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The General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR)

The General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), effective from December 13, 2024, aims to ensure that products sold in the European Union (EU) and Northern Ireland (NI) meet stringent safety standards. This regulation applies to both new and second-hand products, requiring sellers to provide detailed product safety information. Key requirements include displaying the manufacturer’s name and contact information, or if the manufacturer is outside the EU or NI, the details of an EU-based Responsible Person.

Sellers must also include relevant product information such as model numbers, pictures, and safety warnings in the local language.

For eBay sellers, this means updating listings to comply with these new requirements. eBay has introduced new functionalities to help sellers add the necessary information to their listings. This includes tools for bulk updating and step-by-step instructions for adding manufacturer and Responsible Person details.

Compliance with the GPSR will not only ensure that sellers can continue to operate in the EU and NI markets but also help build trust with buyers by demonstrating a commitment to product safety.

To help sellers comply with the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), eBay has introduced several new functionalities:

1. Bulk Update Tools: Sellers can now add manufacturer and Responsible Person details to multiple listings at once. This feature streamlines the process, making it easier to ensure all listings meet the new requirements
2. Step-by-Step Instructions: eBay provides detailed guides on how to add necessary information to listings. This includes instructions for uploading product safety information and documents, ensuring sellers can easily comply with the regulation
3. API Updates: eBay has updated its APIs to support all GPSR requirements, allowing developers to integrate these changes into their systems seamlessly.

These tools and resources are designed to help sellers navigate the new regulations efficiently, ensuring their products remain available in the EU and NI markets.

At Optiseller, we can help you prepare and implement for General Product Safety Regulation - if you have any questions or would like to chat get in touch today!