Article 6: Classification rules for high-risk AI systems

Two routes to high-risk: Annex I regulated products (6(1)) and Annex III use cases (6(2)); 6(3) gives a limited exception where the system does not pose significant risk.

Applies from 2027-12-02Obligations 1

Obligations under this article

Classify the system against Article 6 / Annex III — Provider, Deployer

Legal source

Art. 6 AIA · Commission draft HRAI guidelines, 19 May 2026

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