When starting an approval process, the first step to do is identifying the name of regulatory body. Besides, most of the approval certifications are also named after its Regulatory Body. That’s why by knowing the name of regulatory body, it will be easier for applicant to do research about the certification process. So, important information such as requirements, lead time, and the process can be obtained easier.
For the case of Brazil Type Approval, certification process is handled by National Telecommunications Agency of Brazil. In Portuguese, it’s called “Agência Nacional de Telecomunicações” or commonly shortened as “ANATEL”. That’s why the certificate is also called “ANATEL Certificate”, simply because it is issued by ANATEL.
For your information, ANATEL is an independent agency, both Administratively and Financially, in Brazil. This agency was established in 1997 through the issuance of Law 9472, 16/07/1997 and Decree 2338 of 07/10/1997. Hierarchically, ANATEL is not under another government institution, so it’s not a subordinate institution. To do its functions, ANATEL has the power to grant, to regulate, and to supervise telecommunications sectors in Brazil. It also has access to the material assets and expertise required to secure their telecommunication sectors.
Related to product certification, ANATEL is the responsible authority to perform this task. All telecommunications products that are intended to be marketed or used in Brazil must comply with the local regulation by obtaining certification from ANATEL. Before issuing the certificate, ANATEL will ensure the compliance of the product and conduct series of testing to ensure all technical parameters are fulfilled.
The common procedures applied by Anatel in issuing Brazil Type Approval certificate are started by document submission. Some technical documents such as specification sheet, product photos, user manual, and others are submitted for evaluation. Then, after product classification is identified in the evaluation process, it will be continued to product testing. Test are tailored to ensure that all technical parameters are fulfilled.
Product testing is conducted in ANATEL-accredited test lab in Brazil. Some test that needs to do such as radio frequency, electromagnetic compatibility, safety, etc. Test required depends on the type of the product. After the tests are completed, test report will be issued. Along with other documents, reports will be submitted for evaluation. Once evaluation is finished and the product is declared as “complied”, then ANATEL certificate or Brazil Type Approval certificate is issued. And the product is granted the rights to use ANATEL label.
Why We Care
Before starting an approval process, we will make sure you know the name of approval certification that is targeted. Especially in non-English speaking country like Brazil, understanding the approval name is a must. By knowing the name, the whole process can be easier. Name of the approval is like a key to unlock the knowledge. We can focus our research to the approval certification process by simply use the approval name as the keyword.
As mentioned earlier, the whole Brazil Type Approval certification process is quite complex and requires expertise. In order to finish this process, most manufacturer will engage with experts such as test lab or consultants to advise the required steps to take in order to successfully issue the certificate. So, if you’re one of those parties who are in the middle navigating Brazil Type Approval process, feel free to drop us an email.