CE certification is limited to basic safety requirements in terms of products not endangering the safety of humans, animals and goods, rather than general quality requirements. The coordination directive only stipulates the main requirements, and the general directive requirements are standard tasks. Therefore, the precise meaning is: the CE mark is a safety conformity mark rather than a quality conformity mark. are the "main requirements" that form the core of the European Directive.
The "CE" mark is a safety certification mark that is regarded as a passport for manufacturers to open and enter the European market. CE stands for CONFORMITE EUROPEENNE.
In the EU market, the "CE" mark is a compulsory certification mark. Whether it is a product produced by an enterprise within the EU or a product produced in other countries, if it wants to circulate freely in the EU market, it must be affixed with " CE" mark to indicate that the product complies with the basic requirements of the EU's "New Approach to Technical Coordination and Standardization" directive. This is a mandatory requirement imposed by EU law on products.
Confirm the exporting country
If you export to any of the 30 member countries of the European Economic Area (EEA) including the European Union (EU) and the European Free Trade Agreement (EFTA), CE certification may be required.
Confirm product categories and relevant EU product directives
If a product belongs to more than one category at the same time, it must meet the requirements listed in the product directives corresponding to all categories. Note: Some product directives sometimes list products that are excluded from the directive.
EU Authorized Representative
Authorized Representative
In order to ensure that the four requirements in the implementation process of CE Marking certification are met, EU legal requirements Manufacturers located outside the 30 EEA allied countries must designate an EU Authorized Representative (Authorized Representative) in the EU to ensure the consistency of product "safety" during the circulation process and use after the product is put on the European market. ; Technical files (Technical Files) must be stored in the EU for inspection by supervisory agencies at any time; remedial measures must be taken for products found by market supervision agencies that do not meet CE requirements, or for products that have accidents during use but have been affixed with CE labels. . (For example, temporarily removing it from the shelf, or permanently removing it from the market); after a product model with a CE label is put on the European market, if it encounters changes or changes in relevant EU laws, subsequent production of the same model Products must also be changed or modified accordingly to comply with the new EU legal requirements.
Modes required for certification
For almost all EU product directives, the directives usually provide manufacturers with several CE certification (Conformity Assessment Procedures) modes (Module ), manufacturers can tailor it according to their own circumstances and choose the model that best suits them.
Generally speaking, CE certification modes can be divided into the following 9 basic modes: Module A: internal production control
Module A: internal production control (self-declaration)
Module Aa: intervention of a Notified BodyMode Aa: Internal production control, plus third-party testing
Module B: EC type-examinationModule B: EC type test
Communication product CE certification Module C: conformity to type
Module C: Conformity to type Module D: production quality assurance
Module D: production quality assurance
Module E: product quality assurance Mode E: Product quality assurance
Module F: product verificationModule F: product verification
Module G: unit verification
Module G: unit verification
Module H: full quality assurance
Module H: full quality assurance
Based on different combinations of the above basic modes, several other different modes may be derived. Generally speaking, not any model is suitable for all products. In other words, manufacturers are not free to choose any of the above modes to obtain CE certification for their products.
The self-declaration model may have to go through a third-party certification body
Risk Level is lower (Minimal Risk). The EU product directive allows certain categories of risk levels (Risk Level). ) Manufacturers of products with lower (Minimal Risk) choose to carry out CE certification through Mode A: "Internal
Production Control (Self-Declaration)". Products with higher risk levels must be involved through the third-party certification agency NB (Notified Body). For products with higher risk levels, manufacturers must choose other modes besides Mode A, or Mode A plus other modes to achieve CE certification. In other words, it must be intervened through a third-party certification agency NB (Notified Body).
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In the certification process of other modes other than Mode A, it is usually necessary for at least one EU-recognized certification agency NB to participate in part of the certification process. Or all of them. Depending on the model, NB may intervene in the certification process through: sample testing, sampling testing, factory inspection, annual inspection, different quality system audits, etc., and issue corresponding test reports, certificates, etc.
More than 1,200 certification agencies have been recognized by the EU, and the vast majority of these certification agencies are located in EU allied countries. Normally, an NB is only authorized by the EU to carry out certification in one or several modes for a certain category or categories of products. In other words, it is impossible for an EU-authorized certification body to certify all product types. Even for the authorized product types, it is usually not authorized for all models. For each EU product directive, there is usually a NB list of authorized certification bodies for the product directive. [1]?
Maintenance and Update
(Technical Files)
EU law requires that after a product with a CE label is put on the European market, its Technical Files must be stored within the EU for inspection by supervisory authorities at any time. If the content contained in the technical documents changes, the technical documents should be updated in a timely manner.
Technical documents should usually include the following:
a. The name, trade name, and address of the manufacturer (EU Authorized Representative (EU Authorized Agent) AR).
b. Product model and number.
c. Product instruction manual.
d. Safety design documents (key structural drawings, i.e. design drawings that can reflect creepage distance, gaps, number and thickness of insulation layers).
e. Product technical conditions (or enterprise standards).
f. Product electrical schematic diagram.
g. Product roadmap.
h. List of key components or raw materials.
i. Testing Report.
j. Relevant certificates issued by the EU authorized certification agency NB (for modes other than Mode A).
k. Product registration certificate in the EU (for certain products such as: Class I medical devices, general IVD in vitro diagnostic medical devices).
l. CE Declaration of Conformity (DOC). [1]?
Certification fees
The main reasons for CE certification fees
CE certification fees mainly depend on the selected certification body and the relevant instructions of the product. Different product test items are also completely different. Generally, common products are electronic and electrical products, and common test items are classified into EMC and LVD directives. The cost of CE certification for mechanical products is much higher than that of ordinary products, which involves factory audit procedures and evaluations.
CE certification fees can apply for development fund subsidies
Small and medium-sized enterprise international market development fund project support includes product certification projects. As long as the enterprise meets the development fund project application conditions, it can apply for project subsidies. Support The content is product inspection and testing expenses. Other expenses will not be supported. The support rate is 50%. The maximum amount is 30,000 yuan per unit. Product certification must be carried out by a foreign certification company or an authorized agency (only directly authorized) that has been audited and registered by the China Certification and Accreditation Administration and the Industrial and Commercial Administration Department. Each company only supports one certification for each product in a country.
Choose CE certification agency
Most companies require TUV certification, but they all think that the quotation is too expensive. The authority of the CE certification issued by TUV is unquestionable, but in fact there are many certification agencies recognized by the EU. You can choose any certification agency recognized by the EU to pass the CE certification.
CE certification is only a product safety certification and does not certify product quality. Therefore, there is not much difference between certification bodies recognized by TUV or other European member states. Domestic certification bodies can also issue CE certification certificates.
CE certification is a kind of conformity assessment, which generally consists of two forms: self-declaration and certification by a certification body.
Domestic CE certification certificates:
The first point: the authority is questioned and the testing certificate is not recognized, and the company will suffer great losses.
Second point: When the export goods are landed, the other party's customs may prevent your goods from landing. The reason is that domestic testing institutions are not recognized by EU countries, and the testing institutions cannot guarantee you if there is a problem.
CE certification fees and product directives
Some products require CE certification only to pass LVD certification, but customers specify that EMC directives must be met, and there is a cost gap between the two. When doing CE certification, some customers plan to sell it in the domestic market. The purpose of doing CE certification is to promote their products, so they can just choose any instruction to do it. CE certification stipulates that its products can circulate freely in the markets of EU member states and requires that all instructions contained in its products pass testing and certification before they can be affixed with the CE mark. CE certification for electrical appliances generally requires LVD and EMC and should also include the Machinery Directive. Therefore, the costs are completely different. The CE certification selection instructions should also refer to the customer's opinions and the product's own situation.
Certification time
Domestic testing time is relatively fast, but the real certification body recognized by the EU takes a little longer. When choosing a certification agency, you must also consider the requirements of customers and your own needs. For example, if the other company specifies TUV certification, then it should do it according to the customer's requirements. As a large multinational enterprise, if you want to build a world-class brand, then do it. TUV certification is completely in line with your own situation. At this stage, certificates issued by domestic institutions can also be recognized by the EU, and there are also EU certification agencies.
Test items
Electromagnetic compatibility test items (EMC)
Main items and standards for conducted interference voltage EMC testing
Space radiation (Radiation ) EN55011,13,22 FCC Part 15&18, VCCI
Conduction (Click) EN55014-1
Power radiation (Power Clamp) EN55013,14-1
Magnetic field radiation (Magnetic Emission) EN55011,15
Low frequency interference ( Low Frequency Immunity) EN50091-2
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) IEC61000-4-2, EN61000-4-2, GB/T17626.2
Radiated immunity (R/ S) IEC61000-4-3, EN61000-4-3, GB/T17626.3
Burst immunity (EFT/B) IEC61000-4-4, EN61000-4-4, GB/ T17626.4
Surge immunity (SURGE) IEC61000-4-5, EN61000-4-5, GB/T17626.5
Conducted disturbance immunity (C/ S) IEC61000-4-6, EN61000-4-6, GB/T17626.6
Power frequency magnetic field immunity (M/S) IEC61000-4-8, EN61000-4-8, GB /T17626.8
Voltage drop (DIPS) IEC61000-4-11, EN61000-4-11, GB/T17626.11
Harmonic current (Harmonic) IEC61000-3- 2. EN61000-3-2
Voltage flicker (Flicker) IEC61000-3-3, EN61000-3-3
Radiated field strength
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Antenna terminal interferes with telephone calls
Harmonic current
Fluctuating voltage
Radio frequency interference voltage
Low-frequency magnetic field
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Continuous interference
Static electricity
Transient pulse
Radio frequency continuous wave
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Pulse
Power supply voltage transient
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Working voltage
Fault test
Impact test
Vibration test
Impact test
Electrical clearance, creep test Electrical distance and insulation penetration distance
Plug test
Protective connection conductor resistance
External conductor terminal block
Power cord stress relief test
Electrical connection and fastening test
Leakage test
Accessibility test
Energy hazard check
Limitations Power supply test
Safety interlock device test
Printed circuit board test
Power supply protective sleeve
Packaging and sealing parts inspection
External force resistance test
Electrical equipment inside the building
Electric shock test
Dielectric strength test
Label inspection and Test
Radiation test
Heat test
SELV test
TNV test
Current limiting circuit test
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Overload test
Manual device test
Battery explosion-proof test
Overflow test
Flammability test
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Vicat test
Waterproof
Test
Low voltage test item (LVD)
Input test Power test Heating test Temperature rise test Humidity test Humidity test Glow-wire test Glow-wire test Over Load test Overload test Leakage current measurements Leakage current test Electric Strength test Earth continuity test Earth continuity test Cord anchorage test Stability test Plug torque test Impact test Capacitor discharge test at plug Fault conditions test Component damage test Working voltage measurement Working voltage test Motor lock-rotor test Low and high temperature test High and low temperature test Tumbling test Drum drop test Insulation resistance test Ball pressure test Ball pressure test Screw Torque test Screw torque test Needle flame testNeedle flame test
Certification mark
The CE certification mark is accepted by the national regulatory authorities of the European Union member states responsible for implementing market product safety control, not by customers. , when a product has a CE certification mark attached, the authorities responsible for sales safety supervision of member states should assume that it meets the main requirements of the directive and can circulate freely in the European market.