Talking about certification
Materials produced by the CTBC technical team to make regulatory processes easier to understand.
What is conformity assessment?
Introduction to the concept
Mar/2017
Mandatory certification: when is it required?
Regulatory obligations
May/2017
How to prepare your company for certification
Practical guide
Aug/2017
Certification in the fuel sector
SASC, TSC and TEPS
Aug/2017
Jan/2018
Maintaining certification after issuance
Surveillance and renewal
Feb/2019
ISO 9001 in practice: what to expect from the process
Management systems
Mar/2019
Regulatory updates and new scopes
Ordinances and standards
Nov/2020
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What is INMETRO and what is its relationship with CTBC?
INMETRO is the government agency that accredits certification bodies. CTBC is a private body accredited by INMETRO to carry out assessments in specific scopes.
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How long does the certification process take?
The timeline depends on the scope. In general, processes for industrial products take between 3 and 6 months from the request to the issuance of the certificate.
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Can CTBC help us prepare our company?
CTBC does not provide consulting services — this is a structural requirement to ensure impartiality. During the process, we clarify requirements and provide technical feedback on nonconformities identified.
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What happens if my product is rejected?
We identify the nonconformities, communicate them formally and set a deadline for corrective actions. Once corrected, the item is reassessed.
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What is the difference between product certification and ISO 9001?
Product certification attests that a specific product meets the standards. ISO 9001 certifies the organization's quality management system. The two certifications are complementary.