Sertifikaadimärk

Sertifikaadimärk, often translated as "certificate mark" or "certification mark," is a type of trademark. It is used to indicate that goods or services meet certain standards or specifications established by a certifying body. These standards can relate to quality, origin, safety, or other attributes.

The purpose of a sertifikaadimärk is to provide assurance to consumers that the product or service bearing the mark has been independently verified as conforming to a defined set of criteria. This helps consumers make informed purchasing decisions and builds trust between producers and buyers. The certifying body is typically an independent organization, such as a government agency, industry association, or private testing laboratory.

Examples of sertifikaadimärgid include the CE mark for products sold in the European Economic Area, indicating conformity with health, safety, and environmental protection standards, or the UL mark from Underwriters Laboratories, indicating that a product has been tested and meets safety requirements. In some cases, the mark might signify a specific geographical origin, such as certain food products that are protected under geographical indication schemes. The use of a sertifikaadimärk is usually governed by specific regulations and licensing agreements.