CE-Mark and Declaration of Conformity Procedures

• 1) Decide Which Directives Apply to Your Export Product.
  
  Directives include: Electromagnetic Compatibility, Low-Voltage Safety, Machinery Safety, Medical Devices, and Radio/Telecommunications Equipment. The electronic equipment manufacturer identifies the proper EMC and electrical safety specifications that apply to a product. If the product is equipped with moving parts, the machinery safety standard may apply. GME is an accredited laboratory which can test products for compliance with EN standards applicable to the above directives.
  
• 2) Decide Which Standards Apply and Perform Tests.
  
  After choosing the directives that apply, a manufacturer then selects the applicable harmonized (EN) product standards and performs the required tests. The IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) writes many CE standards. You may call GME at our lab (802-388-3390) and we'll help you pick the proper standards for your product, as well as perform tests.
  
• 3) Declaration of Conformity
  
  When a product is tested and determined to be in compliance with applicable standards, a one-page Declaration of Conformity (DoC) is created. Reports generated by the test lab, as well as from any testing performed in-house, act as "technical files" in support of the DoC. Test records, drawings etc., and the DoC are held on file for ten years and made available at anytime for review by "competent authorities". A copy of the DoC should be submitted to your distributor, representative, or importer in the EC. It is also good practice to include a copy of your DoC in your instruction manual. Click here for a sample Declaration of Conformity.
  
• 4) CE-Mark
  
  To show proof of conformity the EU makes it mandatory for the manufacturer to label the product with the CE mark. The label "CE" must be attached in an indelible manner, look like the CE above, and be no less than 5-mm in dimension. Whether reduced or enlarged the proportions given above must be maintained. The marking should be affixed to the apparatus, or if this is not possible, to the packaging, instructions for use, or guarantee certificate.