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Keymark The Keymark is the European mark based on the idea ‘tested and certified once, accepted everywhere’.

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Keymark What is it? The Keymark is a voluntary quality mark for products and services. It is jointly owned by the European Standards Organizations CEN and CENELEC. The Keymark System is operated by certification bodies that have been authorized by CEN. The rigorous certification methodology offers the assurance that the service or product demonstrates continued compliance with all relevant European Standards (ENs). Manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers can all apply for the Keymark.

The Keymark works for consumers “The Single European Market nee ds a Single European Mark of Conform ity.” Stephen Russell, Secretary-Gene ral ANEC (The European consumer voic e

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ANEC lobbied for the creation of the Keymark and has been a firm supporter of its use. Bea ring in mind that the requirements of European Standard s allow consumer products on sale in the Single Mar ket to be safe and to reach an agreed level of performance, ANE C values the Keymark as a visible and independent confirm ation of the conformity of a product to European Standards. ANEC also prefers the Keymark to multiple certification mar ks, so that European consumers receive a single and con sistent message.

Safety counts: The Keymark on porta ble fire extinguishers assures the purchase r that the product adheres to all relevant European Stan dards.

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Better built homes: The Keymarking of building materials, such as ceramic tiles and thermal insulation, benefits all links of the supply chain.

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stry took the initiative of bringing In the case of thermal insulation, indu national borders. This was done to together certification bodies across e then, uct, but also fair competition. Sinc ensure not only a high quality prod me. sche the in this area have joined most European certification bodies is an opportunity for certification Participating in the Keymark System an a European level. The pan-Europe bodies to develop their business at as ent ensures continued improvem participation in Keymark schemes scheme increase. This broad the in knowledge and experience with nities for exchange with colleagues European base also provides opportu ts. and networking with potential clien

Keymark Certification How does it work? The Keymark is a voluntary third party certification mark operated by empowered certification bodies. The Keymark shows that the product meets all requirements of the relevant European Standards. Once a product or service is Keymark certified there is no need for re-testing against European Standards in other countries participating in the scheme. In order to ensure ongoing compliance regular surveillance is an essential element of the Keymark system. Manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers are authorized to use the Keymark after a successful certification process. For more information contact [email protected].

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About CEN The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is a business facilitator in Europe, removing trade barriers for European industry and consumers. Its mission is to foster the European economy in global trading and promote the welfare of European citizens and the environment. Through its services it provides a platform for the development of European Standards and other technical specifications. CEN’s 30 National Members work together to develop voluntary European Standards (ENs) in various sectors to build a European Internal Market for goods and services and to strengthen Europe’s position in the global economy. More than 60.000 technical experts, as well as business federations, consumer and other societal interest organizations, are involved in the CEN network that reaches over 480 million people.

www.cen.eu – [email protected]