Here is the latest news on non-food consumer product safety in the EU and in China. To follow the upcoming activities of the SPEAC project, keep an eye on this section!
From September 7th to 10th, the SPEAC team participated in the 20th edition of International Product Safety Week (IPSW) in Brussels, organised by the European
SPEAC is delighted to invite you to join the 2026 International Product Safety Week, taking place in Brussels from 7–10 September 2026. This flagship event
On November 5th, the SPEAC II Final Forum was successfully organised in Guangzhou. The event brought together key stakeholders from the European Union and China,
Product safety is important to ensure the well-being and protection of consumers.
Product safety problems mainly exist with toys, child and baby products, and electrical household items.
Chemical poisoning, choking, electric shock and fire are the most noted risks for consumers.
Everyone in the chain of supply, from the manufacturer, importer, distributor to the retailer has some responsibility to ensure that the critical safety rules are met. However, there is a particular responsibility placed on the manufacturer.
The Safety Gate rapid alert system enables quick exchange of information between EU/EEA member states, the UK and the European Commission about dangerous non-food products posing a risk to health and safety of consumers. By checking this website, you can see what safety problems have been caused by others, helping you avoid making the same mistakes.
Watch the video about the Safety Gate rapid alert system.
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