Product certificates that we issue
An overview of certificates and quality marks
At DEKRA, we issue a wide range of product certificates and product quality marks. This shows your customers and end users that safety, performance and quality are important to you. In addition, with the right product certificates you demonstrate that your products have been tested by an independent test institute, with the knowledge and resources to carry out product testing on all relevant aspects.
DEKRA's own product certificates
DEKRA has its own product certificates and quality marks for safe products. Our product certificates are specially developed for international markets, such as the United Kingdom, Canada or the United States.
DEKRA UKCA
DEKRA has been appointed by the United Kingdom of Great Britain’s Office for Product Safety & Standards to act as an approved body under the UKEX Regulations. The appointment allows DEKRA Certification UK Ltd to perform conformity assessment against the UKEX requirements.
Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL)
DEKRA is a Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) by OSHA (U.S.) and a Certification Body accredited by the SCC (Canada). We support you to access these markets with the right product certificates, when your product complies with the relevant standards.
INMETRO certification
INMETRO is the compulsory certification mark for electrical and non-electrical products marketed in Brazil. DEKRA’s local offices in Brazil, with Portuguese-speaking experts, are ready to support you.
Other product certificates we issue
In addition to our own product certificates, we also issue other certificates and quality marks. See below which product certificates these are and which market you can enter with them.
CB-report
With a CB report, you can apply for other national certification marks from test houses affiliated with the IECEE. DEKRA acts as a National Certification Body (NCB) and as a Certified Body Testing Laboratory (CBTL). We can test and certify under the CB scheme.
CCA-mark
The CCA Mark covers virtually all electrical equipment and components sold on the EU market. This certification mark confirms that you comply with the relevant standards and regulations and can be combined with
DEKRA Mark​.
CCC-certificate
To enter the Chinese market your product needs to be compliant with the CCC scheme. DEKRA is recognized by the China Quality Certification Centre (CQC) and China Certification Center for Electromagnetic Compatibility (CEMC). This allows for easy conversion from a CB report into a CCC certificate.
CTIA-certificate
Do you manufacture batteries or wireless components? Getting certified for CTIA can help set your products apart from the competition and grant you access to the US market.
E4 Mark
The E4 Mark demonstrates that you meet the latest compulsory EMC requirements for automotive products and components throughout Europe.
ENEC Mark
The ENEC Mark is the single certification mark for electrical and lighting products and components for the entire European Union. It can be combined with
DEKRA Mark
and demonstrates safety and performance.
ENEC+ Mark
The ENEC+ Mark covers overall performance of lighting products. The quality mark comes on top of the ENEC quality mark. The combination strengthens the position of your product.
GCC Mark
The Gulf countries have developed and implemented their own mandatory safety standards for low-voltage electronics and toys. DEKRA is a GSO Notified Body and can help you comply and obtain the GCC Mark for your products.
GS Mark
The GS Mark is a voluntary safety mark for the EU market and is well recognized in Germany and in German-speaking countries. Certified products must meet the quality and safety requirements of the German Product Safety Act (ProdSG).
IECEx certification
Products designed for environments with explosion risk are tested in our own test laboratory. With an internationally recognized IECEx certification, you gain direct access to many markets because you comply with the relevant standards and regulations. IECEx can be combined with ATEX, FM, QPS and TIIS, for example.
KEMA-KEUR
KEMA-KEUR
is only issued in combination with
DEKRA Mark
, our quality mark for safe products. KEMA-KEUR will be replaced by DEKRA Mark.
Learn more here
.
KEMA-KEUR HAR
The HAR is a common mark for cables and cords which comply with harmonized European specifications. It is a well-recognized mark that supports cable manufacturers in exporting their products to countries where CENELEC standards have been officially implemented.
Product certificates FAQ
What are product certificates?
Companies that want to manufacture products and sell them in the market need to go through the process of product certification to ensure that their products are safe and reliable. Product certificates demonstrate that your product meets pre-defined criteria or standards. The process is carried out by a third-party organization or certification body, like DEKRA. Our experts will test whether your product complies with relevant national and international standards for quality, safety, and environmental performance.
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