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Cosmetic Product Regulations in the United Kingdom: An Overview

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Cosmetic Product Regulations in the United Kingdom
Cosmetic products sold in the UK are covered by a number of regulations that set substance restrictions, labelling, documentation, and other requirements.

In this guide, we cover the main requirements of these regulations. Additionally, we explain the differences between the UK and EU versions of the regulations affecting cosmetic products.

Note that even if some requirements may still be the same in the EU and UK, this may change as regulations continue to get updated and the two systems diverge further, after the Brexit.

In this guide, we exclude requirements for cosmetic products sold in Northern Ireland because they follow EU requirements.
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Product User Instructions Requirements in the European Union: An Overview

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Product User Instructions

User instructions are generally used to provide useful information to consumers and users in general, such as how to install, properly use, or dispose of products. User instructions can also include battery replacement instructions, warning texts, and more.

Instructions are mandatory for a wide range of products sold in the European Union. Hence, failing to create a sufficient user instruction document could result in fines, product recalls, and other issues.

In this guide, we explain what importers, manufacturers, and Amazon sellers must know about creating user instructions for electronics, toys, and other products.
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CE Marking Requirements in the United Kingdom: An Overview

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CE Marking Requirements in the United Kingdom

There has been a lot of confusion about the future status of CE marking in the United Kingdom since Brexit. In its place, products were supposed to be marked with the UKCA symbol.

However, the UK has since changed course and decided to accept CE marking for certain product types. This can simplify the product compliance process, as the implication is that a CE marked product could be sold in both the UK and the EU.

In this guide, we explain which products can be CE marked in the UK, and how CE marking differs from UKCA marking.

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Smoke Detector Regulations in the European Union: An Overview

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Smoke Detector Regulations in the European Union

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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Drone Regulations in the European Union: An Overview

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Drone Regulations in the European Union: A Complete Guide
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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Camping Tent Regulations in the European Union: An Overview

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Camping Tent Regulations in the European Union

Camping tents imported and manufactured for the EU market must comply with various regulations and directives covering substance restrictions, labelling, documentation, and testing. There are also safety standards applicable to camping tents.

In this guide, we explain the relevance of regulations such as the General Product Safety Regulation, Biocidal Products Regulation, and REACH to camping tents sold in the European Union.
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Sleeping Bag Regulations in the European Union: An Overview

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Sleeping Bag Regulations in the European Union

Planning to import or manufacture sleeping bags for sale in the European Union? In this guide, we explain what you must know about various standards, labelling, testing, and other compliance requirements.

More specifically, we take a closer look at the General Product Safety Regulation, the Biocidal Products Regulation, and the REACH Regulation, and how these relate to sleeping bags.

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List of Product Liability Insurance Companies in the United Kingdom

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Product liability insurance provides coverage in case you face claims due to personal injury or property damage. No product is ‘risk-free’ when it comes to potential safety hazards – which can be caused by unforeseen manufacturing or design errors.

In short, product liability insurance can serve as your last line of defense, if something goes wrong despite your best efforts.

In this guide, we list some of the United Kingdom’s leading product liability insurance providers, covering both insurance companies and brokers.
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Warning Labelling Requirements for Toys & Other Children’s Products in the EU

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Some toys and other children’s products require warning labels before being sold in the EU. These can be warnings that caution the owner of the product from exposing it to children under certain ages or from being used by children in the absence of adult supervision.

These warnings intend lessen certain risks that children face when using the product. For example, products that contain small parts should come with a warning that explains that the product is not suitable for children aged three and below.

In this guide, we provide several regulations that have warning label requirements, examples of warning types, and different types of products that require them. There may exist other warning types that are not mentioned in this guide.

Methodology: The examples provided in this guide are retrieved from information contained in the Toy Safety Directive, the Toy Safety Directive Explanatory Guidance Document, and the General Product Safety Regulation.
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List of Product Liability Insurance Companies in the European Union

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Manufacturers and importers selling products in the European Union are ultimately responsible for product safety and compliance. However, product safety issues can be caused by unforeseen manufacturing defects or supply chain-related issues.

In short, importers and manufacturers cannot completely eliminate the risk of safety and compliance issues, which could result in personal injury or property damage.

Should the worst happen, product liability insurance can cover some of the costs involved. In this guide, we list some of the EU’s leading product liability insurance providers, located in Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Denmark, Belgium, and other countries in the EU.

Is product liability insurance required in the European Union?

Product liability insurance is generally voluntary. However, many retailers require that their suppliers, including European brands and importers, have product liability insurance coverage. Further, Amazon also requires sellers that reach a certain sales threshold to obtain product liability insurance.

Types of insurance providers in the European Union

Product Liability Insurance Companies

An insurance company sells insurance policies directly to the buyers. Some insurance companies also partner with brokers or agencies to sell their products. Insurance brokers or agencies market the policies issued by insurance companies. They may also offer additional services such as price comparison, consulting, or representation during a claim.

Not every insurance company offers product liability insurance. The types and coverage of product liability insurance are also different, depending on the terms specified in each policy.

Product Liability Insurance Brokers

An insurance broker is a company that represents the insurance companies to sell their insurance products. A broker helps buyers find suitable insurance products according to their needs and charges clients a commission or handling fee afterwards.
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