

Posted on by Ivan Malloci — Leave a comment
Need help with compliance? Book a call here

Air Purifier Regulations in the United States

Air purifiers manufactured or imported to the United States must comply with different US federal and state-level regulations. In this guide, we take a closer look at regulations like FCC 49 CFR Part 15, the Energy Conservation Program, CPSIA, and other requirements that are relevant to air purifiers in the United States.

In addition, we also explain why product standards, such as UL 867, are relevant when importing or manufacturing air purifiers.

Continue reading Air Purifier Regulations in the United States: An Overview