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SELF-CERTIFICATION

Some product types that require CE marking may be certified by the manufacturer without the involvement of third party testing.

In the case of these products, the manufacturer is able to 'self-declare' conformity with the relevant directive(s). Although this process can be carried out by the manufacturer, it requires an understanding of the CE system and of the standards and regulations applicable to the particular product type. At least for the first products of a given type, this will likely require some outside assistance.

This is where MAWW is set up to help.

For a free telephone consultation:
call Tony Baker at 416-500-7287
or toll-free 1.855.222.6299 (MAWW).

STAGES IN ACHIEVING CE MARKING

1. Decide whether the product is in a group which needs to have a CE mark and, if so, which directive(s) apply.

2. Choose the conformity assessment procedure from the modules specified by the directive for the product. This could be self-certification or involve testing from a Notified Body.There are nine modules available for the Conformity Assessment Procedures which may be specified for different product groups.

3. Identify any Harmonized European Standards applicable to the product. Although not always mandatory, directives are often written in such a way that they become, in effect, part of the conformity assessment requirement.

4. Make sure that the product complies with the requirements of the relevant directive(s). If not, the product may need to be modified to meet the requirements.

5. If the directive states that independent assessment is required from a Notified Body, then arrange for this to be carried out. This may involve transportation to the laboratory for testing.

6. Set up and maintain the Technical Documentation required under the Directive(s).

7. Prepare the Declaration of Conformity and show how it is supported by the technical documentation.

8. Check for any additional national requirements which may exist in particular countries where the product will be sold, including requirements for labeling or packaging.

9. Apply CE marking to your product and its packaging and customer literature as specified in the directive(s).

HOW CAN WE HELP?

MAWW can determine the route to compliance that is most appropriate to your needs and help you through the CE Marking Process easily and cost effectively.

We provide a service to Canadian companies to help them minimize the costs, confusion and bureaucracy of dealing with CE Marking and other European regulatory requirements.

Call Tony Baker at 416-500-7287 for a free telephone consultation.
Or call toll-free (in Canada & USA):
1.855.222.6299 (MAWW)

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

A Declaration of Conformity (DoC) includes the manufacturer's information (name, address, etc.); explanation of the requirements the product complies with; required European standards met, detailed test performance results; the identification number of the Notified Body if required; and a legally binding signature on behalf of the manufacturer.

It is important to understand that a claim for product compliance that is not based on a true conformity assessment constitutes a violation of EU law.

WHAT IS A NOTIFIED BODY? DO WE NEED ONE?

Certain types of products, their manufacturing processes, or quality assurance methods, must be certified by a “Notified Body.” A notified body is so called because a European country has notified the European Commission that it has given it the authority to do the testing, inspection, or quality assurance required for certain types of product. Notified bodies act as test labs and quality assurance evaluators to carry out the steps listed in the relevant directive(s).

Notified Bodies do not exist outside Europe, but a manufacturer can choose to work with any appropriate notified body in any member state of the EU.

MAWW Marketing and its European partners have relationships with Notified Bodies for categories where third party verification or quality assurance is required by directive. We can help you determine whether or not Notified Body involvement is necessary and we can help obtain certification quickly and efficiently.

MAWW Marketing can help you achieve CE Marking efficiently and cost effectively.

Through our associated specialists in Europe we can provide testing and product evaluations, and access to Europe-based Notified Bodies for appropriate product types.

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