The scope of applicable products and processing requirements of ETL certification in the United States. ETL certification is a certification required for products to enter the United States and Canada, UL certification is still the most common certification in North America, and ETL certification also has its advantages. The cost of ETL recognition will be much lower than that of UL recognition, including the time period will be much shorter.
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ETL certification application cycle.
1. The general test cycle is as follows:
The laboratory test cycle is 2-3 weeks (if the information is complete, if the test is qualified).
After passing the test, it is expected that the draft report will be issued within 5-7 working days
Like UL and CSA, ETL can test and issue ETL certification marks according to UL standards or US national standards, and can also issue composite certification marks in accordance with UL standards or US national standards and CSA standards or Canadian standards at the same time. Bottom right"us"Indicates that it applies to the United States, above"c"Indicates that it applies to Canada and has at the same time"us"with"c"This applies in both countries.
2. Draft confirmation + issuance:
The certificate will be issued within 5-7 working days after the draft is confirmed.
In addition, if the customer has not applied for ETL certification before, the first time to apply for ETL certification needs to apply for an ETL control number.
In addition, new customers need to wait for the factory inspection to pass before the certificate can be issued.
Those who have previously applied for ETL certification can apply directly without applying for an ETL control number.
New customer process: first apply for a control number - test - factory inspection - certification.
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Any electrical, mechanical, or electromechanical product bearing the ETL mark indicates that the product has met the minimum requirements of the generally accepted U.S. and Canadian product safety standards and that it has been tested to meet the relevant product safety standardsIt also represents the consent of the manufacturing plant to undergo rigorous regular inspections to ensure the consistency of product quality and can be sold to both the U.S. and Canadian markets.
ETL Mark.
1) ETL Inspection Mark: Any electrical, mechanical, or electromechanical product bearing the ETL inspection mark indicates that it has been tested to comply with relevant industry standards. Every industry has different testing standards, so be sure to consult with a professional for specific product requirements. The ETL inspection mark is widely used in cable products, indicating that the relevant tests have been passed.
2) ETL Listed MarkAny electrical, mechanical or electromechanical product bearing the ETL mark indicates that it has been tested to meet the relevant product safety standards and that the manufacturer agrees to undergo rigorous periodic inspections to ensure consistent product quality. Bottom right"us"Indicates that it applies to the United States, the bottom left"c"Indicates that it applies to Canada and has at the same time"us"with"c"This applies in both countries.
ETL certification checks.
ETLs are generally not required to conduct pre-certification factory inspections, but are subject to a regular, unannounced follow-up inspection program that includes factory inspections, and an annual fee is levied to compensate for these inspections.
If necessary, inspectors can witness the re-testing of the product or test it in the laboratory after sampling.
The licensee must sign a statutory contract (service agreement) with the ETL, which clearly sets out the responsibilities of the manufacturer and the conditions for the continuous ETL listing and the use of the ETL mark.
Workflow for ETL Certification:
1. Submit the application form.
2. Send samples to the laboratory.
3. Sample testing in the laboratory.
4. After the test, submit the data to the agency for a report.
5. Factory inspection (factory inspection is required for the first application).
6. After passing, the ETL certificate will be issued by the institution.
ETL certification application materials:
Manuals, circuit diagrams, PCB front and back silk screen drawings, parts lists, key component lists and related certificates & specifications, business photos.