How to Meet GPSR Requirements with Your Shopify Store
- Markus Lauter
- Gpsr
- November 17, 2024
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The EU General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) outlines clear requirements for merchants to ensure product safety and protect consumers. For Shopify merchants, achieving compliance can seem complex and time-consuming. This article explains how to meet GPSR requirements, the steps to implement them manually in Shopify, and how the GPSR Compliance Manager can streamline and simplify the process.
Key GPSR Requirements at a Glance
To comply with GPSR, merchants must ensure specific information and safety measures are available for every product. Here are the key requirements:
1. Manufacturer Information
Every product or its packaging must clearly display the following:
- Manufacturer or importer name
- Address
- Contact information
2. Warnings and Instructions
Products must include all relevant safety warnings and instructions in the language of the target market.
3. Traceability
Products should be traceable back to the manufacturer or importer using serial or batch numbers.
4. Product Compliance
Merchants must ensure their products meet safety standards and be able to provide proof, such as declarations of conformity or safety certifications.
5. Rapid Response to Safety Issues
Unsafe products must be reported and removed from the market immediately.
How to Add GPSR Information Manually in Shopify
If you prefer a manual approach, here’s how you can implement GPSR requirements in Shopify:
1. Add Manufacturer Information
- Go to the “Products” section in your Shopify admin panel.
- Select a product and edit its details.
- Add manufacturer information (name, address, contact details) to the product description.
2. Include Warnings and Instructions
- Add safety warnings and instructions to the product description.
- If necessary, provide a downloadable PDF with more detailed information.
3. Manage Serial and Batch Numbers
- Use Shopify metafields to store serial or batch numbers.
- Create new metafields such as “Batch Number” or “Serial Number” and associate them with your products.
4. Ensure Product Traceability
- Maintain supplier information in an external system or spreadsheet to trace back to the source.
Manual Approach: Pros and Cons
While the manual method might work for small catalogs, it becomes time-consuming and error-prone as your product range grows.
Benefits of the GPSR Compliance Manager
The GPSR Compliance Manager is designed to help Shopify merchants easily meet GPSR requirements by automating key processes and improving efficiency. Here’s what it offers:
1. Automated Product Safety Information
The app automatically collects and displays essential product details such as:
- Manufacturer information
- Warnings and safety instructions
- Traceability data
2. Custom Widgets for Product Pages
With customizable widgets, you can display safety information directly on your product pages without disrupting your store’s design. Features like collapsible sections and multilingual support enhance usability.
3. Batch Tracking
Manage serial and batch numbers effortlessly to ensure complete product traceability.
4. Bulk Editing
Update thousands of SKUs in minutes using powerful bulk-editing tools—a huge time saver for merchants with large catalogs.
Step-by-Step Guide: Integrating the GPSR Compliance Manager
Here’s a simple guide to integrating the app into your Shopify store:
Install the App:
- Visit the Shopify App Store.
- Click “Add App” and follow the installation instructions.
Configure the App:
- Open the app settings in your Shopify admin.
- Enter manufacturer and importer details.
- Upload safety instructions and warnings.
Customize Widgets:
- Select a widget design that matches your store’s branding.
- Enable multilingual support for EU-wide compliance.
Use Bulk Editing:
- Open the app’s bulk editor.
- Select the products you want to update and add the necessary information.
Test Your Compliance:
- Check your product pages to ensure all required information is displayed correctly.
Conclusion: Achieving GPSR Compliance the Easy Way
Meeting GPSR requirements is crucial to avoid legal risks and build trust with your customers. While manual implementation can be tedious, the GPSR Compliance Manager offers an efficient, hassle-free solution to stay compliant.
Get started today to save time, enhance your compliance, and future-proof your Shopify store.
