This service supports manufacturers in obtaining certifications and approvals required to market electrical, electronic, and radio equipment internationally. The timeline of the service varies depending on the product and destination countries. Support is provided throughout development, certification, and post-market compliance. The service is designed for manufacturers in sectors such as medical devices, consumer electronics, automotive, lighting, household appliances, batteries, and IT/AV. The goal of the service is to ensure product compliance with safety, EMC, energy efficiency, radio, and cybersecurity regulations for access to over 210 countries and territories. The service has the following phases: a) Regulatory analysis and market selection, b) Testing and certification, c) Coordination with local authorities, d) Post-certification support. The activities delivered include: Accredited testing (EMC, RF, safety, energy efficiency), Certification of radio technologies: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, UWB, RFID, 2G, 5G, NB-IoT, LTE-M, LoRa and GNSS, Issuance of CE, FCC, ISED, KC, MIC, Anatel, ICASA and other national marks, Cybersecurity assessments, Regulatory monitoring and updates. The service aims to support startups produce compliant products with the necessary certifications to access global markets, backed by official test reports and regulatory approval. The service is executed through DEKRA's international GMA network and partner labs, with local experts in over 15 countries ensuring smooth coordination and localised regulatory support.
This hourly rate typically ranges between €175 and €275, depending on the complexity of the equipment, required capabilities, and the regulatory requirements of each destination market.
DEKRA Global Market Access (GMA) services are fully customised based on the equipment specifications, RF interfaces, target markets, and applicable standards. The final quotation depends on these factors, as well as fixed certification or approval fees set by national regulatory authorities, which are included in the total cost. In addition, a service rate is applied for technical and administrative support provided throughout the process.
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