Product Liability Directive·Article 1
Subject matter and objective
Applies since December 9, 2026· Art. 22(1)
This Directive lays down common rules on the liability of economic operators for damage suffered by natural persons and caused by defective products, and on compensation for such damage. The objective of this Directive is to contribute to the proper functioning of the internal market while ensuring a high level of protection of consumers and other natural persons.