GS Certification and GS Mark
The GS Mark, which stands for Geprüfte Sicherheit ("Tested Safety") is a voluntary certification scheme for technical equipment. Awarding of the GS Mark means that the product meets the safety requirements set out in the German Product Safety Act and, if applicable, relevant European safety standards. Moreover, the GS Mark certification requirements exceed those of the mandatory CE mark and the EN standard – meaning that products awarded the GS Mark exceed the required legal requirements for safety.
Although the GS Mark was initially designed for the German market, it is now a worldwide recognized mark of safety, and communicates to your customers that your product adheres to high standards.
QIMA is authorized to conduct relevant testing and award the GS mark for the following product groups:
| Electrical products (with and without heating) Electrical products with food contact Products with skin contact Lights/lamps Power supplies Battery chargers Audio, video and similar electronic devices and equipment Bicycles and accessories Sports and leisure articles | Toys Wheeled child conveyances Items for infants and young children Outdoor products Suitcases and bags Step stools Hand-driven power tools, including cleaning equipment (without motor) Hand-driven garden tools (without motor) |
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How GS Mark is Awarded
In order to test whether your product meets the requirements for the GS Mark, the laboratory under the Certification Body, accredited by the Zentralstelle der Länder für Sicherheitstechnik (ZLS), will conduct the following checks:
Product prototype tests
Tests of compliance with legal requirements
Initial and yearly manufacturing site inspection/audit for continuous control of production
If the testing process confirms your product’s compliance with all relevant requirements, it will be issued a GS Certificate, and awarded the GS Mark (valid for five years maximum).
Why Do You Need GS Mark Certification?
Demonstrate product safety above and beyond the legal requirements
Secure access to the German and EU market
Improve your brand’s standing globally
Give your consumers confidence in your product
Minimize risk of product liability
Gain a competitive edge