The UKCA (UK Conformity Assessed) Mark is the new UK product marking for goods being placed on the market in Great Britain (England, Wales, and Scotland). It covers most goods that previously required the CE marking.
The UKCA (UK Conformity Assessment) mark has now come into force to replace the CE Mark for manufacturers selling products in Great Britain (i.e. United Kingdom excluding Northern Ireland). The UKCA mark will work in the same way as the CE mark, which means products will need to be assessed to the UKCA requirements before they can be sold on the GB market.
UKCA mark guidance: are you ready?
Initially, there was a transition period until 1 January 2022 when CE marking will continue to be recognized in the UK. However, in response to the impact of the pandemic on businesses, the UK Government has extended the deadline to apply UKCA marks for certain products to demonstrate compliance with product safety regulations until 31 December 2024.
In addition, in June 2022, the UK Government introduced further “Easement measures” to smooth the implementation of UKCA marking. These measures included extensions of some deadlines until as far ahead as 1 January 2028.
It is essential to understand in detail your obligations and have carried out all the necessary preparations for its introduction.
This requires you to have met all of the new UKCA requirements such as:
- Product marking labeling requirements (“Easement measures” may apply)
- Produced a UKCA declaration of conformity
- Product compliance with the current Designated Standards
These designated standards are listed by the UK Government and technical requirements.
If you are importing manufactured goods into Great Britain, then additional labeling requirements may apply for importers.
For holders of EU Notified Body certificates for CE marking, before the UKCA marking can be applied, there will need to be a certification from the UK Approved Body. Your EU Type Examination certificate may not be fully valid for UKCA marking after 31 December 2024, but the UK Government “Easement measures” may allow you to use them for a limited period after this date.
The manufacturer or their authorized representative is responsible for affixing the UKCA marking to the product to declare that the product conforms with the relevant requirements.
Our UKCA marking capabilities
Element's team of engaged experts provides equipment manufacturers with UKCA mark guidance to allow for a smooth transition for their products to meet the new standards.
We have an in-depth understanding of the requirements to review the product's test reports, labeling, instructions for use, and declaration of conformity to guide you through the process. By using our expertise and knowledge, we ensure your obligations are met in conjunction with the UKCA mark requirements.
For further UKCA mark guidance on Element's new UKCA compliance review service, or to book your assessment, please contact us here today.
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