CSA Group is a North American standards-development and certification organization. Its standards are widely used in Canada and are referenced in the United States and internationally.
Why CSA standards matter in testing
A CSA standard defines the test procedure and acceptance requirements used for materials, safety, and product performance, including mechanical strength tests run on universal testing machines.
What CSA standards cover
CSA spans construction materials, steel and metal products, consumer and industrial goods, with mechanical methods such as tensile and tear.
How to read a CSA designation
CSA designations use a letter-and-number code — for example, CSA D9 — and current documents are often harmonized with US (ANSI) or international standards.