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GPSR checklist for bicycle helmets

12 requirements always apply to bicycle helmets. 2 more depend on the product — answer the questions below to see which apply to yours.

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Is the manufacturer established outside the EU?
If yes, an economic operator in the EU is required (importer, authorised representative or fulfilment service provider).
Is the product sold through a webshop or marketplace (e.g. Amazon)?
GPSR Art. 19 sets out what the product listing must show.
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Always applies

  • Accident reporting procedure GPSR Art. 20
  • Description of the helmet and its intended use (EU) 2016/425 Annex III(a)
  • Risk assessment (EU) 2016/425 Annex III(b)
  • EU type-examination certificate from a notified body (Module B) (EU) 2016/425 Art. 19(b), Annex V point 6.1
  • EN 1078 test report (EU) 2016/425 Art. 14; Implementing Decision (EU) 2023/941
  • Conformity to type — internal production control (Module C) (EU) 2016/425 Art. 19(b), Annex VI
  • Instructions according to Annex II point 1.4 (EU) 2016/425 Art. 8(7), Annex II point 1.4
  • EU declaration of conformity (EU) 2016/425 Art. 15, Annex IX
  • CE marking (EU) 2016/425 Art. 17
  • Manufacturer name and postal address (EU) 2016/425 Art. 8(6)
  • Product identification (type, batch or serial number) (EU) 2016/425 Art. 8(5)
  • Marking according to EN 1078 EN 1078:2012+A1:2012 (marking)

Depends on the product

  • Economic operator in the EU — Applies if “Is the manufacturer established outside the EU?” Yes
  • Product listing with mandatory information — Applies if “Is the product sold through a webshop or marketplace (e.g. Amazon)?” Yes

Reviewed by an expert. Rule set version 2, last reviewed 2026-10-10. This page helps you find gaps and does not replace an assessment by an expert or test laboratory.