UKCA Experts
European Authorised Representative and Product Compliance Services
UKCA Experts is part of Certification Experts and, in addition to providing UK AR and UKRP services for European businesses, also offers specific services tailored to UK businesses. Based in the UK, UKCA Experts Ltd. collaborates with its European parent company to provide European Authorised Representative and Product Compliance Services.
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Trust UKCA Experts to be your UK Business Partner
Post-Brexit Trade: Why UK Exporters Need European Authorised Representatives
As of January 1st 2021, the United Kingdom left the European Union, and new trade and cooperation agreements came into effect. Following the United Kingdom’s departure, various EU trading conventions were withdrawn and the UK became regarded as a third-world country to the European Union market. This means that UK exporters to the EU now require a European based entity who represents them in the European Union market. This can be either an importer, or a dedicated European Authorised Representative (EAR) company.
Appointing a dedicated EAR company – such as AR Experts, a company of which UKCA Experts is a subsidiary, is the most desirable and recommended option in order to facilitate the exportation of various products to the European Union (EU) for a variety of reasons.
Reasons to appoint UKCA Experts as your dedicated EAR company:
The European Union has specific Regulations and Directives that govern the safety and performance of various products. To ensure compliance with these regulations, a UK exporter needs to have a representative within the European Union who can liaise with the relevant authorities and ensure that their products meet European standards.
UKCA Experts serves as a point of contact between a UK company and its European competent authorities, such as national market surveillance authorities. In the event of any regulatory inquiries, audits, or requests for information, having UKCA Experts as your Authorised Representative in the EU, can facilitate communication and ensure a smoother process.
Appointing UKCA Experts as your EAR helps a UK exporter maintain a presence in the European Union and navigate the regulatory landscape effectively. UKCA Experts assumes responsibility for keeping the required technical documentation, including the Declaration of Conformity and product information, readily available for inspection by national, federal authorities within the European Union.
By appointing UKCA Experts as an EAR, you can transfer certain responsibilities to the us as your Authorised Representative. This can be particularly helpful in managing legal and regulatory requirements associated with the European Union market.
Appointing UKCA Experts will enhance your credibility in the European market, promoting expertise and growth. It signals to customers, distributors, and regulatory authorities that a UK exporter is committed to comply with European regulations and standards.
Is an Authorised Representative mandatory for UK Exporters?
While appointing an EAR is not mandatory for all products, it is often considered a practical and strategic choice when a UK exporter looks for continuation or expansion in the European Union market. It helps streamline regulatory processes and ensures that products meet the necessary standards for sale within the European Union. Careful review of a company’s product type and specific situation should be given. UKCA Experts has experts on hand that can provide advice at any stage.
For products that fall within the General Product Safety Directive (GPSD) an EU Authorised Representative is not mandatory, but highly recommended. E-commerce platforms are likely servicesto demand from you to appoint an EU AR, as the new GPSD states that they are responsible for potential hazards as well, and appointing an authorised representative would relieve them from these obligations.
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What is the procedure for UKCA Experts to become your EU Representative?
When you’ve decided to utilize our EU Authorised Representative services, we kick off the process by gathering the necessary technical documentation, a crucial step to initiate the technical file review. This enables us to potentially furnish you with the Authorised Representative agreement within just 24 hours. Upon signing the AR agreement, you’ll promptly receive an AR certificate, formally designating us as your European Authorised Representative.
It’s important to note that once the mandate is signed, the designated tasks are officially delegated to the European Authorised Representative, who will handle them going forward. This relieves the manufacturer of those responsibilities, as they are now outsourced to us.
AR Experts also provide the following Authorised Representation services:
- EU Authorised Representation
- EC Rep for Medical Devices
A few product groups are not within our EU Authorised Representative services, among which: food, medicines, cosmetics, and chemicals. These products are subjected to different rules, which are not explained here.
Other services UKCA Experts can provide to UK businesses
For UK businesses, UKCA Experts offers more than just the Authorised Representation in Europe, the EU Authorised Representative, and the EC Rep. We also provide services for the entire EU compliance process. This includes the complete CE marking process for various products, compiling Technical Files, conducting risk assessments, and issuing declarations. Additionally, we have a dedicated Medical Devices team that can support companies within the medical devices supply chain with tasks such as MDR compliance, QMS ISO 13485, Technical File Templates, QMS documentation, Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs), and other MDR and QMS-related services. Our team is committed to ensuring that your products meet all regulatory requirements for market access in the EU.
Check out the services UKCA Experts offers:
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