Since 13 December 2024 the General Product Safety Regulation (EU) 2023/988, GPSR for short, has applied. It replaces the former General Product Safety Directive and applies directly in all EU member states — to consumer products not covered by more specific rules.
Every product needs a responsible economic operator in the EU. Manufacturers carry out an internal risk analysis, prepare technical documentation and must report accidents involving their products via the EU Safety Business Gateway.
In online retail, listings must clearly show the manufacturer's name and contact details, where applicable the responsible person in the EU, information identifying the product, and warnings and safety information in the local language.
General information without guarantee — does not replace legal advice in the individual case.