China asHome appliancesIn order to help the home appliance industry effectively respond to the changing global economic situation, this article will detail the mandatory market access and certification requirements of China's home appliance exports to the EU, hoping to help relevant enterprises.

EU Market Access Requirements and Regulations

In order to enter the EU market, household appliances must comply with the requirements of the relevant directives issued by the European Union and be affixed with the CE marking and specific directives required labels or labels.

Directive 2014/35/EU on low voltage (LVD)

The directive applies to the design of household appliances used in voltage exchange 50V ~ 1000V and direct current 75V ~ 1500V, aimed at ensuring the electrical safety of the product.

Directive 2014/30/EU on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)

The Directive applies to all new products placed on the EU market, including newly manufactured products and second-hand household appliances imported from third countries, with the aim of ensuring that the products function properly in their electromagnetic environment without unacceptable electromagnetic interference.

Energy Efficiency Label Directive (EU) 2017/1369

This directive applies to household appliances that have an impact on energy consumption in the process of use, requiring products to be labeled with energy efficiency and registered in the EPREL system. The products covered include air conditioning, dishwasher, home appliance oven, electric stove, oil smoking machine, water heater, hot water storage tank, professional refrigerator, refrigerator, roll dryer, vacuum vacuum cleaner, ventilation device, washing dryer, washing machine and so on.

Energy-Related Product Ecodesign Requirements (ERP) Directive 2009/125/EC

The directive applies to products that have an impact on energy consumption during use, including built-in parts and accessories that independently evaluate environmental performance.Household appliances include home and office electronics with standby and off power consumption, air conditioners and comfort fans, dishwashers, household appliances, stoves, smoking machines, water heaters, hot water storage tanks, professional refrigerators, refrigeration devices, rolling dryers, vacuum vacuum cleaners, ventilation devices, washing machines, water pumps and so on.

Directive 2011/65/EU on the restriction of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS)

The directive limits the use of harmful substances in electrical and electronic equipment and applies to all household appliances, requiring products not to contain or contain small amounts of specific harmful substances such as lead, uranium, uranium, etc.

Directive 2000/14/EC on Noise in Outdoor Equipment

This directive stipulates noise limitations for the environment from outdoor equipment such as lawn cutting machines.

Directive 2014/53/EU on wireless equipment (RED)

Suitable for household appliances with wireless communication modules, such as 2.4GHz WiFi wireless access devices, ensuring that the products meet the requirements for radio spectrum use and electromagnetic compatibility.

EU Evaluation Requirements and Marks

To sell household appliances in the EU market, products must pass the corresponding qualification assessment and CE marking.

1 Safety

Products must comply with relevant EU directives and standards, and manufacturers need to self-declarate that the product is safe and complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and relevant EN standards.

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Products need to meet the requirements of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, and manufacturers need to self-declarate that the product complies with the requirements of the Directive and relevant EN standards.

Wireless radio frequency (Wifi only)

Home appliances with wireless communication functionality must comply with the requirements of the Wireless and Communications Directive (RED), and manufacturers must self-declarate that the products meet the requirements of the directive and relevant EU harmonised standards.

Environmental protection (energy efficiency label ErP, ecodesign, RoHS, noise)

Products must meet the environmental requirements stipulated by the directive, on the basis of the directive requires the EU standard conformity assessment and the manufacturer's declaration of conformity, and the energy efficiency label on the designated website.

Application of the CE Marking

The CE mark is a passport for products entering the EU market, indicating that the product complies with the basic requirements of relevant EU directives.If a product belongs to more than one category of relevant EU product directives at the same time, it must meet all the requirements of the corresponding product directives, in order to apply the CE mark on the product.

1 - Self Statement

Manufacturers may attach the CE marking in a self-declared manner, but must demonstrate that the product complies with all relevant directives and standards.

Compulsory CE marking

According to the requirements of different directives, products must be affixed with a mandatory CE marking to ensure their compliance in the EU market.

Conclusion

Understanding and complying with EU market access requirements and certification standards is critical for Chinese home appliances companies. Through qualified certification and labels, companies can not only ensure product safety and environmental performance, but also improve product competitiveness in the international market.