Apply for recognition of conformity assessment bodies for measuring instruments

Conformity assessment bodies (CABs) can obtain recognition by submitting an accreditation certificate to the Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection.

• You can apply for recognition by letter or e-mail.
• Attach the required documents.
• Send everything to the BMWK.

You will receive a notification.

The conformity assessment body (CAB) is accredited for its activities.

• Description of the conformity assessment activities and the types of measuring instruments for which it claims competence.
• Accreditation certificate in original or copy/pdf issued by a national accreditation body, in which the accreditation body certifies that the conformity assessment body fulfills the requirements of § 15 of the Measurement and Calibration Act

There are no costs for you.

In principle, there are no deadlines for you. Recognition is granted for a limited period. An application for an extension must be submitted in good time before the deadline expires in order to ensure a seamless transition.

• §13 Absatz 1, Mess- und Eichgesetz (MessEG)
• Verordnung über das Inverkehrbringen und die Bereitstellung von Messgeräten auf dem Markt sowie über ihre Verwendung und Eichung (Mess- und Eichverordnung - MessEV)

• Appeal.

Detailed information on how to file an appeal can be found in the notice of your application.

• Administrative court action

Forms: no
Online procedure possible: no
Written form required: no
Personal appearance required: no

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