Mutual recognition in goods - a BusinessEurope strategy paper

Executive summary

National technical rules are being used as a basis to deny mutual recognition.
No effective mechanisms exist for businesses to question national decisions denying mutual recognition.
More ambition is needed to improve trust among member states.
Improving transparency of national decisions will alleviate this lack of trust.
The "quick assessment procedure" has the potential to be the mechanism that leads to a better understanding of the principle and improve the functioning of Regulation 764/2008.
The overarching principle of mutual recognition should take precedence in existing grey areas for harmonised goods.

Last updated: 4 August 2023

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Mutual recognition in goods - a BusinessEurope strategy paper

Executive summary