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The Mexican Secretariat of Economics informed on the new standard NMX-I-J-324-NYCE-ANCE-2022 on self-ballasted LED lamps for general lighting services including safety requirements and test methods. This standard determines safety and interchangeability requirements and describes the relevant test methods and conditions showing the capability of LED lamps to meet the listed requirements. The standard applies to […]
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As from 5 January 2021, Companies supplying articles containing substances of very high concern on the Candidate List, have to submit information on these articles to ECHA. The Candidate List of substances of very high concern now contains 211 chemicals that may harm people or the environment. Substances added to the Candidate List on 19 […]
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In South Africa, safety of electrical and electronic products is covered by the Compulsory Specification VC 8055. Currently the VC 8055 determines the safety of Audio/Video (AV) products according to the SANS/IEC 60065 and Information Technology (ICT) Equipment on the base of SANS/IEC 60950. The National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS) approved the recognition of […]
Read More >>NOM-001-SCFI-2018 certification is required for technology products being exported to Mexico, including small appliances, wire and cable, electronics, and more.It became effective as of August 2020 with the following impacts: 1. NOM-001-SCFI-1993 will be withdrawn automatically 2. The exemption for products rated < 24V will be withdrawn 3. All products previously using the Equivalency Agreement […]
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The Ministry of Commerce in Turkey introduced the new product safety regulation which covering all products intended to be placed on the market, offered or put into service. The law introduces obligations and provides notice and take-down/access ban procedures regarding sales and promotion of products that do not comply with product safety requirements for Turkey […]
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New Regulation Introduces Changes in Type Approval Process in Indonesia published by SDPPI for EMC &Safety The main changes that affect the upcoming certification process: A certificate holder must be a local Indonesian company, can be a local manufacturer, a local distributor, a local importer or a company local representative that’s officially registered in Indonesia. A […]
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Electrical products and R&TT products are subject to safety approvals in Qatar. Here is the guide for obtaining the certificate and get access to the Qatar market: Safety Requirements: Compliance with safety requirements is confirmed by the Certificate of Conformity (CoC) and regulated by the Pre-Export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) program. Requirements for Radio […]
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EU updated the Official Journal – LVD 2014/35/EU harmonized standards On September 14, 2018, the official journal for the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU harmonized standards was updated. Thirteen standards were added. For additional details – LVD 2014/35/EU harmonized standards 360Compliance provides Testing & Certification for type approval services and global market access in 195 […]
Read More >>EU released “LVD 2014/35/EU – Guidelines on the application of the directive – August 2018” European Commission(EC) released Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU guidelines for electronical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits. For additional details: LVD Guide August 2018 360Compliance provides Testing & Certification for type approval services and global market access in […]
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A new resolution, 169/2018, concerning electrical safety certification issued by IRAM came into force. IRAM published resolution for the Essential Safety Requirements for Low Voltage Electrical Equipment. The new requirements published on March 28th, 2018 will cancel and replace the existing Resolution 171/2016 with a transition period of 60 days. Read the full Article about Ministry of […]
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Effective February 06, 2023, FCC new Equipment Authorization Procedures will be required for any TCB submission process. The new Equipment Authorization Procedures required US agent registration with the FCC. The US agent is responsible for representing the equipment manufacturer or importer in all interactions with the FCC regarding […]
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Radio – Mandatory TDRA Certification scheme: TDRA certification Process – Type approval Authorities submission – Yes Local representative – Required CBS tests required for Emergency & Telecom products Safety – ECAS Certification scheme: EMSA – ECAS Process – Type approval based on CB or Testing Authorities submission – Yes Local representative – […]
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IEC 62368-1 introduction IEC 62368-1 is a safety standard relating to electrical and electronic equipment. in the field of audio, video, information technology and communication. The standard classifies energy sources, establishes protections against them, provides guidelines regarding their application and requirements. This is intended to reduce the likelihood of injury, pain and damage to property […]
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The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is seeking public comments and suggestions for improving the performance of radio frequency (RF) receivers. Following to a Notice of Inquiry issued, the Commission believes that its efforts to improve efficiencies in spectrum management need to expand to include all aspects of wireless systems, including both transmitters and receivers. Although current regulations applicable to […]
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India’s Department of Telecom (DoT) has cancelled its requirement for mandatory testing and certification of smartphones and certain other consumer electronic products. According to recent reports in the Hindustan Times and other media outlets, the DOT’s action is in connection with its Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecommunications Equipment (MTCTE) regime, which would require manufacturers […]
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CPSO (Consumer Product Safety Office) release new circular (CPSO-310522-05) dated 31, May 2022, updating the changes to the required safety standards for medium risk Controlled Goods, regulated under the Consumer Protection (Safety Requirements) Regulations (CPSR). The new requirements will have the following effective dates: -From 1st June 2024 – for new registrations of Controlled Goods […]
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The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) issued the Radiocommunications (Low Interference Potential Devices) Class License Variation 2022 (No. 1). This document amends the Radiocommunications (Low Interference Potential Devices) Class License 2015 (the LIPD Class License) and is based on the relevant public suggestions but some issues most probably will be reflected in the future […]
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Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) notifies about new technical regulation requirements on Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment are coming into force from July 2022. These requirements will be mandatory as below: Small household appliances from July 4, 2022 Large household appliances from October 2, 2022 Information and communication technology […]
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