UKCA News! Important updates & deadline extensions announced on Nov. 14, 2022
UKCA NEWS! – Yesterday, Nov. 14th, the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy announced that the deadline for mandatory UKCA marking has been extended even further. The CE and reversed epsilon marking for most goods being placed on the GB market has been extended until December 31, 2024. This will allow businesses placing goods on the GB market to use the UKCA or CE marking until then. This extension alleviates pressure on manufacturers and importers, allowing them to align with UKCA requirements without disrupting supply chains.
The following additional updates were also made to the measures that were announced in June this year:
- To reduce labelling costs, businesses will be allowed to affix the UKCA marking and to include importer information for products from EEA countries (and in some cases, Switzerland) on an accompanying document/label until December 31, 2027.
- To reduce re-testing costs, manufacturers will be allowed to use conformity assessment activities for CE marking undertaken by December 31, 2024 as the basis for UKCA marking, until the expiry of the certificate or until December 31, 2027, or whichever is sooner.
It should be noted that different rules apply to medical devices, construction products, cableways, transportable pressure equipment, unmanned aircraft systems, rail products, and marine equipment.
Sector-Specific Exceptions
While the extensions apply broadly, sectors such as medical devices, marine equipment, rail products, and construction materials must adhere to separate timelines. For example, marine equipment certification follows distinct guidelines under the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency. Always consult official resources like the UK Government’s latest guidance to ensure compliance with your industry’s requirements.
Why This Matters for Your Business
The extended deadlines provide a critical window to streamline compliance strategies. LabTest’s UKCA certification services simplify this transition, offering tailored testing and documentation support. With over 20 years of expertise, we ensure your products seamlessly meet both UKCA and CE marking standards.
Key Takeaway: Use this extension to audit your compliance processes, update technical documentation, and partner with experts to avoid last-minute hurdles.
Full details of the latest updates can be found on the GOV.UK website:
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