We explain what the Official Mexican Standard (NOM) is, which regulations apply to your product, and how we support you throughout the process — working directly and indirectly with Product Certification Bodies (OCP), accredited laboratories, and the CRT.
NOMs are mandatory technical standards in Mexico, issued by agencies such as the Secretaría de Economía and the Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFT).
Unlike a voluntary standard, a NOM is mandatory: if your product falls within its scope, you must demonstrate compliance before it can be imported, manufactured, or sold in Mexican territory — regardless of any prior international certifications. For electronics and telecommunications, NOMs cover everything from electrical safety to the homologation of equipment that connects to public networks, as well as the labeling that reaches the end consumer.
Without the corresponding NOM, your product cannot be legally imported or sold in Mexico. It's an entry requirement, not an optional step.
Electronics NOMs verify that the product doesn't pose electrical or radio-frequency risks to the end user.
Selling without certification exposes the product to customs holds, fines, or removal from the market by the authority.
MOTS is a specialized management firm for NOM certificates for import and commercialization in Mexico. We don't replace official bodies: we coordinate and follow up on your process, working directly and indirectly with Product Certification Bodies (OCP), accredited testing laboratories, and the CRT, so your process moves forward smoothly.
Expertise in Mexican regulation, international client management, and the full certification cycle. Direct point of contact for all NOM matters.
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Safety requirements and test methods for household and commercial electronic devices.
Safety requirements for computer equipment, peripherals, and data processing devices.
Homologation of terminal equipment connected to public telecommunications networks.
Specifications for mobile terminal equipment that uses the radio spectrum or connects to public networks — includes the IMEI code (Part 1) and operating frequency bands (Part 2).
Applies to equipment connected via wired access to the public telecommunications network — e.g., modems, routers, and landline phones.
Maximum non-ionizing emission limits (SAR) for equipment from 30 MHz to 6 GHz that connects to telecom networks or uses the radio spectrum, such as mobile phones.
Emission requirements and test methods for low-power radiocommunication devices in the 30 MHz to 3 GHz spectrum, to prevent interference.
Requirements for WLAN equipment with digital modulation in the 5150 to 6425 MHz bands, evaluating interference reduction.
Commercial information requirements for packaging, manuals, warranties, and labeling of electronic products.
The exact scope of each regulation may vary depending on the product type and its technical characteristics. Contact us to confirm which ones apply specifically to your case.
An organized, end-to-end process with a single point of contact throughout your certification.
We identify which NOMs and IFT technical dispositions apply to your specific product.
We prepare manuals, technical data sheets, diagrams, and other required documentation, including translation into Spanish when needed.
We work with accredited laboratories and OCP for the technical evaluation of your product.
We follow up directly with the certifying body until your certificate is issued.
We advise you on applying the corresponding NOM-024 labeling and on maintaining your certification afterward.
Exact timelines and requirements vary depending on the applicable regulation and product type. Request a personalized assessment for your case.
Yes. Virtually every electronic or telecommunications product imported, manufactured, or sold in Mexico must demonstrate compliance with the applicable NOM(s) before it can be sold.
The product can be held at customs, fined, or pulled from the market by the authority. Certifying on time avoids logistics delays and legal contingencies.
No. MOTS is a specialized management firm: we coordinate the process, working directly and indirectly with Product Certification Bodies (OCP), accredited laboratories, and the CRT, so you obtain your certificate efficiently and correctly.
It varies depending on the applicable regulation, product type, and available documentation. We provide a personalized estimate after the initial diagnosis.
Generally: a user manual (ideally in Spanish), technical data sheets, electrical or RF diagrams, and product photographs. We confirm the exact list based on your case.
Yes. We frequently work with international manufacturers, importers, and distributors looking to enter the Mexican market.
Tell us about your product and we'll get back to you with the next steps for your certification.
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