The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) sets due diligence requirements for products and materials that can contribute to deforestation. In this guide, we take a closer look at the finished wooden products and materials (raw and semi-processed) covered by the EUDR.
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An Attestation of Conformity is a third-party issue certificate “attesting” that a certain product complies with specified regulations, directives, and standards. A legit Attestation of Conformity can be valuable in the sense that it provides an opinion from a third-party declaring that a product is compliant.
However, many Attestation of Conformity certificates are issued on questionable grounds, which can result in serious consequences for importers and other buyers accepting such documents at face value.
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Certain products can only be sold in the United Kingdom if a UK Approved Body (also known as UK Market Conformity Assessment Bodies) has been involved in the conformity assessment process. Such products include medical devices, PPE, and products belonging to other categories.
In this guide, we explain how you can find UK Approved Bodies, the tasks they carry out, and how much you can expect to pay. Continue reading UK Approved Bodies: A Complete Guide
Bags manufactured or imported for sale in the United States are subject to various regulations covering chemicals, labeling, testing, and other requirements.
In this guide, we take a closer look at various US regulations applicable to children’s bags, leather bags, and other types of bags.
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Bags imported or manufactured for sale in the European Union are subject to various regulations covering chemicals, labelling, and other requirements. Non-compliant bags may, for example, contain lead or phthalates above the set limits.
In this guide, we explain how the REACH regulation, General Product Safety Regulation, and Textiles Labelling Regulation relate to bags sold in the European Union.
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The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) covers packaging and materials used to manufacture packaging in the EU. However, this does not mean that the EUDR applies to every single paper box or pallet entering the European Union.
In this guide, we explain when the EUDR applies to paper and wooden packaging, and when it does not. We also address common questions about EUDR requirements in the context of packaging.
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This guide explains how the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) applies to imported furniture and materials used to manufacture furniture. We also address common questions about the types of furniture and materials subject to EUDR requirements.
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UK Approved Bodies are third-party entities that perform steps of conformity assessment procedures according to the requirements of various UK regulations. In this guide, we list several regulations and types of products for which the use of a UK Approved Body is required.
However, note that there may be other regulations and products for which a UK Approved Body is needed.
CE marking must be affixed correctly, in terms of the symbol used, but also placement and size. Further, products subject to CE marking requirements must generally also meet additional labelling requirements concerning traceability, instructions, and warnings.
In this guide, we take a closer look at how CE marks must be affixed and other labelling requirements that often come together with CE marking requirements.
Note: This article uses the PPE Regulation and the Council Directive 93/68/EEC as the reference points. That said, the same principles can be found in most other regulations and directives mandating CE marking for toys, electronics, batteries, medical devices, and other requirements.
CE Mark Sample: You can find CE marking label samples at the end of this guide. These samples are based on specific articles from EMC Directive.
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Not sure if your product requires CE marking? In this guide, I explain how you can determine if CE marking is not required for your product. I also list product categories that are generally not subject to CE marking requirements, while also explaining edge cases when CE marking is still applicable.
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