What it means
The CE marking is a legally binding conformity marking for products placed on the European Economic Area (EEA) market. By affixing it, manufacturers self-declare that their products meet all applicable EU requirements for safety, health, and environmental protection. Key legal bases include the Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC), the Low Voltage Directive (2014/35/EU), and the Medical Devices Regulation (MDR). The conformity process includes identifying applicable directives, verifying requirements, conformity assessment, technical documentation, and affixing the CE mark. Non-compliance can lead to sales bans, recalls, and fines.