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Chapter III · Section 4 · Notifying authorities and notified bodies

# Article 39 — Conformity assessment bodies of third countries

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Conformity assessment bodies established under the law of a third country with which the Union has concluded an agreement may be authorised to carry out the activities of notified bodies under this Regulation, provided that they meet the requirements laid down in Article 31 or they ensure an equivalent level of compliance.

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## About this provision

### Status

In force 2 Aug 2025

### Type

Article · Chapter III · Section 4

### Amended by

Not amended

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