07 Mar 🇺🇦 Ukraine | Regulatory Changes in Market Surveillance and Electronic Communications
Ukraine has introduced significant legislative reforms through its electronic communications regulation, aligning its market surveillance system with European Union (EU) standards. The updated Law “On State Market Surveillance and Control over Non-Food Products” and amendments to the Law “On Electronic Communications” aim to strengthen national quality infrastructure, enhance market oversight, and modernize regulatory frameworks for radio equipment and telecommunications services.
While Ukraine is advancing towards EU harmonization, EU certification (such as CE marking) is still not automatically recognized for radio equipment. This means manufacturers and importers must continue obtaining Ukrainian certification for compliance.
📅 Dates:
✔ December 21, 2024 – Enactment of the updated Law “On State Market Surveillance and Control over Non-Food Products.”
✔ January 15, 2025 – Publication of amendments to the Law “On Electronic Communications.”
🏛 Regulatory Authority: National Commission for the State Regulation of Electronic Communications, Radio Frequency Spectrum, and the Provision of Postal Services (NCEC)
Regulation Status
📌 Status: In force – The updated laws took effect upon official publication.
📌 Next Steps: Companies must review and update their compliance procedures to align with the new requirements.
Regulatory Impact
Type Approval & Market Access
✔ Certification Requirements: Radio equipment must comply with Ukrainian technical regulations, as EU certifications (such as CE marking) are not yet accepted.
✔ Future Harmonization:The ongoing EU alignment process may lead to mutual recognition agreements in the future, but for now,Ukrainian certification remains mandatory.
Spectrum Management & Technical Standards
✔ New Technical Requirements: The revised surveillance law introduces stricter technical standards for radio equipment to ensure spectrum efficiency and reduce harmful interference.
✔ New Digital Regulatory Platform: The NCEC has introduced an electronic registry to improve licensing, compliance reporting, and administrative efficiency.
✔ Public Access: While registry data is mostly public, restrictions apply to sensitive business information and areas under martial law.
Impact on Imports, Customs & Market Surveillance
✔ Increased Market Oversight: Authorities now have greater enforcement powers to monitor compliance, conduct inspections, and impose higher penalties for non-conformity.
✔ Stronger Customs Control: Customs authorities play a more active role in verifying the compliance of non-food products, including radio equipment, before they enter the Ukrainian market.
✔ Documentation Requirements: Importers must submit Ukrainian compliance certificates to avoid delays or fines.
More Details
Key Changes in the Law “On State Market Surveillance and Control over Non-Food Products”
✔ Stronger Enforcement & Higher Fines: Companies violating product conformity regulations now face increased penalties.
✔ Enhanced Inspection Procedures: Market surveillance and customs officials have stricter protocols for identifying non-compliant products.
✔ Supplier Accountability: Manufacturers and importers must maintain up-to-date conformity records and ensure their radio equipment meets Ukrainian standards.
Key Amendments in the Law “On Electronic Communications”
✔ Updated Definitions & Scope: The law now reflects modern telecommunications and ICT trends, ensuring relevance in the digital era.
✔ Simplified Licensing & Registration: The electronic platform streamlines regulatory processes for communication providers.
✔ Stronger Consumer Protections: The amendments introduce new safeguards to protect users from fraud, poor service quality, and unfair practices.
These updates form part of the broader effort to modernize the Ukraine electronic communications regulation and align it with EU frameworks.
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