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The French marketplace demand for DWTU products is growing, with this growth comes an increased demand to obtain the legally required approval. Below are the most frequently asked questions concerning French approval.
Q: What approval is required to sell my product in France?
A: All products in contact with or for the treatment of drinking water are required to obtain the Attestation de Conformite Sanitaire (ACS).
Q: Is ACS approval legally required?
A: Yes
Q: What are the ACS requirements?
A: Review of the products wetted parts list and chemical composition to the French Positive list, followed by migration testing based on the review.
Q: Is there an annual audit?
A: No, once ACS approval is obtained there are no annual audits or listings.
Q: How long is the approval valid?
A: The approval is valid for five years.
Q: If there is no certification mark for ACS, how do my customers know I have obtained approval?
A: An ACS certificate is issued along with an approval number; manufacturers create their own ACS approval logo or statement and then show the certificate.
Q: How can I obtain ACS approval?
A: The ACS approval is part of the NSF Passport programs approvals; contact NSF International to begin ACS certification.
To meet growing demand, contact your NSF certification project manager or the NSF Passport program, passport@nsf.org, to begin your ACS approval.