CE Mark Certification Services

Obtaining the CE mark can be confusing, complex, and expensive for many companies. Applicable EU standards are specified in the EMC Directive and the Radio Equipment Directive (RED). RF Approval stays abreast of constantly evolving European “New Approach” Directives and the underlying testing standards, to ensure continuing compliance.

If you have a product entering the European trade market, let us help you with CE certification. We make it fast and easy to start selling your products in the EU.

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CE Marks and Product Manufacturers

In the EU, product manufacturers are required to carry out a conformity assessment. This determines if their product meets the necessary regulatory standards. If it does, the manufacturer must then keep and up to date Technical Construction File available in case of Customs or Agency inquiries, and issue a CE Mark Declaration of Conformity (DoC) before releasing the product to the EU marketplace.

Are a manufacturer trying to launch a product in the EU? Reach out to RF Approval. We’ll help you through the various stages of testing and obtaining the CE mark.

What Is CE Certification​?

CE (Conformité Européenne) Mark indicates the product complies with applicable EU regulatory standards. Products must comply with a variety of EMC, RF and Safety standards in order to be legally sold within the EU and the European Economic Area. If a product meets CE standards, it receives a CE mark.

  • European Union CE Mark 1

Products That Require CE Markings

There are many products that need CE markings in order to be sold legally within the EU. At RF Approval, we have helped clients obtain CE markings for many kinds of products, including :

  • Construction Equipment
  • Electrical and Electronic Products
  • Medical Devices
  • Dishwashers
  • Household Electronics
  • Air Conditioners
  • Boilers
  • Low-Voltage Electrical Equipment
  • Machinery
  • Refrigerators/Freezers
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Garden Equipment
  • Generators
  • Compressors
  • Marine Equipment
  • Pressure Equipment
  • Radio Equipment
  • Toys
  • Transportable pressure equipment

If you’re not sure if your product requires a CE marking, reach out to RF Approval. We’ll assess your product and help you determine what is necessary to enter the European market.

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How the RF Approval Team Can Help

We don’t just advise our clients on CE marking. RF Approval will guide your product through the testing process, creation of the Technical Construction File, accredited test reports, and CE Declaration of Conformity, and obtain Notified Body Opinion Letter where applicable.

RF Approval will also help you streamline the process, which can easily take up to months to complete without professional guidance. Our goal is to have your product CE-marked as soon as possible.

The experts at RF Approval will help you:

Whether you’re just breaking into the EU market or you are launching a new product there, we can expedite the process. Not only do we make CE certification less tedious, but we also save you time and money along the way.

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FAQs About CE Certification

Without a CE marking for your product, electronics products (EMC Directive) and RF devices like Bluetooth, WiFi and Cellular technologies are barred entry to EU countries.

CE certification validity is always dependent on the CE Declaration of Conformity reflecting correct versions of the applicable testing standards. RF Approval offers technical documentation review services to help ensure your product remains in compliance with constantly updated standards.

The CE marking and certification process is complicated and varies considerably from product to product. It commonly takes between two to four weeks, but if it’s a high-risk product (such as a medical device), it could take as long as 10 weeks.

No – CE marking is only compulsory for products covered by the New Approach Directives. In fact, it is illegal to place a CE mark on a product that is not covered by a relevant directive.

If you have any confusion about the New Approach Directives or your product’s legal requirements, reach out to RF Approval today. We’re here to answer your questions.

The EEA includes Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, The Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, and Croatia.

Additionally, Switzerland accepts the CE symbol as a declaration of conformity, even though it is not a member of the European Union.

Generally, no, CE markings do not constitute certification for use in other countries. Canada, Australia, and the United States have other methods of certification, as do most other nations.

Reach Out to RF Approval Today

If you’re trying to obtain certification or find a CE testing facility, contact RF Approval. We’re expert certification consultants, and we’ll help you properly and efficiently seek CE markings.

Call (408) 209-0900 to schedule your first consultation. We’ll provide you with a free quote for our services, as well as some guidance moving forward with your product’s certification. The sooner you get the ball rolling with our team, the sooner you can start turning a profit in the EU.

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