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CE marking is mandatory for PPE safety workwear entering the EU market under Regulation (EU) 2016/425. It confirms compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. Manufacturers and buyers must understand risk categories, required EN standards, and verification methods to ensure compliance and worker safety.
Category I (Low Risk): Basic hazards, self-declaration only (e.g., light cleaning uniforms).
Category II (Medium Risk): Non-life-threatening hazards, NB approval required (e.g., FR workwear, high-visibility vests).
Category III (High Risk): Fatal or irreversible risks, strict NB oversight (e.g., chemical suits, arc flash protection).
EN ISO 13688: General requirements (design, labeling, durability).
EN ISO 11612: Flame-resistant workwear.
EN ISO 20471: High-visibility clothing.
EN 1149: Anti-static clothing.
EN 13034/14605: Chemical protection.
EN 343: Waterproof clothing.
EN 342: Cold protection.
IEC 61482: Arc flash protection.
Correct risk classification (I/II/III).
Compliance verified via ISO 17025 labs.
Valid CE mark and labeling with NB ID, standards, size, and care info.
Complete technical documentation & EU Declaration of Conformity.
EU-based Authorized Representative for non-EU manufacturers.
Check CE mark and NB number.
Confirm NB authorization on NANDO database.
Validate EU DoC and test reports.
Ensure batch traceability for production consistency.
CE certification is essential for PPE safety workwear in the EU. Understanding risk categories, mandatory standards, export requirements, and verification ensures compliance, protects workers, and maintains brand credibility. Partner with accredited NBs and labs to avoid non-compliance.
DOMEX focuses on the design and innovation of special protective clothing, and is deeply involved in core protective technologies such as flame resistance and anti-static properties. We provide safe and reliable professional protective solutions for the industrial, power, petroleum and chemical industries, and are committed to becoming a globally trusted protective brand.
