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EU product law
is getting harder.

Evidence · Compliance · Clarity

EU product regulations are expanding across every category. CEvidence helps companies of any size understand what applies to their products, who is responsible, and what documentation holds up in practice.

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“CEvidence stands for See Evidence — transparent proof at every step of the compliance process.”

Three problems many companies face

01

Regulations change faster than internal teams can follow

ESPR, PPWR, BWBR and other frameworks have introduced new obligations across almost every product category. Keeping up requires continuous monitoring, and most companies do not have that capacity in house.

02

Responsibilities are often unclear across the supply chain

Under current EU law, obligations extend to manufacturers, importers, distributors, and other economic operators. Inside companies, it is often unclear who must provide, review, and document which information, and at what stage.

03

Documentation often does not withstand scrutiny

Evidence scattered across email threads, shared drives and supplier portals is not the same as a structured, traceable compliance record. The difference matters when market surveillance authorities ask questions.

What CEvidence does

Four areas of work focus on making compliance clear, traceable, and manageable for companies that are building or strengthening their internal compliance capabilities.

Regulatory Analysis and Advisory
CEvidence clarifies which legislation applies to a specific product, in which markets, and under which roles, such as manufacturer, importer, distributor, or authorised representative. This also includes the grey areas that most summaries leave out.
Technical Documentation and CE Marking
Thomas Frank structures technical files, declarations of conformity, and supporting evidence so they reflect the actual product and process reality. The goal is not a formal checklist, but documentation that can withstand scrutiny.
Compliance Platform Integration
CEvidence supports the setup and integration of a product compliance management system, including supplier delegation, workflow design, and the development of an evidence chain that works in practice.
Supply Chain Transparency
CEvidence helps companies collect, validate, and organise supplier data on materials, substances of concern, origin, and regulatory obligations. The objective is to ensure products are safe, sustainable, and market-ready, and that the supporting evidence is available when it matters, for example during audits, due diligence, or market access reviews.

The regulation is here. Are the products ready?

ESPR, PPWR, and Digital Product Passports are reshaping regulatory expectations across many product categories. This section highlights what is driving that change and what it means in practice.

EU Product Compliance 2026

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Four steps to structured compliance

Step 1
Clarify scope
The first step is to define the product, the target markets, and the roles of the relevant economic operators. Without that foundation, every further assessment remains uncertain.
Step 2
Map requirements
The second step is to identify all applicable legislation, harmonised standards, and role specific obligations. It also includes highlighting interdependencies and upcoming regulatory changes that affect the product.
Step 3
Structure evidence
The third step is to organise supplier data, test reports, and documentation in a consistent and traceable system. Evidence that cannot be found or verified under pressure is of little value.
Step 4
Review and update
The fourth step is to review requirements and update documentation as regulations evolve and supply chain data changes. Compliance is an ongoing process, not a one time exercise.
“Compliance is not created at the end of the process. It is built within the supply chain.”
Thomas Frank
Thomas Frank, Dipl.-Ing. (FH)
Product Compliance Expert

Thomas Frank is a graduate electrical engineer who has spent over 20 years working at the intersection of product testing, certification, and regulatory compliance. He started in the testing and inspection industry, managing laboratory operations, coordinating compliance projects for large retail clients across Europe and Asia, and running conformity assessments across a wide range of product categories.

CEvidence.Consulting was first established in 2016 as an independent advisory practice. After working in a full time regulatory role from 2019 to 2025, Thomas Frank reestablished CEvidence as an LLC in October 2025 with the same focus, a clearer structure, and significantly greater regulatory depth.

During that period, he also completed his certification as a CE Representative with TÜV Süd. The qualification covers conformity assessment procedures, technical documentation, product liability, and the practical implementation of CE processes inside companies. It was completed through a written examination and is refreshed on a regular basis.

From 2019 to 2025, he was part of a specialised regulatory affairs team at a leading European product compliance platform, where he monitored legislation before it entered into force, interpreted regulatory grey areas, structured compliance content for thousands of users across retail, trade and manufacturing, and contributed to the development of compliance data architectures.

With CEvidence.Consulting, Thomas Frank brings that combination of experience directly to companies that want to build or strengthen their internal compliance capabilities. The focus is on regulatory clarity, structured frameworks, and practical guidance that enable teams to work more effectively and make better informed decisions.

Certified CE Representative, TÜV Süd (with examination)
Laboratory Representative, DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025
Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Electrical Engineering, University of Applied Sciences Kempten
2025 to Present
Product Compliance Expert
CEvidence.Consulting, LLC
Independent advisory services in EU product compliance, including CE marking, technical documentation, ESPR, PPWR, and supply chain transparency. The focus is on building and strengthening internal compliance capability across companies of different sizes.
2019 to 2025 | 6+ years
Senior Compliance Officer / Key Account Manager
Leading European product compliance platform
Regulatory monitoring and legislation interpretation, database structure development, editorial compliance content for a large user base across retail, trade and manufacturing. Client advisory and training.
2016 to 2019
Product Compliance Consultant (independent)
CEvidence.Consulting
First independent advisory phase focused on EU product compliance, CE marking, and conformity processes for manufacturers and importers. Built directly on prior experience in testing, inspection and certification.
2012 to 2016
Manager PV, Lighting & Lab QC
VDE Global Services Augsburg GmbH
Testing and evaluation of illuminants, photovoltaic inverters, electronic displays and batteries. Lab quality management per ISO/IEC 17025.
2000 to 2012
Various technical and management roles
ASIG Quality Services GmbH
Telecom lab management, display metrology, source inspections in Europe and Asia, key account management for major retail clients, project coordination.
“Transparent evidence satisfies regulators and builds trust throughout the supply chain.”

Product categories and regulatory frameworks

CEvidence covers a broad range of EU product legislation. The core focus lies on ESPR, PPWR, CE marking frameworks, and sustainability-related obligations for consumer and industrial products.

This overview reflects the core areas of current focus. Additional frameworks and product categories are covered on request — if your regulatory question is not listed here, get in touch.

CEvidence.Consulting operates independently of location. Advisory services are provided remotely and, where needed, on site across Europe. Thomas Frank is based in the Philippines and works internationally, with a primary focus on the EU market.

Stay ahead of regulatory change.

Short and structured summaries of relevant regulatory developments in EU product compliance. No commentary. No filler. Just what changed, when it applies, and who it affects.

View all updates
PPWR April 2026
PPWR, April 2026: The Commission publishes guidance and FAQs four months before the application date
DPP March 2026
DPP, March 2026: ISO and IEC establish a new joint technical committee for Digital Product Passport standards
Toys January 2026
Toys, January 2026: New Toy Safety Regulation (EU) 2025/2509 replaces the Declaration of Conformity with a Digital Product Passport

Get in touch

If it is unclear whether CEvidence can support a specific product or supply chain situation, a short email is enough to find out. No long intake forms are required.

What to include in the first message

A short description of the product or product category, the relevant target markets, and the specific question or challenge is usually sufficient. This may concern a regulatory gap, a documentation issue, or responsibilities within the supply chain.

Thomas Frank responds personally, usually within one business day.

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