The most important dates and new requirements

For all regulations a certain period is specified between the publication of a new regulation and the applicability of the specific regulation requirements. This transition period ensures sufficient lead-time for the market actors (including manufacturers, importers distributors, and dealers) to adjust their products and product information for compliance without disruptive effects on production and sales.   

During the transition period, manufacturers, importers, and distributors are still allowed to place products on the market, which were manufactured in line with the previous legislation.   

After the transition period, products not in line with the new legislation must no longer be placed on the market. 

Below are two calendars that outline the key dates for the new requirements and the transition period for tumble dryers as an example for future product groups with transition periods.