gpsr compliance checklist: Cross-Border Seller Guide
Updated 2026-08-08
The GPSR (Regulation EU 2023/988) requires all consumer products sold in the EU to be safe and have an EU-based economic operator responsible for product safety. It took effect on December 13, 2024.
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FAQ
Does GPSR apply to Amazon sellers?+
Yes, GPSR applies to all consumer products on the EU market, including those sold via Amazon.
When did GPSR take effect?+
GPSR took effect on December 13, 2024.
What are the penalties for non-compliance?+
Penalties are determined by Member States and can include fines, product recalls, and market withdrawal.
What documentation must I prepare before December 2024 to comply with GPSR?+
Before December 2024, you should prepare: (1) EU responsible person contact details printed on product packaging or included in documentation; (2) product type identification numbers (batch/serial numbers); (3) safety information and warnings in the language of the destination member state; (4) contact details for the manufacturer and EU responsible person on the product or packaging; (5) a product safety file including risk assessment, test reports, and compliance declarations. Marketplaces may request this documentation at any time.
How does GPSR interact with existing CE marking requirements?+
GPSR is a general safety framework that applies to all consumer products, while CE marking applies only to products covered by specific EU harmonization legislation (toys, electronics, medical devices, etc.). GPSR does not replace CE marking — products that require CE marking must still have it. GPSR adds requirements for non-harmonized products (which previously had no specific EU safety legislation) and strengthens the responsible person requirement. A product may need both GPSR compliance and CE marking.
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gpsr compliance checklist: Cross-Border Seller Guide
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EU Responsible Person Under GPSR: Who Qualifies, How to Appoint and What They Must Do
Complete guide to the EU responsible person requirement under GPSR (Regulation 2023/988). Covers who can serve as responsible person, how non-EU sellers appoint one, labelling requirements, fees, and what happens if you do not have one. Amazon FBA sellers included.