Since EU legal requirements are respected all over the world, after the product has successfully obtained EU compliance, other world markets can request a free sale certificate. Often referred to as free trade certificate, free trade certificate, etc.; this certificate can be obtained from the competent EU authorities for products that are fully compliant, to facilitate access to their own global markets.

You may need a free-sale certificate (CFS) if you export food products, non-food products, animal feed or medical devices to non-EU/non-EEA countries. This applies among others to:

• food
• non-food products
• animal feed
• medical devices
• pharmaceutical products
• crop protection agents
• biocides

To receive a free sale certificate: 

• The product must properly comply with applicable EU requirements (technical file or PIF, registration, testing, etc.)
• The manufacturer must appoint a European Authorized Representative E.A.R.  or EU Responsible Person to ensure continued compliance