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UN R112 — Headlamps with asymmetrical passing and driving beams

Review both technical and administrative provisions for headlamp approval.

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What does it cover?

UN R112 concerns approval of motor-vehicle headlamps providing an asymmetrical passing beam, a driving beam or both. It treats application and marking provisions separately from general technical requirements and lighting performance. Its scope refers to headlamps for vehicles in categories L, M, N and T.

Who is it for?

Headlamp manufacturers, lighting designers and photometric testing teams.

Which subjects are addressed?

  • Headlamp type-approval application
  • Markings
  • General technical characteristics
  • Lighting requirements

Common question

Are headlamp approval and installation on a vehicle the same matter?

No. R112 addresses approval of the headlamp. The relevant installation regulation must also be considered when placing it on a vehicle.

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