Most of the trade is subjected to European regulations which require you to meet the same technical requirements « EEC marks » all over Europe. In Germany, numerous standards have remained nonetheless inescapable. Safety of use, reliability, but also eco-friendliness is essential criteria:
- The product certification is optional but it allows you to highlight the quality, the safety or the eco-friendliness of your product. It is a real asset! The safety label « GS », for« Geprüfte Sicherheit » has become a real safety guarantee for consumers.
- Packaging restrictions are costly. According to the German legislation, the collecting and recycling of packaging are compulsory. They are generally carried out by the final client and the cost can nonetheless be transferred on to the supplier through discounts.
- The green label is a major criterion if you wish to stay on the German market for a long time. Moreover it is essential to keep informed about the various distribution networks.
- The choice of a distribution network is a key point. The network must be perfectly targeted at, as some products can be exclusively marketed.
