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8. Glossary
Comparative tests: tests on different products fulfilling similar usage functions, the results of which provide the consumer with objective information on the performance he can expect from these products.
Programmed obsolescence: or planned obsolescence, is the process by which a good becomes obsolete because it is no longer usable or "fashionable" as a result of a strategy programmed or planned by companies. The shortening of the product's lifespan is considered right from the design stage.
Standard: set of specifications describing an object or process, used as a rule and technical reference. A standard is not mandatory, compliance with it being a voluntary act. Some standards are made mandatory by a regulatory text or decree.
Certification: activity whereby a recognized body, independent of the parties involved,...
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Bibliography
Websites
Institut national de la consommation institutional website http://www.conso.net
60 millions de consommateurs magazine website of the Institut national de la consommation (French consumer institute) http://www.60millions-mag.com
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Standards and norms
- Supplier-user relations – Product comparison tests – Basic principles - AFNOR NF X50-005 - 08-75
- Supplier-user relations – Comparative product test results - AFNOR NF X 50-006 NF X50-006 - 08-93
- Online consumer reviews – Principles and requirements for collecting, moderating and reporting online consumer reviews - AFNOR NF Z74-501 - 07-13
Regulations
Directive 2001/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of December 3, 2001 on general product safety
Right of reply in the press: the right of reply in the press is governed by article 13 of the law of July 29, 1881 on freedom of the press.
Right of reply on the Internet: the right of reply on the Internet is governed by article 6, IV...
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French consumer associations approved by the public authorities to represent consumers in public consultation bodies and to take legal action (2016)
ADEIC – Association for consumer protection, education and information http://www.adeic.fr
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