Specification of CE Certification

The CE certification (Conformité Européenne) is a mandatory conformity for products sold in the European Economic Area (EEA) and UK. It indicates that a product meets EU safety, health, and environmental requirements. At Huak Testing, we provide expert CE EU certification services to help you navigate these complex regulations and ensure your products are fully compliant with all European standards through CE EU certification.

CE Logo Details

The letters "C" and "E" must form a symmetrical, proportional logo.
The minimum height is 5mm (for small products, exceptions apply).
The vertical spacing between the letters should be equal.

Key points of CE certifcation

Directive/Regulation

For CE certification of general electronic products, the applicable EU directives are EMC Directive 2014/30/EU and LVD (Low Voltage) Directive 2014/35/EU.

Commonly Used Standards for EMC Directive

Standards and Test Items for Industrial Products

EN 55011

EN 50081-2

EN 50082-2

1. EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) Tests

Conducted Emission Test: EN 55011

Radiated Emission Test: EN 55011

2. EMS (Electromagnetic Susceptibility) Tests

Conducted Immunity Test: EN 61000-4-6

Radiated Immunity Test: EN 61000-4-3

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Immunity Test: EN 61000-4-2

Electrical Fast Transient (EFT) Burst Immunity Test: EN 61000-4-4

Power Frequency Magnetic Field Immunity Test: EN 61000-4-8

Surge (Lightning) Immunity Test: EN 61000-4-5

Voltage Dips, Short Interruptions and Voltage Variations Immunity Test: EN 61000-4-11

EMC Standards for Other Product Categories

EN 55013: Applicable to broadcast receivers and their ancillary equipment

EN 55014: Applicable to household appliances and portable power tools

EN 55015: Applicable to lighting products

Generally, electrical equipment rated for AC 50V to 1000V or DC 75V to 1500V shall comply with the LVD Directive for product safety, in addition to the EMC Directive.

Widely Adopted Harmonized Standards under LVD Directive

Household appliances: EN 60335

Luminaires: EN 60598

Audio, video and similar electronic apparatus: EN 60065

Information technology equipment: EN 60950

Electrical equipment of machinery: EN 60204

Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use: EN 61010

Applicable Products

Electrical and electronic products: including various household appliances, lighting equipment, electronic instruments and devices, cables and wires, transformers and power supplies, safety switches, automatic control systems, etc.

Toys and children‑related products:including children’s toys, cots, prams, child safety seats, children’s stationery, dolls, etc.

Machinery products:including machine tools, lifting equipment, power tools, hand trolleys, excavators, tractors, agricultural machinery, pressure equipment, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): including helmets, protective gloves, safety footwear, safety goggles, respirators, protective clothing, safety harnesses, etc.

Medical devices:including surgical instruments, in‑vitro diagnostic devices, pacemakers, spectacles, artificial organs, syringes, medical chairs, hospital beds, etc.

Construction products: including building glass, doors and windows, fixed steel structures, elevators, electric roller shutters, fire‑resistant doors, building thermal‑insulation materials, etc.

Environmental‑protection products: including sewage treatment equipment, waste treatment equipment, waste bins, solar panels, etc.

Transport equipment:including automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles, aircraft, trains, vessels, etc.

Gas‑fired appliances: including gas water heaters, gas cookers, gas fireplaces, etc.

Basic Procedures

1: Identify applicable directives and standards

Based on product attributes including functions, voltage and wireless capability, determine the applicable EU directives (e.g. LVD+EMC, RED+EMC, MD, etc.) as well as the corresponding harmonised standards.

2: Select conformity‑assessment module

Self‑declaration module: Applicable to low‑risk products (e.g. most household appliances, general‑purpose luminaires). The manufacturer conducts tests either in‑house or by appointing a third‑party laboratory to issue test reports, then signs the EU Declaration of Conformity (DoC) on its own, prior to CE marking.

(PS: Notified Bodies issue certificates only and do not perform testing; testing is carried out by independent laboratories.)

Notified‑body intervention module: Applicable to high‑risk products (e.g. medical devices, explosive‑protection equipment, certain machinery). A EU‑recognised Notified Body must perform type‑examination or factory audit and issue the certification certificate.

3: Product testing

Submit samples to a qualified laboratory for full‑range testing against relevant EN standards. In case of test failure, the laboratory provides rectification suggestions. The enterprise shall implement corrective actions and retest until compliance is achieved.

4: Compile Technical Construction File (TCF)

The Technical Construction File constitutes core documentation for CE certification. It shall contain: product description, model specifications, product test reports, user instructions, and the Declaration of Conformity (DoC).

The TCF shall be kept within the EU territory and retained for no less than 10‑15 years after the product is placed on the market for inspection upon request by market‑surveillance authorities.

5: Sign the Declaration of Conformity and apply the CE marking

The manufacturer signs the EU Declaration of Conformity (DoC). Affix the CE marking onto the product itself, nameplate and packaging.

Scope of Application

CE marking is generally required for products sold in member states of the European Economic Area (EEA) and countries of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). This covers 32 European economic‑zone countries, among which the European Union (EU) consists of 27 European member states.

27 Member States of the European Union：

Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Denmark, Ireland, Greece, Portugal, Austria, Finland, Sweden, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, Slovenia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Malta, Cyprus.

European Economic Area (EEA) Countries：

Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein.

Turkey：

Although Turkey is neither an EU nor EEA member, it has formed a customs union with the EU. The CE marking is compulsory for most products placed on its market.

EU Candidate Countries：

Countries such as Serbia and Montenegro are gradually adopting the CE certification system in preparation for EU accession.

In addition, CE certification is not legally required in numerous other countries and regions worldwide. Nevertheless, these jurisdictions recognize the authority of EU standards and regard the CE mark as a key reference for product quality and safety. Buyers from the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America and other regions often stipulate CE certification as a prerequisite for placing purchase orders.

CE Certification Services: Your Path to Market Compliance in Europe

HUAK testing lab is ISO 17025 accredited, it ensures internationally recognized competence in testing, crucial for CE compliance.

We have lower costs, compared to European labs, we can offer competitive pricing while maintaining high standards.

If the supplier is Asian manufacturers, doing test at our lab can reduces logistical delays in sample shipping and communication.

We can also carry Pre-Testing & Debugging, it helps identify and fix compliance issues before final certification, avoiding costly failures.

Depending on the product, we can perform:

- EMC TestinglEmissions & lmmunity - e.g., EN 55032,EN 61000-4 series)

- RF Testing(Frequency bands, output power, spectrum effciency - e.g., EN 300 328).

- Safety Testing (Electrical safety, insulation, overheating - e.g., EN 62368-1).

- Environmental & Durability Testing (lP rating, shock/vibration - e.g., EN 60068).

In addition, CE EU certification requires a Technical Construction File (TCF) and EU DoC.

we can assist with:

- Test reports compliant with EU norms.

- Risk assessments and mitigation strategies.

- Labeling guidance (CE mark placement, warnings).

So, HUAK is a strong choice for CE EU certification because we offer:

Accredited testing labs (ISO 17025)
Expertise in EU directives (EMC, RED, LVD, RoHS)
Cost and time savings for manufacturers
End-to-end support (testing, documentation, troubleshooting)

FAQ

1. What is the function of CE marking?

CE marking is a mandatory compliance mark for market access in the European Union. It is not a product quality certification. Products affixed with the CE mark indicate compliance with the EU directives on health, safety and environmental protection, and can be legally circulated and sold in the member states of the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA).

2. Does CE certification adopt a unified set of standards for all products?

No. There is no unified standard for CE certification. Corresponding EU directives and EN harmonised standards are adopted according to product attributes such as function, voltage and wireless function. For example, ordinary household appliances comply with LVD+EMC directives, wireless products comply with RED+EMC directives, and mechanical products comply with MD directives.

3. Who issues the CE certificate, a certification body or a laboratory?

The two institutions have different responsibilities. Laboratories conduct product sample testing and issue test reports, while certification bodies or Notified Bodies issue CE certificates. For conventional CE self-declaration projects, only laboratory test reports and the manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity (DoC) are required, with no certificate issued by a third-party institution needed.

4. Is product testing mandatory for CE certification? Can testing be exempted?

Formal CE compliance requires full-scale sample testing in accordance with relevant EN standards. Exempted testing and guaranteed approval are not acceptable. If the test fails, enterprises shall optimize products in accordance with the rectification suggestions provided by the laboratory and conduct retesting until the products meet compliance requirements.

5. What is a Technical Construction File (TCF)? Is it mandatory?

The TCF is the core compliance document for CE certification and is mandatory for all CE-certified products. It covers product information, model specifications, test reports, user manuals, Declaration of Conformity (DoC) and other materials. The file must be retained for 10 to 15 years after the product is placed on the market for random inspection by EU market supervision authorities.

6. What is a Declaration of Conformity (DoC)? Who is responsible for issuing it?

The DoC (EU Declaration of Conformity) is a core document for CE compliance. Itmust be issued and signed by the manufacturer. Third-party institutions are not authorized to replace the manufacturer to issue this document, which is a prerequisite for affixing CE marks on products and launching products legally in the EU market.

7. What is the validity period of CE certification? Will it expire?

CE test reports and compliance documents are valid permanently on the premise that there are no changes to product models, structures, functions and applicable standards. If products are upgraded or modified, or the corresponding EU standards and directives are updated, retesting and renewal of compliance documents are required.

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