1. GS mark
The GS mark stands for "Geprüfte Sicherheit," which translates to "tested safety" in English. The mark is recognized throughout Europe and is a symbol of quality and safety. The GS mark is not mandatory in Germany, but it is highly recommended. Many German manufacturers choose to have their products certified with the GS mark as a way of demonstrating their commitment to quality and safety. In addition, some retailers may require products to have the GS mark before they will stock them.
2. More about GS mark
Household appliances, household electronic equipment, luminaires, audio-visual equipment, office electrical and electronic equipment, and other safety-related products.
Not sure if your product requires GS mark? Please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist further.
Testing items varies depending on the products. For safety testing items on specific product, please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist you further. Below are some of typical testing items for GS mark:
- Working voltage;
- Fault test;
- Impact test;
- Vibration test;
- Shock test;
- Flammability test;
- Plug test;
- Protection connection conductor resistance;
- Power cord stress relief test;
- Electrical connection and fixed connection test;
- Leakage test;
- Accessibility test;
- Energy hazard check;
- Limited power source (LPS) test;
- Safety interlock device test
- Printed circuit board test;
- Power supply protective cover;
- Encapsulation and sealing parts test;
- Resistance to external force test;
- Electrical equipment in (on) buildings;
- Electric shock test;
- Dielectric strength test;
- Labeling inspection and test;
- Radiation test;
- Temperature rise Test;
- SELV test;
- TNV test;
- Limited current circuit (LCC) test;
- Overload Test;
- Manual device test;
- Battery explosion proof test;
- Overflow test;
- Electrical clearance, creepage distance and insulation penetration distance;
- External wire terminals;
- …
Below is a list of safety & EMC testing standards we’re capable of. And our team is always available for any general inquiries, or technical discussions regarding the following safety & EMC testing standards. Not sure which standard apply to your product? Please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist further.
- Information Technology (IT) & Audiovisual (AV) Products and Power Supplies for IT/AV Products: EN 62368-1; EN 60335-1; EN 60335-2-29; EN 55032; EN 55035; EN 61000-3-2; EN 61000-3-3;
- Wireless Products: EN 62368-1; ETSI EN 300220; ETSI EN 300440; ETSI EN 300328; ETSI EN 301357; ETSI EN 301511; ETSI EN 301489;
- Household Appliance: EN 60335-1; EN 60335-2-29; EN 60335-XX; EN 55014-1; EN 55014-2; EN 61000-3-2; EN 61000-3-3;
- Medical Products: EN 60601-1; EN 55011; EN 61000-6-2; EN 61000-3-2; EN 61000-3-3;
- LED Bulb Light: EN 62560:2012+A1:2015; EN 62493:2015; EN 62471:2008; IEC/TR 62778:2014;
- Self-ballasted Fluorescent Lamps: EN 60968:2015; EN 62493:2015; EN 62471:2008;
- Fixed Luminaires: EN 60598-1:2015; EN 60598-2-1:1989; EN 62471:2008; IEC/TR 62778:2014; EN 62493:2015;
- Recessed Luminaires: EN 60598-1:2015; EN 60598-2-2:2012; EN 62471:2008; IEC/TR 62778:2014; EN 62493:2015;
- Streetlights and Streetlamps: EN 60598-1:2015; EN 60598-2-3:2003+A1:2011; EN 62471:2008; IEC/TR 62778:2014; EN 62493:2015;
- Floodlights: EN 60598-1:2015; EN 60598-2-5:2015; EN 62471:2008; IEC/TR 62778:2014; EN 62493:2015;
- LED Driver: EN 61347-2-13:2014; EN 61347-1:2015; EN 62493:2015.
GTG Group assists clients through every step of the testing process. Fill out our short form and start taking advantages of our deep industry expertise and extensive technical knowledge to help expedite the process today!
Required documentation varies depending on the products. For detailed required documentation on specific product, please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist you further. Below are some of typical required documentation for power supplies:
- Application form;
- Documentation required for safety assessment: user manuals, parts lists, circuit diagrams, layout, structural drawings, specifications of parts (transformer…);
- CB certificate and test report of the product (if available);
- Food contact parts (if any)
- Nameplate in German (correct size GS logo required);
- EMC assessment report factory declaration of conformity (DOC);
- Instruction manual in German;
- Shipment samples for structural reviewing, type approval testing or ergonomic assessment;
- Assessment reports for Noise and EN50332, if applicable;
- Assessment reports for DMF, EMF, if applicable.
Below are the general application steps for achieving GS certificate. Have questions or not sure where to start? Please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist further.
- Initial meeting: at the meeting, the testing agency will explain to the applicant’s product engineer(s) the specific procedures for certification and the relevant standards, and provide application forms;
- Submit documentation required: the applicant shall all the documentation required to the testing agency, including submit general assembly diagrams, electrical schematics, bill of materials, product use or installation instructions, explanation of model differences;
- Technical meeting: after the testing agency has reviewed the applicant’s documentation, a technical meeting will be arranged with the applicant’s technical engineer(s);
- Sample test: the test will be carried out in accordance with the applicable standards, either in the manufacturer’s laboratory or the testing laboratories in any of the countries;
- Factory inspection: GS certificate requires inspection of safety-related procedures at the production site;
- A GS certificate will be issued after all the procedures have done.
GS certificate is valid for 5 years from the date of issue, and the factory will be reviewed once a year during the validity period. 5 years later, you will need to re-test the product to obtain GS certificate.
4. Factory inspection
Factory inspection is required before issuing GS certificate:
- Quality management;
- Production line of the products to be certified;
- Raw materials, purchased parts, components and parts;
- Measurement;
- Factory test facility;
- Technical documentation;
- Technical services.
5. Price and lead time
You will never pay for services that you don’t need! GTG Group provides a customized quote which are tailored to each client's needs and budget. Furthermore, we can expedite the certification process by leveraging modern technologies that ensure you receive the GS certificate in a reasonably short time frame, faster than the average industry time.
However, the cost and the lead time of testing and certification varies depending on the product complexity and the testing requirements. GTG Group provides free consultation to assess your needs and provide advice on how to get started with compliance. Contact us today by filling out our short form!
6. Why choose us?
Founded in 2012, GTG Group is an independent ISO/IEC 17025 accredited product testing and certification services provider in China, providing comprehensive testing and regulatory certifications obtaining services for a wide range of products. Our goal is to certify your products and ensure their compliance with regulatory standards in order to help you access worldwide markets.
