If a signal booster doesn't have a CE marking, it indicates non-compliance with EU safety and environmental requirements[9]. оÑÑÑÑÑÑвие маÑкиÑовки CE Ð¼Ð¾Ð¶ÐµÑ Ð¿ÑивеÑÑи к пÑоблемам Ñ Ð·Ð°ÐºÐ¾Ð½Ð¾Ð¼ и ÑÑÑаÑам в ÑÑÑÐ°Ð½Ð°Ñ ÐвÑопейÑкого СоÑза[9]. Here's a breakdown of potential consequences:
In the EU:
* Illegality Selling in the EU is illegal without a CE declaration[4].
* Fines and Penalties Ignoring CE declaration can lead to monetary fines, and possibly jail time if the product is hazardous[4].
* Liability The manufacturer or importer can be held accountable for any damage caused by the device and might be forced to recall the product and reimburse clients[4].
* Import Refusal Customs may refuse the import of products from outside the EU if they lack CE marking[4].
* Compliance Issues The product does not meet health, safety, and environmental standards[5].
General Considerations:
* Interference Without proper regulation and certification, signal boosters can interfere with cellular networks[9].
* Legal Issues Using a non-compliant signal booster can lead to fines or other legal issues[3].
* Safety Risks Non-CE marked products may not have undergone the necessary testing to ensure they are safe[4].
* Quality Concerns The absence of a CE mark can indicate that the product has not been thoroughly tested for quality and safety[4]. There is no need to publish the full testing report. Meaning you can obtain approval without actually meeting requirements, potentially leading to unsafe products[4].
In Europe, signal boosters must have a CE marking to ensure compliance with regulations and avoid interference with mobile networks[3]. Devices must also not exceed the power limits specified in EU regulations to prevent interference[9].
Citations:[1] https://compliancetesting.com/fcc-certification-for-cell-phone-signal-boosters/
[2] https://electronics.stackexchange.com/questions/617504/a-question-about-ce-marking
[3] https://www.mobilesignalguru.com/blog/understanding-technical-specifications-of-mobile-signal-boosters/
[4] https://www.reddit.com/r/AskElectronics/comments/12tyq5k/what_are_the_risks_of_ignoring_ce_declaration/
[5] https://www.myamplifiers.com/certificates/
[6] https://mysignalboosters.com/faqs/
[7] https://mysignalboosters.com/ie/the-legal-requirements-for-using-a-mobile-signal-booster-in-ireland/
[8] https://forum.iosh.co.uk/posts/m735558-Using-Non-CE-Marked-Electrical-Equipment
[9] https://www.mobilesignalguru.com/blog/legal-requirements-and-regulations-for-mobile-signal-boosters/