Explanation of the CE Marking:

The CE Marking is a generic product compliance mark used and legally recognized by the twenty-seven European Union (EU) countries, the three European Free Trade Area (EFTA) countries and Switzerland.

The letters 'CE' are an abbreviation of the French words “Conformité Européenne”, which means European conformity. The CE Marking is a mandatory European marking for a wide range of products indicating conformity with the essential requirements of applicable European Directives.

Example Directives which may apply to your products:

  * Low Voltage Directive (LVD)
  * Machinery Directive (MD)
  * Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)
  * Explosive Atmospheres Directive (ATEX)
  * Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) 

European Importation Requirements:

To legally market products to Europe, a CE Marking on the product and a Declaration of Conformity (to the applicable Directives) is required. In addition, a Technical File, substantiating conformity, must be made available upon a duly reasoned request by competent national authorities.

Lewis Bass International will help you determine which Directives apply to your product, will conduct an evaluation to establish and document compliance and will provide you with a Declaration of Conformity document required for European importation.