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Free GPSR warning generator for Shopify product listings
Last updated: 6 July 2026
Under GPSR Article 19, every product sold online to EU consumers must show its safety warnings and safety information, in a language buyers understand, before they purchase, and the same information must physically travel with the product. This free tool builds that Product safety information block for you: choose your category, tick what applies, add your manufacturer and EU responsible person details, and copy the result straight into your Shopify listing or into the euready metafields. Every warning below is drawn from GPSR and the product standards named in each section. They are a vetted starting point, not legal advice: review each one against your actual product before publishing.
Build your product safety block
Pick a category, tick what matches your product, add your details, and copy the finished block. Nothing is gated and no email is required. Multiple categories merge into one de-duplicated block.
Step 1. Pick your product categories
Step 2. Your business details
Your business details are saved only in this browser (localStorage), never sent anywhere.
Step 3. Copy your safety block
Not sure GPSR even applies to you? Start with the free 2-minute GPSR scope check, then come back here to write the warnings it says you need.
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The full GPSR warning library, by category
These are the exact texts the generator uses, published in full so they can be read (and cited) without running the tool. "Always" lines apply to the whole category; the others are added when you tick the matching option. Lines marked "also check" are compliance reminders for you, not text for the public listing.
Candles and home fragrance
| When to include | Text |
|---|---|
| Always | Never leave a burning candle unattended. |
| Always | Burn candle out of reach of children and pets. |
| Always | Always leave at least 10 cm between burning candles. |
| Always | Do not burn candles on or near anything that can catch fire. |
| Sold in a container, jar or vessel | Only burn the candle on a level, heat resistant surface. |
| Sold in a container, jar or vessel | Do not move a burning candle. |
| Sold in a container, jar or vessel | Stop use when 1 cm of wax remains in the container. |
| Scented or fragranced | Trim wick to about 1 cm before lighting. |
| Scented or fragranced | Keep the wax pool clear of matches and debris. |
| Scented or fragranced | Scented candles are mixtures under CLP: check your fragrance supplier's SDS for required allergen statements and, where classified, hazard pictograms and a UFI code on the physical label. (also check, not for the listing) |
| Tealights or multi-wick | Do not place tealights on or near surfaces sensitive to heat. |
Toys and children's products
| When to include | Text |
|---|---|
| Always | Toys need CE marking and an EU Declaration of Conformity BEFORE GPSR questions even start; warnings do not replace CE. (also check, not for the listing) |
| Has small detachable parts (use if not suitable under 36 months) | WARNING. Not suitable for children under 36 months. Small parts. Choking hazard. |
| Contains a small ball | WARNING. This toy contains a small ball. Choking hazard. |
| Has a long cord or string | WARNING. Long cord. Strangulation hazard. |
| Contains magnets | WARNING. This product contains small magnet(s). Swallowed magnets can cause serious injury. Seek immediate medical attention if magnet(s) are swallowed. |
| Needs adult supervision in use | Use under the direct supervision of an adult. |
| Has functional sharp edges or points | WARNING. Functional sharp edges or points. Use under adult supervision. |
Cosmetics, skincare and soap
Cosmetics follow their own EU regime: CPNP notification, a cosmetics responsible person and full INCI list are required in addition to the listing information below.
| When to include | Text |
|---|---|
| Always | For external use only. |
| Always | Avoid contact with eyes; rinse with water if contact occurs. |
| Always | Discontinue use if irritation occurs. |
| Contains essential oils or fragrance allergens | Contains [name allergens per your INCI, e.g. limonene, linalool]. May produce an allergic reaction. |
| Could be reached by children | Keep out of reach of children. |
| Solid soap bar | Keep the bar dry between uses. |
Jewelry
| When to include | Text |
|---|---|
| Always | This item is not a toy. Keep away from babies and young children: small parts can be a choking hazard. |
| Metal parts in prolonged skin contact | Metal parts in prolonged skin contact must respect the REACH nickel release limit; ask your supplier for a test report (EN 1811). (also check, not for the listing) |
| Has a magnetic clasp | Contains small magnet(s). Keep away from children. |
| Small beads or detachable parts | Small detachable parts. Choking hazard for young children. |
Clothing and textiles
| When to include | Text |
|---|---|
| Childrenswear | Cords and drawstrings on childrenswear are restricted by EN 14682: no free cords in the hood/neck area for young children; check your patterns. (also check, not for the listing) |
| Loose fit or fluffy, pile fibres | Keep away from open flames. |
| Any textile item (fibre labelling) | Fibre composition labelling (e.g. 100% cotton) is mandatory under Regulation (EU) 1007/2011, on the item itself. (also check, not for the listing) |
Electronics and accessories
| When to include | Text |
|---|---|
| Always | Do not use if the product, cable or connector is visibly damaged. |
| Always | CE, RoHS and WEEE registration apply to electronics; from 18 Feb 2027 portable batteries must be user-removable. (also check, not for the listing) |
| Contains a button or coin cell battery | WARNING: This product contains a button or coin cell battery. If swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children. If you think a battery may have been swallowed, seek immediate medical attention. |
| Contains a lithium or rechargeable battery | Charge only with the supplied or a compliant charger; do not charge unattended overnight. |
| Contains a lithium or rechargeable battery | Do not expose to fire, crushing or temperatures above 60 C. |
| Mains powered | Indoor use only. Do not cover during use. |
Baby products
| When to include | Text |
|---|---|
| Always | Use under adult supervision. |
| Always | Baby articles have product-specific EN standards (e.g. soothers EN 1400, slings EN 13209): identify yours before writing warnings. (also check, not for the listing) |
| Sleep product (mattress, nest, bedding) | WARNING: Never leave the child unattended during sleep. Do not add extra padding. |
| Feeding product (bottle, teat) | Before each use, inspect and pull the product in all directions. Throw away at the first signs of damage or weakness. |
| Feeding product (bottle, teat) | Never use feeding teats as a soother. |
| Carrier or sling | WARNING: Your balance may be adversely affected by your movement and that of your child. |
| Carrier or sling | Ensure the child's chin is not resting on its chest. |
Ceramics and homeware
| When to include | Text |
|---|---|
| Intended for food contact | Ceramics for food contact must respect lead/cadmium migration limits (Directive 84/500/EEC); ask your glaze supplier or add: Not suitable for food contact. (also check, not for the listing) |
| Decorative only | For decorative use only. Not suitable for food contact. |
| Candle holder | Never leave a burning candle in this holder unattended. |
| Not microwave or dishwasher safe | Not suitable for microwave or dishwasher unless stated. |
Pet products
| When to include | Text |
|---|---|
| Always | This is a pet product, not a child's toy. Keep away from children. |
| Chew or play item | Supervise your pet during use. Remove and replace at the first signs of damage. |
| For small animals | Choose the size adapted to your animal; a too-small item can be swallowed. |
Stationery and craft supplies
| When to include | Text |
|---|---|
| Looks like food or a toy (novelty item) | Items that look like food or toys (novelty erasers, figurines) are a known GPSR enforcement trap: add: This is not a toy. Not suitable for children under 3 years. (also check, not for the listing) |
| Has sharp blades or points | Contains sharp blades or points. Keep out of reach of children. |
| Glue, resin or paint (chemical) | Glues, resins and paints are CLP mixtures: copy hazard statements from your supplier's SDS; do not invent them. (also check, not for the listing) |
Bags and leather goods
| When to include | Text |
|---|---|
| Always | REACH restricts chromium VI in leather and azo dyes in textiles; ask your supplier for compliance confirmation. (also check, not for the listing) |
| Small hardware (charms, studs) | Small detachable parts (charms, studs): keep away from young children. |
Other / general product
| When to include | Text |
|---|---|
| Always | Keep packaging materials (bags, films) away from babies and children to avoid suffocation. |
| Always | Retain this information for future reference. |
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to show safety warnings on my Shopify product pages?
Yes. GPSR Article 19 requires warnings and safety information to appear on the online listing before purchase, in a language consumers of each country understand, and the same information must travel with the physical product.
Can I just copy these warnings onto my listings?
Use them as a vetted starting point, not a final answer. Each block tells you to review the warnings against your actual product before publishing. Some categories (cosmetics, craft chemicals, batteries) also need statements taken from your supplier's safety data sheet.
What are the euready metafields the tool outputs?
They are the three fields the EUReady app reads and writes on each product: euready.manufacturer, euready.responsible_person and euready.warnings. The tool gives you the same values by hand so you can paste them into your theme or test the format.
Do I still need an EU responsible person if I use this tool?
If your manufacturer is not established in the EU, yes. Tick the EU box only when the manufacturer is inside the EU or Northern Ireland; otherwise the block keeps the responsible person line, which is legally required for non-EU sellers.
Is this legal advice?
No. It is an educational tool based on Regulation (EU) 2023/988 and the product standards named in each section. For edge cases, confirm with a qualified professional or the official sources listed below.
Official sources
- Regulation (EU) 2023/988 (GPSR), EUR-Lex
- Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 (CLP) on classification and labelling, EUR-Lex
- Directive 2009/48/EC on the safety of toys, EUR-Lex
- Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 on cosmetic products, EUR-Lex
- Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 (REACH), EUR-Lex
- Regulation (EU) 1007/2011 on textile fibre names and labelling, EUR-Lex
This guide is general information for online sellers, based on publicly available EU legislation. It is not legal advice. Regulations evolve and national rules differ: for decisions that matter to your business, confirm with a qualified professional or the official sources linked above.