There is one exception: a member state may have a prior authorisation procedure. This procedure must however be of public interest, recognised by EU-law and must also be proportionate and non-discriminatory.
What does is mean for companies selling goods in the EU?
1. Companies must be able to proof that their goods are legally marketed in country A;
2. Declare compliance with the nationals requirements of Member State A;
3. Legally sell in Member State A;
4. Draw-up the Mutual Recognition Declaration
—> Start selling in Member State ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’, etc.
Recently Caspar ter Horst organised a Compliance Tuesday on the Mutual Recognition Declaration.
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