Why do imported products not have a certificate of conformity?
During the sales process, customers often request a product certificate of conformity. But in fact, imported products usually do not have a certificate of conformity. Behind this is the difference in manufacturing philosophy between Europe and the United States and our country.
The vast majority of foreign manufacturers believe that production strictly follows relevant quality standards and quality management procedures, and there are only two types of output: qualified products (which can leave the factory for delivery) and waste products (which cannot be delivered to users). Therefore, they believe that once a product leaves the factory, it represents conformity, and no additional certificate of conformity is needed.
What if there is no certificate of conformity? A customs declaration form can prove it
So, when many places require a certificate of conformity, how should this be handled? Usually, imported products can provide a customs declaration form to prove the identity and origin of the product. This is also the common practice in many places at present.
The customs declaration form is a voucher for customs supervision of imported goods. It can effectively prove that the product is an original imported authentic product, indirectly replacing the function of the certificate of conformity.
Differences in certification documents between domestic and imported products
If it is produced in a Chinese Suzhou factory, then there will be a certificate of conformity, but there will be no customs declaration form. This is because domestic products follow the domestic quality management system and are accompanied by a certificate of conformity when leaving the factory; while imported products rely on the customs declaration form to prove identity.
Comparison of certificate of conformity and customs declaration form
| Item | Certificate of conformity | Customs declaration form |
|---|---|---|
| Applicable products | Domestic products (such as Suzhou factory) | Imported products |
| Function | Proves that the product meets quality standards | Proves the import identity and origin of the product |
| Common scenarios | Domestic sales, acceptance | Import customs clearance, sales proof |
How to choose original authentic products?
Ayi Technology can provide customers with original authentic products imported and from Suzhou factories, giving customers the greatest right to choose. Whether you need imported products or domestic products, we can provide the corresponding certification documents to ensure a reliable product source.
Summary of key points
- Imported products have no certificate of conformity, due to different European and American quality management philosophies.
- A customs declaration form can replace a certificate of conformity, proving the identity of imported products.
- Suzhou factory products have a certificate of conformity, but no customs declaration form.
- When choosing a supplier, confirm that it can provide the corresponding certification documents.