CEFormelwert

CEFormelwert is a term found in some German-language technical writings to describe the numerical value obtained from a predefined formula used in conformity assessment for the CE mark. The name combines CE, standing for Conformité Européenne, and Formelwert, meaning “formula value.” In practice, the term is not part of a single universal standard, but appears as shorthand in product documentation, testing protocols, and regulatory discussions to summarize the outcome of a calculated criterion.

Calculation and interpretation are the core aspects of the concept. A CEFormelwert is produced by substituting measured or specified parameter values into a formula that expresses a compliance criterion, performance threshold, or safety margin. The resulting value may be dimensionless or carry units, depending on the formula and the standard involved. The exact formula, its input parameters, and the rounding or tolerance rules are defined in the applicable standard or test protocol, and the CEFormelwert is typically used to decide whether a product meets the requirements for CE marking.

Applications include reporting of test results, risk assessments, and labeling decisions in manufacturers’ documentation and conformity assessment reports. Because the term is not universally standardized, its meaning can vary between disciplines, such as electrical safety, mechanical performance, or emissions.

See also: CE marking, conformity assessment, risk assessment, standard test protocol.