{"id":281969,"date":"2025-09-17T11:59:10","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T11:59:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pass4ce.2fcom.me\/faq-en\/"},"modified":"2026-03-04T11:58:22","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T11:58:22","slug":"faq-european-compliance","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.pass4ce.eu\/en\/faq-european-compliance\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;60%&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;left&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|||10%|false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; width_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; width_tablet=&#8221;90%&#8221; module_alignment_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; module_alignment_tablet=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;|||0%|false|false&#8221; width_phone=&#8221;90%&#8221; module_alignment_phone=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|||0%|false|false&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;FAQ \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions about European Conformity and Services&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>On this page, you\u2019ll find clear and concise answers to the most common questions about CE marking, EU regulatory requirements, quality inspections, training, and import support. 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_builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The CE marking is mandatory for various products, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Medical devices<\/li>\n<li>Toys<\/li>\n<li>Electrical and electronic equipment<\/li>\n<li>Construction products<\/li>\n<li>Machinery<\/li>\n<li>PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)<\/li>\n<li>Measuring instruments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;How is CE conformity obtained?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The process varies depending on the product and the applicable legislation, but generally includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Identification of applicable directives and harmonized standards<\/li>\n<li>Conformity assessment (laboratory tests, risk analysis, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Preparation of the technical file<\/li>\n<li>Drafting of the EU Declaration of Conformity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Affixing of the CE marking<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Who is responsible for CE conformity?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>manufacturer<\/strong> is primarily responsible, but importers and distributors also have verification obligations before placing a product on the EU market.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Which documents are required to demonstrate conformity?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Technical file <\/strong>(including drawings, diagrams, tests, and risk assessments)<\/li>\n<li><strong>EU Declaration of Conformity <\/strong>(signed by the manufacturer)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Certificates from notified bodies<\/strong> (if required by legislation)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Can a product without the CE mark be sold in Europe?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>No. If a product falls within categories subject to CE marking, it cannot be sold within the EU without conformity.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;What happens if a product is non-compliant?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Market surveillance authorities may:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Prevent the product from being sold<\/li>\n<li>Withdraw it from the market<\/li>\n<li>Impose sanctions on the manufacturer, importer, or distributor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Where can I find the applicable EU legislation for my product?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>EU directives and regulations are available on the<strong> European Commission\u2019s<\/strong> website and in the standards documents issued by organizations such as <strong>CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;What is the difference between directives and regulations?&#8221; 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