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What is CE marking?

Definition

CE marking means: CE marking is the visible mark by which a product or system declares conformity with applicable EU requirements before being placed on the market. Source: EUR-Lex: Artificial Intelligence Act and 1 other official source.

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Why it matters

Where EU product or AI rules require it, CE marking is the market-access signal that conformity obligations have been addressed.

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What is CE marking?

CE marking is the visible mark by which a product or system declares conformity with applicable EU requirements before being placed on the market.

Why does CE marking matter in EU policy?

Where EU product or AI rules require it, CE marking is the market-access signal that conformity obligations have been addressed.

Where can I verify the definition of CE marking?

Lex cites EUR-Lex: Artificial Intelligence Act; EUR-Lex glossary of summaries for this definition and links the source records on this page.

Official sources

Definitions are short paraphrases of official records, not legal advice. For binding text, use the linked EUR-Lex act, Official Journal or EU institution page.

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