Advantages of CodeMark certification
CodeMark is suitable for any building product, but it is particularly beneficial to manufacturers and suppliers of:
- innovative products
- new products to the market
- products for which failure would have serious consequences.
It also provides a marketing advantage as certified products are deemed to comply with the Building Code, are listed on public registers and can use the CodeMark brand on advertising relating to the product.
CodeMark in New Zealand and Australia
CodeMark was jointly developed by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and the Australian Building Codes Board.
Although similar, the schemes are separate in each country and certificates are only valid for the country they are issued in. However, the CodeMark schemes enable pooling of resources and expertise and increase the access to both trans-Tasman markets for product manufacturers who are based locally and overseas.
The Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand (JASANZ) is responsible for assessing and accrediting the bodies that provide CodeMark certification.
BRANZ is accredited for both the New Zealand and Australian building codes and markets, as shown in the following certificate:
- JAS-ANZ accreditation certificate for BRANZ CodeMark [PDF, 232KB]
BRANZ CodeMark rules
Full details of the BRANZ CodeMark Programme are set out in the following rules document:
- BRANZ CodeMark Programme scheme rules [PDF, 622KB]
How to apply for BRANZ CodeMark
See How to apply for CodeMark certification for details about the process and a list of the information and documentation you need to provide.
Other options for your product
Your product or system may be better suited to a BRANZ Appraisal, or perhaps a BRANZ type test or technical opinion would provide all that you require for your product.
To discuss all the options available or for further information about BRANZ's CodeMark Programme, contact us by:
- freephone 0800 080 063
- email assuranceservices@branz.co.nz.
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How to apply for BRANZ CodeMark certification
To apply for BRANZ CodeMark certification for your building product, you need to first complete an enquiry form giving information about your product and your company.
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CodeMark and Appraisals search
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CodeMark complaints and appeals
Use this form if you have a complaint regarding a BRANZ CodeMark product or any BRANZ process or procedures in relation to CodeMark or wish to appeal any CodeMark certification decisions.
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Updated: 16 October 2023