EUförklaring

EUförklaring is a term used in Swedish regulatory language to describe a formal written statement by a manufacturer, importer, or authorized representative that a product, service, or system complies with applicable European Union harmonization laws and standards. The declaration is intended to facilitate market access within the EU and often accompanies evidence of conformity.

Scope and terminology: In practice, EUförklaring is closely related to the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) used across EU member states, and to CE marking. The exact requirements depend on the relevant EU directive or regulation; some directives require a DoC, while others use different conformity assessments. The term is commonly used for manufactured goods, electronics, machinery, and other products subject to harmonized rules.

Content: A typical EUförklaring identifies the manufacturer or authorized representative, the product, the directives or regulations applied, the harmonized standards used for conformity, the conformity assessment procedure, the issuing authority, and the place and date of issue, as well as the responsible signature.

Process and obligations: To issue an EUförklaring, the supplier must assess conformity, compile technical documentation, and ensure ongoing compliance. The declaration is usually issued by the manufacturer or importer and may accompany the product or be kept as part of technical documentation. In many cases the product bears the CE mark and is supported by the DoC; manufacturers must maintain documentation to support the declaration.

Legal context and regional usage: The concept reflects EU internal market rules that require evidence of conformity for many products. The term itself is Swedish; other languages use different terms, such as Declaration of Conformity or EC Declaration of Conformity.

See also: CE marking, Declaration of conformity, Harmonized standards, Conformity assessment, Notified body.