EN 1090 FOR GLOBAL MARKETS
CE MARKING REQUIREMENTS
STRUCTURAL STEEL FABRICATORS
EN 1090 Standard: Which Companies Need It in India & International Markets in 2026?
By First Welding Certification Technical Editorial Team
10 Min Read
08 Sep 2026
Table Of Contents
- What Is the EN 1090 Standard?
- Which Companies Need EN 1090?
- Where Does EN 1090 Apply Internationally?
- EN 1090: EU vs UK vs India
- Does Every Steel Fabricator Need EN 1090?
- EN 1090 Certification vs CE Marking
- What Manufacturers Need to Control
- Common EN 1090 Mistakes
- International EN 1090 Pre-Tender Checklist
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Conclusion
- EN 1090 Certification for Your International Project
EN 1090: From Standard to CE Marking
01
standards
Defines requirements for the execution and conformity assessment of applicable structural steel and aluminium components.
02
Production control & conformity
Assesses Factory Production Control (FPC) and applicable production, welding and quality requirements.
03
Manufacturer's declared performance
Provides the manufacturer’s declared performance for applicable construction products under the relevant regulatory framework.
04
Market access where applicable
Provides the manufacturer’s declared performance for applicable construction products under the relevant regulatory framework.
Who needs EN 1090, where does it apply, and what should structural steel and aluminium manufacturers know before an international project?
A steel fabrication company can operate in India, Europe, the Middle East, Asia or any other market and still have the question:
“Do we need EN 1090 certification?”
The answer does not only depend on where your factory is located. It depends on what you make whether the product has a role, where it will be used or sold, applicable rules and customer or project needs. This is especially important for steel fabricators PEB manufacturers, aluminium fabricators, exporters, EPC suppliers and international subcontractors.
Instead of asking simply “Is EN 1090 required in India?” manufacturers should ask:
“Does the EN 1090 standard apply to my product, target market and project?”
This guide explains who should check EN 1090 and why it is important internationally.
What Is the EN 1090 Standard?
EN 1090 is a standard that covers the manufacturing of steel and aluminium structures and the checking of relevant structural parts.
The main parts manufacturers usually deal with are:
EN 1090-1 – checking the conformity of structural steel and aluminium parts
EN 1090-2 – rules for constructing steel structures
EN 1090-3 – technical rules for constructing aluminium structures
For manufacturers EN 1090 is closely linked with Factory Production Control (FPC) welding coordination, WPS, WPQR, welder qualification, material traceability, inspection, execution classes and checking conformity.
For companies looking for certification view First Welding Certification Pvt Ltd (PRVÁ ZVÁRAČSKÁ, a.s.) EN 1090 Certification requirements.
Which Companies Need EN 1090?
Not every company that works with steel automatically needs EN 1090 certification.
The following businesses should check if EN 1090 applies to their products and markets.
1. Structural Steel Fabricators
Companies making beams, columns, trusses, frames, bracing, structural assemblies and parts that carry weight are among the relevant businesses.
2. PEB Manufacturers
Preengineered building (PEB) manufacturers making structural frames, columns, rafters and other parts that carry weight should check if EN 1090 applies.
3. Structural Aluminium Manufacturers
EN 1090 is also relevant to parts made of aluminium with EN 1090-3 covering the rules for making aluminium structures.
4. Bridge & Infrastructure Fabricators
Manufacturers supplying bridges, industrial structures, towers, platforms and parts for infrastructure may come across project and execution-class needs.
5. International Subcontractors
A fabrication subcontractor providing parts to an international manufacturer or EPC contractor may need to show EN 1090 compliance as part of checking suppliers.
6. Export-Oriented Manufacturers
Indian and other non-European manufacturers supplying structural parts to Europe should check the relevant EN 1090 and European construction-product needs before taking an order
Where Does EN 1090 Apply Internationally?
A critical point is often overlooked:
EN 1090 is not a legal requirement.
Its importance depends on the product, structural role, place of use, regulatory system and customer or project rules.
For products going to the EU market the European Construction Products Regulation sets rules about checking, Declaration of Performance and CE marking.
This means an Indian factory can be affected by rules even though it is not in Europe.
The international decision chain is:
Product → role → Intended use → Place of sale → Applicable rules → Customer or project rule
This is a better way to check EN 1090 than asking whether a specific country “uses” the standard.
EN 1090: EU vs UK vs India
European Union
The EU is the important market to consider when talking about EN 1090. For construction products manufacturers must think about the rules, checking, Factory Production Control, Declaration of Performance and CE marking. The European Commission also gives advice explaining when EN 1090-1 is relevant to construction products.
United Kingdom
Do not assume the UK is the same as the EU. Manufacturers sending products to the UK should check the rules. Marking needs for their product and place of sale.
India
EN 1090 is not automatically required for every steel fabricator in India. However it can be important when Indian manufacturers:
- send parts overseas
- supply customers in Europe
- work with international EPC contractors
- take part in international tenders
- make products that follow EN 1090
- need to meet customer supplier-approval needs
Other International Markets
For places outside the EU manufacturers should check local rules, project rules and contract needs instead of thinking EN 1090 is always needed.
Does Every Steel Fabricator Need EN 1090?
No.
Cutting, welding or making steel does not automatically mean a company is covered by EN 1090-1.
Ask:
- What product are we making?
- Does it have an weight-bearing role?
- Is it meant to be part of buildings?
- Where will it be sold?
- Does the customer or project need EN 1090?
The European Commissions guidance focuses on the role and where the product is used when checking if EN 1090-1 applies.
EN 1090 Certification vs CE Marking
These terms are often confused.
EN 1090 Standard
Sets out rules for making and checking steel and aluminium parts.
EN 1090 Certification
Involves checking a manufacturer’s systems and controls Factory Production Control (FPC) in the checking framework.
CE Marking
CE marking is linked to the rules and Declaration of Performance for covered construction products in Europe.
Therefore:
EN 1090 ≠ Certification ≠ CE marking
They are connected,. They are not the same thing.
What Manufacturers Need to Control
An international manufacturer getting ready for EN 1090 should check:
- Factory Production Control (FPC)
- Welding coordination
- WPS and WPQR
- Welder qualifications
- Material certificates
- Material traceability
- Inspection and testing
- Equipment calibration
- Non-conformity controls
- Production records
- Applicable execution class
- Technical documentation
Common EN 1090 Mistakes
“We make steel so EN 1090 applies automatically.”
Not always. Product scope and use are important.
“Our factory is in India so European rules do not affect us.”
The place of sale is important when sending products to Europe.
“We already have ISO 9001.”
ISO 9001 is helpful. It does not replace EN 1090 needs.
“We will check certification after winning the order.”
This can cause problems, delays and extra costs.
“EXC2 works for every project.”
The right execution class should come from the project or design rules not just because it is cheaper or used often.
International EN 1090 Pre-Tender Checklist
Before offering for a structural-steel project check:
- Product. What exactly are we making?
- Structural function. Is it carrying weight?
- Market. Where will it be sold?
- Regulation. What rules apply?
- Customer. Is EN 1090 needed?
- Execution class. What class is needed?
- FPC. Is our production-control system ready?
- Welding. Are WPS, WPQR and welder qualifications correct?
- Traceability. Can we track materials through production?
- Documentation. Can we provide the needed records?
- Certification scope. Does our certification cover the work?
Frequently Asked Questions
Is EN 1090 required worldwide?
No. EN 1090 is not a legal requirement. Its use depends on the product, market, rules and project needs.
Do Indian companies need EN 1090 to export to Europe?
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Does every steel fabrication company need EN 1090 certification?
No.
Just because a company cuts or welds steel does not automatically mean EN 1090 applies.
The products structural role, intended use, market and applicable rules must be checked.
Does ISO 9001 replace EN 1090?
No.
ISO 9001 is a quality‑management system standard. It does not automatically show that a product meets the EN 1090 rules for structural components.
Which EN 1090 execution class should I choose?
Do not pick EXC1, EXC2, EXC3 or EXC4 just because it’s cheaper or more common.
The right execution class comes from the project’s design and technical needs.
For guidance see our [EN 1090 Execution Classes EXC1–EXC4 guide].
Conclusion
The question “Who needs EN 1090?” cannot be answered by looking at the country where a company is located.
The better way to think about it is:
- What are you making?
- Does it have a role?
- Where will it be used in the market?
- What rules apply?
- What does your customer or project rules say?
- For manufacturers in India EN 1090 can be very important when sending parts to European customers and big construction projects around the world.
- For companies in Europe it can be part of the process to show that products meet the rules.
- For companies working internationally it can be a requirement to be considered as a supplier.
The smart way to handle this is simple:
Decide what EN 1090 covers before you give a quote make the product or send it out.
If you are not sure if your steel or aluminum products need EN 1090 look at what you’re making where it is going and how you control the production before starting the certification.
EN 1090 Certification for Your International Project
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