Regulation (EU) 2019/305 CPR for Compliant Construction Products
Ensure compliance with Regulation (EU) 2019/305 CPR (Construction Products Regulation). Construction products covered by harmonized standards require mandatory CE marking and a Declaration of Performance (DoP) to commercialize in the EU.
5 AVCP systems
Assessment levels according to product risk
DoP + CE Mandatory
Documentation required to commercialize in EU
10 years
Minimum technical documentation retention
What is Regulation (EU) 2019/305 CPR?
Regulation (EU) 2019/305, which amends Regulation (EU) No 305/2011 (CPR — Construction Products Regulation), establishes harmonized conditions for the marketing of construction products across the European single market.
The regulation obligates manufacturers to declare their products' performance regarding essential characteristics through the Declaration of Performance (DoP), and to affix CE marking before placing the product on the market, whenever a harmonized EN standard or European Technical Assessment (ETA) applies.
Without a DoP and CE marking compliant with the CPR, no construction product within its scope can be legally commercialized in any EU Member State.
Who must comply with CPR 2019/305?
All economic operators in the supply chain of construction products covered by harmonized standards have obligations under the CPR.
Product manufacturers
Performance assessment, technical documentation, Declaration of Performance (DoP), CE marking. Responsible for full compliance.
EU importers
Verify the non-EU manufacturer has performed proper assessment, DoP is available, and labeling is correct before commercializing.
Distributors and retailers
Maintain traceability, verify only products with DoP and CE marking are sold, cooperate with market surveillance authorities.
Authorized representatives
Act on behalf of non-EU manufacturers, maintain technical documentation, respond to authorities in the territory.
Benefits of CPR compliance
Obtaining CPR certification with DoP and CE marking delivers significant competitive and legal advantages in the European construction market.
EU single market access
Commercialize freely across 27 EU Member States with no additional barriers. CE marking eliminates redundant national requirements.
Legal protection
Documented Declaration of Performance significantly reduces civil liability in structural failure or litigation cases.
Competitive differentiation
CE marking and DoP build trust with buyers and architects. Public works contractors require CPR compliance as a purchase requirement.
Risk reduction
Performance assessment identifies and documents essential characteristics before construction. Fewer incidents, fewer claims.
CPR certification process step by step
The path from design to CE marking follows clearly defined stages in the European regulation.
Identify applicable harmonized standard
Determine whether a harmonized EN standard or European Technical Assessment (ETA) applies to the product. Identify essential characteristics to declare.
Select the AVCP system
Determine the applicable Assessment and Verification of Constancy of Performance system (1+, 1, 2+, 3, or 4) based on product risk level.
Type testing and production control
Perform initial type testing of the product and establish factory production control (FPC). In demanding systems, Notified Body involvement is required.
Complete technical documentation
Compile product description, test results, AVCP reports, technical specifications. Retain for minimum 10 years.
Declaration of Performance + CE Marking
Draft the DoP with manufacturer data, product identification, declared performance, and applied standard. Affix CE marking on the product.
Frequently asked questions — Regulation (EU) 2019/305 CPR
What is Regulation (EU) 2019/305 CPR?
Regulation (EU) 2019/305, which amends Regulation (EU) No 305/2011, establishes harmonized conditions for the marketing of construction products (CPR — Construction Products Regulation). It defines how manufacturers must declare product performance through the Declaration of Performance (DoP) and affix CE marking before placing products on the European market.
What products are subject to CPR 2019/305?
Any construction product covered by a harmonized EN standard or a European Technical Assessment (ETA): structural cements and steels, thermal insulation, windows, fire doors, waterproofing systems, precast concrete, pipes, and materials intended for permanent incorporation into construction or civil engineering works.
What is the Declaration of Performance (DoP)?
The Declaration of Performance (DoP) is the mandatory document manufacturers must issue for each construction product covered by a harmonized standard. It details the declared performance of the product regarding its essential characteristics (mechanical resistance, reaction to fire, thermal insulation, among others), according to the applicable Assessment and Verification of Constancy of Performance (AVCP) systems.
Is CE marking mandatory for construction products?
Yes, whenever a harmonized EN standard or ETA applies to the product, CE marking is mandatory alongside the DoP. Without CE marking, the product cannot be legally commercialized in any EU Member State, regardless of its actual technical quality.
What AVCP systems exist under the CPR?
There are five AVCP systems (1+, 1, 2+, 3, and 4) depending on the product risk level. The most demanding systems (1+ and 1) require Notified Body certification with initial type testing, factory inspection, and continuous surveillance. Systems 3 and 4 allow greater manufacturer self-assessment depending on the product.
How long must CPR technical documentation be retained?
Technical documentation and the DoP must be retained for a minimum of 10 years from the date the product is placed on the market. Market surveillance authorities can request this documentation at any time to verify compliance.
What penalties does CPR 2019/305 non-compliance entail?
Product withdrawal from the market, significant administrative fines, civil liability for damages resulting from structural or safety failures, and commercialization prohibition. In public works, non-compliance can invalidate contractually required quality certifications.
How does the CPR relate to other construction regulations?
The CPR is complemented by national building codes such as the Technical Building Code (CTE) in Spain, Eurocode structural design standards, and sector-specific directives such as building energy efficiency. A single product may require simultaneous compliance with the CPR and applicable national construction regulations.
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