Certification IntroductionIn order to improve the environmental performance of energy-consuming products and control ecological environment pollution. On October 31, 2009, the European Union officially issued the Ecological Requirements Directive 2009/125/EC for energy-related products, namely the ErP (Energy-related Products) Directive "Directive to Establish a Framework for Ecological Design Requirements for Energy-related Products". It is a rewrite of the EuP (Energy-using Products) Directive (2005/32/EC), which came into force on November 10, 2009. ErP Directive In order to improve the EuP Directive 2005/32/EC and further expand its scope, the European Union officially issued the Ecological Requirements Directive 2009/125/EC for energy-related products on October 31, 2009. A framework for eco-design requirements for products (Energy-related Products). Since November 20, 2009, ErP Directive 2009/125/EC replaces the original EuP Directive (2005/32/EC, 2008/28/EC). The original IM based on the EuP instruction will be converted to the IM of this instruction at the same time.ErP Directive Product ScopeLike the EuP, the ErP directive does not apply to means of transport of people and goods. In addition to energy-consuming products covered by the original EuP Directive: simple set-top boxes, televisions, external power supplies, fluorescent lamps without integral ballasts, ballasts for gas discharge lamps, and lamps using such lamps and ballasts, non-directional Household lights, directional lights, LED lights, lamps, luminaire controllers (including LED drivers and electronic transformers), dimmers and sensors, motors, household refrigeration appliances, circulating pumps, but also other energy-conserving products such as windows , insulating materials or aquatic products (such as shower heads, faucets, etc.).ErP Directive Implementation RulesThe ErP directive is not a directive for product requirements, but only a framework directive. In accordance with the relevant provisions of this directive, the EU further formulates a directive on the eco-design requirements that certain types of energy-consuming products must meet, called "Implementing Measures", or IM for short. The promulgated implementation rules are as follows: 1. Eco-design requirements for standby power consumption of electrical and electronic equipment for home office use (No 1275/2008) The release date is December 2008, and the implementation date is January 7, 2010. 2. The ecological design requirements for simple set-top boxes (No 107/2009) were issued on February 2009 and implemented on February 25, 2010. 3. The ecological design requirements for non-directional household lamps (No 244/2009) were issued on March 2009 and implemented on September 1, 2009. 4. Eco-design requirements for fluorescent lamps without integrated ballasts, high-intensity gas discharge lamps and their ballasts and lamps (No 245/2009) issued on March 2009 and implemented on April 13, 2010. 5. The Eco-Design Requirements for External Power Supply (No 278/2009) was published on April 2009 and implemented on April 27, 2010. 6. The ecological design requirements for electric motors (No 640/2009) were issued on July 2009 and implemented on June 16, 2010. 7. Eco-design requirements for stand-alone shaftless circulators (No 641/2009) were issued on August 2009 and implemented on January 1, 2010. 8. The release date of TV eco-design requirements (No 642/2009) is July 2009, and the implementation date is January 7, 2010. 9. The Ecodesign Requirements for Household Refrigeration Equipment (No 643/2009) was issued on July 2009 and implemented on July 1, 2010. 10. The domestic washing machine (No 1015/2010) was released on November 2010 and implemented on December 1, 2011. 11. The domestic dishwasher (No 1016/2010) has a release date of November 2010 and an implementation date of December 1, 2011. 12. Household clothes dryers (No 932/2012) have a release date of October 2012 and an implementation date of November 1, 2013. 13. Motor-Driven Fans with Input Power Range Between 125 W and 500 KW (No 327/2011) Release date April 2011, implementation date April 6, 2011. 14. Ecodesign Requirements for Directional Lights, LED Lights and Related Equipment (No 1194/2012) The publication date is December 2012 and the implementation date is September 1, 2013.ErP certification steps1. Conformity AssessmentAccording to the requirements of the ErP Directive, manufacturers can choose one of the two assessment modes of "Internal Design Control" (Annex IV of the ErP Directive) or "Environmental Management System" (Annex V of the ErP Directive) for assessment.2. Organize and form technical documentation (TDF)· Manufacturers must form technical documentation· Technical documentation should include information on design, manufacture, operation and final disposal of the product· Details will be clarified through implementation measures for each product3. Issue a Declaration of Conformity (DoC)· Basic Information· Directives and standards to follow4. Label CE mark· Harmonized Standard Tests – EMC, LVD, etc.· Label CE mark
What is EU REPThe full name of EU REP is the European Authorised Representative, which refers to a natural or legal person explicitly designated by a manufacturer located outside the European Economic Area EEA (including EU and EFTA). The natural or legal person may represent the manufacturer outside the EEA to perform specific duties required by the manufacturer in the relevant EU directives and laws.When the products of exporters outside the EU encounter any problems in customs clearance, the European representative will help the exporter communicate with the customs and solve the problem, and the customs will usually require communication with the exporter's European representative. When the exporter's products have any problems during the sales process in the EU, it is also EU REP that assists to solve the problem. Therefore, EU REP bears certain risks. The higher the risk of the products exported by the exporter, the higher the risk EU REP takes.EU market regulationThe EU Market Regulation 2019/1020, namely REGULATION (EU) 2019/1020 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL, will take effect on July 16, 2021. If the product sold by the customer bears the CE mark and is manufactured outside the EU, then before July 16, 2021, they need to ensure that: 1. Such products have a responsible person in the EU; 2. Products with the CE mark are affixed with Information about the EU REP. After July 16, 2021, it is illegal to sell CE-marked goods in the EU without an EU REP.What products need to do EU REPExcept for medical equipment, civilian explosives, and certain lifts and ropeway devices, the sale of CE-marked goods must have a responsible person located in the European Union (ie, EU REP). Product categories include: toys, gas stoves (appliances), electrical and electronic products controlled by the electromagnetic compatibility directive, personal protective equipment, explosion-proof products, measurement and testing equipment, non-automatic weighing equipment, boats, simple pressure vessels, and energy-saving related products , Electrical and electrical products, radio equipment, mechanical equipment, equipment that may generate noise, pressure equipment, electrical and electronic equipment, and hazardous substances in equipment controlled by low-voltage directives.The risks of not having an EU representative1. The goods are detained 2. The product link is removed from the shelf 3. The category review fails, and a DOC issued by the EU representative is requiredEU REP logo requirementsThe company name, address, contact information and other information of EU REP/Yingdai need to be reflected on the product or on the packaging or accompanying documents. For details, please refer to the following examples.
Certification IntroductionThe full name of REACH is "Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals", which is EU Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, which is the EU regulation on the registration, evaluation, authorization and restriction of chemicals, which came into effect on June 1, 2007. Its purpose is to ensure a high level of protection of human health and the environment, to promote the free movement of chemicals on the EU market, and to increase competitiveness and innovation.SVHC List Latest NewsSeptember 3, 2019: The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) conducts a public consultation on 4 substances proposed for inclusion in the Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) list with the following names:· 2-Benzyl-2-dimethylamino-1-(4-morpholinophenyl)butanone· 2-Methyl-1-(4-methylthiophenyl)-2-morpholinyl-1-propanone· Diisohexyl phthalate· Perfluorobutanesulfonic acid (PFBS) and its salts July 16, 2019: The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) updated the SVHC list with the latest requirement item 201.Applicable product scopeThe scope of the REACH regulation is broad. It covers almost all commercial products that are not food, feed and pharmaceuticals. Consumer products such as clothing and footwear, jewellery, electrical and electronic products, toys, furniture, and health and beauty products are all covered by REACH.Law contentRegistering any chemical that reaches the 1000kg per year threshold requires manufacturers and importers to apply for registration, whether the chemical is present as a chemical itself, as part of a mixture, or as a substance or mixture released from an article. Since only EU-based individuals or EU-established companies can submit REACH registrations, non-EU companies wishing to register a chemical substance will need to appoint an Only Representative (OR) to do so on their behalf. The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) is responsible for evaluating the information submitted for registration. Restrictions Each restricted substance has a different range of conditions and restrictions. For example, a hazardous substance itself may be prohibited from being placed on the EU market, or products containing the substance in certain concentrations may be prohibited. Appendix XVII is a list of restricted substances, which will be updated regularly. authorization The purpose of authorization is to eliminate or effectively control the risks posed by chemicals, especially those harmful to human health or the environment. This process is divided into two main stages, each of which entails certain obligations on different stakeholders in the supply chain:A substance has been identified as a Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) and placed on the Candidate List. If the content of an SVHC exceeds 0.1% by weight, the information is immediately transmitted to the recipient of the item in the supply chain. Consumers can also request this information from retailers, which must be provided within 45 days. If the weight of SVHC in the article exceeds 0.1% and exceeds 1 ton per year, ECHA must be notified. The Candidate List is updated twice a year. Substances on the Candidate List will be prioritized for inclusion in the Authorization List (Appendix XIV). SVHCs on the authorisation list cannot be used or imported into the EU after a specified date (known as the sunset date) unless they have already been authorised. The authorisation applies only to those chemicals used in and/or imported into the EU, and items manufactured in the EU. However, it does not apply to EU imports. This list of authorizations is updated approximately annually. All products manufactured in or imported into the EU must comply with all applicable REACH requirements. It is important to remember that compliance with one requirement does not imply exemption from the other requirements. For example, in addition to meeting the requirements related to the Candidate List, a product may also need to meet some restricted requirements.
Certification IntroductionThe full name of RoHS Directive is The Restriction of the use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment. In 2002, the European Union first proposed the concept of RoHS - a directive to restrict the use of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic products (EEE). RoHS first stage Directive 2002/95/EC: July 21, 2011 EU restrictions on lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd), hexavalent chromium (Cr6+), polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE) in the production of certain electrical and electronic equipment sold within the European Union. RoHS secondary stage Directive 2011/65/EU: January 2, 2013 EU Restriction of Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), Cadmium (Cd), Hexavalent Chromium (Cr VI), Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB), Polybrominated Diphenyls Ether (PBDE), bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), cresylbutyl phthalate (BBP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP), phthalic acid Diisobutyl ester (DIBP) (referred to as o-phenyl 4P). In addition to the European Union, other countries and regions around the world, such as China, California, Singapore, India, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, etc., have also introduced RoHS control requirements, making RoHS the most basic entry threshold for electrical and electronic products to enter the global market.Test items and regulatory requirementsThe content of each homogeneous material shall not exceed the following limits: Lead: Limit 1000ppm Mercury: Limit 1000ppm Hexavalent Chromium: Limit 1000ppm Cadmium: Limit 100ppm Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB): Limit 1000ppm Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE): Limit 1000ppm Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP): Limit 1000ppm Dibutyl phthalate (DBP): Limit 1000ppm Benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP): Limit 1000ppm Diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP): Limit 1000ppmApplicable product scopeThe RoHS Directive covers a wide scope of products, covering almost all electrical and electronic products and their raw materials Category 1 - Large Household Appliances Category 2 - Small Household Appliances Category 3 - IT and Communication Equipment Category 4 - Consumer Equipment Class 5 - Lighting Equipment Class 6 - Electronic and Electrical Tools Class 7 - Toys, Leisure and Sports Equipment Class 8 - Medical Equipment Class 9 - Industrial Monitoring and Control Instruments Surveillance Equipment Class 10 - Vending Machines Class 11 - Other EEE not included in the above classesapplication process1. Apply for ROHS testing and submit the application form; 2. Our company provides a quotation; 3. Make payment according to the quotation agreement between the two parties; 4. Mail samples to our company; 5. Arrangement of testing matters 6. Test result verdict7. Mail the report to the applicant, and the test is over.Application documents1. Only carry out heavy metal detection: about 5-10g for solid and 5-10mL for liquid; 2. Only for brominated flame retardant test: about 10-20g for solid and 10-20mL for liquid; 3. For heavy metal and organic pollutant detection: provide samples of about 20-30g; 4. For other organic pollutant detection: provide samples of about 30g; The approximate weight of the material part of the coating); if the weight of the coating (coating) part does not meet the requirements of the sample amount, the coating (coating) raw material should be provided.otherHow long is the RoHS report valid for? RoHS certification does not have a mandatory validity period. If the test standard for RoHS certification is not officially revised, the original ROHS certificate can be valid for a long time. How long does it take to do RoHS testing? Common products apply for ROHS certification. On the premise that customers provide samples and materials, the RoHS testing time for conventional products is about 5-7 days. Does RoHS certification require factory inspection? RoHS does not require factory inspection.
What is a CE Declaration of Conformity?CE certification is a pass for products to enter the EU market. Electronic and electrical products must obtain CE certification and stamp the CE certification mark on the product. There are three CE certification modes.(1) Declaration of conformity / Declaration of compliance issued by the enterprise itself. This certificate is a self-declaration and should not be issued by a third-party agency (intermediary or testing and certification agency). Therefore, it can be in EU format. Enterprise "Declaration of Conformity" instead. (2) Certificate of compliance / "Certificate of Compliance", which is a declaration of compliance issued by a third-party agency (intermediary or testing and certification agency), and must be accompanied by technical information such as test reports and TCF. At the same time, the enterprise must also sign "Declaration of Conformity".(3) EC Attestation of conformity "Certificate of Conformity to EU Standards", this is a certificate issued by the EU Notified Body (Notified Body abbreviated as NB). According to EU regulations, only NB is qualified to issue the CE declaration of EC Type.EU-Declaration of Conformity is a statement made in writing and formulated by the manufacturer to prove that the product bears the CE mark and fulfills the requirements of the European Union. The declaration shall apply to all Community Acts applicable to the product and contains all the information required to determine the Community harmonised legislation to which the declaration relates. This declaration must cover one or more manufactured products, clearly identified by product name, product code or other unambiguous means. If the manufacturer is located outside the European Union, it must be retained by the manufacturer or its authorized representative in Europe.declare basic requirements1. State the date of compliance with the new electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives; 2. State compliance with the new EN or BS standards; 3. Include the manufacturer's name; 4. Include the product, trademark or model; 5. Include the European Union Information such as binding signature and seal on behalf of the authorized person; 6. The six-sided pictures of the product and packaging show mandatory marks.What products require a CE Declaration of ConformityAll products that are required to bear the CE safety mark require a declaration of conformity. In the EU market, the CE safety certification mark is a mandatory certification mark. Whether it is a product produced by an EU company or a product produced in other countries, if it wants to circulate freely in the EU market, it must be affixed with the "CE" mark. For e-commerce sellers, be aware that electronics, toys, sunglasses, and mechanical fitness equipment are all mandatory for the logo.application process1. Identify the applicable directives and unified standards for the product; 2. Identify the special requirements for the product in each directive; 3. Determine whether it is necessary for the product to be submitted to the EU designated agency for conformity assessment; 4. Test the product to determine that the product is qualified; 5. Edit the technical file, pay attention to the different requirements for the technical file for each instruction.When is a Declaration of Conformity required Legally, a DoC needs to be made the first time a product is sold. In practice, DoC is mainly used when customs enter EC land. In addition, the authorities (market surveillance) will issue opinions to manufacturers and importers to produce DoCs in the event of accidents or interference issues. If you manufacture OEM products, the DoC may facilitate acceptance of your products by your customers.PrecautionsCE certification can use self-declaration for most products. At this time, the manufacturer or its authorized representative agency in the European Union must sign the "Declaration of Conformity" (Self Declaration of Conformity). The content of the declaration of conformity varies from directive to directive. It should be noted that the Declaration of Conformity must be prepared according to the Directive, and if a product has two applicable Directives, two Declarations of Conformity should be prepared and signed separately.Many companies think that they can use the CE mark with the CE certificate of a testing agency or certification agency. This is a misunderstanding. Since it is a self-declaration, the enterprise itself is responsible for the use of the CE mark, and the CE certificate issued by a third-party organization is only an indirect proof. However, if the CE certificate is issued by an EU notified body, it is not necessary to issue a self-declaration.It is not enough to sign the declaration of conformity, the manufacturer must also submit the technical organization file TCF (Technical Construction File), including technical documents or technical files such as test reports, product technical descriptions, circuit diagrams, etc., to prove that the product is technically compliant with the directive. required. It is also very important to prepare a technical file that meets the requirements. The fee charged by the EU designated agency to prepare the TCF for the customer is the same as the fee for issuing the certificate (excluding the testing fee).After the manufacturer signs the Declaration of Conformity with the required TCF, the manufacturer can use the CE mark on the product. At present, many CE certificates are not recognized by European customers or management agencies, mainly due to the lack of understanding of the CE marking system.
Certification IntroductionUKCA is short for UK Conformity Assessed. On February 2, 2019, the British government announced that it would adopt the UKCA logo scheme in the event of a no-deal Brexit. After March 29, trade with the UK will be conducted in accordance with the rules of the World Trade Organization (WTO). The UKCA mark is the same as the CE mark. It is the responsibility of the manufacturer to ensure that the product meets the standards stipulated by the law, and after self-declaration in accordance with the prescribed procedures, make the corresponding mark on the product. Most products currently under the control of the CE mark must be affixed with the UKCA mark if they are to be exported to the UK market (England, Wales and Scotland) in the future. The UKCA mark does not apply to products entering Northern Ireland.Certification BackgroundThe UK is currently in the midst of a Brexit transition period that will run until the end of 2020. On September 1, 2020, the UK Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy officially announced on its official website that the UKCA logo will be used from January 1, 2021.At present, most products covered by the CE mark will also fall within the scope of use of the UKCA mark. It will also work with aerosol products.From January 1, 2021, those products that require CE marking in the EU market will need to have the UKCA marking, manufacturer's declaration of conformity and complete conformity assessment technical documentation to enter the UK market. The requirements of the UKCA declaration of conformity DoC are also equivalent to the declaration of conformity of the EU CE mark, but the corresponding British BS standards must be used on the DoC and declared in line with UK regulations.As a transitional period, for products with the same technical requirements and marking rules as UK and EU, CE marking will still be accepted until January 1, 2022. However, if the CE marking rules of products are changed during this period, the CE marking according to the new EU rules will not be accepted by the UK market. Therefore, it is advisable to transition to using the UKCA logo as early as possible.Scope of application· Toy Safety · Leisure Boats and Personal Watercraft · Simple Pressure Vessels · Electromagnetic Compatibility · Non-automatic Weighing Instruments · Measuring Instruments · Lifts · Explosion Proof · Radio Equipment · Pressure Equipment · Personal Protection Equipment · Gas Appliances · Machinery · Outdoor Noise · Eco-design · Gas Sols , Low Voltage Appliances · Hazardous Substances RestrictionProducts covered by the UKCA Mark, but with some special rules: Medical Equipment Railway Interoperability Construction Products Civil ExplosivesThe use of UKCA markIf a mandatory third-party conformity assessment has been carried out by an EU-recognized conformity assessment body, or if a previous certificate of conformity issued by a UK body has been moved to an EU-recognized conformity assessment body, manufacturers can still use the CE mark to sell on the UK market product. If the UK Notified Body was originally used and the conformity assessment file was not transferred to the EU Notified Body before January 1, 2021, the UKCA mark must be used immediately from January 1, 2021, and the CE mark will no longer be accepted. Products that have been produced and put on the market before December 31, 2020 can still be sold in the UK market using the existing CE mark. The UKCA mark will not be recognized in the EU market, and products that currently require CE marking still require CE marking for sale in the EU. Products deemed to be within the scope of mandatory regulatory control to enter the UK market will require a UK Conformity Assessment (UKCA) mark after 31 December 2020 and must contact a UK accredited third party body. Until 1 January 2023, except for products to which special rules apply, the UKCA logo and relevant importer and manufacturer information can be marked on the product itself or on the documentation accompanying the product, while January 2023 After 1 day, it can only be marked on the product body.UK Declaration of ConformityThe UK Declaration of Conformity is a document that must be drafted for most products legally bearing the UKCA mark.In the document, you as the manufacturer or your authorised representative (where permitted by the relevant legislation) shall:· A declaration that the product complies with the relevant statutory requirements applicable to the particular product· Make sure the document contains the name and address of the manufacturer (or your authorised representative), and information about the product and conformity assessment body (if relevant)Provide the UK Declaration of Conformity to market surveillance authorities on request.The information required for the Declaration of Conformity will be substantially the same as that currently required for the EU Declaration of Conformity. This may vary by application regulations, but should generally include:· Your name and full business address or the name and full business address of an authorized representative· Serial number, model or type identification of the product· A statement stating that you are solely responsible for the compliance of the product· Details of the approved body performing the conformity assessment procedure (if applicable)· Relevant regulations that the product complies with· your name and signature· Statement release date· Supplementary Information (if applicable)
