IECEE CB Scheme and Approvals
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With the integration of the world economy and the continuous updating of products, there are increasing compliance requirements for products and global market access has become more and more challenging for manufacturers.
In the global market, IECEE has established the world's most extensive CB scheme. The IECEE CB Scheme is a multilateral scheme among participating countries and certification organizations.
The IECEE CB Scheme offers manufacturers a simplified way of obtaining multiple national safety certifications for their products. to make 'one product, one test, one mark worldwide' come true. It is an efficient way to eliminate the delay caused by repeated testing and certification, and to help companies enter the international market more conveniently and quickly.
In terms of certifications for other regions, the European Union CE and the US FCC wireless certification are also accepted by many countries in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa and South America. They are important documents for local compliance, which can save unnecessary test cost and turnaround time.
HTW built a close business relationship with Notified Body (NB) around the world to provide customers with comprehensive global certification services in more than 100 countries and regions for more than 20 years. Our lab operates strictly according to ISO/IEC 17025 over 10000㎡, offer debugging service makes us outstanding among TIC industry.
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CB Scheme
The IECEE CB Scheme, based on the use of international (IEC) standards.
It means that once an electronic technical product has been tested and certified reliable and safe by HTW (CB Testing Laboratory, IECEE CBTL), it doesn’t need to be tested by another.
HTW is able to issue a CB Test Certificate and a CB Test Report that you can use to obtain national certifications in participating countries of the CB Scheme.
Put another way, it enables test reports to “travel” across regions and borders. A product tested to the standards laid down by the IEC in one country will not usually need further assessment to obtain certification from another IECEE NCB. Re-testing should only be necessary if the product is complex and/or highly innovative. In most cases, ‘travelling’ will be a matter of simple paperwork.
For the IECEE CB scheme, each participating country has one or more organizations accepted by the IECEE as National Certification Bodies (NCBs). There are National Certification Bodies (NCBs) in 44 countries participating in the CB Scheme as followed (updated in Sept, 2021). The full list of participating countries can be found on the IEC/IECEE website. CBTCs (CB Testing Laboratories) are recognized internationally, which is based on international IEC standards. kindly check our accreditation: Shenzhen Huatongwei International Inspection Co Ltd.
Product We Test
Batteries
Switches for appliances
IT and office equipment
Electric toys
Portable tools
Household Appliance
Electrical & Electronics
Low voltage, High Power Switching Equipment etc.
CB Scheme Process
1. Apply to HTW for a CB Test Certificate and Test Report
2. Provide samples, technical documents and other materials on a case-by-case basis
3. Product Testing at HTW lab (IECEE CBTL) based on the relevant IEC standards
4. Test Report issued by HTW
5. CB Test Certificate issued by HTW
6. Send the CB Test Certificate and Test Report to NCBs (National Certification Bodies) in your target countries for national certifications
7. Get national certifications of your target countries (should be participating countries of CB scheme)
Additional information can be found on the CB Scheme Web site at http://www.iecee.org.
NOTES
Some countries have qualification requirements for CB certificate issuing agencies
The National Certification accepts CB certificate and test report within 3-year validity
The CB test report includes national deviations by default
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Through the CB Scheme, we can help you gain access to the global markets you desire. Below are some frequently asked questions about the CB Scheme
Q: What is the CB Scheme?
A: The CB Scheme is an international program for exchange and acceptance of product safety test results among participating laboratories and certification organizations around the world. The CB Scheme offers manufacturers a simplified way of obtaining multiple national safety certifications for their products.
Q: What does "CB Scheme" stand for?
A: The "CB" in CB Scheme stands for Certification Body. The official name of the CB Scheme is actually the "Scheme of the IECEE for Mutual Recognition of Test Certificates for Electrical Equipment."
Q: How does the CB Scheme work?
A: A manufacturer applies to any of the participating National Certification Bodies (NCBs) for a CB Test Certificate (HTW has three NCBs: Toronto, Canada, Cortland, NY United Kingdom, and Stockholm, Sweden). The NCB will work with one of their accredited CBTLs (HTW has thirty-eight CBTLs around the world) to conduct complete testing and evaluation of the manufacturer's product to determine conformity with the appropriate IECEE standard. If the product is found to be in compliance with the standard, the CBTL will issue a CB Test Report, based on which the NCB will issue a CB Test Certificate. In many cases, per a manufacturer's request, the NCB will also issue its own national approval or certification for the product. (HTW can issue our own Marks: ETL Listed Mark for USA and Canada, S Mark for Europe, GS Mark for Germany.) The manufacturer can then present the CB Test Report and CB Test Certificate to other participating NCBs in order to obtain additional certifications for its product through simplified procedures.
Q: How can the CB Scheme benefit me?
A: The CB Scheme can help you save money, save time, obtain certifications more quickly, and reduce the number of test samples needed. When a manufacturer applies to NCB for national certification based on its previously obtained CB Test Certificate, the NCB will normally grant its certification with minimal, if any, re-testing provided that the results of the NCB's examination of the product, the CB Test Certificate, and the CB Test Report are favorable. In addition, NCBs are encouraged to handle applications for certification based on CB Test Certificates on a priority basis. As a result, costs for testing and evaluation are normally reduced, certifications are granted in less time than in normal cases, additional test samples are not damaged or destroyed, and the time and effort needed by the manufacturer's personnel to support the project are minimized. HTW can assist with the application to many NCBs around the world to further simplify this process for the manufacturer.
Q: Does the system really work?
A: Absolutely. The increasing number of manufacturers seeking certification through the CB Scheme will find that the participating NCBs truly honor their commitments to the rules of the program. What's more, manufacturers will experience a refreshing simplification and acceleration of the certification process and market entry.
Q: How can I apply for CB Scheme certification?
A: A manufacturer can apply to any NCB for either a CB Test Certificate or for certification based on an existing CB Test Certificate. The NCB will provide details on fees, samples, documents, and certification procedures applicable in the country of the NCB.
Q: What standards and product categories are covered by the CB Scheme?
A: The scope of products covered by the CB Scheme is quite broad. It includes categories such as IT and Office Equipment, Household Electronics and Appliances, Lighting Equipment, Testing and Measuring Equipment, Electrical Medical Equipment and Portable Tools, as well as many others. The standards used are the various IEC standards corresponding to these product categories, although it is important to note that national differences to these IEC standards exist for many of the participating countries. It is advised to notify the NCB which countries this product shall be evaluated for, so the applicable national deviations are taken into consideration.
Q: What products are covered under the CB Scheme?
A: Batteries, cables and cords, capacitors as components, medical equipment, household appliances, installation accessories and connection devices, switches for appliances, automatic controls for electrical household appliances, IT and office equipment, lighting, low voltage and high power switching equipment, portable tools, safety transformers and similar equipment.
Q: How are national differences handled?
A: Compliance with national differences may be evaluated either by the NCB issuing the CB Test Certificate and CB Test Report, or by the NCB to whom the CB Test Certificate and CB Test Report are presented for recognition and acceptance. However, it may further reduce costs, completion time, sample requirements, and project complexity by having all appropriate national differences evaluated by the NCB who issues the CB Test Certificate and CB Test Report.
Q: How can I learn more about the CB Scheme?
A: You can learn more about the CB Scheme by contacting any of our HTW offices or visiting IECEE’s web site.
1. Provide us with product pictures, product brochures/manuals
2. Determine your needs（test report purpose/ test itmes/ standards）
3. Receive the testing/compliance service proposal and quotation
4. Sign contract and make payment
5.Send samples (please contact us for address info.)
6.Informed project opening and test TAT(turn around time) via email
7.Testing
8.Draft report for your confirmation
9. Formal reports endorsed by ILAC - CNAS (electronic version)
10.Sample Discard or Return