CodeMark Certification Services

General Introduction

The CodeMark scheme is a voluntary building product certification program. However, customers in Australia and New Zealand often require CodeMark certification for market access. By issuing the Certificate of Conformity (CoC), CodeMark provides reliable confirmation to regulators and the market that building products comply with the Building Code of Australia (BCA) or the New Zealand Building Code (NZBC).

Implemented in both Australia and New Zealand, the scheme is jointly formulated by the Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), formerly the Department of Building and Housing. Due to differences in local building regulations, products sold in Australia must comply with the BCA, while products for New Zealand must meet the NZBC. Separate certification for each country is therefore mandatory.

After obtaining CodeMark certification in one country, applicants can apply for certification in the other at a low cost. Enterprises with existing type test certification to Australian and New Zealand standards may upgrade to CodeMark certification on this basis.

01 Competent Authority:

The ABCB oversees Australia’s CodeMark scheme, while MBIE manages New Zealand’s CodeMark program.
02 Certification Scope:

The ABCB oversees Australia’s CodeMark scheme, while MBIE manages New Zealand’s CodeMark program.
03 Certification Mode:

Product testing + factory audit + market surveillance
04 Certificate Holder:

The CoC holder may be the manufacturer, assembler, distributor or retailer, and is responsible for ensuring continuous product compliance. The holder must demonstrate effective control over production, testing, packaging, labeling, shipping, installation and commissioning.

Australia CodeMark Certification Mark

01 Certification Process

1. Submit company and product documents to confirm the certification plan;

2. Submit the application and required documents;

3. Conduct product testing in NATA or CNAS accredited laboratories;

4. Complete factory audit;

5. Issue the certificate;

6. Annual surveillance audit and certificate renewal.
01 Document Checklist

1. Applicant basic information;

2. Manufacturer details, authorized representative and contact information;

3. Product information (name, description, intended use, brand, marking, restrictions, composition, etc.);

4. Installation manual;

5. Quality management system documents (quality manual or product quality plan);

6. Test reports or existing certificates (if applicable);
02 Lead Time:

Approximately 1–2 months after all documents and test reports are completed.
03 Validity Period:

The certificate is valid for 3 years with mandatory annual audits. A full reassessment is required upon expiry.