CE Mark Testing

CE testing verifies that a product meets European Union directives and regulations and is suitable for application of the CE-Mark. EU directives and regulations include electrical safety (Low-Voltage Directive), electromagnetic compatibility (EMC Directive), machinery (Machinery Regulation) and wireless devices (Radio Equipment Directive). Products to be sold in the EU must comply with the appropriate EN standards (European Norms) which show they meet the applicable directives and regulations before they can legally bear the CE Mark and enter the European market.

The path to the CE-Mark for most products is the CE Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity (CE DoC) process in which an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory, such as GME, tests the product for compliance with the applicable EN standards and issues compliant reports to the manufacturer. The manufacturer then issues the CE DoC based on successful test results, applies the CE-Mark to the product, and ships it to the EU. This streamlined process applies to items such as measurement, control and laboratory equipment. Multimedia equipment, machines and devices incorporating CE approved radio modules can also use this path.

A small number of products, such as new radio designs and dangerous equipment, cannot use the CE DoC process and manufacturers must have their product tested and certified by an EU Notified Body.

Timelines depend on product complexity, applicable standards, and design readiness.

Typical project durations range from:

• 1–2 weeks for straightforward EMC and Safety testing

• 3–6+ weeks for complex or multi-standard compliance projects including Cybersecurity

Costs vary depending on:

• Applicable standards and directives

• Product complexity

• Required test scope

• Number of configurations

• Need for pre-compliance testing

We provide clear, project-based quotations after reviewing your product specifications and intended markets. That being said, projects can range on average between $3,000 - $10,000.

EMC testing is required for most electronic and electrical products, including:

• Consumer electronics

• Industrial equipment and machinery

• Medical devices

• Automotive electronics

• Wireless and IoT devices

• Laboratory and scientific equipment

• Measurement and control equipment

If your product contains switching electronics, digital circuitry, wireless modules, or power conversion components, EMC compliance is typically required.

Yes. GME has decades of experience helping manufacturers meet standards. Design iteration and troubleshooting are common parts of the compliance process. We work closely with engineering teams to identify root causes of non-compliance and recommend corrective actions to help you pass testing efficiently.

CE Marking is used to show that a product complies with applicable EU directives and regulations. Depending on the product, this can require EMC, Safety & Cybersecurity testing, inspection and technical documentation.

FCC Certification by a Telecommunication Certification Body (TCB) is a formal authorization process only required for electronic devices that emit RF energy intentionally. A TCB will assign an FCCID to a certified product before it is marketed or sold in the U.S.

If you plan to sell your product in both the European Union and the United States, you will likely require both CE and FCC compliance. Each market has its own regulatory framework and testing requirements which GME will be happy to help you navigate.

A non-CE compliant product cannot be shipped to the EU. If a product cannot demonstrate conformity with applicable EU directives, it may be detained or denied entry at EU customs. Authorities will review your CE DoC and can request your Technical Documentation to verify compliance.

If non-compliance is identified — either at import or through market surveillance — consequences may include shipment holds, product recalls, fines, or removal from the EU market.

GME helps manufacturers avoid this situation with thorough structured testing and complete technical documentation support.