INMETRO Certification for Automotive Components: What You Need to Know to Ensure Quality and Safety

INMETRO Ordinances No. 145 and No. 110, both of March 2022, establish essential requirements for the certification of automotive components in Brazil. These regulations aim to guarantee the quality and safety of the products on the market, benefiting the end consumer.

Main Requirements of the Ordinances:

1. Compulsory Certification: Automotive components, whether manufactured domestically or imported, must obtain compulsory certification before being marketed in the country.
2. Supplier Declaration of Conformity (SDoC): Suppliers are responsible for declaring that their products meet the established requirements, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards.
3. Studies and Tests: Products must undergo specific tests to verify their compliance with the applicable technical regulations, guaranteeing adequate performance and user safety.
4. Labeling and Conformity Identification Seal: Certified components must display the Conformity Identification Seal, which indicates to the consumer that the product meets INMETRO’s standards.

Benefits for the End Consumer:

• Increased safety: Certification ensures that automotive components meet strict safety criteria, reducing the risk of failures and accidents.
• Guaranteed Quality: Certified products undergo tests to verify their durability and performance, giving consumers greater confidence.
• Transparency: The Conformity Identification Seal makes it easier to identify products that comply with regulatory requirements, helping with purchasing decisions.

Guidelines for Companies:

To obtain certification for automotive components in accordance with Ordinances No. 145 and No. 110, companies must:

1. Documentation Analysis: Gather and present all the required technical documentation, including product specifications and test reports.
2. Carrying out tests: Test the products in accredited laboratories to verify compliance with technical requirements.
3. Issuing the Declaration of Conformity: After passing the tests, issue the declaration certifying that the product complies with the applicable regulations.
4. Registration with INMETRO: Register the product with INMETRO to obtain authorization to use the Conformity Identification Seal.

Companies must keep up to date with current regulations and ensure that their products are compliant, ensuring consumer safety and the quality of automotive components on the Brazilian market.