One set of rules opens 27 EU member states (and the wider EEA). Most manufactured goods need CE marking under the relevant EU directives and regulations. Radio products fall under the Radio Equipment Directive (RED), and electronics and articles must meet RoHS and REACH chemical rules. Since EU market-surveillance rules also require a responsible economic operator inside the EU, the paperwork matters as much as the testing. Global Approbation manages the whole package for Indian manufacturers.
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Three Pillars of EU Compliance
CE Marking
The manufacturer’s declaration that a product meets all applicable EU laws: LVD, EMC, Machinery, Toys, Construction Products, Medical Devices and more, backed by a technical file and EU Declaration of Conformity.
Read about CE marking →RED: Radio Equipment
Any product with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular, GNSS or other radio. Covers safety, EMC and radio-spectrum use, with cybersecurity requirements mandatory for many connected devices since 1 August 2025.
Read about RED certification →RoHS & REACH
Chemical compliance: RoHS restricts 10 hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment; REACH covers substances of very high concern (SVHC) in almost every article.
Read about RoHS & REACH →Which EU Rules Apply to Your Product?
| Product type | Typical EU requirements |
|---|---|
| Wireless & IoT devices | RED 2014/53/EU (incl. cybersecurity delegated act) · RoHS · REACH · WEEE · common charger (USB-C) where in scope |
| Electrical appliances, IT equipment, chargers | LVD 2014/35/EU · EMC 2014/30/EU · RoHS · Ecodesign & energy labelling where applicable · WEEE |
| LED lighting | LVD · EMC · RoHS · Ecodesign (EU) 2019/2020 · Energy Labelling (EU) 2019/2015 |
| Machinery & industrial equipment | Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC (Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 applies from 20 January 2027) · EMC · LVD |
| Batteries | EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 · labelling · due-diligence and producer obligations |
| General consumer goods | General Product Safety Regulation (EU) 2023/988 · REACH · product-specific directives (e.g. Toy Safety) |
Why Indian Exporters Use Global Approbation for Europe
- Complete directive and standard mapping, so nothing is missed at customs or on Amazon EU
- Testing coordinated with accredited labs, and Notified Bodies where third-party assessment is required
- Technical file and EU Declaration of Conformity drafted in the correct format
- Guidance on appointing an EU Authorised Representative / responsible person and on importer obligations
- Your existing BIS, CB and IEC reports reused wherever EN standards align
From Enquiry to CE Marking
- Applicability check. We list every directive, regulation and harmonised standard for your product.
- Gap analysis. Existing reports and design reviewed against EN standards.
- Testing & assessment. Lab testing, plus Notified Body involvement where your conformity route requires it.
- Technical file & DoC. Risk assessment, test reports, drawings, manuals and the signed EU Declaration of Conformity.
- Market placement. CE mark and label artwork, EU representative details, and marketplace document packs.
EU: Frequently Asked Questions
Is CE marking a certificate issued by the EU?
No. CE marking is the manufacturer’s own declaration, backed by a technical file and an EU Declaration of Conformity. For some products (and for radio products not fully covered by harmonised standards), a Notified Body must also assess the product and issue an EU-type examination certificate.
Do I need a company in Europe?
For many product categories, EU market-surveillance rules require an economic operator established in the EU (manufacturer, importer, authorised representative or fulfilment service provider) whose details appear on the product or packaging. Your EU importer can often play this role; otherwise an Authorised Representative can be appointed.
Does CE marking cover the UK?
Great Britain has its own UKCA framework, although the UK has extended acceptance of CE marking for many product categories. Northern Ireland follows EU rules. We confirm the current position for your product.
How long does CE marking take?
For products assessed by the manufacturer itself (for example LVD/EMC), typically 2–6 weeks including testing. Routes involving a Notified Body, such as RED without full harmonised standards, machinery Annex IV or medical devices, take longer.
Regulations, standards and deadlines change. Scope, testing route and timelines are confirmed product by product after our applicability review. Global Approbation is a consultancy and does not itself issue certificates; approvals are granted by the relevant authority, accredited laboratory, certification body or notified body.