ANNEX A: REGULATORY IMPACT ASSESSMENT Extension of Product Liability to Primary Agricultural Products Options and issues of equity or fairness
The approach adopted by the Commission in its proposal seeks to achieve the desired objectives at minimum cost.  Action in this area is within the exclusive competence of the Community and is aimed at harmonising application of the rules on liability for defective products across the Community.  Any additional costs arising from the measure would apply to businesses throughout the Community and would not affect the competitive position of Northern Ireland based businesses in relation to those based in other member states.