At Bookmundo, we care about more than just getting your books to market—we care about doing it the right way. That’s why we’re fully aligned with the EU’s General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), effective from December 2024.
What Is the GPSR?
The GPSR is the EU’s updated rulebook for making sure all products—yes, even books—are safe for consumers. It replaces the older General Product Safety Directive and introduces stricter standards for production processes, materials, and risk assessment. Basically, it’s all about making sure the things you buy are safe to use.
How Does Bookmundo Stay Compliant?
We go the extra mile to meet these new GPSR standards. Here’s how we do it:
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- Certified Printers: We work with trusted printers who meet EU-approved safety requirements. Every year, they review their materials—like paper, ink, and glue—and renew their safety certificates to ensure they’re still up to scratch.
- Annual Risk Reviews: We don’t just check the boxes once and call it a day. Every year, we conduct risk analyses to refine our processes and make sure we’re always improving and in line with the regulations.
- Safe Materials: Your readers’ safety matters. That’s why we use only high-quality, safe materials during production.
Who’s Responsible for the Content?
While we ensure books are safe as physical products, individual authors are still responsible for the content. It’s your job as the publisher of your work to comply with any relevant legal or safety standards for content.
Is there anything you need to do as an author?
Not really! Just keep writing awesome books and leave the safety stuff to us and our printing partners. However, it’s always a good idea to double-check (either on your own or with an editor) or research any relevant laws or regulations that may apply to your work. And if you have any concerns about the safety of your book, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team for guidance and support. At Bookmundo, we’re committed to keeping both our authors and readers safe while bringing great stories into the world.
Questions?
If you have any questions about GPSR or how to enjoy your books safely, don’t hesitate to get in touch!