M/136 - Construction products - water
Mandate to CEN/CENELEC concerning the execution of standardization work for harmonized standards on construction products in contact with water intended for human consumption
Mandate M/136 directs CEN and CENELEC to develop harmonized standards for construction products that come into contact with water intended for human consumption. This standardization work aims to ensure safety, quality, and compliance with EU regulations for such products used in water supply systems. The mandate supports the creation of unified technical specifications to facilitate market access and protect public health by ensuring materials and products meet required performance criteria when exposed to potable water. The decision regarding this mandate was recorded under resolution CEN/BT C95/2001.
Purpose
This mandate directs CEN and CENELEC to carry out standardization activities related to construction products that come into contact with water intended for human consumption. The goal is to develop harmonized standards that ensure the safety, quality, and compliance of such products within the European Union.
Standardisation request
CEN and CENELEC are requested to produce harmonized European standards addressing construction products designed for use with drinking water systems. These standards should cover materials, design, and performance requirements to ensure the products do not adversely affect water quality or human health.
Expected deliverables
- Harmonized European standards on construction products in contact with drinking water.
- Standards that facilitate conformity assessment and CE marking for relevant products.
- Guidelines to support compliance with EU regulations regarding materials and products in contact with drinking water.
Context
This mandate relates to the harmonization of standards for construction products affecting potable water, supporting EU water quality directives and public health objectives. It aligns with the need for common technical specifications across member states to enable free circulation of products while safeguarding drinking water safety. The resolution reference (CEN/BT C95/2001) indicates formal approval at the CEN level for launching this work.
This mandate covers the standardisation of construction products that come into contact with water intended for human consumption. It focuses on harmonized standards related to product safety, quality, and performance to ensure the protection of water quality in buildings and infrastructure. The scope includes construction materials and components used in drinking water systems within the construction sector.
General Information
Frequently Asked Questions
A European Standardization Mandate is a formal request from the European Commission to the European Standardization Organizations (CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI) to develop European standards (ENs) in support of EU legislation and policies. Mandates are issued under Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012 and help ensure that products and services meet the essential requirements set out in EU directives and regulations.
M/136 is a European Standardization Mandate titled "Mandate to CEN/CENELEC concerning the execution of standardization work for harmonized standards on construction products in contact with water intended for human consumption". Mandate to CEN/CENELEC concerning the execution of standardization work for harmonized standards on construction products in contact with water intended for human consumption There are 72 standards developed under this mandate.
Standards developed in response to a mandate and cited in the Official Journal of the European Union become "harmonized standards". Products manufactured in compliance with harmonized standards benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation, facilitating CE marking and market access across the European Economic Area.