Getting Started

 

• Advantages
• Reference Guides
• Frequently Asked Questions

Advantages:

• Experience. TechLink International opened our doors in 1994
• Color coordinating labels. TechLink only develops labels that blend with our customers sell unit packaging where the label doesn’t stand out or overshadow the primary focus of what the member should be concentrated on which is the pictures and product features.
• Creative solutions. Over the years we have seen every type of item and are able to work with companies to provide the best possible solution for their current scernio.
• Website. All projects we process are initiated with our website. Using your login information, all customers can have a status report 24/7, automatically send proofs/Constancias to our clients and to Costco, and keep records of all final files online in case they might be needed later.

Reference Guides

Each project is initiated by our clients requesting a new project online.  Below, please find reference guides that can assist you if you need any additional assistance:

• Registering to Site
• Requesting a New Project
• Quote_Payment Process
• Proof Approval Process
• Downloading final files

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you make packaging compliant with Mexican labeling standards?

There are two options: adapt your sell unit packaging into a Spanish-only/bilingual/trilingual format or create a sticker that contains the mandatory Spanish information for Mexico.

Does the instruction manual need to comply with labeling regulations?

Yes, all instruction manuals need to comply with labeling regulations as well.

Does a master case/shipper or PDQ need to comply with labeling regulations?

No. There are no labeling requirements, only store preferences.

What is a Constancia?

A Constancia is a certificate that is issued by government-licensed agencies that verify that your packaging is compliant with Mexican labeling regulations. Once

How long is a Constancia valid?

A Constancia is valid until any modifications are made to packaging or the instruction manual. Any modification invalidates a Constancia certificate.

Can an item have more than one Constancia for the same item?

No, there can only be one Constancia per item. In order to make sure we are issuing the correct Constancia, we need to follow the harmonized tariff code that will be provided by the importer. There are situations where there an item could be interrupted that it needs to be compliant with more than one set of labeling regulations. For these situations, TechLink makes sure that the sell unit package/instruction manual complies with all sets of possible labeling regulations.

How long does a labeling compliance project take?

A project takes no longer than five business days from the time we receive all necessary information required to process your project.

Do electrical/electronic items require testing?

Yes. Any item that can be plugged into a wall or has an adapter included requires testing. One complete sample is required and it needs to be sent to Mexico for testing.

Is there a certificate issued after testing has been finished?

Yes. Electronic items are classified NOM001 and Electrical as NOM003. There are several certification agencies that can issue certificates once the test report has been issued.

How long does testing/certification take?

Electronics take two weeks. Electrical items take three weeks.

What is needed to start an electrical/electronic testing process?

We need one complete sample shipped to TechLink’s office in Mexico along with your harmonized tariff code and a complete electrical diagram that includes all plugs and fuses.

Is there anything else required?

Yes, TechLink needs to submit for a power of attorney request with your Costco Mexico buyer. In order put in this request, please send confirm the brand, model number and country of origin.

Are items tested still required to comply with labeling regulations?

Yes, the labeling compliance process required for items that need testing. In fact, testing items have additional labeling requirements.

What is needed to request a NOM001/NOM003 certificate?

The certification agencies require a test report, power of attorney, and all packaging in Spanish ready for their review.

Who is ANCE?

ANCE is the largest, but not the only certification agency that issues NOM003 certificates.

Who is NYCE?

NYCE is the largest, but not the only certification agency that issues NOM001 certificates.

Why does TechLink International need a Power of Attorney and what is needed for this process?

TechLink International is required to request a power of attorney for all NOM001 or NOM003 processes. At the beginning of the project, we need to issue a power of attorney request with your buyer with the following information: Brand, Model number, and country of origin. There are items that do not have a brand and for these items, Costco Wholesale Corporation would be considered the brand. It is imperative that this information becomes available at the beginning of the project since it takes almost two weeks for Costco to generate an official document.

Is there any difference between requesting a new testing project instead of a labeling compliance?

Yes, In addition to the same information needed for a labeling compliance project, TechLink requires a complete sample, and information in to request a power of attorney. The request procedure would be the same for a NOM0001/NOM003. In order to simplify this procedure, please complete the testing NOM checklist to make sure TechLink receives everything required so your project can be processed as quick as possible.