Type Approval for Germany

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As an EU member state, Germany follows CE marking requirements under the Radio Equipment Directive (RED) and other applicable EU directives. No separate national approval is required.
We assist with documentation and conformity procedures related to EU compliance.
→ Learn more: CE marking service page

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Example label for Germany

Requirements According to EU Directives

Products placed on the German market must comply with the following EU directives. These define the essential requirements for radio performance, electromagnetic compatibility, and electrical safety.

2014/53/EU: Radio Equipment Directive (RED)

Defines essential requirements to ensure efficient and interference-free use of the radio spectrum.
→ Overview of RED Requirements

Radio Testing

2014/30/EU: EMC Directive (EMCD)

Establishes how electromagnetic compatibility must be ensured for electrical equipment.
→ Overview of EMC Requirements

EMC Tests

2014/35/EU: Low Voltage Directive (LVD)

Defines safety requirements and conformity procedures for electrical equipment.
→ Overview of LVD Requirements

Electrical Safety

EU Type Approval for Germany

CE Labeling Process

Testing
01A representative sample is tested in our accredited testing laboratory (ATL)
Preparation
02The technical construction file (TCF) must include a risk assessment
Evaluation
03Issue of the Declaration of Conformity (DoC): If no harmonized standard is applied, a Notified Body (NB) must be involved
Marking
04CE labeling with attention on updates of applied standards

Regulatory News for Germany

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Country Information

General Information about Germany

Germany
Country calling Code
+49
Capital
Berlin
Continent
Europe
Currency
Euro
Country Code ISO 3166-2
DE
Country Code ISO 3166-3
DEU
Alternate Country Names
Federal Republic of Germany, Bundesrepublik Deutschland, Deutschland, Allemagne, Njemačka, Germania, Alemania, Германия, ドイツ, Tyskland, 독일

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Product Scope

Our offers and services may vary depending on the country. Please contact us for specific details.

Automotive

Radar 24 GHz, 64 GHz, 77 GHz, 79 GHz, UWB

Radio key 315 MHz, 433 MHz, 868 MHz

Keyless Go 125 kHz, 13,56 MHz

Tire pressure sensors 125 kHz, 315 MHz, 433 MHz, 868 MHz

Entertainment 2,4 GHz

Industry

Radar 64 GHz, Tank Level, Position radar

Wireless-M-Bus 315 MHz, 433 MHz, 868 MHz

Wireless-CAN-Bus 2.4 GHz

RFID + NFC 125 kHz, 13.56 MHz, 868 MHz

UWB Devices 24 GHz, 60 GHz, 79 GHz

Consumer

WirelessHD 60 GHz

WLAN 2.4GHz, 3 GHz, 5 GHz, 10 GHz

Bluetooth 2.4 GHz

Zigbee 868 MHz, 2.4 GHz

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Market Access for Germany

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