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ETL
The introduction of ETL certification 
 
ETL is the abbreviation of the American electronic test laboratory (Electrical Testing Laboratories). The ETL laboratory was created by Edison, an American inventor in 1896, and enjoys a high reputation both in the United States and around the world. Same as UL and CSA, ETL can issue ETL certification mark according to UL standard or American national standard. It can also issue composite certification mark according to UL standard or American national standard and CSA standard or Canadian standard test. The lower right of the sign representation applies to the United States, and the lower left representation applies to Canada, while both has can applies in two countries.
 
Any mechanical or electrical, mechanical and electrical products with the ETL logo indicates that this product has reached the minimum required by generally accepted the United States and Canada product safety standards, it is tested and complies with the relevant product safety standards; It also means that the manufacturing plant agrees to receive rigorous periodic inspections, in order to ensure consistency of product quality, and can be sold to the United States and Canada markets.
 
The ETL also requires its production site to be inspected, and the applicant agrees to conduct regular follow-up inspections of their factories to ensure that the product meets the requirements.
 
The relationship between ETL certification and UL authentication
1.         What is the difference between UL and ETL?
Both UL and ETL represent the products tested through the national accredited test laboratory (NRTL), and comply with the relevant safety standards, but also represent the producers agreed to receive the regular inspection strictly, to ensure consistent product quality. So the real difference is service. As a ETL customer, you can enjoy customized testing, inspection and certification services, quick operation cycle and flexible working style. We are working closely with our customers so that your products will enter the market faster, more smoothly and more efficiently.
ETL certification and UL certification have the same access effectiveness in North American market, but ETL certification fees are much lower than UL certification, generally only half of UL certification, moreover, ETL certified product can be change through the CB test report, which can save you a lot of testing fees. The certification time of ETL is much shorter than UL certification, in particular cases, ETL can be issued first, and then to Factory review, which can save your precious time for the export of your products.
2.         What is the national recognized testing laboratory (NRTL)?
In brief, it is the third party Laboratory for product testing approved by the occupational safety and Health Association (OSHA) in accordance with current safety standards. The role of the national accredited test laboratory is to provide independent evaluation, testing and certification services for electrical products and gas (fuel) products. ETL is a recognized NRTL in the United States and is a recognized testing organization and certification entity in Canada; it is also a recognized entity in Europe.
3.         Does the manufacturer must to have obtained the UL certification?
No! Many manufacturers are mistakenly believe that other third party testing partners cannot be selected, In fact, the NRTL accredited by the occupational safety and Health Association (OSHA), they also can carry out testing, check out and certification services. The ETL series signs were indicate that the products meet national standards.
4.         What is meaning of the ETL mark on the product?
ETL logo on the product shows that the product has passed the ETL test, also in line with relevant standards. For the distributors, retailers and consumers that means, they bought products certified by third parties.
5.         Does the retailer will accept the products with the ETL mark?
The ETL mark is the proof that the product meets the mark, and the ETL is also a national accredited test laboratory (NRTL), so retailers have no excuse not to accept products with ETL signs. Some retailers or distributors mistakenly believe that the third party testing institution has no choice. And ITS is changing people's ideas and helping businesses to bring their products into the market more quickly.
6.         Which retailers buy the products with ETL mark?
Most retailers in the world buy products with ETL tags, and for them, ETL and UL have the same effect. Some retailers are listed below, but not limited to this.
AmwayCorporationBestProductsCo、,Inc、
 
JCPenney
 
MontgomeryWard
 
SAM’sClub
 
Sears,RoebuckandCo、
 
ServiceMerchandise
 
ShopKoStores,Inc、
 
TargetStores
 
F、W、WoolworthCo、
7.         What kind of products applicable to ETL signs?
ETL provides product safety testing to cover various fields, including electric tools, household appliances, telecommunications and IT products, components, lighting, HVAC, medical equipment, toys etc., I suggest you to check our list of products. All products in the following companies use ETL signs:
AppleComputer
 
AT&T
 
ConairCorp、
 
DellComputer
 
EastmanKodak
 
Electrolux
 
Ericsson
 
GeneralElectric
 
Panasonic
 
Philips
 
Pioneer
 
RadioShack
8.         Which countries accept the ETL logo?
ETL logo is widely accepted in the United States and Canada, from a global perspective, ETL is authorized to use a corresponding product safety certification marks in other countries, such as CE signs, GS signs, S signs, NOM signs and so on. Please refer to the signs for which signs accept in each country.
9.         Does the local customs and trade attorney in North America know the ETL signs?
Since the ETL is recognized by the occupational safety and Health Association (OSHA) as a national accredited testing laboratory. So its logo is widely accepted.