The "Small Business Guide to GPSR" is a detailed resource aimed at assisting businesses in understanding and complying with the General Product Safety Regulations (GPSR), which take effect on December 13, 2024. Applicable in EU countries and Northern Ireland, these regulations ensure the safety of most consumer products, excluding specific categories like food, medicines, and antiques.

This guide outlines the fundamental steps businesses must take to meet compliance, including providing clear product identification, ensuring safety warnings are available in local languages, and appointing an EU-based Responsible Person if operating outside the EU. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining comprehensive safety documentation, managing product traceability, and preparing for market surveillance.

The document also addresses common scenarios, such as selling second-hand items or products with missing manufacturer information, offering solutions and actionable tips. Through examples from industries like candles, toys, and jewelry, the guide illustrates the practical implications of GPSR compliance. A quick safety checklist provides a summary of key requirements, making this guide an invaluable tool for businesses navigating these new regulations.

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General Product Safety Regulations

This document serves as a comprehensive guide to the General Product Safety Regulations (GPSR), detailing essential compliance requirements for businesses selling consumer products in the EU and Northern Ireland. It covers key aspects such as the types of products subject to the law, mandatory product information, the role of an EU-based Responsible Person, safety documentation, and market surveillance. Designed with small businesses in mind, it offers practical advice, a quick checklist, and examples of product categories like toys and jewellery to illustrate compliance.

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