Brazil
INMETRO Certification, ANATEL Certification, Regulatory Standard NR, and ABNT Brazilian Technical Standards (Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas).
Certification Services in Brazil :
INMETRO
ANATEL
NR
INMETRO
The National Institute of Metrology of Brazil, Normalização e Qualidade Industrial, also known as INMETRO, is the body responsible for recognizing certification organizations responsible for certifying products for conformity and authorizing approved certification marks. This certification scheme is known as the Brazilian Conformity Assessment System (SBAC).
INMETRO is responsible for product certification, service certification, licensing, and testing laboratories, among other things.
INMETRO Certification
INMETRO certification is a mandatory document in Brazil for confirming the conformity of products and services. The certification process examines risks primarily related to health, environmental protection, and safety.
LIST OF PRODUCTS SUBJECT TO INMETRO CERTIFICATION:
- electrical and electronic products,
- medical equipment,
household appliances, - automotive components.
INMETRO Certification Stages:
- Document Review
- Pre-licensing Inspection
- Product Certification and Marking
INMETRO Certification Marks
INMETRO certification requires periodic actions after approval to maintain a manufacturer’s certified status.
VES Testing & Certification has extensive experience with certification processes and can address any additional questions regarding INMETRO. Contact our experts at info@ves-certification.com
ANATEL
The National Telecommunications Agency (ANATEL) is the Brazilian regulatory authority that defines the requirements for certification and commercialization of telecommunications devices and radio frequency equipment, based on the frequencies and technologies used.
List of Products Requiring ANATEL Certification
ANATEL certification applies to a wide range of products, grouped into three main categories:
- Terminal equipment (e.g., mobile phones, chargers, modems)
- Equipment with limited emissions (e.g., devices using WLAN, Bluetooth, radar technology)
- Other radio equipment (e.g., mobile radio signaling devices, cable connectors, fiber optic cables)
Approval Forms
The ANATEL system provides two main approval routes:
- Certificate of Conformity
- Declaration of Conformity
ANATEL Certification Process
- Submit a testing application – all testing must be carried out in Brazil, in accredited laboratories
- Submit the ANATEL Certificate of Conformity through an accredited certification body (OCD)
- Apply to ANATEL for the Homologation Certificate
The process typically takes 2–3 months and must be initiated through a local company (Local Representative).
ANATEL Marking
All products certified according to ANATEL requirements must bear the ANATEL mark before crossing the border, as shown below.
VES Testing & Certification is ready to provide you with detailed information about ANATEL certification. Please send your request to info@ves-certification.com
NR (Regulatory Standard)
Machines and industrial products destined for the Brazilian market must comply with the technical safety requirements of the Brazilian Technical Standards Norme Regulamentadore (NR) and ABNT (Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas).
NR compliance must be confirmed for each batch of products before being placed into service in Brazil.
VES Testing & Certification provides comprehensive support throughout all phases of the following NR regulations:
NR Regulation No. 10 – Safety of Electrical Installations and Services
NR Regulation No. 12 – Safety of Machines and Equipment
NR Regulation No. 13 – Safety of Pressure Equipment
Our Certification Services in Brazil include:
• Analysis of product and supplier compliance with Brazilian legislation
• Registration with the relevant Brazilian authorities (if required)
• Consulting and preparation for certification with state regulatory bodies (if required)
• Laboratory testing in authorized laboratories (if required)
• Submission of applications and full organization of the certification process
Contact us at info@ves-certification.com or WhatsApp Contact. Our specialists will help you identify the exact requirements in Brazil and provide guidance on timelines and costs for compliance.