CE marking is mandatory for construction products covered by harmonised European standards or European Technical Assessments. Understanding the requirements and process is essential for manufacturers seeking to sell in the European market.
CE Marking Under the CPR
The revised Construction Products Regulation (EU) 2024/3110 (CPR 2024) establishes harmonised conditions for marketing construction products. CE marking indicates that a product has been assessed according to the applicable harmonised technical specification.
The Declaration of Performance
Before affixing CE marking, manufacturers must draw up a Declaration of Performance (DoP). This document includes:
- Product identification and intended use
- Declared performance values for essential characteristics
- Reference to the applicable technical specification
- AVCP system applied and notified body details
Assessment and Verification Systems
The CPR defines several AVCP systems (1+, 1, 2+, 3, 4), each specifying the role of manufacturers and notified bodies. The applicable system depends on the product and its intended use.
Role of Accredited Certification Bodies
For AVCP systems 1+, 1, 2+, and 3, involvement of an accredited certification body is required. As an ISO 17065 accredited body, Amstelfy provides:
- Factory production control certification (Systems 1+, 1, 2+)
- Type testing (Systems 1+, 1, 3)
- Audit testing (System 1+)
Getting CE Marked
Our team guides manufacturers through every step of the CE marking process, from initial assessment to ongoing surveillance. Contact us to start your certification journey.
