What is PD CEN 17287-Requirements for electronic cigarette devices about?
PD CEN 17287 is a standard that covers technical requirements and test methods for electronic cigarette devices which ensures the safety and operability of e-cigarettes that complies with regulatory requirements.
PD CEN 17287 is applicable to electronic cigarettes and similar vapour producing devices intended for the production of aerosol from e-liquids for consumption by inhalation. PD CEN 17287 is applicable to devices intended for use with or without nicotine content in the aerosol produced.
PD CEN 17287 is also applicable to e-liquid containers, filling mechanisms and accessories, electrical and other, intended for use with electronic cigarettes and similar vapour producing devices.
PD CEN 17287 specifies the minimum safety and technical requirements for electronic cigarette devices, e-liquid containers, and associated accessories when operated and maintained in the manner prescribed by the manufacturer.
Who is PD CEN 17287-Requirements for electronic cigarette devices for?
PD CEN 17287 on requirements for electronic cigarette devices applies to:
- Manufacturers of electronic cigarettes
- Dealers and importers of electronic cigarettes
- Testing houses and labs for electronic cigarettes
- Regulatory bodies
Why should you use PD CEN 17287-Requirements for electronic cigarette devices?
Electronic cigarettes, also called e-cigarettes, electronic cigarette devices or electronic nicotine vapor delivery systems are usually battery-operated devices that people use to inhale an aerosol, which typically contains nicotine (though not always), flavourings, and other chemicals. The vapor is generated by heating a fluid often called e-liquid.
PD CEN 17287 offers definitions, recommendation, references to other existing standards as well as best practice solutions like test methods to minimize the risk for the consumer using e-cigarette devices.
PD CEN 17287 provides you guidance on e-cigarettes and its components, e-liquid container including prefilled cartridges and caps, labelling, filling mechanism, instruction and warnings that allows you to standardize the production and information delivery process that is in compliance with the required regulations.
Guidance in PD CEN 17287 allows you to ensure the safety, operability and quality of electronic cigarette devices that is in line with the regulatory framework.