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Durable – reliable – safe
Everyday life without plastic products is impossible. Therefore it's important that they fulfill their tasks as good as perspected. We are happy to perform the necessary quality assurance tests for this purpose.

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Tested safety
Safety and outstanding quality are good sales arguments for your products. In our accredited test laboratory, we test and certify a wide range of different plastic products using numerous test methods.

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Confidence bonus for certified products
Test seals increase confidence in a product and the associated tests for quality assurance. Our accredited test laboratory will also test and certify your products.

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SKZ certificate

Trust through certified quality

The SKZ certificate is a recognized seal of quality that stands for tested quality, safety, and durability. Products with this mark meet the highest national and international standards. The in-house guidelines we have developed enable us to respond flexibly to your individual customer requirements and specific product challenges. Our teams of experts provide you with personal, practical support and tailor-made solutions. Get in touch with us.

Your added value at a glance
 

✔ Sales growth

✔ Securing and expanding market shares

✔ Legal certainty

✔ Strengthen your brand

✔ Customized solutions

 

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Q&A about the SKZ certificate

Why is the SKZ certificate a sign of trust?

Products with SKZ certification are regularly tested independently. Manufacturers commit to continuous quality assurance, so you can be sure of receiving a product of the highest quality.

How long is an SKZ certificate valid?

The SKZ certificate is valid for 5 years. We conduct regular inspections to ensure that quality standards are maintained at all times.

What advantages do I have as a manufacturer?
  • Trustworthiness and independence
  • International recognition
  • Legal certainty and easier market access
  • Differentiation through certified quality
  • Risk minimization and liability reduction
  • Competitive advantage and strengthening of brand reputation
What does the SKZ certificate mean for consumers?

Consumers can rest assured that products with SKZ certification have been independently tested, are safe, and are durable. It offers protection and confidence when making a purchase.

Katja Müller
Head of certification body
Würzburg
k.mueller@skz.de
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Process

The certification process

1) Preparation of quotation
Preparation of an individual offer based on the specified test scope (see SKZ HR test basis) and the test duration in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications


2) Provision of the test materials
Delivery of the required test samples by the manufacturer


3) Product tests in the test laboratory
Performance of the defined tests in the accredited SKZ test laboratory in accordance with recognized norms and standards


4) Preparation of the test report
Documentation of the test results in a detailed test report by the SKZ


5) Initial audit of the production facility
Inspection of the manufacturer's production processes and quality management systems by an SKZ auditor of the accredited SKZ inspection body


6) Contractual regulation of the certification
Conclusion of a certification and surveillance contract between the manufacturer and the SKZ


7) Issue of certificate
Issue of the certificate and the individual SKZ mark number
by the accredited SKZ certification body with a validity of five years


8) Regular monitoring
Semi-annual auditing of the production facility and testing of the certified products to ensure product quality


9) Certificate extension
Possibility of extending the certificate after the five years have expired

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