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Regulatory Frameworks including GPSR and CE Marking - What you need to know
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On 13 December 2024, new regulations came into force - If you are a UK exporter of consumer products to the EU (or professional products that may fall into the hands of consumers), you cannot afford to miss this essential guide to new EU product safety regulation.
What you’ll learn
- Understand your role in the supply of goods from this regulation’s perspective
- Understand your full obligations based on the role you play
- Understand market surveillance and how to ensure compliance so your goods continue to move freely into the EU post 13th December 2024.
Description
The EU General Product Safety Regulation has far-reaching implications for multiple actors within a product’s supply chain.
The regulation aims to ensure the safety of goods not covered by existing EU standards and CE marking, including some already regulated but not when sold online or via distance sales. It is comprehensive, covering new products on the EU market as well as second-hand, repaired, reconditioned, or recycled items.
Most UK exporters of consumer goods to the EU will be affected, so understanding obligations, preparation, and compliance is crucial.
Speakers
Andrea Collins
Managing Director, Global Trade Department
Andrea is an international trade specialist with 25+ years’ experience in the industry. Andrea specializes in importing, exporting, global sustainability, trade compliance, business resilience, and business growth. A passionate ambassador of UK micro businesses and SMEs, she launched Global Trade Department (previously known as The Export Department) to assist these companies expand their horizons internationally, raise the profile of UK goods and services abroad, and add vital resilience to supply chains through global sourcing.
As well as supporting private clients with their international trade endeavours, Andrea delivers 1:1 support and 1-many support for a number of Growth Hubs nationwide and is responsible for the design and delivery of a range of EU transition, international expansion, and business resilience support programmes across the country.
Robin Hill
UK Export Academy Adviser, Department for Business and Trade
Robin is a versatile professional with experience spanning various business sectors, including blue-chip companies and dynamic startups. His journey includes roles at Burton Group, General Electric, and BUPA. Notably, he has ventured into entrepreneurship, establishing startups in Broking and the wholesale Wine Trade. His diverse background reflects a blend of corporate expertise and entrepreneurial spirit.