Q&A: How ANAB strengthens every Product Safety Consulting submission  

Global product compliance has quite a bit in common with airport security: lots of rules, plenty of acronyms, and no one wants to go back for seconds. That’s where ANAB/ILAC accreditation comes in. It provides a globally accepted framework that allows test results to move across borders with far fewer obstacles, helping manufacturers maintain momentum as they expand into new markets. 

Below, we break down what you need to know about this essential notch in our safety toolkit, no labcoat required. 

What Is ANAB? 

ANAB, the ANSI National Accreditation Board, accredits testing and calibration laboratories to ISO/IEC 17025, the international standard that governs laboratory competence, consistency, and technical integrity. 

That accreditation carries additional authority because ANAB is a recognized member of ILAC, the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation. ILAC connects accreditation bodies worldwide under a system of mutual recognition, allowing test results issued by accredited laboratories to be accepted internationally. 

When testing is performed by a laboratory accredited by an ILAC-recognized body such as ANAB, the resulting reports align with expectations across many global markets. 

What ANAB/ILAC Accreditation Delivers for Manufacturers 

If you’ve ever tried to certify a product for multiple countries, you already know the drill. You’re met with endless standards, repeated testing, and enough acronyms to make your head spin.  

But ANAB/ILAC-accredited test reports are accepted by most countries worldwide and recognized by many Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs). This recognition allows manufacturers to rely on a single, technically sound evaluation to support multiple country approvals. 

For product teams, this approach supports: 

• Broader acceptance of test reports across regions  

• Reduced duplication of testing efforts  

• More predictable certification timelines  

• Smoother coordination with international partners and distributors  

The result is a compliance strategy that scales with market reach. 

How Product Safety Consulting Supports ANAB/ILAC Testing 

We provide customers with the closest we can come to a sure thing where compliance is concerned. Manufacturers submit technical documentation such as schematics, bills of materials, and user manuals. Product Safety Consulting then performs evaluation and testing against the applicable standards. 

Once compliance is demonstrated, a test report bearing ANAB/ILAC accreditation is issued. That report functions like internationally traded currency, no matter where you take your product. It can be submitted directly to national authorities or certification bodies as required. 

For companies seeking additional support, Product Safety Consulting also offers Global Market Access (GMA) services. This service line manages in-country submissions and certification coordination. In other words, we shrink mind-numbing administrative upkeep so your operations can keep humming while you expand.  

Applying One Test Report Across Multiple Markets 

ANAB/ILAC accreditation comes alive for manufacturers with sights set on new markets. Its ubiquity virtually always saves customers time and money. 

For example, an IT product tested to the Australian version of IEC 62368 can use that same accredited report in Australia for national certification. Because the report is ILAC-recognized, it may also be accepted by certification bodies in other countries, without additional testing. 

This approach supports national certifications across regions such as Europe and Asia using the same technical foundation, allowing products to reach multiple markets with greater efficiency. 

When Testing Identifies Compliance Gaps 

If we identify areas requiring a bit of tightening, projects transition directly to Product Safety Consulting’s engineering and compliance consulting team. 

We review the findings, identify the underlying technical issues, and provide targeted recommendations to help bring the product into compliance. Once updates are made, testing can resume. No restarts and getting to the back of the line. No missed deadlines. 

Cost and Timeline Considerations 

Testing costs and timelines vary based on the intricacies of product design, intended markets, and applicable standards. 

For relatively straightforward IT equipment—particularly products using certified power supplies and ES1 outputs—projects may begin around $8,000, with lead times as short as 3–4 weeks. 

More complex systems can fall within the $20,000–$50,000 range and require 8–12 weeks for completion. Each project is scoped in advance to establish clear expectations before work begins. 

CB Certificates and Market-Specific Requirements 

In most cases, countries accept ILAC-accredited test reports directly, making a CB Certificate unnecessary. 

There are exceptions. Russia and Israel continue to rely on CB certification as the preferred pathway to market. Product Safety Consulting evaluates these requirements early to ensure the most efficient certification route is selected for each destination. 

Building a Compliance Strategy That Supports Global Growth 

ANAB/ILAC accreditation is the most solid ground our customers can stand on when they set out in pursuit of international product compliance. It supercharges international acceptance of test reports, supports coordinated global certifications, and helps manufacturers move forward with clarity and confidence. 

Ready to take your product worldwide? Contact John Allen and the team at Product Safety Consulting for a consultation. Visit https://productsafetyinc.com/ or give us a call at 877-804-3066.