Hi Treg world Re CE mark, The mark allows the free movement of goods within the EU and EFTA nations. This is because it is indicating conformity against certain directives, which apply throughout the union. Therefore, if a product falls within the category of a directive, it requires the mark even if only sold in one member state. This legislation will become even more important under the new R&TTE directive 99/5/EC.
When CE marking a product, you are also declaring conformity against the applicable directives (interested parties may request a copy of this declaration). A product that does not meet any directives would not be CE marked. This could occurr for items that do not fall within the scope of current directives otherwise for products that do, the product would be non-conformant. Most things electrical will fall under either the EMC directive or the Low Voltage Directive and thus require CE marking to show conformity. SES and TTE fall under the SES&TTE directive which is also linked to the harmonised use of the CE mark. Note also that when the R&TTE comes into force, the LVD is to be changed such that electrical safety requirements apply to any R&TTE product. The mark may be prominently displayed on packaging to assist European customs. It does not need to be placed on shipping containers as these are allowed to be opened and inspected under customs legislation. This is a slightly rushed response so I appologise if it is not well worded. The scope I believe to be accurate but I welcome others to join in on this one. Bill Ellingford. Approvals Manager Motion Media Technology Ltd ---------- From: [email protected][SMTP:[email protected]] Sent: 23 June 1999 15:16 To: [email protected] Cc: [email protected] Subject: RE: Packaging vs. Shipping Container Richard, Mark, I have to disagree, the intention of the CE mark is to show compliance with European Directives (those applicable), it allows free movement of goods across the EU borders. It's intention is not to "provide the consumer with information so that they can make an informed purchasing decision." I would suggest that a product can be designed, manufactured and sold within one European Country without having the CE mark applied. It may well be within the scope of some European Directive, but as long as it does not cross any National Border then the CE mark is not required, so long as it meets the local regulations. Why would Joe Public care if his pc printer had a CE mark as long as it gives good quality prints and doesn't interfere with his TV set. You're mixing customer needs with regulatory requirements. I'd say put the mark on any of the packaging you see fit, as long as you can back this up with some rational. If a customs inspector isn't satisfied with the markings on the shipping container, they'll keep peeling the layers until they find what they are after. Cheers, Colin. ______________________________ Reply Separator _________________________________ Subject: RE: Packaging vs. Shipping Container Author: Non-HP-MSchmidt ([email protected]) at HP-UnitedKingdom,mimegw6 List-Post: [email protected] Date: 06/23/99 2:29 PM Richard, I agree. Your definitions are very rational. Regards, Mark Schmidt [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> Phone: (616) 257-2469 X-Rite Incorporated 3100 44th Street, S. W. Grandville, Michigan 49418 USA Website - www.x-rite.com <http://www.x-rite.com> -----Original Message----- From: WOODS, RICHARD [SMTP:[email protected]] Sent: Wednesday, June 23, 1999 8:49 AM To: 'emc-pstc'; 'treg' Subject: Packaging vs. Shipping Container Various EU Directives require certain information to be placed on the "packaging" of a product. However, packaging is not defined. The intent of the requirements appears to be to provide the consumer with information so that they can make an informed purchasing decision. Please put on your lawyer's hat and tell me if the following definitions are reasonable to distinguish "packaging" from a "shipping container" for compliance marking purposes. Shipping Container: A protective container in which a product is placed for shipping purposes. The container is not intended for public display of the product such as in a retail store, nor is it intended to convey product information to the consumer; therefore, displayed product information may be limited. The product in the shipping container may or may not be enclosed in "packaging". Products intended to be shipped direct to the end user may not include packaging. Packaging: A container in which the product is placed for public display purposes in retail shops and similar stores. Consumer information and certain required compliance information is displayed on the packaging.
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