As the "black box" in automotive electronic equipment, tachegraph has become the standard of tens of millions of car owners by means of real-time image recording, accident forensics and other functions. With the continuous growth of European market demand, mastering the CE certification process has become a compulsory course for enterprises to explore overseas markets.
Why must I apply for CE certification?
Eu regulations clearly stipulate that the tachograph, as an on-board electronic device, must pass CE certification and mark to enter the European market. The certification not only verifies that the product meets the requirements of EMC, RoHS and other directives, but also the authoritative endorsement of product safety. According to the data, in 2022, 98% of China's dashrecorders exported to the EU suffered customs clearance delays due to non-certification, highlighting the necessity of compliance certification.
Application document preparation guide
Enterprises need to prepare three core documents: technical documents should include circuit diagram, component list and other design materials; The test report shall cover 8 major test items such as radiation emission and static immunity; System documentation should reflect ISO9001 quality management certification. Special reminder: The product shell must be marked with a clear CE mark position, and the power adapter must pass the LVD low voltage instruction test.
Complete the certification process in five steps
1. Pre-assessment: Professional institutions conduct initial sample inspection to identify rectification items
2. Formal testing: Complete all tests in a laboratory that meets ISO17025 standards
3. Report review: the engineer team cross-checked the accuracy of the data
4. Certificate issuance: Obtain paper certificate and electronic filing certificate simultaneously
5. Annual maintenance: 20% random inspection is conducted every year to maintain the validity of the certificate
The entire cycle usually takes 4-6 weeks, and it is recommended that companies start the certification process three months in advance.
The business value of certification
The CE certified tachograph can not only circulate freely in the 28 EU countries, but also increase the product premium space by about 15-20%. According to the data of the purchasing department of Walmart Europe, the winning rate of certified suppliers has increased by 47%, which confirms the positive effect of certification on the competitiveness of enterprises.
When enterprises hold this "European passport", it means that the product has obtained the golden key to open the 500 million consumer market. Choosing a certification body with CNAS qualification and testing in strict accordance with EN 50498 and other standards will be a solid springboard for the internationalization of enterprises.
