Certification Checklist
Global product certification requirements by target market.
1. Why it matters
Product certification is destination-driven: the same LED luminaire needs different marks for the EU, North America, the Gulf and Australia. Shipping without the right marks means customs holds, blocked rebates, or a recall — so the checklist must be built market by market before you place the order.
2. Certifications by market
| Market | Mandatory | Rebate / preferred |
|---|---|---|
| EU / UK | CE (LVD+EMC), RoHS, ErP; UKCA for GB | ENEC, ENEC+ |
| USA / Canada | UL/ETL safety, FCC (drivers) | DLC / Energy Star (rebates) |
| Gulf (GCC) | SASO / G-Mark | — |
| Australia / NZ | RCM (SAA), MEPS | — |
3. Read the certificate, not the logo
A logo on a datasheet is a claim; the certificate with a resolvable number is proof. Confirm four things on the document before you treat a mark as real.
- The exact model/SKU is listed — not just the product family.
- The issuing body is accredited (NANDO for CE notified bodies; OSHA NRTL for UL/ETL).
- The scope covers your use (indoor/outdoor, voltage, mounting).
- The certificate is current, not expired or withdrawn.
4. Who pays and who holds the certificate
Certification can be held by the factory, the brand, or a component maker. If the driver is UL-recognised but the finished luminaire is not UL-listed, you cannot claim the luminaire is certified. Clarify ownership and whether re-testing is needed for your private label.
5. Checklist
- List the mandatory marks for every destination country
- Verify each certificate number on the issuer/accreditation database
- Confirm the exact model appears on the certificate
- Check component vs finished-product certification scope
- Budget re-testing time/cost if private-labelling