EU Import Regulations Every Sofa Buyer Should Know

Furniture entering the EU must meet the General Product Safety Regulation and carry CE marking where applicable. Upholstered items are additionally governed by flame-retardancy and chemical rules.

REACH restricts substances like certain azo dyes and heavy metals; the EU's formaldehyde limits (via the Construction Products Regulation and national rules) cap off-gassing from boards and foams. Specifying certified fabrics and low-emission boards upfront avoids costly border holds.

We supply test reports and material declarations with every shipment, and can pre-screen a new programme against the destination market's current requirements.