It should be clearly understood that the purchase power of the European Union is tremendous and India cannot afford to keep silent at the changing scenario in the European Union Market.

In fact, E.U. is the leader in the world trade followed by US and Japan. Over the years, the European Union has emerged as India’s largest trading partner.

We can sustain this position only if the Indian industry could adopt IS/ISO 9000 standards. Our ability to carve out a better share of EC Market will also help us in establishing our products and services in other developed countries of the world outside E.U., on the strength of improved quality reputation and competitive edge of our products and services by adhering to ISO 9000 standards.

List of Products where compulsory ISO 9000 certification is required in Euro:

1. Toys

2. Simple” pres/pre vessels

3. Electromagnetic compatibility

4. Gas appliances

5. Personal protective equipment

6. Machinery

7. Medical devices (active and non-active)

8. Active implantable medical devices

9. Non-automatic weighing instruments

10. Telecommunication terminal equipment

11. Upholstered furniture

12. Recreational craft

13. Pressure vessels

14. Lifting equipment e.g. Ski-lifts

15. Marine equipment

16. Equipment in explosive atmosphere

17. Temporary structures e.g. Scaffolding fairground equipment

18. Children’s playground equipment

19. Medical diagnostic kits