NSF Certifications

NSF Certifications

NSF International, formerly known as the National Sanitation Foundation, is an independent non-profit organization that provides standards development, product certification, auditing, education, and risk management for public health and safety. Additionally, here are some details related to NSF certifications:

Purpose of NSF Certification

The main aim of NSF certification is to protect food, water, consumer products, and the environment. Additionally, the NSF mark on a product means that the product complies with all standard requirements.

NSF/ANSI Standards

NSF has developed over 80 public health and safety American National Standards (ANSI). For example, NSF/ANSI 61 is for drinking water system components, and NSF/ANSI 42 is for residential drinking water filtration devices.

Certification Process

The process typically involves product testing, materials analysis, facility inspections/audits, and market surveillance. Also, this process is designed to confirm that a product meets the specifications of applicable standards.

Product Categories

NSF provides certification for a wide range of products like food equipment, dietary supplements, drinking water treatment and distribution systems, pool and spa equipment, plastics, and pesticides.

Global Recognition

NSF International is widely recognized for its credibility and authority in certification. It’s accepted by authorities around the globe.

Continued Compliance

Once a product is certified, NSF performs periodic facility audits and product testing to ensure the product continues to comply with the standard.

Transparency

All products that meet NSF standards are included in an online listing database that can be accessed by anyone. Remember, not all products require NSF certification. In addition, it’s typically used in industries where product quality and safety are a major concern, such as food, water, and health sciences.

If you manufacture, distribute, or use valves for potable water or food processing.  You will most likely have come across the acronym NSF which confirms and certifies.  Also, a valve that does not have NSF certification ratings should not be used for distribution.  In addition, potable water or in food processing.

Passing NSF Certifications?

Above all, use a valve that isn’t certified when you have an application that calls for an NSF certification. Also, this is not a good approach will not pass state and federal inspections, and is simply against the law.

What are NSF Certifications?

NSF stands for the  National Sanitation Foundation.  When a valve, fitting, or pipe is NSF-certified, it meets or exceeds particular standards.  Finally, these Standards are enforced by state and federal laws.  Not all NSF standards pertain to food or water.  

NSF Certification Standards? 

There are numerous standards for a variety of media.  Also, many relate to commercial and residential plumbing.  Others are for pharmaceutical safety, etc. Moreover, the point is if the valve you want to purchase and use in your application does not carry NSF certifications.   Furthermore, if the application requires one, you should contact a valve expert before installation.

Safety and Protection

It’s all about safety and protecting yourself from possible liability and lawsuits.  Also, an inspection that fails to identify NSF-certified valves in place, where they should be could be very costly.  In addition, this can be very devastating to a business or municipality depending on how many valves.  Also, It will depend on other line components that would have to be immediately replaced.

Identifying NSF Certification

Most manufacturers will have the NSF seal of approval on their submittal sheets or specification sheets to inform you upfront as to whether or not a valve is NSF-certified.   Furthermore, some will list valves as being certified. Also, others will let you know which valves are not certified.

In conclusion, if NSF certifications aren’t mentioned on the manufacturer data sheet, it’s best to contact them directly. 

NSF Certification

Also, In addition, since there are so many different reasons for a product to be NSF certified, the acronym NSF may be followed by a series of numbers specifying its specific media certification.

For instance, a marking of  NSF-61, or NSF/ANSI 61, indicates the valve or other related product has been approved for a potable water application.

NSF Certifications Chart

NSF/ANSI 14, ASTM, ULRelevant Standards, Protocols & Systems
Automotive
Automotive Collision Repair Shop Certification ProgramNSF P458
Automotive Parts Certification ProgramNSF P367, P368, P369, P370, P371, P377, P379
Automotive Parts Distributor Certification ProgramNSF P394
Friction Material ProgramSAE J2975
Building Products and Interiors
Electrical SafetyANSI/UL 48, 197, 651, 763, CSA C22.2 No. 109, 211.2, NEMA TC2, UL 1795
Fire Safety ProductsNSF/ANSI 14, ASTM, UL
Gas Distribution ProductsNSF/ANSI 14, ASTM D2513, CSA B137.4
Consumer and Retail Products
Cosmetics Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Home Product CertificationNSF P386, P387, P388, P389, P390, P400, P402, P403, P405, P406, P407, P408, P412
Kitchen ProductsNSF/ANSI 184, NSF P152, P156, P180, P203, P205, P224, P235
Water FiltersNSF/ANSI 42, 44, 53, 55, 58, 62, 177, NSF P231, P473, P477, NSF/JWPA P72, CSA B483.1, INMETRO ABNT/NBR 14908
Dietary Supplements
Athletic Banned Substances ProgramNSF Certification Guideline 306
Dietary SupplementsNSF/ANSI 173
Functional Food and Beverages NSF Certification Guideline 229
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Food Safety and Quality
Bottled Waters and Beverages
Commercial Food EquipmentNSF/ANSI 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 20, 21, 25, 29, 35, 36, 37, 51, 52, 59, 169, NSF P149, P155
Consumer Values Verified Certifications Gluten-Free, Non-GMO True North
HACCP Compliance Verification
Hygienically Clean NaperyNSF P413
ISO 21469 Certified Lubricants
Meat and Poultry Processing Equipment NSF/ANSI/3-A 14159-1, 14159-3
Nonfood Compounds – White Book™
Organic and Specialty CertificationsQAI Organic Foods, NSF/ANSI 305 Organic Personal Care Products
Processed Foods and BeveragesNSF Certification Guideline 227
Laboratory Equipment and Related Services
Biosafety CabinetryNSF/ANSI 49
Class II Biosafety Cabinet Field Certifiers
Management Systems
Management Systems RegistrationSustainable Product Certification, Sustainable Service Certification, Landfill-Free, and Other Claims Verifications
Sustainability and Environment
Sustainability and Environmental ProgramsSustainable Product Certification, Sustainable Service Certification, Landfill-Free and Other Claims Verifications
Water and Wastewater
Bottled Waters and Beverages
Drinking Water System ComponentsNSF/ANSI 61
Drinking Water Treatment Chemicals NSF/ANSI 60
Drinking Water Treatment Units NSF/ANSI 42, 44, 53, 55, 58, 62, 177, 401, NSF P231, P473, P477, NSF/JWPA P72, CSA B483.1, INMETRO ABNT/NBR 16098
Fabricated Ductile Iron PipeAWWA C115, C606
Lead Content Certification NSF/ANSI 372
Onsite Wastewater Inspectors
OQC RegistrationOrigine e Qualità Controllata
Plumbing System ComponentsNSF/ANSI 14, 24, 358, NSF P374, ASTM, ASME, CSA, IAPMO, ASSE, AWWA
Public Drinking Water Equipment PerformanceNSF/ANSI 419
Recreational Water Facility Products NSF/ANSI 50, APSP, ASME, ASTM, IAPMO
Wastewater Treatment Units NSF/ANSI 40, 41, 46, 245, 350, P157, CAN/BNQ 3680-600, ISO 11143
Other
Authorized Protocol CertificationsP149, P151, P154, P155, P157, P172, P182, P231,P308, P335, P351, P352, P353, P413, P442, P447, P467
Laboratory Accreditation