Determine the applicable NOM: The first step is to determine the NOM that applies to the product. The product’s NOM standard system can be confirmed by consulting the Mexican official standards database on the website of the Mexican Ministry of Economy.
You can also check out the results at the end of the article.
Prepare technical documents and test reports
Product information: Prepare detailed information about the product, including technical specifications, test reports, user manuals, etc.
Company information: Provide relevant information such as the company’s registration certificate, production plant information, brand registration certificate, etc.
Entrust a certification agency
Certification agency: Find a suitable certification agency who will assist you in completing the certification application process.
Testing: Send samples for inspection and testing
Send the product to an accredited laboratory (generally speaking, the laboratory is UL de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.) for necessary testing to ensure compliance with the NOM standard.
Evaluation Report: Receive laboratory test results and obtain an evaluation report to confirm whether the product meets the certification requirements
Submit application documents
Submit the complete application documents to the relevant regulatory agency, such as the Mexican Ministry of Economy (Secretaría de Economía) or other relevant departments.
Obtaining a NOM certificate
Generally speaking, it takes 4-8 weeks from submitting the information to receiving the certificate (depending on the type of product).
Marking the NOM mark on the product: After obtaining the NOM certificate, you need to mark the NOM mark on the product. The NOM mark is a visual indicator that your product meets the requirements of the applicable NOM.
