European Union EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (DoC) is a document issued by the manufacturer or an authorized representative within the EU to declare that the product complies with all applicable EU regulations and directive requirements. This declaration is typically one of the legal requirements for placing a product on the EU market, especially for products that require the CE marking. By issuing the DoC, the manufacturer acknowledges and ensures that their product complies with all relevant EU health, safety, and environmental protection legislation. These legislations may include the Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive, Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive), etc. The DoC must contain the following information:
- a description and identification code of the product (such as model, name, etc.).
- The name and address of the manufacturer and (if applicable) their authorized representative.
- A list of referenced directives and standards.
- Where necessary, information on the third-party testing body (notified body) and the certificates they issued.
- The signature and date of the manufacturer or their authorized representative.