What is NOM certification
The NOM mark is a mandatory safety mark in Mexico to indicate that the product meets the relevant NOM standards. The NOM logo applies to most products, including telecommunications and information technology equipment, home electrical appliances, lamps and other products that are potentially dangerous to health and safety. Products manufactured or imported locally in Mexico must comply with the relevant NOM standards and product labeling regulations.
NOM certified product range
Products that are mandatory for NOM certification are generally AC or DC electrical and electronic products with voltages exceeding 24 volts. It is mainly applied to product safety, energy and heat effects, installation, health and agriculture. The following products must obtain NOM certification before they can enter the Mexican market:
1. Electronic or electrical products for use in homes, offices, and factories
2. Computer LAN equipment
Lighting device
4. Tyres, toys and school supplies
5. Medical equipment
6. Wired and wireless communication products, such as wired telephones, wireless telephones, etc.
7. Products powered by electricity, propane, natural gas or batteries
NOM certification data preparation
Application form
2. Agency statement
3. Registration documents for local importers or distributors
4. Related CB Certificates and Reports
5. Instructions for use in Spanish (requirements include quality assurance)
6. Technical documents (route drawings, assembly drawings, parts list) or CB (including Mexican deviations)
7. Service Manual
8. Company Profile (English)
9. Parts Supply Guarantee
Label information on the package
1. The name and address of the importer or distributor
2. NOM logo
3. Domestically produced information
4. Product input/output ratings
5. Product Name and Model
6. Packing quantity
NOM certification process
1. Find a third-party testing agency to provide services
2. At least two templates to the testing agency to do the test
3. Provide all product information (Spain)
4. Provide certification application to testing organization
5. Provide the name and address of the distributor or importer in Mexico
NOM certification cycle
4-6 weeks