Voluntary product certification is an integral part of standardization and a primary means of promoting the application of standards. At the same time, the certification system itself is embodied through standardization. The upgrading of certification schemes, the expansion into emerging fields, the implementation of certification alliance concepts, the emergence of regional certification, and the achievement of mutual recognition of certification results all require standards to take the lead.

Voluntary product certification falls under the category of product certification. It serves as a guarantee for product quality and performance, provides value-added services for products, and offers credible proof to consumers, regulatory authorities and purchasers that products meet specified requirements.

*Voluntary product certification programs are provided by DCI Certification Ltd.