Cooperation between market surveillance and customs
Last updated:
2025-11-26
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DEFINITION
Cooperation between market surveillance and customs authorities ensures that non-compliant or hazardous products are prevented from entering the EU single market at its external borders. Customs authorities collaborate with market surveillance authorities to carry out targeted controls and implement necessary measures.
DeclarationCooperation between market surveillance and customs
The legal basis is the EU market surveillance framework, under which customs authorities suspend release in cases of suspicion, exchange information, and the market surveillance authority makes decisions regarding release, refusal, or enforcement measures. Special procedures apply to mail order and online supply.
Economic operators should ensure correct markings, CE compliance certificates, and accompanying documents are available for customs clearance, and designate contact persons for authorities. Data consistency between customs documentation, product labelling, and technical documentation minimises delays and risks.
Key Points
- Information exchange, stop/release decisions.
- Relevance for import processes and supplier management.
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