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Export to the USA: FCC, UL/NRTL and CPSC
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.
Japan PSE Mark and DENAN Act: A Guide for Turkish Manufacturers Exporting Electrical Products
The first requirement faced by Turkish manufacturers exporting electrical and electronic products to Japan is the PSE mark. This article objectively explains the two product categories under the DENAN Act, the difference between diamond and round PSE marks, the notification of business to METI, and what the process means for the exporter.
CLP Revision (EU) 2024/2865: A New Era in Chemical Classification, Labelling and Packaging
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.
UKCA Marking and UK Compliance: A Simplified Guide for Exporters
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.
List of Those Whose Periodic Inspection Authority Has Been Suspended
Article 14/A, paragraph 6 of the Regulation on Health and Safety Conditions in the Use of Work Equipment states: “The conditions set forth in this article are in accordance with Article 24 of Law No. 6331…”
ISO/IEC 17020:2026 Published: What Has Changed for Inspection Bodies?
The fundamental standard ISO/IEC 17020, which defines the competence and impartiality of inspection bodies, has been updated with its third edition. Published in March 2026, ISO/IEC 17020:2026 is an upgrade from the 2012 standard…