GPSR label FAQ
Short answers with the article they come from. For the full explanation follow the link to the guide; for your own case, check the official text or ask a specialist.
The label
What must be on a GPSR label?
A type, batch or serial number (Art. 9(5)); the manufacturer's name and postal and electronic address (Art. 9(6)); the EU responsible person if the manufacturer is outside the EU (Art. 16(3)); an EU importer's details (Art. 11(3)); and warnings and safety information in the consumer's language (Art. 9(7)). Products with their own EU laws (toys, cosmetics, electrical) follow those laws for the label.
Since when does GPSR apply?
Regulation (EU) 2023/988 applies from 13 December 2024.
Can the label go on the packaging instead of the product?
GPSR allows the packaging or an accompanying document where the product's size or nature doesn't allow the information on the product. The responsible person's details may also be on the parcel.
Is an email address enough as the manufacturer's address?
No. GPSR asks for a postal and an electronic address.
EU responsible person
Who can be the EU responsible person?
An economic operator established in the EU: the manufacturer if it is in the EU, otherwise the importer, an authorised representative with a written mandate, or a fulfilment service provider in the EU (GPSR Art. 16; Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 Art. 4).
Can a UK company be my responsible person?
Not for the EU — the UK is not in the EU.
Languages and warnings
Which languages do the warnings need?
A language consumers easily understand, as decided by each country (Art. 9(7)) — in practice the official language(s) of every country you ship to. Names and addresses are not translated.
Which warnings does a toy need?
It depends on the age group and type: the under-36-months warning with the specific hazard for toys with small parts, and the specific warnings of Directive 2009/48/EC Annex V for functional, chemical, aquatic and other toys.
Symbols
Should I put the CE mark on my label?
Only if a CE-marking law (toys, electrical equipment, machinery …) applies and the conformity assessment and declaration of conformity are done. Candles, ordinary clothing or mugs don't carry CE.
When is the crossed-out bin needed?
On electrical and electronic equipment (Directive 2012/19/EU) and on batteries (Regulation (EU) 2023/1542).
Listings
What must my Amazon, eBay or Etsy listing show?
GPSR Art. 19: the manufacturer, the EU responsible person (if the manufacturer is outside the EU), product identification with a picture, and the warnings and safety information — in the consumer's language.
Printing and this tool
Which label size should I use?
It depends on the number of languages: 50 × 30 mm for one or two, 100 × 50 or 70 × 50 mm for about five, 100 × 70 mm or larger for eight or more. The preview warns when text gets too small.
Is the generator free?
Single labels are free in every thermal size, as PDF or PNG, with no watermark and no sign-up. A one-time Pro pass adds CSV batches over 3 SKUs, label sheets, custom sizes and a logo.
Is my product data uploaded?
No. Labels, PDFs and ZIP files are made in your browser.
General information, not legal advice. Last reviewed 2026-11-08. Pricing questions: Pricing.