The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is launching the “US Cyber Trust Mark” program, a voluntary cybersecurity label for consumer IoT devices. This mark, consisting of a logo and QR code, is based on the NIST IR 8425 core criteria. We will objectively examine what the program is, how it works, and why it is important for Turkish manufacturers selling smart home and IoT products to the U.S. market.
UFLPA requires importers to prove with 'clear and convincing evidence' that goods entering the U.S. were not produced in China's Xinjiang region or by companies on the Entity List. For Turkish producers using Chinese-origin cotton, polysilicon, or other intermediate goods, supply chain traceability is now a prerequisite for access to the U.S. market.
The EU has updated its framework regulating construction materials after 13 years. The new CPR (EU) 2024/3110 adds an environmental and climate dimension to the declaration of performance, introduces the Digital Product Passport, and foresees a multi-stage transition extending from the old 305/2011 until 2040. What is changing for Turkish cement, insulation, glass, steel, and ceramics exporters?
The EU has radically revised Regulation (EU) 2024/2865 on the classification, labelling, and packaging of chemicals (CLP). The innovations, ranging from online sales and advertising to minimum font sizes and digital labeling, and the transition timetable extended to January 1, 2028 (Regulation 2025/2439), directly affect Turkish manufacturers exporting chemicals or chemical-containing products to the EU.
Connected devices, software, and embedded systems are now subject to cybersecurity requirements in the EU. We explain who the CRA covers, what obligations it imposes, and the critical deadlines for Turkish exporters.
The EU Artificial Intelligence Act (EU) 2024/1689 is the world's first comprehensive AI framework, regulating artificial intelligence in four tiers according to risk level. This article objectively explains the phased timeline, particularly in terms of machine learning and AI components embedded in products, and its practical implications for Turkish manufacturers exporting to the EU market.
The European Union has brought together the entire lifecycle of batteries and accumulators into a single regulation. As of February 18, 2027, a Digital Battery Passport will become mandatory for certain batteries. Turkish manufacturers shipping products to the EU market need to be aware of this timeline today.
The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) makes the introduction of certain commodities and derivative products to the EU market conditional on proof that they did not cause deforestation after December 31, 2020. This article discusses the updated implementation dates following the postponement, the products covered, and the concrete preparatory steps that Turkish exporters need to take.
The Eurasian Economic Union’s EAC mark and China’s CCC (3C) certification are mandatory conformity systems that open the door to two major markets. Although they appear similar to CE, their certification logic is distinctly different. This article summarizes the scope, technical regulations, process differences, and critical deadlines for Turkish manufacturers of both systems.
We explain in simple terms the abbreviations SASO, SABER, PCoC, SCoC, G-Mark, GSO, ECAS, and EQM that you may encounter when exporting to Saudi Arabia and the Gulf; which document is required at which border crossing; and where Turkish manufacturers should start.
The "I'll put CE on it based on my own declaration" logic you're used to in the EU doesn't work in the US. Instead of a single unified mark, the US employs different federal agencies (FCC, CPSC, FDA) depending on the product type, largely independent laboratory testing, and a strong layer of private law (Prop 65, product liability). This article explains the three main avenues—FCC, UL/NRTL, and CPSC—plus the FDA and Prop 65 in a simple and verified way.
The post-Brexit expectation that "every product will now require UKCA" largely did not materialize. The UK, through its 2024 regulation, continues to recognize the CE mark indefinitely for many product categories. This article explains when UKCA is truly required, which dates are binding, and what UK REACH means for exporters.
The EU has retired Directive 94/62/EC, which had been in effect for over thirty years: PPWR (Regulation (EU) 2025/40), effective August 12, 2026, brings packaging under a single, binding framework from design to waste. Here is the scope, key obligations and critical deadlines.
The European Union has established a new framework regulating the entire product lifecycle, from durability to recyclability: the Ecodesign Regulation (ESPR) and its most visible tool, the Digital Product Passport (DPP). We explain the scope, obligations, and verified timetable of this regulation, which concerns every manufacturer supplying products to the EU market – regardless of their place of manufacture.
The EU's Carbon Price Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which applies carbon pricing to carbon-intensive imports, entered its definitive phase on January 1, 2026. What changes are there for Turkish producers exporting iron and steel, aluminum, cement, fertilizers, electricity, and hydrogen? Which dates should they pay attention to, and how can they prepare?
The European Union is repealing the Machinery Directive 2006 (2006/42/EC), a cornerstone of machine safety. Its replacement, Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230, will come into effect on January 20, 2027, and introduces entirely new obligations for machines with digital documentation, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. For Turkish manufacturers exporting machinery to the EU, this is a structural, not just a formal, change.
EPREL is the EU's mandatory central registration database for energy-labeled products ((EU) 2017/1369). We have summarized who needs to register, which products are covered, and what happens if registration is not completed.
Learn about the Construction Products Regulation (CPR 305/2011), the importance of CE marking on construction products, and the obligations of manufacturers, importers, and distributors. Explore conformity assessment processes with TÜRKAK-accredited AES Innovation.
Discover the fundamental principles, obligations, and relationship of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations in Construction Works to electrical safety. Achieve compliance with AES Innovation.
What is the WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive (2012/19/EU), its scope, obligations and importance for businesses? Compliance and safety with AES Innovation.
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