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GPSR Requirements for Self-Published Authors

Please keep in mind that this is a work in progress. As we get clearer explanations of the requirements, we will update this page. In the meantime, we strive to make this as straightforward as possible for you.

Below is our understanding of the GPSR requirements necessary if you are selling your book in the EU.

GPSR Information Required for Books

  1. Contact information for the “manufacturer” (the GPSR considers the publisher to be the manufacturer)
  2. Contact information for your EU representative (see list below)
  3. A risk assessment of your book when used as intended
  4. Optionally: contact information for the printer

Where to Include GPSR Information

You'll need to include the GPSR information in all three of these locations.

  1. On the copyright page of your book
  2. On a label on the outside of the box of any bulk-shipped books
  3. On the online product page of your book (if you are selling online)

GPSR Template for Books

Here is a template for the information to be put on the copyright page. Fill in your unique information for Manufacturer (Publisher) and Authorized EU Rep, then copy and paste it onto your copyright page.

Manufacturer (Publisher): Your company name, mailing address, and email address

Authorized EU Rep: Your authorized EU representative’s company name, mailing address, and email address

Risk assessment: This book is considered safe. When used as intended, it does not pose any health or safety risk to the consumer. None of the materials used in the manufacture of this book pose any significant health or safety risk to the consumer.

Printer: 48 Hr Books Inc., 1909 Summit Commerce Park, Twinsburg OH 44087, info@48HrBooks.com

As the publisher, you must appoint an authorized EU representative who will act on their behalf in matters of compliance and communication with the regulatory authorities. The first one on our list, EUCompliancePartner.com, advertises prices starting at $300 annually.

But whoever you talk to, since books are considered “low risk”, be sure to let them know that you’re just selling books. They should have significantly less work involved and, therefore, be able to offer a low cost.

Below are a few companies who are qualified to be your authorized EU representative. Simply search for “EU representative GPSR” for dozens more.

EUCompliancePartner.com
AuthorisedRepresentativeService.com
Obelis.net
Certification-Experts.com

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