Independent Lighting Testing Supporting Certification
Lighting products must comply with defined safety, performance and regulatory requirements depending on their technical design, intended use and destination markets.
DEKRA provides independent lighting testing and certification services for luminaires, LED lighting products and smart lighting systems. Our experts support manufacturers throughout the product lifecycle, from product development and validation to certification and market access.
DEKRA operates a global network of accredited lighting testing laboratories, providing coordinated testing services worldwide.
Why Lighting Testing Matters
Lighting testing benefits manufacturers by:
- Supporting compliance with applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
- Verifying product performance and declared specifications.
- Facilitating certification processes and global market access.
- Identifying design or compliance issues early in development.
- Enhancing product safety, reliability, and quality.
Lighting Applications & Use Cases
Lighting testing services support a wide range of lighting product categories, including:
Professional indoor lighting
General and professional luminaires used in commercial, industrial and public indoor environments.
Street and outdoor lighting
Lighting installations intended for roads, tunnels and public outdoor areas.
Smart and connected lighting solutions
Lighting products integrating communication, sensing or control capabilities.
Emergency lighting systems
Luminaires designed to provide illumination for evacuation and safety purposes during power failure.
Automotive lighting components and systems
Lighting devices used in vehicles, including signalling and functional lighting.
Key Lighting Testing Capabilities
DEKRA offers comprehensive lighting testing services to evaluate the safety, performance and reliability of lighting products, supporting regulatory compliance and product validation.
Safety testing supports compliance with electrical safety standards and regulatory requirements. It includes evaluating electrical safety, insulation, temperature limits, and operational behavior under expected conditions.
We conduct functional safety testing to confirm safe operation during normal use, including scenarios involving hardware failures, environmental factors, and user interaction.
We also perform photobiological safety testing (IEC/EN 62471) to evaluate optical radiation risks from LED and other light sources when relevant.
Environmental and mechanical testing evaluates the durability and robustness of lighting products under environmental stress conditions.
This may include:
- Ingress protection testing (IP testing)
- Impact resistance testing (IK testing)
- Corrosion and salt spray testing
- Glow-wire testing and fire resistance testing
- Climatic and environmental exposure testing
These tests support product reliability and regulatory compliance.
DEKRA supports testing of smart lighting and connected lighting systems, including luminaires integrating sensors, communication interfaces and control systems.
Testing may include:
- Communication protocol testing (such as DALI and D4i)
- Interoperability testing
- Cybersecurity-related assessments where applicable
This supports certification schemes such as Zhaga-D4i certification.
Photometric testing evaluates lighting performance characteristics such as luminous flux, intensity distribution and colour properties.
Detailed information about optical measurements and photometric performance evaluation is available on the Photometric Testing page.
Lighting Certification Schemes and Quality Marks
Based on comprehensive testing results, DEKRA supports certification according to recognised international lighting certification schemes, including:
- ENEC > European certification demonstrating compliance with applicable electrical safety standards for luminaires.
- ENEC+ > Certification scheme verifying declared performance characteristics of lighting products. ENEC safety certification is required as a prerequisite.
- CB Certification (IECEE CB Scheme) > International certification within the IECEE CB Scheme. CB test certificates are recognised by participating national certification bodies and used as a basis for issuing national certifications.
- DEKRA Mark > DEKRA’s independent safety certification mark confirms that a product complies with applicable safety requirements.
- cDEKRAus > DEKRA safety certification enables access to the United States and Canadian markets through compliance with applicable North American electrical safety requirements.
- CoC UAE > Certificate of Conformity issued for emergency lighting products placed on the United Arab Emirates market.
CE Directives for Global Lighting Compliance
CE directives provide a widely recognised regulatory framework that many manufacturers use as a starting point for global compliance.
For lighting products placed on the European market, compliance with applicable CE directives is mandatory depending on the product’s design, functionality and intended use.
Relevant directives may include
- Low Voltage Directive (LVD)
- Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)
- RoHS and REACH
- Energy-Related Products Directive (ErP)
Testing is conducted in accordance with relevant European and international standards, including:
- EN IEC 60598 – Safety requirements for luminaires.
- EN IEC 61347 – Safety requirements for control gear for electric light sources
- IEC/EN 62471 – Photobiological safety.
- EMC standards.
- Environmental and mechanical testing standards.
These standards form the technical basis for lighting certification.
Supporting Global Market Access for Lighting Products
Lighting products must comply with different national and regional standards, certification schemes, and regulatory requirements. DEKRA helps manufacturers navigate these requirements through its global network of accredited lighting testing laboratories and certification bodies.
Our experts help demonstrate compliance with international standards (IEC) and national regulations, supporting certification, regulatory approval, and global market access.
DEKRA performs precise photometric measurements to evaluate lighting performance, including luminous flux, light distribution, and colour characteristics. These measurements support lighting design, product validation, and certification for luminaires, LED lighting systems, and automotive optical technologies.
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Zhaga certification enables interoperable LED lighting systems through standardised interface specifications. DEKRA supports Zhaga and Zhaga-D4i certification, helping manufacturers develop compatible lighting solutions and access international markets.
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EMC & RF Testing
DEKRA’s global network of testing laboratories and specialized experts can help you get your products tested for electromagnetic compatibility and radio frequency.
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Product Safety Testing
At DEKRA, our experts will support you by testing against the right standards, not only under normal operating conditions, but also under extreme ones.
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Global Market Access Services
Holistic services to meet the regulatory technical and compliance standards with certifications and approvals that companies need to succeed in global markets.
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