NIST SP 951
A Guide to EU Standards and Conformity Assessment

The CE mark does not disclose which directive(s) or standards apply to the product, nor will it indicate the method of conformity assessment used to bring the product into compliance. This information is provided by other accompanying documents, such as the Declaration of Conformity.

Who Affixes the CE Mark

The Manufacturer or the Authorized Representative affixes the CE marking to the product. It is not affixed by a Notified Body. The CE mark, consisting of the initials "CE," and appearing as follows,

Figure 1. "CE" logo

must be affixed to the product, to its data plate or, where this is not possible, to its packaging. Instructions for the graphic design are contained in Annexes to the Directives and in Directive 93/68/EEC, known as the "CE Marking Directive." The CE marking must be affixed visibly, legibly, and indelibly. Where special provisions do not impose specific dimensions, the CE marking must have a height of at least 5 millimeters.

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Technology Services, Standards Services Division, Global Standards and Information Group Contact: maureen.breitenberg@nist.gov A Guide to EU Standards and Conformity Assessment, NIST SP 951

Date Created: 05/31/00 Last Modified: 05/31/00