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Authorised representative in the EU (EC REP)

A rectangular frame split in two: EC on the left and REP on the right. · also called “Authorized representative”, “EC REP”, “EU authorised representative”, “European representative”

What the Authorised representative in the EU (EC REP) symbol means

EU authorised representative

The name and address next to this mark are those of the authorised representative in the European Community / European Union, who acts for a manufacturer based outside the EU. The same frame with another code, such as CH REP, names a representative for another jurisdiction.

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Where it appears

  • ISO 15223-1
    —This meaning

Questions about the Authorised representative in the EU (EC REP) symbol

What does the Authorised representative in the EU (EC REP) symbol mean?
The name and address next to this mark are those of the authorised representative in the European Community / European Union, who acts for a manufacturer based outside the EU. The same frame with another code, such as CH REP, names a representative for another jurisdiction.
What does the Authorised representative in the EU (EC REP) symbol look like?
A rectangular frame split in two: EC on the left and REP on the right. It is also called “Authorized representative”, “EC REP”, “EU authorised representative” and “European representative”.
Which standard defines the Authorised representative in the EU (EC REP) symbol?
It is listed as ISO 15223-1-5.1.2.

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