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Published on 5 June 2025

Recognition of a Union authorization

The procedure for the Union authorisation makes it possible for a biocidal product to be authorised for the entire EEA Market (plus Switzerland), thereby obviating the need for an application in the individual states.

Procedure for the recognition of a Union authorization

On this page, you will find more detailed information on applying for recognition of a Union authorisation in accordance with the European harmonised procedure.

Changes to existing authorisations

On this page, you will find detailed information on requests for changes to existing authorisations in accordance with the harmonised European procedure.

Extension/Renewal of existing authorisations

On this page, you will find detailed information on renewal of existing approvals in accordance with the European harmonised procedure.

Biocidal product family

On this page, you will find more detailed information about the biocidal product family.