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General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR)
The General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) (EU 2023/988) marks a significant change in consumer protection across the EU. It applies to a wide range of consumer products, including those sold online, new, used, or repaired. It excludes certain items like medicinal products, food, feed, and plant protection products. CSI offers expert guidance to EU and non-EU companies, helping them meet stringent GPSR obligations. CSI provides full GPSR support, including regulatory, navigation, documentation and testing, liaison with authorities, and acting as Authorised Representative.
Experienced Support For:
- Authorised Representative (AR)
- Regulatory Support & Navigation
- Documentation & Testing
- Incident Management & Traceability
- Ongoing Compliance
Support in Europe (EEA)
Authorised Representative Support
- Non-EU manufacturers should appoint an Authorised Representative (AR) to access the EU market.
- CSI provides full AR services (via our EU office in Dublin, Ireland) under a specific AR Letter of Agreement.
- The AR address must appear on product labels or accompanying documentation.
Regulatory Navigation, Documentation, and Ongoing Compliance
- CSI can help non-EU manufacturers navigate this complex EU regulation and familiarise them with new obligations, ensuring compliance, and avoiding potential legal issues.
- We can also assist with ensuring suppliers and third parties comply with GPSR requirements.
- CSI can assist in preparing and maintaining documentation, labels, and consumer information.
- CSI will proactively monitor regulatory changes, update the manufacturer to maintain compliance, and can assist with internal audits to ensure ongoing compliance.
Incident Management & Traceability
- In case of safety issues, the AR coordinates with the manufacturer to implement corrective actions and communicate with authorities.
- CSI can ensure that the product’s traceability information is accurate and up to date, facilitating swift action if a product is found to be unsafe.