Product registration
Obtaining and maintaining the registration required for sale.
What it is
In addition to conformity assessment, many products must be registered with INMETRO before reaching the market.
Who it is for
Domestic manufacturers and importers of photovoltaic equipment, ceiling fans, refrigerators and similar products.
What we do
- We check the product’s classification and the ordinance’s requirements
- We gather and organize the required documentation
- We handle the request until registration is granted and follow its maintenance
Scope covered
| Product family | INMETRO Ordinance |
|---|---|
| Equipment for generation, conditioning and storage of electrical energy in photovoltaic systems | 140/2022 |
| Ceiling fans | 465/2021 |
| Refrigerators and similar products | 332/2021 |
How the process works
Click each step to see who is involved and what happens.
Classification
We identify the applicable ordinance and the assessment method: through a certification body or by supplier’s declaration.
Assessment
We coordinate the tests or certification required by the method applicable to the product.
Documentation
We gather the technical documentation and, where applicable, the Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity.
Request
We file the registration request with INMETRO.
Grant
With the registration granted, the product can be imported and sold in Brazil.
Renewal
We track the registration’s validity, which varies by product type, and handle the renewal on time.
Import consent
For imported products: ask your customs broker to request the appropriate import consent (anuência) from INMETRO. This step is carried out by the broker, not by Moderacon, but it is essential to clear the product for import.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between certification and registration?
Certification assesses whether the product meets the requirements, through an accredited product certification body. Registration is INMETRO’s authorization for the assessed product to be sold. In some cases, registration is linked to the Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity, with the procedure handled directly with INMETRO, without the need for a certification body.
Does photovoltaic equipment require registration?
Yes. Equipment covered by Ordinance 140/2022 must be registered before it can be sold.
Does the registration need to be renewed?
Yes. The validity period and renewal rules depend on the type of product and the applicable ordinance. Moderacon tracks these deadlines for the client.