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TAC APPROVAL FOR AUTOMOBILE
TAC: TAC stands for Type Approval Certificate. The Certificate of Conformity is a document that certifies that a product is safe to use. A product that meets regulatory compliance, technical and safety requirements is given TAC Approval or Type Approval Certification.
Each country's requirements for products will be different. Before a product may be sold in a specific country, it must first receive TAC clearance. It is required before the release of a new product in the market.
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is the responsible body for enforcing emission legislation, including Type Approval and production Conformity. The MoRTH has established a standing Committee on Emission Legislation implementation, chaired by joint Secretary of MoRTH, to advise the nodal agency on such implementations.
The term "Type Approval" does not refer to a specific industry. Marine equipment, mobile phones, the automobile industry, and medical equipment all have type certification requirements. Kind approval indicates that the product has been certified to meet specific requirements for its type, which could be anything.
Homologation: The process of certifying automobiles for roadworthiness according to government criteria for all vehicles manufactured or imported into the country is known as homologation certification. The tests ensure that the vehicle meets the required safety and performance standards. Homologation is the broad term for the processes and certifications known as Type Approval in English. The manufacturer obtains this certificate.
ARAI CERTIFICATION/AIS CERTIFICATION
Under Rule 126 of the Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989, the Government of India has selected ARAI as one of the key testing and certifying authorities. The Automobile Research Association of India (ARAI) is the country's largest automotive R&D organization, founded in 1966 by the automobile industry in partnership with the Indian government.
The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) offers a wide range of certification and homologation services for automobiles, systems, and components. In addition, ARAI assists automobile manufacturers with export homologation. Singapore, Netherlands, and Australia's international certification authorities have recognized ARAI for conducting testing in compliance with their requirements.
The Automobile Industry Standard (AIS) is an Indian automotive technical standard. AIS Certification was mandated by the Central Motor Vehicle Act of 1989.
PRODUCTS COVERED UNDER TAC CATEGORY
This category includes products such as automotive electronics, gasoline tanks, safety glass, tyres, seat belts, braking hoses, lights, batteries, and door locks.
APPLICABILITY OF TAC APPROVAL
- A manufacturer of such a product or a participant in the manufacturing process
- Importers or dealers who buy a product from a foreign producer
- A foreign manufacturer with a presence in India engages in trading activities
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR TAC APPROVAL
The following documents are required for TAC approval
- Compliance report and test report as per the manner prescribed
- Application form in the approved format
- Authorization letters from the manufacturer appoint him as the product's trader in the case of Traders
- A sample of the product for testing purposes
- Technical document: Installation instructions, operating manuals, and maintenance manuals are all included in this technical document
PROCEDURE FOR TAC APPROVAL
The following processes are involved in TAC approval depending on the product category:
- Application submission: Application Submission in prescribed format with all required documents
- Testing of product: Testing of Products in the accredited testing laboratory in India
- Factory Inspection: Factory inspection/ job site inspection by auditors of responsible authority
- Grant of TAC: TAC granted upon successful completion of the application
- Marking and labeling: The TAC certification mark is applied
The process may be different depending on the type of product.In the case of a safety component, not only product tested in India but all production lines of manufacturer premises inspected.
TIMELINE FOR TAC
For Indian manufacturers, the processing period for a TAC grant is about 1 month, while for overseas manufacturers, it takes about 2 months. The rest will be depending on the situation. It may vary depending on factors such as the applicant's response time to any queries raised, delay in inspection, or testing of the sample.
HOW CAN WE HELP YOU IN GETTING TAC APPROVAL?
The process of TAC certification for an automotive product can be complex and challenging. For a successful application, effective communication with Indian authorities, as well as the exact preparation of the applicable documents and test samples is required. We will guide you through the entire TAC CERTIFICATION procedure. To get a complete idea about the TAC procedure for automotive products and make the business hustle-free, visit Aleph INDIA. For almost a decade, Aleph INDIA has been assisting Fortune 500 companies. You may also reach Aleph INDIA toll-free helpline at 08048036869/ +919990136656 for a quick response.