Hallmarking Act

The Hallmarking Act is the foundational legislation that governs the UK’s precious metal certification system, mandating the testing and hallmarking of items made from gold, silver, platinum, and palladium to guarantee purity and consumer protection. It sets the legal framework for assay office operations, import approvals, licensing, and enforcement—shaping manufacturing, sourcing, compliance, and retail practices across the jewellery supply chain. Jewellery Focus offers comprehensive, trade-centric analysis of the Act’s ongoing relevance, including consultations, regulatory amendments, enforcement updates, cross-border implications, and stakeholder responses. Our reporting equips UK retailers, manufacturers, designers, assay offices, and suppliers with the knowledge to navigate legal obligations, ensure compliance, protect brand reputation, and confidently communicate authenticity to consumers.