Voluntary certification
Voluntary Certification is the process through which a manufacturer confirms that their product meets quality standards on their own initiative. This type of certification can be applied to all goods and services.
NEED FOR VOLUNTARY CERTIFICATION
Manufacturers and sellers aiming to enhance product promotion, marketability, and competitiveness often pursue voluntary certification. Products certified through a conformity certificate or similar documents generally gain greater consumer trust. From a commercial perspective, such certification makes it more advantageous to market these products. Just like mandatory certification, voluntary certification can significantly impact product sales.
PROCESS OF VOLUNTARY CERTIFICATION
To begin voluntary certification, an application must be submitted to an accredited certification body. The body reviews all documents before making a decision.
If needed, samples may be taken for testing and analysis. If the certification scheme involves evaluating the production environment, a certification body commission will conduct the necessary assessments.
Key areas of production analysis include:
- Technical, technological, and regulatory documentation
- Condition of equipment
- Manufacturing processes
- Product quality control
- Packaging, labeling, and storage
- Metrological support
- Staff qualifications
After evaluating the submitted documents, analyses, tests, and protocols, the certification body will decide whether to issue a certificate of conformity or a similar document, or to refuse it.
If the product does not meet established standards or if the conformity mark is misused, the certification body has the authority to cancel or suspend the validity of the issued documents until the manufacturer or seller addresses the identified issues.
Our team is prepared to offer comprehensive support in obtaining these documents and addressing any quality improvement issues. This certification will set your product apart from competitors and aid in successfully entering new markets.