Safety Gate
EU Safety Gate (formerly RAPEX)
The EU rapid alert system for dangerous non-food consumer products — toys, cosmetics, electronics, vehicles, clothing. Rebranded from "RAPEX" in 2019.
❓ Frequently asked questions
▸ What does Safety Gate cover?
Any non-food consumer product sold in the EU that poses a serious risk: toys, cosmetics, motor vehicles, household electrics, childcare items, clothing, jewellery, and more.
▸ Is Safety Gate the same as RAPEX?
Yes. RAPEX was renamed Safety Gate in 2019. The data set is continuous — both names refer to the same EU-wide alert feed.
▸ How many alerts per year?
Roughly 2,500–3,500 notifications per year, with toys and motor vehicles the most-reported categories.