Mexico’s NOM mandatory safety certification has introduced several key updates for 2025, covering labeling, energy efficiency, cybersecurity, and specific product standards.
| Effective Date/Status | Product/Area | Key Update Summary |
| October 1, 2025 | Customs Labeling | Mexican customs now uses a new QR-code-compliant label. Product labels must be updated accordingly. |
| July 10, 2025 | Communications Equipment (IPv6) | Temporary approval plans terminated. Full-protocol testing is now mandatory for new applications and renewals. |
| November 29, 2025 (Phase 1) | Electric Motors | New standard NOM-014-ENER-2025 takes effect for single-phase AC induction motors (0.180 kW–2.238 kW). |
| October 25, 2025 | Motor Pumps | New standard NOM-004-ENER-2025 applies to motor-pump combinations (0.149 kW–1.492 kW) for domestic clean water. |
| November 30, 2025 | Medical Devices | Updated good manufacturing practices standard NOM-241-SSA1-2025 becomes mandatory. |
| 60-day comment period (from notification) | Natural Gas Facilities | Draft standard PROY-NOM-022-ASEA-2025 addresses safety requirements for portable storage modules and CNG stations, replacing NOM-010-ASEA-2016. |
Process & Compliance Updates:
1.New Labeling: Since March 2025, Mexican customs has adopted a QR-code-based label, with a transition period until October 1, 2025.
2.Cybersecurity: Some smart devices may require anti-fraud and privacy testing per EN 18031. Confirm with your certification body.
3.Energy Efficiency: Standards like NOM-029 now require ≥75% wireless charging efficiency (effective 2025).
Common Compliance Risks to Avoid:
1.Localization: Mexico uses 127V/60Hz and U.S.-style plugs. All technical documents and labels must be in Spanish.
2.Certificate Holder: Must be a Mexican local entity (importer or subsidiary). Overseas manufacturers cannot hold NOM certificates.
3.Testing Location: Safety certifications may accept CB reports with additional local testing, but energy efficiency tests (e.g., NOM-016-ENER) must be performed in Mexican labs.
Recommendations:
1.Start planning 3–4 months ahead, considering certification timelines (4–8 weeks for simple products; 2–4 months for complex ones).
2.Explore "family certification" for product series to reduce per-unit testing costs.
For detailed support on NOM compliance, BLUEASIA is available at 13534225140.
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