Document background
The Acceptance Certificate is a critical document used in commercial transactions under Dutch law to formally document the acceptance of delivered goods, completed works, or services. This document is typically issued after inspection and testing of the deliverables, confirming they meet the specified requirements and quality standards. The Acceptance Certificate serves multiple important functions: it triggers payment obligations, marks the start of warranty periods, transfers risk to the accepting party, and can serve as evidence in potential disputes. Under Dutch law (Burgerlijk Wetboek), this formal acceptance is particularly significant as it may limit the accepting party's ability to later claim defects that were or should have been apparent during inspection. The certificate should clearly identify the accepted items, date of acceptance, any reservations or conditions, and be properly executed by authorized representatives.
