Although the Britain’s exit from EU Framework is not finalized, in order to avoid any adverse impact caused by the Brexit and the disqualification as Notify Body, Intertek has taken the initiative to put our PPE Notify Body in Italy into service for the purpose of providing high-quality service for PPE products to obtain continuous and accredited CE certification. Intertek Italy NB Number is 2575. Up to now, Intertek Britain and Italy NB Qualifications are valid and accredited.

Qualification Notification of Intertek Italy NB

Certification Abilities and Scope of Intertek Italy NB cover the eye-protection equipment, the head-protection equipment and the limbs-protection equipment under the PPE Category, including various safety glasses, helmets, gloves, wrist guards, kneecaps, buoyancy aid and other protective articles and apparatus for personal protection. Details are shown in the following table:

Details of Intertek Italy NB Certification Capabilities and Scope

CE Certification is essential and mandatory for PPE’s selling into EU Markets. PPE with CE Mark means their conformity with the applicable EU regulation--The Personal Protective Equipment Directive (EU) 2016/425, and only PPE with CE Mark are allowed to be sold within various EU countries.

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide with a history of over 130 years, and has always regarded the customer’s interest as the highest criteria for its operation. Whether the Britain exits from the EU or not, Intertek has taken all necessary actions to coordinate and deal with any changes. However, it will consistently help various customers sell their products to the Britain and European Market regardless of any impact exerted by the Brexit.

Intertek Hardlines has developed extensive knowledge about PPE manufactured in various countries, especially relevant standards, requirements and CE Certification Process geared to safety glasses, helmets, protective gloves, safety protectors and buoyancy aid. By virtue of the world-leading PPE testing equipment and experienced technical experts, we can rely on our globalized network and localized services to provide the customers with the first-class product safety solutions.