In the field of radio equipment certification, the EN 18031 standard is an important "pass" for products to enter the EU market. It covers radio equipment in multiple fields, clarifies the applicable product range and certification process, and is of great significance for enterprises to enter the EU market in compliance.
Product scope applicable to EN 18031
The applicable products of EN 18031 should be classified and defined according to standards, and widely cover various types of radio equipment.
1. Consumer electronics category: smartphones, smart speakers, smart vacuum cleaners, etc. These products integrate wireless communication functions and ensure the security and compliance of wireless communication through the EN 18031 standard, allowing consumers to use smart living devices with peace of mind.
2. Internet of Things (iot) device category: smart door locks, network cameras, industrial sensors, etc. Iot devices rely on wireless connections to transmit data. This standard lays a solid foundation for the security of data transmission and device compatibility, and helps the stable operation of the iot ecosystem.
3. Financial terminal category: POS machines, ATMs, cryptocurrency hardware wallets, etc. Financial transactions have extremely high security requirements. EN 18031 ensures wireless communication and data storage encryption of financial terminals from a technical perspective, safeguarding the security of financial transactions.
4. Children's product category: smartwatches, educational robots, smart toys, etc. The wireless function of children's products needs to take into account both safety and applicability. Standards should ensure the safety of children's use of such products and avoid potential safety hazards.
EN 18031 certification process
If enterprises want their products to pass the EN 18031 certification and enter the EU market, they need to follow the following four-step process:
1. Technical document preparation: Enterprises need to submit application forms, asset identification forms, complete technical design documents, partial core source codes and user manuals. It is essential to ensure that these materials are complete and accurate. This is the foundation of certification. Any omissions in the materials will delay the certification process.
2. Sample Submission: Samples that meet mass production standards must be provided. If the certification body requires disassembly and testing, the enterprise must cooperate to complete it. The quality and compliance of the samples directly affect the subsequent test results.
3. Core Testing: The certification body, in accordance with the standards, examines key indicators such as secure storage, communication encryption, and cryptographic practices to verify whether the product complies with EU technical specifications. This is the core link that determines whether the product can be certified.
4. Obtaining the certificate for market entry: After passing the test, enterprises can obtain the certificate within the prescribed period. With this certificate, the products can enter the EU market in compliance with regulations and embark on the path of overseas business expansion.
The EN 18031 standard strengthens the market access defense line for multi-field radio equipment. Only when enterprises are familiar with the applicable product range and certification process can they efficiently promote the compliant entry of their products into the EU market and seize the initiative in international competition. For any related questions, you can follow ZRLK.
