GS means German “Geprufte Sicherheit” (safety has been certified), also has the meaning of “Germany Safety” (German Safety). GS certification based on the German Product Safety Act (SGS) as the basis for testing in accordance with the European Union unified standard EN or the German industrial standard DIN is a voluntary certification, is recognized in the European market, the German Safety The GS certification mark means that the product is recognized as a German safety mark in the European market.
GS certification mark indicates that the safety of the use of the product has been through the credibility of the independent body of the test. GS certification mark, although not legally mandatory, but it does cause accidents in the product failure, so that the manufacturer is subject to the strict German (European) product safety law constraints. Therefore, the GS mark is a powerful marketing tool that enhances customers' confidence and desire to buy. Although GS is a German standard, it is recognized in most European countries. Moreover, when GS certification is met, the product will also meet the requirements of the European Community's CE marking. Unlike CE, the GS mark is not legally mandatory, but as safety awareness has been deeply rooted in ordinary consumers, an appliance with the GS mark may be more competitive in the market than ordinary products.
