A TV such as this one would need a CE marking to be sold in most of Europe.
You have probably seen the distinctive "CE" logo somewhere on the packaging for a product you have purchased. It is a requirement for certain products sold in some European countries, but a lot of people still take it for granted and are not sure what it means.
Definition
"CE" stands for "Conformit Europ enne," which is French for "European Conformity." It attests that the product to which it is affixed has met certain safety and environmental standards. This assures consumers the product they are purchasing will be safe and can be enjoyed worry-free.
Participants
Twenty-seven countries use the CE marking. These include: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom. If a product is to be legally marketed in any of these countries, it must be branded with the CE mark. This pertains to products manufactured outside Europe but meant for sale there as well.
Usage
There is no list of specific products requiring the CE certification. It is up to manufacturers to determine if their product falls into one of a variety of certification guidelines. These guidelines are determined by a number of directives established by the European Economic Area and include items such as low-voltage electronics, toys and Class 1 medical devices. In these instances, the manufacturer can determine to self-affix the CE mark. For higher-risk devices such as those that burn gas or have some sort of potential for explosive behavior, the manufacturer cannot self-certify and must submit their product to a government-approved testing laboratory. Once approved, the item can affix the CE logo and be sent off for marketing and purchase.
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