CE marking
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What is a CE mark?
Definition
This is a crucial mark of conformity for products within the European Economic Area. It indicates that a product complies with EU regulations concerning safety, health and the environment. This marking is not a quality label, but a declaration by the manufacturer that the product is safe. It is also mandatory for products covered by EU directives.
Who is responsible for CE marking?
The responsibility for correctly affixing the CE marking lies with the manufacturer. The manufacturer must demonstrate that the product complies with all relevant EU directives and standards by compiling technical dossiers and, where necessary, having the product tested by a notified body. Following these processes, the manufacturer draws up an EC Declaration of Conformity and affixes the CE marking to the product. Importers and distributors are also responsible for checking that the products they market bear the CE marking correctly. You can read all about this in our blog article on the CE marking.
Control of CE marking
In the Netherlands, various bodies check products for which CE marking is mandatory. For example, the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority checks whether gas appliances comply with legal requirements. And the Inspectorate SZW looks, for example, at equipment in explosive environments. RVO.nl provides an overview of the inspection bodies for each product group.
Products that do not comply with CE marking requirements
Products that do not comply with the requirements of CE marking can have consequences. Those products can be considered non-compliant and unsafe, which can lead to legal action against the manufacturer, such as fines or product recalls. In addition, those products may be banned from sale within the EU. It is therefore essential that manufacturers, such as TRALERT®, ensure that their products fully comply with the required standards to ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance.
Requirements for vehicle and signal lighting and work lights
To qualify for CE marking, products must demonstrably comply with the following regulations:
- Directive 2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive (Note: applicable for electrical material designed for a nominal direct voltage (DC) between 75V and 1,500V);
- General Product Safety; Directive 2001/95/EC
- Directive 2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility;
(For Tralert® products, this is specified in the ECE-R10 regulations); - Directive 2011/65/EU Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment
(Known as the RoHS directive).
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