CE Marking for Construction Products

General Definition: What is CE Marking?

CE marking stands for Conformité Européenne (French for "European Conformity") and symbolizes that a product complies with the applicable requirements set by the European Union for manufacturers. CE marking is not a quality seal or test mark.

Who Decides on CE Marking?

Manufacturers can apply CE marking to their products themselves. If a four-digit number follows this marking, it indicates a notified body – however, products are only tested by independent testing and certification bodies in exceptional cases.

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CE Marking for Construction Products

CE marking for construction products differs from standard CE marking. It defines the safety of construction products and is subject to strict testing. These conditions are outlined in a guideline in the Construction Products Regulation that has been in effect since 2013. CE marking shows all the important properties of the construction product, such as its intended use.

Construction contractors must verify that the construction products meet CE marking requirements and are approved in Germany, as regulations vary by location. When a manufacturer applies CE marking to a product, they assume responsibility.

Declaration of Performance for Construction Products

All products bearing CE marking must be distributed or supplied with a declaration of performance. Through this declaration, the manufacturer guarantees the product's stated properties. The declaration of performance also includes the year of CE marking.

Why is CE Marking Important?

Construction products with CE marking are approved for trading in Europe. CE marking for construction products shows clear differences from marking in other economic sectors (see above).

Since 1995, CE marking has been mandatory for many machines – including construction machines. Selling, renting, and using non-CE-compliant construction equipment can be dangerous and costly. In the event of accidents, neither insurance coverage nor workers' compensation applies. In the worst case, fines and liability can result for whoever puts the machine into service.