Also known as: Product homologation, Technical approval
The process of verifying and certifying that an imported product meets the importing country's technical standards, ensuring safety, compatibility, and quality.
Homologation is the process of verifying and certifying that an imported product meets the technical standards in the destination country. In Mexico, homologation is required for products such as telecommunications equipment (IFT), electronic devices (safety NOM), vehicles and auto parts (transport NOM), medical devices (COFEPRIS), and appliances (energy efficiency NOM). The process includes laboratory testing, document review, and issuance of a homologation certificate by an accredited body.
Mexican Official Standard (NOM)
Mandatory technical regulation establishing requirements and specifications that products and services must meet in Mexico.
DocumentsNOM Compliance Certificate
A document issued by an accredited conformity assessment body certifying that an imported product meets the applicable Mexican Official Standard requirements.
RegulationsNon-Tariff Barriers (NTBs)
Measures other than tariffs that countries impose on international trade to protect health, safety, environment, and domestic industry.
DocumentsQuality Certificate
A document issued by the manufacturer or an accredited laboratory certifying that goods meet established technical specifications for quality, composition, or performance.