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What if a product is not CE marked?
If no CE directive or regulation applies, the General Product Safety Directive (2001/95/EC) may apply. This General Product Safety Directives requires that products are safe, but is does not require any marking.
Is CE mark required in Australia?
Is an overseas approval or certification accepted in Australia? Australia has an independent requirement for approval certification. CE documentation is not recognised at all by Australian law, so cannot be used as a basis for compliance.
What does a CE mark look like?
A correct CE mark has the E started on the circular profile drawn out by the C character. Products sold within the EU zone are heavily regulated and generally safe.
Why do I need a CE marking for my product?
Many products require CE marking before they can be sold in the EU. CE marking indicates that a product has been assessed by the manufacturer and deemed to meet EU safety, health and environmental protection requirements. It is required for products manufactured anywhere in the world that are then marketed in the EU.
Do you need a CE mark for a medical device?
Many products, for instance, Class I Medical Devices, are required to be registered in the EU and, if proved, get a Certificate of Registration. Without this Certificate of Registration, the products are NOT allowed to be affixed with the CE Marking and be placed on the market. Affix the CE Marking to your product.
How big does a CE mark have to be?
The CE marking must consist of the initials “CE”, both letters should have the same vertical dimension and be no smaller than 5mm (unless specified differently in the relevant product requirements). If you wish to reduce or enlarge the CE marking on your product, you should respect the proportions of the two letters.
When is CE marking mandatory in the EU?
When is CE marking mandatory? CE marking is only obligatory for products for which EU specifications exist and require the affixing of CE marking. Some products are subject to several EU requirements at the same time.