DWD certification is a safety certification for water related products under the Drinking Water Directive (DWD) of the European Union. The core regulation is * * (EU) 2020/2184 * *, which will be mandatory from January 1, 2027. It aims to unify the hygiene standards for water related materials in the EU and replace decentralized certification in various countries, such as KTW in Germany and ACS in France.

[Involving products]

·Plumbing bathroom: faucets, valves, fittings, showerheads, hoses, etc.

·Pipe materials: plastic/metal pipes, seals, coating materials.

·Water treatment equipment: water purifiers, filter housings, filter cartridges, water tanks, etc.

·Building materials: cement lining, ceramics, enamel, etc.

·Packaging: Bottled water containers, water dispenser components, etc.

[Authentication Process]

1. Application and documentation preparation: product drawings, formulas, material certification, production process documents.

2. Formula review: Check if the substance is on the Positive List and assess the risk.

3. Sample testing: Laboratory performs migration, toxicology, and microbiological testing.

4. Factory audit: Verify the consistency between the quality control system and production.

5. Certificate issuance: Upon approval, a DWD certificate will be issued for annual supervision and review.