EU GPSR Responsible Person Compliance Services

The EU General Product Safety Regulation (gpsr) 2023/988 officially came into mandatory force on December 13, 2024, replacing the former General Product Safety Directive (GPSD) and Council Directive 87/357/EEC on dangerous products resembling food.

It applies to all non-food consumer goods placed on or sold within the EU market, including toys, baby & toddler products, kitchenware & tableware, furniture and other daily commodities. For products to be exported to the EU market, full compliance with GPSR mandatory requirements is essential. JJR LAB provides professional GPSR testing and risk assessment services for global clients.

Controlled Targets & Coverage

• Regulated Merchants: All sellers exporting goods within the GPSR scope to the European Union

• Regions of Enforcement: EU territories & Northern Ireland of the UK; not applicable to Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales)

• Product Coverage: Most non-food consumer goods sold in the EU, including second-hand goods, repaired goods, reconditioned products and spare parts. Exceptions apply if specific EU safety regulations (e.g., LVD Directive) have stipulated dedicated safety requirements for certain product categories.

Core Regulatory Obligations

Per GPSR provisions, all products sold to EU consumers must display valid contact details of the EU-based manufacturer, importer, or authorised representative established in the EU, including postal addresses and electronic contacts. Warning notices and safety instructions are also mandatory.

For remote and online sales, clear marking of the manufacturer and the designated EU Responsible Person is strictly required. Additionally, manufacturers are obligated to conduct systematic product risk analysis (covering emerging technology-related risks), update technical documentation, and retain all records for a minimum of 10 years.

Specific GPSR Mandatory Requirements

EU Responsible Person Mandate

Display the full name and detailed contact information of the EU responsible person in product descriptions, including physical postal address and electronic contact (email / official URL).

Labelling Requirements

Product labels shall contain:

• Contact information of the EU responsible person, manufacturer and importer (if applicable)

• Unified warning statements and safety instructions

• Identifiable marks for product type, batch number, serial number or other unique identification elements

Manufacturer Information

Publish the manufacturer’s full name, physical address and electronic contact details (email / URL) on all online product listings.

Safety & Warning Information

Besides standard EU compliance markings and labels, online product pages must feature visiblesafety warnings and guidelines, fully translated into the local language of the sales territory.

Our Service Scope

We deliver professional GPSR-based risk assessment for multiple product lines:

• Toy-like products: Trendy collectibles, pet toys, elderly care toys and other items not covered by the Toy Safety Directive (TSD)

• Child use and care articles: Strollers, walkers, cribs, pacifiers & pacifier chains, carry cots, playpens, changing tables, baby carriers, drinking cups, bathing appliances, etc.

• Furniture products: Indoor & outdoor tables and chairs, household furniture, school desks & chairs, beds, wardrobes and storage furniture

• Stationery items: Writing utensils, notebooks, pencil cases, stationery scissors, bookends, erasers, correction fluids, rulers and more

• Small gifts: Candles and other seasonal promotional gifts

GPSR Standard Compliance Procedures

Complete Product Testing

Conduct standardized quality testing in line with EU regulations and obtain official test reports and compliance certificates.

Appoint an EU Responsible Person

Designate an EU-established entity or individual as your local responsible contact for regulatory supervision and market surveillance.

Update Packaging & Marking

Supplement existing packaging with manufacturer & EU authorised representative contact details, multilingual warning labels and unique product coding.

Upload Compliance Documents

Submit EU responsible person information and updated packaging specifications to e-commerce platforms to complete official compliance filing.

Category-Specific certification Requirements

• Electronic Products: Mandatory certifications include CE marking, RoHS Compliance, and additional item-specific certifications (e.g., battery safety certification, CE-RED).

• Apparel & Textile Products: Core compliance includes reach testing (for general garments), CE certification (for personal protective equipment), and standardized textile labelling.

• Food Contact Materials: Compliance with Framework Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004, material-specific directives and relevant food-contact safety certifications.

• Toy Products: Required documentation includes CE certification (EN 71 series standards) and REACH compliance testing.

EU Responsible Person: Definition & Core Obligations

An EU Responsible Person refers to an entity or individual legally established within the European Union, tasked with ensuring product compliance and serving as the primary liaison for regulatory authorities.

Eligible Qualified Parties:

• EU-based manufacturers or brand owners

• Registered EU importers

• Official EU Authorised Representatives

Key Responsibilities:

• Information Delivery: Provide all safety verification documents and technical files in official languages as requested by market surveillance authorities

• Risk Supervision: Notify the manufacturer immediately if products are identified as hazardous or non-compliant

• Official Notification: Assist manufacturers in reporting corrective actions to eliminate product risks to competent authorities

• Risk Mitigation: Cooperate with national regulatory bodies to implement risk mitigation measures and eliminate potential hazards

Updated Packaging Information Compliance Checklist

• EU Responsible Person Info: Full name, physical address, email / official website URL

• Manufacturer & Importer Info: Valid contact details (name, address, electronic information) (if applicable)

• Safety Warnings: Localised warnings and safety instructions in the sales country’s official language

• Product Identification: Clear marks for product type, batch code, serial number or unique identifiers

JJR LAB Professional GPSR Compliance Solutions

We offer one-stop GPSR risk assessment and compliance services for toys, children’s products, furniture, stationery, candles and daily consumer goods. From trendy collectibles to household furniture, our tailored solutions meet diverse EU export compliance demands.

JJR LAB holds CNAS & CMA official accreditation, with official recognition by UKAS (UK) and CPSC (USA), delivering authoritative, globally recognised compliance reports for smooth EU market access.