Regional Certification and Approvals

NSF helps manufacturers of water treatment, distribution, plumbing and residential water filtration products gain access to global markets.

We simplify the process of meeting strict regulatory requirements across multiple countries or regions in your market. Our experts can help you navigate this complex process by bundling testing and certification services.

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Resources

Six Reasons End Users Look for Certified Chemicals

Discover the six top reasons water utilities, food processors and other end users of water treatment chemicals seek certified products.

UK’s Approach to Tackling Water Scarcity and NSF REG4 Certification

Learn how the UK tackles water scarcity problems using water fittings regulations and about NSF’s water fittings certification scheme for the UK.

Navigating the UK Water Supply Regulations

NSF experts Lloyd Davies and Lorenzo Brioschi along with expert Ian Mitchell from Severn Trent discuss the challenges of navigating the water supply regulatory landscape and how to ultimately get your product approved for sale.

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News and Events

Plumbing Standard Revisions Tighten Lead Leaching Criteria in Drinking Water

September 22, 2020

Joint committee governing NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 lowers maximum allowable limits of leached lead from plumbing endpoint devices

NSF REG4 Certification Offers Manufacturers a New Pathway to UK Water Regulations Compliance

January 21, 2020

SABIC is the first materials manufacturer to earn new NSF REG4 mark

NSF to Perform New Inlet Valve Testing for WRAS

October 17, 2019

The UK water industry recently introduced new guidance for WC compliance.

The OQC Video Series Is Coming!

September 11, 2019

New video series helps Italian manufacturers to stay on top of origin, quality and safety and improve their business

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NSF and Carso are premier, respected marks in the global water testing and certification industry. This combined expertise provides many benefits for clients, including expedited approval time and deep knowledge of the regulations.

Christelle Autugelle

Materials Test Department Manager, Group Carso

NSF’s knowledge of International regulations and global regulatory requirements is exceptional. I have worked with NSF for over eight years and found their knowledge and insight to be valuable and integral to our business strategy.

Ginger Patera

Senior Global Product Development Manager, Whirlpool

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