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ANEC
The European consumer voice in standardisation, raising standards of consumer protection and welfare for everyone.
About ANEC
ANEC is the European consumer voice in standardisation. It promotes, represents and defends the collective consumer interest in the processes of technical standardisation, conformity assessment, accreditation, market surveillance & enforcement, as well as in European legislation and public policies related to standards or the use of standards. Its membership is open to the national representatives of consumer organisations in 34 countries. Recognised under Regulation (EU) 1025/2012 on European standardisation, the core mission of ANEC is funded by the European Union and the European Free Trade Association, while the work of its network of experts is considered a contribution in kind. ANEC also receives funding from foundations that support the ANEC vision. ANEC is a signatory to the European Transparency Register with identification number 507800799-30. A guide to ANEC, "What we do for you", can be found at https://goo.gl/cM5A3H. The ANEC Secretariat is in Brussels, Belgium.
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Signals from ANEC
9 published signals
Research & Knowledge
ANEC supports updating the New Legislative Framework (NLF) to address digitalisation, e-commerce, the circular economy, enforcement realities, and consumer protection and product compliance.
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Research & Knowledge
ANEC supports targeted improvements that preserve an inclusive and transparent European Standardisation System, strengthen consumer participation, ensure clear Standardisation Requests, and improve access to harmonised standards.
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Research & Knowledge
ANEC calls for stronger EU coordination and enforcement, better cooperation between market surveillance and customs authorities, and clear responsibilities for all economic operators, including online marketplaces, to strengthen consumer protection in an increasingly digital and global market.
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Products & Services
ANEC is available in several languages for its practical safety leaflet to help prevent children from being left in vehicles.
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Presence & Recognition
ANEC consumer safety experts are celebrating International Product Safety Week with members and colleagues from BEUC.
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Presence & Recognition
ANEC will be featured in the International Product Safety Week 2026 event in Brussels.
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Presence & Recognition
ANEC is hosting a webinar titled Standardisation of Services to Citizens in Sustainable Cities and Communities on 16 September 2026 at 09:30–11:30 CEST.
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Research & Knowledge
ANEC published a new factsheet outlining what the Digital Product Passport must deliver for consumers.
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Products & Services
ANEC published a practical safety leaflet in several languages including English, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, and German
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