The new LVD and the new EMCD entered into force on 18/04/2014 and will be applicable as of 20/04/2016. The new LVD will replace the existing LVD (Directive 2006/95/EC) and the new EMCD will replace the existing EMCD (Directive 2004/108/EC) as of 20/4/2016.

PRODUCTS WITHIN OLD/NEW LVD/EMCD BUT THEN FALL WITHIN RED (AFTER APPLICABILITY OF RED)-

FOR EXAMPLE :TELEVISION AND SOUND BROADCASTING RECEIVERS

-Products placed on market before 20 April 2016: old LVD/EMCD

-Products placed on market between 20 April 2016 and 12 June 2016 : new LVD/EMCD

-Products placed on market between 13 June 2016 and 12 June 2017: RED or new LVD/EMCD

-Products placed on market after 12 June 2017: RED