lAFNOR

l'AFNOR (Association Française de Normalisation) is France's national body for standardization. It coordinates the development, publication, and promotion of standards across industries to support safety, interoperability, quality, and fair trade. Through its work, l'AFNOR helps align French practices with European and international norms, facilitating cross-border commerce and public procurement.

As France's representative in ISO and IEC, l'AFNOR participates in international standardization activities and ensures that national standards reflect global consensus while addressing French regulatory needs.

The organization provides a range of services, including publishing standards and guidance, certification through AFNOR Certification, testing and conformity assessment, and training. The NF mark and other conformity marks are issued under its oversight and help businesses demonstrate compliance with French standards.

Governance and status: l'AFNOR is a non-profit organization operating under French law, funded by standardization-related activities and services. It collaborates with industry, consumer groups, and public authorities to maintain a robust standardization system that supports innovation, safety, and consumer protection.