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ETIM, the international classification standard for technical products

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ETIM International

ETIM International is the guardian of the ETIM classification model. We represent ETIM organizations all over the world with one shared objective: a sustainable classification standard for all technical products worldwide.

The benefits of classification

Classification is a clear-cut way to logically structure product data. The ETIM Model provides such a structure for technical products and ensures uniformity in shared product information. Want to stop searching and start finding? Use ETIM!

ETIM Academy (NEW!)

Master the global standard for product data. Free and member-exclusive courses designed for manufacturers, wholesalers, and ETIM professionals. Learn product classification, ETIM standards, and implementation best practices at your own pace on our new ETIM Academy platform.

Latest news

UncategorizedETIM International Launches the ETIM Academy
May 18, 2026

ETIM International Launches the ETIM Academy

ETIM International proudly announces the launch of the ETIM Academy, a new online learning platform dedicated to education about ETIM standards and their practical implementation. Available at academy.etim-international.com, the platform…
NieuwsberichtenItalian Electrotechnical industry chooses the smart way to integrate ETIM xChange
February 13, 2026

Italian Electrotechnical industry chooses the smart way to integrate ETIM xChange

On the 12th of February, the board of METEL srl, who is representing the interests of ETIM for the electrotechnical industry within the collaboration framework ETIM Italy has adopted a…
UncategorizedRelease planning ETIM 11.0
January 12, 2026

Release planning ETIM 11.0

In its recent meeting, the ETIM International Technical Committee has approved the release planning for ETIM 11.0. The deadline for handing in change requests in the ETIM CMT tool (Classification…

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