Mexico NOM certification

What is NOM certification

The NOM mark is a mandatory safety mark in Mexico to indicate that the product complies with the relevant NOM standards. The NOM mark applies to most products, including telecommunications and information technology equipment, household electrical appliances, lamps and other products that are potentially hazardous to health and safety. Whether locally manufactured or imported products in Mexico, they must comply with relevant NOM standards and product labeling regulations.

NOM certified product range

NOM compulsory certification products are generally electronic and electrical products with a voltage exceeding 24 volts AC or DC. Mainly suitable for product safety, energy and thermal effects, installation, health and agriculture. The following products must obtain NOM certification before they are allowed to enter the Mexican market:

1.     Electronic or electrical products for home, office and factory use

2.     Computer LAN equipment

3.     Lighting

4.     Tires, toys and school supplies

5.     Medical equipment

6.     Wired and wireless communication products, such as wired phones, wireless phones, etc.

7.     Products driven by electricity, propane, natural gas or batteries

NOM certification data preparation

1.     Application Form

2.     Proxy Statement

3.     Registration documents of local importers or distributors

4.     Related CB certificates and reports

5.     Instructions for use in Spanish (required to include warranty)

6.     Technical documents (circuit diagram, assembly drawing, parts list) or CB (including Mexican deviation)

7.     Service Manual

8.     Company Profile (English)

9.     Parts Supply Guarantee

Label information on the packaging

1.     the name and address of the importer or distributor

2.     NOM logo

3.     Original domestic information

4.     Product input/output rating

5.     Product name and model

6.     Package quantity

NOM certification process

1. Find a third-party testing agency to provide services

2. At least two samples are sent to the testing institution for testing

3. Provide all product information (Spain)

4. Provide certification application to the testing agency

5. Provide the name and address of the Mexican distributor or importer

NOM certification cycle

4-6 weeks