Apply for recognition of conformity assessment bodies for measuring instruments

If your conformity assessment body for measuring instruments is recognized and accredited, it can start its work.

A conformity assessment body (CAB) that wishes to assess the conformity of measuring instruments with the essential requirements requires recognition (recognized conformity assessment body).

Recognition is granted if the conformity assessment body

• applies for this in writing (also possible by e-mail) to the Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection (BMWK) and
• it is accredited for the activities.

A CAB must prove that it has the competence to carry out the conformity assessment procedure. This so-called accreditation is carried out by DAkkS (the German Accreditation Body).

• 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

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

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

• Appeal.

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

• Administrative court action

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.

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.

There are no costs for you.