Section 10 – Identification Device Certification - Revision history

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As agreed with the ID-SC chair, the numbering of the different procedures have been removed for easiness of reading

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	= Procedure 1: Conformance of Transponders =		= Procedure: Conformance of Transponders =
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	= Procedure 2: Granting of Manufacturer Code =		= Procedure: Granting of Manufacturer Code =
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	= Procedure 3: Conformance of Transceivers with ISO Standards =		= Procedure: Conformance of Transceivers with ISO Standards =
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	= Procedure 4: Testing of Conventional Plastic Ear Tags =		= Procedure: Testing of Conventional Plastic Ear Tags =
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	= Procedure 5: Testing of External RFID Devices =		= Procedure: Testing of External RFID Devices =
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	= Procedure 6: Voluntary sampling of Identification Devices =		= Procedure: Voluntary sampling of Identification Devices =
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	# Should the manufacturer fail to meet any or all above certificate conditions ICAR may withdraw the certification.		# Should the manufacturer fail to meet any or all above certificate conditions ICAR may withdraw the certification.
	# In disputes regarding the conditions above or the use of a certificate, the decision of ICAR will be binding.		# In disputes regarding the conditions above or the use of a certificate, the decision of ICAR will be binding.
	# ICAR will distribute an advice notice regarding any manufacturer distributing RFID devices in conflict with the testing and certification procedures outlined in this Procedure 5 of Section 10 of the ICAR Guidelines.</div>		# ICAR will distribute an advice notice regarding any manufacturer distributing RFID devices in conflict with the testing and certification procedures outlined in this Procedure 5 of Section 10 of the ICAR Guidelines.
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	= Procedure 6: Voluntary sampling of Identification Devices =		= Procedure 6: Voluntary sampling of Identification Devices =
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	== Introduction ==		== Introduction ==
	Verification of identification devices is a quality service to ensure ICAR certified devices currently commercially available continue to meet appropriate ISO and ICAR test conformance criteria. ICAR offers this service to national Competent Authorities and other mandated bodies (hereafter referred to as the applicant); however, this service is not offered to manufacturers or their agents. Certification or re-certification of submitted devices cannot occur through the verification service.		Verification of identification devices is a quality service to ensure ICAR certified devices currently commercially available continue to meet appropriate ISO and ICAR test conformance criteria. ICAR offers this service to national Competent Authorities and other mandated bodies (hereafter referred to as the applicant); however, this service is not offered to manufacturers or their agents. Certification or re-certification of submitted devices cannot occur through the verification service.
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	= Appendix B3: Numbers of Reference Printing =		= Appendix B3: Numbers of Reference Printing =
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	'''Note''': A manufacturer must not use the ICAR logo for any purpose, unless expressly authorised by ICAR.		'''Note''': A manufacturer must not use the ICAR logo for any purpose, unless expressly authorised by ICAR.

	== ~~Appendices~~ ==		== Appendixes ==
	Appendix A1. Application for RFID transponder Conformance test (ISO 24631-1) ([http://old.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Annex-A1-form-Section-10-Guidelines.pdf link])		Appendix A1. Application for RFID transponder Conformance test (ISO 24631-1) ([http://old.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Annex-A1-form-Section-10-Guidelines.pdf link])

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Procedure 6: Voluntary sampling of Identification Devices

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	== Introduction ==		== Introduction ==
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	= Appendix B3: Numbers of Reference Printing =		= Appendix B3: Numbers of Reference Printing =

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	The first time a manufacturer applies for a conformance test, the manufacturer must also apply for a manufacturer code and sign a Code of Conduct.		The first time a manufacturer applies for a conformance test, the manufacturer must also apply for a manufacturer code and sign a Code of Conduct.

	The intial application must consist of a completed test application form ([http://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Annex-A1-form-Section-10-Guidelines.pdf Appendix A1]), a completed application form for a manufacturer code ([http://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Annex-A2-form-Section-10-Guidelines.pdf Appendix A2]), and the signed "Code of Conduct" ([~~http~~://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/~~2016/03~~/Annex-A3-~~form~~-~~Section~~-10-~~Guidelines~~.pdf Appendix A3]). By signing the application form and the Code of Conduct, the manufacturer agrees to fulfil the conditions described in this document and to accept the charges for this procedure.		The intial application must consist of a completed test application form ([http://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Annex-A1-form-Section-10-Guidelines.pdf Appendix A1]), a completed application form for a manufacturer code ([http://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Annex-A2-form-Section-10-Guidelines.pdf Appendix A2]), and the signed "Code of Conduct" ([https://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/documents/Annex-A3-Code-of-Conduct-2025.pdf Appendix A3]). By signing the application form and the Code of Conduct, the manufacturer agrees to fulfil the conditions described in this document and to accept the charges for this procedure.

	The completed application must be emailed to the ICAR secretariat at: [mailto:manufacturers@icar.org manufacturers@icar.org] [[Mailto:manufacturers@icar.org\|manufacturers@icar.org]].		The completed application must be emailed to the ICAR secretariat at: [mailto:manufacturers@icar.org manufacturers@icar.org] [[Mailto:manufacturers@icar.org\|manufacturers@icar.org]].

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	All test results shall be kept confidential between ICAR and the applicant making the request(s). Specific test results are returned only to the applicant making the request(s) and providing the device samples. ICAR strongly requests the test results remain strictly confidential between the applicant, ICAR, and the manufacturer. ICAR strongly discourages the sharing of such reports with any person or any entity other than the aforementioned parties nor should these reports ever be made available to the public domain.[[File:Section 10, Procedure 6, Figure 1.jpg\|center\|thumb\|800x800px\|Section 10, Procedure 6, Figure 1]]</div>		All test results shall be kept confidential between ICAR and the applicant making the request(s). Specific test results are returned only to the applicant making the request(s) and providing the device samples. ICAR strongly requests the test results remain strictly confidential between the applicant, ICAR, and the manufacturer. ICAR strongly discourages the sharing of such reports with any person or any entity other than the aforementioned parties nor should these reports ever be made available to the public domain.[[File:Section 10, Procedure 6, Figure 1.jpg\|center\|thumb\|800x800px\|Section 10, Procedure 6, Figure 1]]</div>
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	All test results shall be kept confidential between ICAR and the applicant making the request(s). Specific test results are returned only to the applicant making the request(s) and providing the device samples. ICAR strongly requests the test results remain strictly confidential between the applicant, ICAR, and the manufacturer. ICAR strongly discourages the sharing of such reports with any person or any entity other than the aforementioned parties nor should these reports ever be made available to the public domain.[[File:Section 10, Procedure 6, Figure 1.jpg\|center\|thumb\|800x800px\|Section 10, Procedure 6, Figure 1]]</div>		All test results shall be kept confidential between ICAR and the applicant making the request(s). Specific test results are returned only to the applicant making the request(s) and providing the device samples. ICAR strongly requests the test results remain strictly confidential between the applicant, ICAR, and the manufacturer. ICAR strongly discourages the sharing of such reports with any person or any entity other than the aforementioned parties nor should these reports ever be made available to the public domain.[[File:Section 10, Procedure 6, Figure 1.jpg\|center\|thumb\|800x800px\|Section 10, Procedure 6, Figure 1]]</div>


	= Appendix B3: Numbers of Reference Printing =		= Appendix B3: Numbers of Reference Printing =

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	Appendix B5. Laboratory Test for Conventional Plastic Ear Tags ([[Section 10 – Identification Device Certification# Appendix B5: Laboratory Test for Conventional Plastic Ear Tags\|link]]).		Appendix B5. Laboratory Test for Conventional Plastic Ear Tags ([[Section 10 – Identification Device Certification# Appendix B5: Laboratory Test for Conventional Plastic Ear Tags\|link]]).

	Appendix C1. Application for Device Composition and Environmental Performance test for external RFID devices ([http://~~www~~.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C1-updated-March-2017.pdf link])		Appendix C1. Application for Device Composition and Environmental Performance test for external RFID devices ([http://old.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C1-updated-March-2017.pdf link])

	Appendix C2. Application for Device Change Notification (DCN) for external RFID devices modified during the 5-year certification ([http://~~www~~.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C2-updated-March-2017.pdf link])		Appendix C2. Application for Device Change Notification (DCN) for external RFID devices modified during the 5-year certification ([http://old.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C2-updated-March-2017.pdf link])

	Appendix C3. Preliminary Test for External RFID Devices ([[Section 10 – Identification Device Certification#Appendix C3: Preliminary Test for External RFID Devices\|link]]).		Appendix C3. Preliminary Test for External RFID Devices ([[Section 10 – Identification Device Certification#Appendix C3: Preliminary Test for External RFID Devices\|link]]).
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	=== Reference number ===		=== Reference number ===
	Printing must be composed of four different and predefined figures (from 0 to 9) as outlined in [http://~~www~~.icar.org/Guidelines/10-Appendix-B3-Numbers-for-Reference-Printing.pdf Appendix B3]. The font style and size must replicate precisely the font style and size the manufacturer commonly uses on that tag within the market.		Printing must be composed of four different and predefined figures (from 0 to 9) as outlined in [http://old.icar.org/Guidelines/10-Appendix-B3-Numbers-for-Reference-Printing.pdf Appendix B3]. The font style and size must replicate precisely the font style and size the manufacturer commonly uses on that tag within the market.

	For the ear tags where machine readability will be assessed, a 12-digit barcode must be printed on the tags in addition to the reference number. The 12-digit barcode consists of the three numbers of the test code as defined in section 4.7 followed by zeroes and the reference number.		For the ear tags where machine readability will be assessed, a 12-digit barcode must be printed on the tags in addition to the reference number. The 12-digit barcode consists of the three numbers of the test code as defined in section 4.7 followed by zeroes and the reference number.
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	At the commencement of the Laboratory Test, the manufacturer must deliver the following items to the assigned test centre:		At the commencement of the Laboratory Test, the manufacturer must deliver the following items to the assigned test centre:

	# 200 yellow ear tags with the test code number and the reference printing applied (including the uniform solid block described in 4.5). For tags where the machine readability is to be assessed, a 12-digit barcode must also be printed on the ear tag. Note: the manufacturer will be allocated 25 reference numbers to print on the 200 ear tags, i.e. 8 tags per reference number ([http://~~www~~.icar.org/Guidelines/10-Appendix-B3-Numbers-for-Reference-Printing.pdf Appendix B3]).		# 200 yellow ear tags with the test code number and the reference printing applied (including the uniform solid block described in 4.5). For tags where the machine readability is to be assessed, a 12-digit barcode must also be printed on the ear tag. Note: the manufacturer will be allocated 25 reference numbers to print on the 200 ear tags, i.e. 8 tags per reference number ([http://old.icar.org/Guidelines/10-Appendix-B3-Numbers-for-Reference-Printing.pdf Appendix B3]).
	# One tag applicator or an equivalent device supplied for the application of devices to animals.		# One tag applicator or an equivalent device supplied for the application of devices to animals.
	# A statement specifying the nature of the polymer used for the device.		# A statement specifying the nature of the polymer used for the device.
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	# For the Phase 2 Preliminary Assessment, the sequential numerical code range will be: 001 - 130.		# For the Phase 2 Preliminary Assessment, the sequential numerical code range will be: 001 - 130.
	# For the Phase 3 Laboratory Test, the sequential numerical code range will be: 201 - 400.		# For the Phase 3 Laboratory Test, the sequential numerical code range will be: 201 - 400.
	# The reference ID code programmed into each transponder must be printed on the front part of each device. The font style and size must replicate precisely the font style and size the manufacturer commonly uses on that device within the market. This font size and style must be specified in the application form ([http://~~www~~.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C1-updated-March-2017.pdf Appendix C1] or [http://~~www~~.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C2-updated-March-2017.pdf Appendix C2]).		# The reference ID code programmed into each transponder must be printed on the front part of each device. The font style and size must replicate precisely the font style and size the manufacturer commonly uses on that device within the market. This font size and style must be specified in the application form ([http://old.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C1-updated-March-2017.pdf Appendix C1] or [http://old.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C2-updated-March-2017.pdf Appendix C2]).

	=== RFID ear tag ===		=== RFID ear tag ===
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	The application must consist of:		The application must consist of:
	# The Application Form ([http://~~www~~.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C1-updated-March-2017.pdf Appendix C1] or [http://~~www~~.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C2-updated-March-2017.pdf Appendix C2]):		# The Application Form ([http://old.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C1-updated-March-2017.pdf Appendix C1] or [http://old.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C2-updated-March-2017.pdf Appendix C2]):
	#* Appendix C1 form is the application form for the certification of a new device.		#* Appendix C1 form is the application form for the certification of a new device.
	#* Appendix C2 is the application form for the certification of a device that has been modified during its certification period. (Please refer to section 7 for information on the Device Change Notification).		#* [http://old.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C2-updated-March-2017.pdf Appendix C2] is the application form for the certification of a device that has been modified during its certification period. (Please refer to section 7 for information on the Device Change Notification).
	Copies of the required application form can be obtained from the ICAR web site ([http://www.icar.org/index.php/certifications/animal-identification-certifications/application-forms-for-testing-of-id-devices/ here]) or from the ICAR Secretariat.		Copies of the required application form can be obtained from the ICAR web site ([http://www.icar.org/index.php/certifications/animal-identification-certifications/application-forms-for-testing-of-id-devices/ here]) or from the ICAR Secretariat.

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	At the commencement of the Laboratory Test, the manufacturer must deliver the following items to the assigned test centre:		At the commencement of the Laboratory Test, the manufacturer must deliver the following items to the assigned test centre:

	# 200 external RFID devices programmed with the reference ID codes. The test code and reference printing ([http://~~www~~.icar.org/Guidelines/10-Appendix-B3-Numbers-for-Reference-Printing.pdf Appendix B3]) must printed or engraved on the exterior of each device.		# 200 external RFID devices programmed with the reference ID codes. The test code and reference printing ([http://old.icar.org/Guidelines/10-Appendix-B3-Numbers-for-Reference-Printing.pdf Appendix B3]) must printed or engraved on the exterior of each device.
	# One tag applicator or an equivalent device supplied for the application of devices to animals.		# One tag applicator or an equivalent device supplied for the application of devices to animals.
	# A statement specifying the nature of the polymer used for the device.		# A statement specifying the nature of the polymer used for the device.
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	# Once the ICAR certification has been granted, the manufacturer will be responsible to:		# Once the ICAR certification has been granted, the manufacturer will be responsible to:
	#* Keep an accurate and detailed log of all changes to their product and this log must be available to ICAR upon request. This log must include details of in-house performance measurements and Quality Assurance testing showing the product has maintained or enhanced its quality, performance and material composition.		#* Keep an accurate and detailed log of all changes to their product and this log must be available to ICAR upon request. This log must include details of in-house performance measurements and Quality Assurance testing showing the product has maintained or enhanced its quality, performance and material composition.
	#* Submit the product for a Device Change Notification (DCN – [~~https~~://~~www~~.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C2-updated-March-2017.pdf Appendix C2]) when changes are made to the composition and environmental performance characteristics of the device during its 5-year certification period. At the determination of the ICAR Secretariat,the modified device may require a new certification code, and the manufacturer will need to declare if the modified device will replace the existing device or if the two devices are going to co-exist. Every DCN application will be reviewed individually by ICAR and the designated laboratory, and ICAR shall decide if a limited test is applicable, or if the significance of the modification(s) requires a full test. '''''Note''': The request for a DCN is not applicable to all types of changes to a device. Manufacturers should contact the ICAR Secretariat ([mailto:manufacturers@icar.org manufacturers@icar.org]) for guidance before they apply for DCN.''		#* Submit the product for a Device Change Notification (DCN – [http://old.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Annex-C2-updated-March-2017.pdf Appendix C2]) when changes are made to the composition and environmental performance characteristics of the device during its 5-year certification period. At the determination of the ICAR Secretariat,the modified device may require a new certification code, and the manufacturer will need to declare if the modified device will replace the existing device or if the two devices are going to co-exist. Every DCN application will be reviewed individually by ICAR and the designated laboratory, and ICAR shall decide if a limited test is applicable, or if the significance of the modification(s) requires a full test. '''''Note''': The request for a DCN is not applicable to all types of changes to a device. Manufacturers should contact the ICAR Secretariat ([mailto:manufacturers@icar.org manufacturers@icar.org]) for guidance before they apply for DCN.''
	#*Submit the product for re-certification before the expiration of its current ICAR certification. The manufacturer must apply for re-certification no earlier than 6 months before the expiration of the certificate and no later than 5 months after the expiration of the certificate.		#*Submit the product for re-certification before the expiration of its current ICAR certification. The manufacturer must apply for re-certification no earlier than 6 months before the expiration of the certificate and no later than 5 months after the expiration of the certificate.
	#*Understand that within the 5 year timeframe, should ICAR suspect a product change that has not been subjected to the tests outlined in this Procedure 5 of Section 10 of the ICAR Guidelines, or any other breach of the conditions described in this chapter, ICAR may take sample products from the market and test their performance against the performance of the certified device.		#*Understand that within the 5 year timeframe, should ICAR suspect a product change that has not been subjected to the tests outlined in this Procedure 5 of Section 10 of the ICAR Guidelines, or any other breach of the conditions described in this chapter, ICAR may take sample products from the market and test their performance against the performance of the certified device.
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	== The device verification process ==		== The device verification process ==

	# The applicant completes the application form (Appendix D1) and emails it to [mailto:icar@icar.org icar@icar.org].		# The applicant completes the application form ([https://www.icar.org/Guidelines/10-Appendix-D1-Application-for-voluntary-sampling-of-ICAR-certified-animal-identification-devices.pdf Appendix D1]) and emails it to [mailto:icar@icar.org icar@icar.org].
	# The ICAR Secretariat processes the application, provides instructions to the applicant regarding the collection of the samples (as outlined in this Procedure), and issues the invoice.		# The ICAR Secretariat processes the application, provides instructions to the applicant regarding the collection of the samples (as outlined in this Procedure), and issues the invoice.
	# The sample devices are collected by the applicant from stock available to the local market. Note: the manufacturer of the device cannot collect or submit the required samples.		# The sample devices are collected by the applicant from stock available to the local market. Note: the manufacturer of the device cannot collect or submit the required samples.
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	* The Limited Test protocol for the RFID conformance tested devices. (Procedure 1, Section 10 ‘Conformance of Transponders with ISO standards’ available here).		* The Limited Test protocol for the RFID conformance tested devices. (Procedure 1, Section 10 ‘Conformance of Transponders with ISO standards’ available here).
	* The Preliminary Assessment protocol for the material performance of the tested devices (Appendix B4. Preliminary Test for Conventional Plastic Ear Tags (here), or Appendix C3. Preliminary Test for External RFID Devices available here).		* The Preliminary Assessment protocol for the material performance of the tested devices (Appendix B4. Preliminary Test for Conventional Plastic Ear Tags (here), or [[Section 10 – Identification Device Certification#Appendix C3: Preliminary Test for External RFID Devices\|Appendix C3.]] Preliminary Test for External RFID Devices available here).

	Additional Testing: The applicant may also request additional testing beyond those specified in the Limited Test protocol or Preliminary Assessment protocol. Provided those additional test(s) are defined in existing ISO or ICAR documented test protocols, the designated test laboratory will provide a quote outlining the additional costs for the requested testing in the test plan they submit to the ICAR Secretariat. The ICAR Secretariat will then advise the applicant of the additional costs for the applicant’s approval..		Additional Testing: The applicant may also request additional testing beyond those specified in the Limited Test protocol or Preliminary Assessment protocol. Provided those additional test(s) are defined in existing ISO or ICAR documented test protocols, the designated test laboratory will provide a quote outlining the additional costs for the requested testing in the test plan they submit to the ICAR Secretariat. The ICAR Secretariat will then advise the applicant of the additional costs for the applicant’s approval..
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	All test results shall be kept confidential between ICAR and the applicant making the request(s). Specific test results are returned only to the applicant making the request(s) and providing the device samples. ICAR strongly requests the test results remain strictly confidential between the applicant, ICAR, and the manufacturer. ICAR strongly discourages the sharing of such reports with any person or any entity other than the aforementioned parties nor should these reports ever be made available to the public domain.[[File:Section 10, Procedure 6, Figure 1.jpg\|center\|thumb\|800x800px\|Section 10, Procedure 6, Figure 1]]</div>		All test results shall be kept confidential between ICAR and the applicant making the request(s). Specific test results are returned only to the applicant making the request(s) and providing the device samples. ICAR strongly requests the test results remain strictly confidential between the applicant, ICAR, and the manufacturer. ICAR strongly discourages the sharing of such reports with any person or any entity other than the aforementioned parties nor should these reports ever be made available to the public domain.[[File:Section 10, Procedure 6, Figure 1.jpg\|center\|thumb\|800x800px\|Section 10, Procedure 6, Figure 1]]</div>
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	Appendix A2. Application for a manufacturer code allocation ([http://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Annex-A2-form-Section-10-Guidelines.pdf link])		Appendix A2. Application for a manufacturer code allocation ([http://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Annex-A2-form-Section-10-Guidelines.pdf link])

	Appendix A3. Code of conduct ([~~http~~://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/~~2016/03~~/Annex-A3-~~form~~-~~Section~~-10-~~Guidelines~~.pdf link])		Appendix A3. Code of conduct ([https://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/documents/Annex-A3-Code-of-Conduct-2025.pdf link])

	Appendix A4. Application for RFID transponder Performance test (ISO 24631-3) ([http://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Annex-A4-form-Section-10-Guidelines.pdf link])		Appendix A4. Application for RFID transponder Performance test (ISO 24631-3) ([http://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Annex-A4-form-Section-10-Guidelines.pdf link])
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	The first time a manufacturer applies for a conformance test, the manufacturer must also apply for a manufacturer code and sign a Code of Conduct.		The first time a manufacturer applies for a conformance test, the manufacturer must also apply for a manufacturer code and sign a Code of Conduct.

	The intial application must consist of a completed test application form ([http://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Annex-A1-form-Section-10-Guidelines.pdf Appendix A1]), a completed application form for a manufacturer code ([http://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Annex-A2-form-Section-10-Guidelines.pdf Appendix A2]), and the signed "Code of Conduct" ([https://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/documents/Annex-A3-Code-of-Conduct-2025.pdf ~~Appendix~~ A3]). By signing the application form and the Code of Conduct, the manufacturer agrees to fulfil the conditions described in this document and to accept the charges for this procedure.		The intial application must consist of a completed test application form ([http://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Annex-A1-form-Section-10-Guidelines.pdf Appendix A1]), a completed application form for a manufacturer code ([http://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Annex-A2-form-Section-10-Guidelines.pdf Appendix A2]), and the signed "Code of Conduct" ([https://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/documents/Annex-A3-Code-of-Conduct-2025.pdf Annex A3]). By signing the application form and the Code of Conduct, the manufacturer agrees to fulfil the conditions described in this document and to accept the charges for this procedure.

	The completed application must be emailed to the ICAR secretariat at: [mailto:manufacturers@icar.org manufacturers@icar.org] [[Mailto:manufacturers@icar.org\|manufacturers@icar.org]].		The completed application must be emailed to the ICAR secretariat at: [mailto:manufacturers@icar.org manufacturers@icar.org] [[Mailto:manufacturers@icar.org\|manufacturers@icar.org]].
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	In accordance with ISO 11784 and Section 10 of these Guidelines, including [~~http~~://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/~~2016/03~~/Annex-A3-~~form~~-~~Section~~-10-~~Guidelines~~.pdf ~~Appendix~~ A3] Code of Conduct, manufacturer codes (900-998 series) should only be used in connection with electronic identification (RFID) devices.		In accordance with ISO 11784 and Section 10 of these Guidelines, including [https://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/documents/Annex-A3-Code-of-Conduct-2025.pdf Annex A3] Code of Conduct, manufacturer codes (900-998 series) should only be used in connection with electronic identification (RFID) devices.

	Where a competent national authority has assumed the responsibility for ensuring and maintaining the uniqueness of the RFID identification code for a specific species in that country, the ISO 3166 3-digit numeric country code may be used in place of the manufacturer code in the electronic identification of that specific species of animal. A country code may only be used if it is authorized by the competent authority of that country.		Where a competent national authority has assumed the responsibility for ensuring and maintaining the uniqueness of the RFID identification code for a specific species in that country, the ISO 3166 3-digit numeric country code may be used in place of the manufacturer code in the electronic identification of that specific species of animal. A country code may only be used if it is authorized by the competent authority of that country.
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	== The use of manufacturer codes and country codes ==		== The use of manufacturer codes and country codes ==
	In accordance with ISO 11784 and Section 10 of these Guidelines, including [~~http~~://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/~~2016/03~~/Annex-A3-~~form~~-~~Section~~-10-~~Guidelines~~.pdf ~~Appendix~~ A3] Code of Conduct, manufacturer codes (900-998 series) should only be used in connection with electronic identification (RFID) devices.		In accordance with ISO 11784 and Section 10 of these Guidelines, including [https://www.icar.org/wp-content/uploads/documents/Annex-A3-Code-of-Conduct-2025.pdf Annexx A3] Code of Conduct, manufacturer codes (900-998 series) should only be used in connection with electronic identification (RFID) devices.

	Where a competent national authority has assumed the responsibility for ensuring and maintaining the uniqueness of the RFID identification code for a specific species in that country, the ISO 3166 3-digit numeric country code may be used in place of the manufacturer code in the electronic identification of that specific species of animal. A country code may only be used if it is authorized by the competent authority of that country.		Where a competent national authority has assumed the responsibility for ensuring and maintaining the uniqueness of the RFID identification code for a specific species in that country, the ISO 3166 3-digit numeric country code may be used in place of the manufacturer code in the electronic identification of that specific species of animal. A country code may only be used if it is authorized by the competent authority of that country.