Wi-Fi routers, Bluetooth earbuds, smart plugs, GPS trackers, RFID readers: anything that sends or receives radio waves falls under the EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU (RED). It combines safety, EMC and spectrum rules in one law. Since 1 August 2025, connected devices must also meet cybersecurity requirements. PCN plans your radio, EMC, safety and cyber testing as one programme.
| Art. 3.1(a) | Health and safety, including RF exposure (EN 62368-1, EN 62311 / EN 62479 / EN 50566) |
|---|---|
| Art. 3.1(b) | EMC (EN 301 489 series) |
| Art. 3.2 | Efficient use of radio spectrum (e.g. EN 300 328, EN 301 893, EN 300 220) |
| Art. 3.3 cybersecurity | Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/30, harmonised standards EN 18031-1/-2/-3 |
| Notified Body | Required where harmonised standards are not fully applied or are published with restrictions |
| Common charger | USB-C for phones, tablets, earbuds and speakers from 28 December 2024; laptops from 28 April 2026 |
Good news: much of the design data and some test setups carry over. EU limits and ETSI methods still need their own testing, but PCN plans it around what you already have, whether that’s WPC-ETA, TEC or FCC data, so you avoid paying twice.
No, although it helps. The finished product still needs assessment for EMC, safety, RF exposure and, where applicable, cybersecurity.
Internet-connected radio equipment, toys with radio, and wearables that process personal data, among others, from 1 August 2025.
Yes. GNSS receivers and broadcast receivers fall under RED.
Typically 3–6 weeks for self-declared products, longer when a Notified Body is involved.
Requirements, portals and fees change often. PCN confirms the applicable rules for each product before quoting. Certificates are issued by the relevant authority, accredited certification body or notified body.
Send your product name, HS code and destination. Our Delhi team will confirm the route, testing and timeline within 48 hours.
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