UK Government announces extension of CE mark recognition for businesses

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has today announced its intention to indefinitely extend the use of CE marking for businesses, applying to 18 regulations owned by DBT.

This comes as part of a wider package of smarter regulations designed to ease business burdens and help grow the economy by cutting barriers and red tape. Following extensive engagement with industry, British firms will be able to continue the use of CE marking alongside UKCA.

The Business Secretary acted urgently on this issue, to prevent a cliff-edge moment in December 2024 when UKCA was set for entry. This intervention will ensure businesses no longer face uncertainty over the regulations and can cut back on unnecessary costs freeing them up to focus on innovation and growth.

What does this mean for companies selling goods in the UK?

The deadline of the 31st December 2024 no longer exists and products can continue to be sold in the UK using the EU CE mark. This applies to the 18 regulations that fall under the Department for Business and Trade (DBT). These are:

Toys
Pyrotechnics
Recreational craft and personal watercraft
Simple pressure vessels
Electromagnetic compatibility
Non-automatic weighing instruments
Measuring instruments
Measuring container bottles
Lifts
Equipment for potentially explosive atmospheres (ATEX)
Radio equipment
Pressure equipment
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Gas appliances
Machinery
Equipment for use outdoors
Aerosols
Low voltage electrical equipment

Quotes from UK Government officials

'The extension will provide businesses with flexibility and choice to use either the UKCA or CE approach to sell products in Great Britain.'

'By extending CE marking use across the UK, firms can focus their time and money on creating jobs and growing the economy.'

'This intervention will ensure businesses no longer face uncertainty over the regulations and can cut back on unnecessary costs freeing them up to focus on innovation and growth.'

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