Difference Between EN 10204 Type 3.1 And Type 3.2
Designation of the document type | |||||
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EN 10204 Reference | English version | German version | French version | Document content | Document validated by |
Type 3.1 | Inspection certificate 3.1 | Abnahmeprüf- zeugnisse 3.1 |
Certificat de réception 3.1 | Statement of compliance with the order, with indication of results of specific inspection | The manufacturer`s authorized inspection representative, independent of the manufacturing department |
Type 3.2 | Inspection certificate 3.2 | Abnahmeprüf- zeugnisse 3.2 |
Certificat de réception 3.2 | Statement of compliance with the order, with indication of results of specific inspection | The manufacturer`s authorized inspection representative independent of the manufacturing department and either the purchaser`s authorized inspection representative or the inspector designated by the official regulations |
EN 10201 Type 3.1 Introduction
The EN 10204 Type 3.1 Inspection Certificate are actual test results from the material in the lot from which the steel products have been supplied (formally referred to as “specific testing”). A 3.1 Inspection Certificate is endorsed only by the manufacturer’s own representative who has to be independent from the manufacturing process, such as the Quality department or a test house manager/supervisor.




AGICO is qualified to provide EN 10204 Type 3.1 Inspection Certificate as test results from the material in the lot from which the steel products have been supplied, this Inspection Certificate is endorsed only AGICO who has to be independent from the manufacturing process, such as the Quality department or a test house manager/supervisor.
Why Choose Manufacturer with EN10204 Type 3.1 Certificate
If a metal material factory has passed the ISO 9001 certificate issued by an EU-authorized certification body, and the metal material meets the European material specifications, the factory can issue an EN10204-3.1 material certificate to its customers.
It’s a very reliable decision for Customers who need large size stud bolt or hex bolt to choose AGICO as the supplier, for there is a guarantee of steel rod raw materials and product quality according to its strict manufacturing process and tests.


With AGICO Applied Technologies is familiar with the requirements of a Type 3.1 inspection certificate and we understand its importance to our customers. While the 3.2 certificate is rare due to the higher cost, it provides independent assurance of a material’s properties. If you need more help understanding your 3.1 certificate, or simply need help retrieving a certification for a component you’ve purchased previously.