Building product information rules and checklist

Learn how to comply with the new building product information rules.

What are the new rules?

the clauses of the Building Code that are relevant to the product, within its intended scope of use
how the building product is expected to contribute to compliance with the relevant Building Code clauses
any limitations on the use of the building product
any design requirements that would support the appropriate use of the building product
any installation requirements
any maintenance requirements
a statement about whether the building product is or is not subject to a warning or ban under

The legal and trading name of the overseas manufacturer and NZ importer
The overseas manufacturer's and NZ importer's address for service
The address of the overseas manufacturer and NZ importer's public Internet site (if any)
Their public email address (if any)
Their New Zealand Business Number (NZBN) (if any).

The product’s name
A description of the building product and its intended use
An identifier for the building product that distinguishes it from other building products

Author