The cost of EU EN 18031 certification varies significantly depending on the product type, complexity, and required test standards.
| Product Category | Typical Product Examples | Estimated Cost Range (USD) | Applicable EN 18031 Standard(s) |
| Small Basic Devices | Bluetooth Headphones, Smart Plugs | ~ $6,000 - $9,500 | Typically only EN 18031-1 |
| Medium Privacy/Financial Devices | Smartwatches (with health data), Children's Watches, Payment Terminals (POS) | ~ $9,500 - $18,000 | EN 18031-1 + EN 18031-2 and/or EN 18031-3 |
| Large Complex Systems | Industrial Routers, Vehicle Telematics (multi-module integration) | $24,000+ | Typically involves all standards (EN 18031-1, -2, -3) |
EN 18031 Certification Cost Composition & Saving Tips:
The total certification cost is mainly composed of the following parts. Understanding them can help you better estimate costs and find savings.
1.Primary Cost Components:
·Testing Fees: This is the major part of the total cost, typically 50% - 70%. The specific amount depends on the test items required for the product (e.g., vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, security mechanism evaluation) and complexity.
·Certification Body Service Fee: This part accounts for about 20% - 30%, including document review, on-site assessment (including travel), etc. If the product is high-risk and must be certified by an EU Notified Body (NB), an additional NB Audit Fee applies, generally around $1,700 - $5,600 (~€1,500 - €5,000).
2.Other Potential Costs:
·Technical Modification Fee: If the product fails the initial test and requires hardware/software upgrades (e.g., adding a security chip, enhancing encryption protocols), this incurs extra costs.
·Factory Audit Fee: For some products, production consistency inspection might be needed, costing approx. $2,250 (~€2,000) per audit.
·Expedited Service Fee: If the project timeline is tight, choosing expedited service may increase the total cost by 30% - 50%.
Money-Saving Tips:
1.Leverage Technical Reuse: If your product is already certified against other international security standards (e.g., ISO 27001, EN 303 645), some test reports might be accepted by the certification body, reducing duplicate testing, potentially saving 30% - 40% in costs.
2.Avoid Mandatory NB Certification Triggers: Some limitation clauses mandate the more expensive NB certification path. For instance, if a product allows users not to use a password, or a child care device lacks parental control functions, it may trigger mandatory NB certification. Avoiding these scenarios during the product design phase might allow a lower-cost conformity path.
We hope this information helps you better plan and budget for EN 18031 certification. If you can share your specific product type and functions, BLUEASIA Technology: 13534225140, will provide you with professional certification consulting services! Ensure your products can smoothly pass certification and enter the EU market on time.
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