UKCA Marking Guide
UKCA (UK Conformity Assessed) marking is required for products placed on the market in Great Britain. This post-Brexit marking replaces CE marking for the UK market.
What is UKCA Marking?
UKCA marking is the UK's product marking for goods being placed on the market in Great Britain (England, Wales, and Scotland). It covers most products that previously required CE marking.
Following Brexit, the UK established its own conformity assessment system. Products must now meet UK-specific technical requirements and be assessed by UK Approved Bodies where third-party assessment is required.
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Great Britain (England, Wales, Scotland) for products covered by legislation requiring UKCA marking.
Northern Ireland
Uses CE marking (or CE + UKNI for UK-assessed products) under the Windsor Framework. UKCA alone is not valid.
Selling into the UK market?
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Check Your UKCA RequirementsCE Marking vs UKCA Marking
| Aspect | CE | UKCA |
|---|---|---|
| Territory | European Economic Area (EU + EFTA) | Great Britain (England, Wales, Scotland) |
| Northern Ireland | Required | Not applicable (use CE/UKNI) |
| Legislation | EU Directives & Regulations | UK Statutory Instruments |
| Assessment Bodies | EU Notified Bodies | UK Approved Bodies |
| Representative | EU Authorized Representative | UK Responsible Person |
| Documentation Language | Language of destination country | English |
UKCA Marking Requirements
- Identify applicable UK regulations for your product
- Determine if a UK Approved Body assessment is required
- Perform conformity assessment procedures
- Compile technical documentation
- Create UK Declaration of Conformity
- Affix UKCA marking to product
- Appoint UK Responsible Person (if non-UK manufacturer)
UK Responsible Person
Required for Non-UK Manufacturers
Manufacturers established outside the UK must appoint a UK Responsible Person before placing products on the GB market.
UK Responsible Person Duties:
- Keep UK Declaration of Conformity for 10 years
- Maintain technical documentation
- Provide documentation to authorities on request
- Cooperate with market surveillance authorities
- Inform manufacturer of non-compliance issues
- End relationship if manufacturer doesn't comply
Frequently Asked Questions
Selling in Both Markets?
Products sold in both the EU and GB markets may need dual marking (CE + UKCA). Each marking requires its own conformity assessment and documentation. SellSafe can help you understand requirements for both markets.
Related Regulations & Resources
General Product Safety Regulation for all consumer products in the EU.
Mandatory conformity marking for products sold in the EU/EEA market.
In-depth compliance guide with step-by-step implementation checklist.
Understand the key differences between CE and UKCA marking requirements.
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