Import Tools from China: CE, PPE & Machinery Directive Legally
Tools fall under CE, Machinery Directive and possibly PPE. Import4u handles conformity, lab tests and customs.
Free conformity consultingConformity Requirements for Tools
CE Marking
For electrical and machine tools.
Machinery Directive
2006/42/EC for power tools.
PPE
For protective tools (categories I-III).
REACH
SVHC and hazardous substances.
Factory Audit
Supplier check.
Packaging/LUCID
LUCID packaging register mandatory.
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EU Directives for Tools
CE
product-specificFor electrical/machine tools.
Machinery Directive
2006/42/ECFor power tools.
PPE
EU 2016/425For protective tools.
REACH
EC 1907/2006MandatorySVHC, hazardous substances.
Tool Import in 6 Steps
Product Analysis
Which directives apply? CE, PPE, Machinery?
Supplier Check
Does the supplier have test reports and certificates?
Lab Tests
Mechanics, REACH, PPE tests if applicable.
Conformity Assessment
CE/PPE marking, documentation.
Packaging & LUCID
LUCID registration.
Customs & Import
HS code, customs declaration and delivery.
How We Secure Your Tool Imports
CE/PPE
Conformity for protective tools.
Machinery Directive
For power tools.
REACH Analysis
SVHC, substances.
Factory Audit
Supplier check.
LUCID
Packaging registration.
PPE Tests
Protection performance per standard.
Why Professional Conformity Assessment
No liability
Protection against product liability and accidents.
Market approval
Conform tools may be legally sold.
No fines
LUCID prevents fines.
Fast tests
Accepted reports accelerate market access.
How to Start
Product analysis
Which directives apply?
Supplier check
Does the supplier have certificates?
Lab tests
REACH and mechanics.
CE & Import
CE/PPE, LUCID, customs and delivery.
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Which directives apply to tools?
CE for electrical/machine tools, Machinery Directive for power tools, PPE for protective tools, REACH.
What does conformity cost?
REACH from €300, PPE tests from €800. Fixed-price quote after analysis.
When do I need PPE?
For protective tools like cut-resistant gloves or safety glasses (categories I-III).
Do I need LUCID?
Yes, for all packaging in Germany.
Does customs accept Chinese test reports?
Only recognized labs (ISO 17025). Import4u uses accredited labs.
How long does conformity take?
Approx. 4-8 weeks.