HomepageBusiness ServicesDEKRA Regulatory UpdateApril regulatory update

April Regulatory update

Batteries
2026-03-26
It was published on March 2, 2026. It will affect assessment procedures and criteria.
On 2 March 2026, the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) issued a new draft Technical Regulation for Electric Batteries, establishing mandatory safety, labelling and conformity assessment requirements for electric batteries placed or offered on the Saudi market.
It sets out its scope, definitions and objectives, applying to electric batteries used in a range of products and devices placed on the market in the Kingdom, whether locally manufactured or imported. It aims to ensure product safety, protect public health and the environment, and align technical requirements with the national Product Safety Law and its implementing regulations.
It establishes obligations for economic operators, including manufacturers, authorised representatives, importers and distributors. These operators are required to ensure that batteries comply with the essential safety requirements prior to being placed on the market, maintain technical documentation, ensure traceability of products, and cooperate with competent authorities in market surveillance activities.
It sets out requirements relating to product information and labelling, including identification details, technical characteristics, warnings and safety instructions necessary for the safe handling and use of batteries. Manufacturers are also required to conduct risk assessments and prepare a technical file demonstrating compliance with the Regulation.
It establishes conformity assessment procedures requiring batteries to undergo compliance evaluation against applicable standards and obtain certification from conformity assessment bodies accepted by SASO.
Transitional provisions specify that the Regulation will apply within 180 days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette, with economic operators granted up to 365 days from publication to ensure compliance with its requirements.
Safety
2026-03-25
Published on March 5, 2026, they are 24 protocols, covering, among others, products such as dishwashers, electric irons, polishers and sanders other than disc type, televisions or electrical motor-driven hammers.
The full list of protocols is available in the link provided. Some of them are:
Protocol PE No. 1/04:2025 - Safety Testing and Certification of Dishwashers:
  • It establishes the certification procedure for domestic electric dishwashers with a nominal voltage not exceeding 250 V, which are used for washing and rinsing dishes, cutlery, and other utensils.
  • It does not apply to dishwashers for professional or industrial use and those used in environments with special conditions, such as corrosive or explosive atmospheres.
  • The main reference standards for testing are IEC 60335-2-5:2018-02 (specific dishwasher requirements) and IEC 60335-1:2010-05 (general requirements for household appliances).
  • The certification systems accepted are:
    • Type Testing followed by Regular Product Control (System 1)
    • Type Testing and Factory Quality Control Evaluation followed by Surveillance (System 2)
    • Batch Testing (System 3)
    • Special Certification (System 6)
  • National marking is required, including month/year of manufacture and/or serial number, country of manufacture, and the official SEC Seal.
  • It will enter into force on March 30, 2027, replacing Protocol PE Nº1/04 upon implementation.
Protocol PE No. 1/02 - Safety Certification of Electric Irons:
  • It provides for the safety certification of electric irons (dry and steam), including those with a water tank or separate boiler with a capacity not exceeding 5 L, intended for domestic and similar use, with single-phase electric supply not exceeding 250 V AC, including direct current (DC) appliances and battery-operated appliances.
  • It does not apply to: Pressing machines (IEC 60335-2-44); Ironing boards; appliances designed exclusively for industrial purposes; appliances intended for use in locations with special conditions, such as the presence of a corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapor, or gas).; vertical steam irons (IEC 60335-2-85), PE_1-36.
  • Requirements are based on the provisions of IEC 60335-2-3, and CEI 23-50:2007/2008 or CEI 23-34:1990 (EN 50075:1990).
  • The certification systems accepted are:
    • Type Testing followed by Regular Product Control (System 1)
    • Type Testing and Factory Quality Control Evaluation followed by Surveillance (System 2)
    • Batch Testing (System 3)
    • Special Certification (System 6)
  • National marking is required, including month/year of manufacture and/or serial number, country of manufacture, and the official SEC Seal.
  • It will enter into force on June 30, 2027, replacing Protocol PE Nº1/02:2014 upon implementation.
Protocol PE No. 6/04 - Safety Certification of Polishers and Sanders Other Than Disc Type
  • It provides for the safety certification procedure for sanders and polishers other than disc types, designed primarily for household use or similar purposes, with single-phase electric power supply not exceeding 250V AC and not exceeding 75 V DC (battery-operated, Annexes K and L), and with a rated power of up to 3700 W.
  • It does not apply to disc sanders and disc polishers, which are covered under IEC 62841-2-3.
  • Requirements are based on the provisions of IEC 62841-2- 4:2014, and CEI 23- 50:(2008 or 2007) or CEI 23-34:1990 (EN 50075:1990).
  • The certification systems accepted are:
    • Type Testing followed by Regular Product Control (System 1)
    • Type Testing and Factory Quality Control Evaluation followed by Surveillance (System 2)
    • Batch Testing (System 3)
    • Special Certification (System 6)
  • National marking is required, including month/year of manufacture and/or serial number, country of manufacture, and the official SEC Seal.
  • It will enter into force on July 30, 2027, replacing Protocol PE Nº6/04:2007 upon implementation.
Protocol PE No. 8/1 - Safety Certification of Televisions
  • It provides for the safety certification procedure for televisions, being defined as any device designed with the primary function of displaying TV broadcasts (audio and video) and that has a built-in tuner. The following display technologies are considered: LCD, LCD-LED, OLED, QLED, QNED, MiniLED, AMOLED, ULED, NanoCell, NeoQLED, RGB-LED, RGB-Mini-LED, or new technologies with the function of generating images. Products with dimensions less than or equal to 65 inches in diagonal length are considered. Products with external power supplies are also included.
  • It does not apply to:
    • Products operating at a voltage of up to 12 VDC that do not have a voltage adapter to connect them to the AC power supply network
    • Products operating at a voltage of up to 12 VDC that have rechargeable batteries and a voltage adapter (AC to DC) to connect them to the AC power supply network.
    • PC monitors with a tuner whose main function is to display images from a PC.
    • Televisions marketed with a tuner included but external to the TV set.
    • Outdoor-use televisions
  • Requirements are based on the provisions of IEC 62368-1, and CEI 23-50:2008 or CEI 23-34:1990 (EN 50075:1990).
  • The certification systems accepted are:
    • Type Testing followed by Regular Product Control (System 1)
    • Type Testing and Factory Quality Control Evaluation followed by Surveillance (System 2)
    • Batch Testing (System 3)
    • Special Certification (System 6)
  • National marking is required, including month/year of manufacture and/or serial number, country of manufacture, and the official SEC Seal.
  • It will enter into force on September 30, 2026, replacing Protocol PE Nº8/1:2023 upon implementation.
PE No. 6/06:2025 - Safety Testing of Electrical Motor-Driven Hammers
  • It establishes the safety certification procedure for electrical, motor-driven hammer power tools designed for residential or similar uses that have a single-phase electrical supply not exceeding 250V AC and not exceeding 75V DC if battery operated
  • It does not apply to drills and impact drills.
  • Tests classified as "Critical" include:
    • Protection against access to live parts
    • Heat-up
    • Heat and fire resistance
    • Abnormal operation
    • Mechanical hazards
    • Connection to the mains and external flexible cables
    • Earthing provisions
    • Creepage distances, clearances and distances through insulation
  • The certification systems accepted are:
    • Type Testing followed by Regular Product Control (System 1)
    • Type Testing and Factory Quality Control Evaluation followed by Surveillance (System 2)
    • Batch Testing (System 3)
    • Special Certification (System 6)
  • National marking is required, including month/year of manufacture and/or serial number, country of manufacture, and the official SEC Seal.
  • It will enter into force on October 27, 2027, replacing Protocol PE Nº6/06:2007 upon implementation.
2026-03-02
They entered into force on February 20, 2026. The Luxembourgish Standards Body extended the list of standards for Electrical and Telecommunication Fields.
On February 16, 2026 the Luxembourgish Standards Body extended the list of standards applicable to the electrotechnical sector in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg to include:
Electrotechnical Field:
  • ILNAS-EN IEC 63522-29:2025 Electrical relays - Testing and measurement - Part 29: Capacity
  • ILNAS-EN IEC 63522-45:2025 Electrical relays - Testing and measurement - Part 45: Maximum operating frequency
  • ILNAS-HD 60364-7-706:2025 Low-voltage electrical installations - Part 7-706: Requirements for special installations or locations - Confined conductive enclosures
  • ILNAS-EN IEC 63366:2025 Rules for defining product categories for the life cycle analysis of electrical and electronic products and systems
  • ILNAS-EN IEC 62271-103:2023/AC:2025-08 High-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Part 103: Alternating current switches for rated voltages above 1 kV and less than or equal to 52 kV
  • ILNAS-EN IEC 61921:2025 Power capacitors - Low voltage power factor compensation batteries
  • ILNAS-EN IEC 61400-6:2020/A1:2025 Wind power generation systems - Part 6: Tower and foundation design requirements
  • ILNAS-EN IEC 60974-4:2025 Arc welding equipment - Part 4: Periodic inspection and testing
  • ILNAS-EN IEC 61071:2025 Capacitors for power electronics
  • ILNAS-EN IEC 61326-2-6:2025 Electrical measuring, control and laboratory equipment - EMC requirements - Part 2-6: Particular requirements - In vitro diagnostic (IVD) electromedical equipment
  • ILNAS-EN IEC 60749-34-1:2025 Semiconductor devices - Mechanical and climatic test methods - Part 34-1: Power cycle testing for semiconductor power modules
  • ILNAS-EN 50342-6:2025 Lead-acid starter batteries - Part 6: Batteries for micro-cycle applications
  • ILNAS-EN IEC 60034-15:2025 Rotating electrical machines - Part 15: Electrical shock resistance levels of stator coils of alternating current machines
Telecommunication Field:
  • ILNAS-EN 301 489-50 V2.4.1 ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 50: Specific conditions for Cellular Communication Base Station (BS), repeater and ancillary equipment; Harmonised Standard for ElectroMagnetic Compatibility
  • ILNAS-EN 303 354 V1.2.1 Amplifiers and active antennas for TV broadcast reception in domestic premises; Harmonised standard for access to radio spectrum
  • ILNAS-EN 300 440-2 V3.1.1 Short Range Devices (SRD) operating in 1 GHz to 40 GHz; Harmonised Standard for access to radio spectrum; Part 2: Radiodetermination equipment for location tracking applications operating in the frequency range 2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz
  • ILNAS-EN 301 489-13 V2.1.1 ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 13: Specific conditions for Citizens' Band (CB) radio and ancillary equipment; Harmonised Standard for ElectroMagnetic Compatibility
  • ILNAS-EN 301 489-55 V1.1.1 ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 55: Specific conditions for ground-based equipment for air navigation operating in the frequency range 960 MHz to 1 215 MHz; Harmonised Standard for ElectroMagnetic Compatibility
  • ILNAS-EN 300 386 V3.2.1 Telecommunication network equipment; Harmonised Standard for ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) requirements
2026-03-26
It was published on March 2, 2026. Its objective is to align with the Product Safety System regulations.
On March 2, 2026, the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) proposed amendments to the Technical Regulation of General Regulation for Conformity Models establishing the conformity assessment framework, technical documentation requirements, and certification procedures applicable to products subject to Saudi technical regulations. The objective of the amendments is to align this regulation with the Product Safety System regulations.
The Regulation establishes key definitions relevant to conformity assessment and technical regulation implementation. These include definitions for essential requirements, conformity assessment, conformity assessment procedures, and different types of standards, including Saudi standards, national standards, regional standards, and international standards. Essential requirements are defined as safety, health, and environmental requirements that must be achieved or risks that must be addressed when placing products on the market.
It also sets out conformity assessment procedures used to verify that products comply with applicable technical regulations. These procedures may include testing, inspection, certification, and verification activities carried out either by the manufacturer or by approved conformity assessment bodies. The Regulation clarifies that conformity assessment ensures that products, services, or production processes meet the applicable technical requirements.
It specifies the obligations relating to the preparation and maintenance of technical documentation. Manufacturers must prepare a technical file demonstrating compliance with the relevant technical regulation and applicable standards. The file must include, among others, product design information, risk assessment documentation, a list of applicable standards or technical requirements, and results of conformity assessment tests conducted by the manufacturer or by third parties acting on its behalf. The technical file must be retained and made available to competent authorities for a 10 year period after the product is placed on the market.
It includes annexes containing standard templates for declarations of conformity issued by manufacturers and importers. These templates require information such as the manufacturer or importer details, product identification,applicable standards, and a formal declaration confirming that the product complies with the relevant Saudi technical regulation.
It will into force within 180 days from publication in the Official Gazette, with an additional correction period of up to 365 days for economic operators to regularise their status.
2026-03-27
Published on March 2, 2026, it updates terminology and procedures.
On March 2, 2026, the Board of Directors of the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) proposed new amendments to the Solar Photovoltaic Systems Technical Regulation. The Regulation sets out its scope, definitions and objectives. It establishes the regulatory framework governing the manufacture, import, distribution and supply of such systems in the Kingdom, with the aim of ensuring product safety, protecting consumers and supporting compliance with the national Product Safety Law and related implementing regulations. The amendments are primarily intended to align the specification with the Product Safety System Decree.
It establishes the obligations of economic operators, including manufacturers, authorised representatives, importers and distributors. Manufacturers are required to ensure that photovoltaic systems are designed and manufactured in accordance with the essential safety requirements and applicable standards. They must prepare technical documentation, conduct conformity assessment procedures, issue a declaration of conformity and ensure product traceability. Importers and distributors must verify that products comply with the Regulation before placing them on the market and must cooperate with competent authorities in market surveillance activities.
Furthermore, the Regulation sets out essential technical and safety requirements applicable to photovoltaic systems, including requirements relating to electrical safety, system performance, installation compatibility and operational reliability. It also prescribes mandatory product information and labelling requirements, including identification of the manufacturer, technical specifications and other compliance-related information necessary for safe installation and use.
It establishes conformity assessment procedures requiring photovoltaic systems to undergo compliance evaluation against the applicable Saudi or internationally recognised standards. Manufacturers must conduct risk assessments and maintain a technical file containing test reports, design specifications and other documentation demonstrating compliance. Conformity assessment bodies authorised by SASO are responsible for evaluating product compliance and issuing relevant certificates.
It also provides for the responsibilities of competent authorities in implementing and enforcing the requirements, including market surveillance activities, verification of conformity documentation and the adoption of corrective measures where non-compliance is identified. The Regulation forms part of the national product safety framework governing energy technologies placed on the Saudi market.
The Regulation enters into force within 180 days from publication in the Official Gazette, with an additional correction period of up to 365 days for economic operators to ensure compliance.
2026-03-31
It enters into force on April 1, 2026.
The Korea Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) issued announcement No. 2026-95.
In accordance with the partial amendment to the Electrical Appliances Subject to Safety Management under Article 3 of the Enforcement Rule of the Electrical Appliances and Household Goods Safety Management Act, the following changes are hereby announced regarding the designation of electrical appliance safety verification testing institutions pursuant to Article 23.
2026-03-24
It was published on March 6, 2026. It has been jointly created. It reminds CABs about the need to inform their National Accreditation bodies about some aspects of their AI use.
UKAS and DAkkS have jointly released an important Technical Bulletin on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in accredited conformity assessment.
Specifically, the document reminds CABs about the need to inform their National Accreditation Bodies about:
- description of the AI system including the specific function or purpose the AI system is designed to perform, the utilized training data/knowledge, and the implementation approach (e.g., machine learning concepts and algorithms);
- information on where in the functional approach/conformity assessment process the AI system is used; and
- the degree of reliance on the AI system (e.g., purely administrative support; advisory or decision-support functionality; and any attempt to delegate decisions to AI).
DEKRA Corporate Quality anticipates that other Accreditation Bodies will publish similar documents soon, following the direction set by UKAS and DAkkS.
In parallel, the European Accreditation (EA) is developing a document on how Accreditation Bodies should assess the use of AI by Conformity Assessment Bodies, which will further shape the expectations for our sector.
Energy Efficiency
2026-03-30
They entered into force on March 01, 2026
On September 26, 2025, the NDRC and SAMR issued rules for energy efficiency labeling of gas cooking appliances.
Scope – Household appliances:
  • Gas stoves and integrated stoves using city gas
  • Maximum rated heat load: ≤ 5.23 kW (per burner)
Scope – Commercial appliances:
  • Wok stoves: ≤ 60 kW
  • Large pot stoves: ≤ 80 kW
  • Steam boxes / steam generators: ≤ 80 kW
  • Rated heat load refers to each combustion unit
Exclusions: Gas appliances used in vehicles are not covered
Label specifications:
  • Color: blue and white
  • Size: 66 mm × 45 mm
Required label information:
  • Producer name (or abbreviation)
  • Product model/specification
  • Energy efficiency grade
  • Thermal efficiency (%)
  • Rated heat load (kW)
  • Appliance type
  • Applicable national standard (e.g., GB 30720-2025)
  • Energy efficiency information code (official system)
Label usage requirements:
  • Must be color-printed, durable, and clearly visible on the product
  • Label details must also appear on packaging or instruction manual
  • For online sales: label must be shown prominently on the product page
Testing & compliance:
  • Testing must follow GB 30720 (latest version)
  • Published mandatory standard GB 30720-2025
    • Repeal standards GB 30720-2014 and GB 30531-2014
  • Results must be reported via the official China Energy Label website
  • Testing can be done by manufacturer labs or accredited third parties
  • Proof of lab capability and certification is required
Filing requirements:
  • Each product model must be registered (filed) in the official system
  • Re-filing is required if label information changes
LED Products:
  • On 27 February 2026, the Standardization Administration of China (SAC) released a revised mandatory standard GB Standard 30255-2026 on minimum allowable values of energy efficiency and energy efficiency grades of LED products for indoor lighting.
  • This revised standard will be implemented from 1 September 2027 and will replace the existing version GB Standard 30255-2019 on minimum allowable values of energy efficiency and energy efficiency grades of LED products for indoor lighting.
2026-03-30
It was published and entered into force on March 20, 2026. It includes measures to promote the high-quality development of energy-saving equipment, covering six categories of equipment, including ICT equipment.
On March 20, 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council (SASAC) and the National Energy Administration (NEA) jointly issued the Implementation Plan for High-Quality Development of Energy-Saving Equipment (2026–2028) (Document No. 44 of 2026).
It establishes measures to promote the high-quality development of energy-saving equipment in China for the period 2026 to 2028. It covers six categories of equipment:
  • Electric motors, fans, pumps and compressors
  • Transformers
  • Industrial heat pumps
  • Industrial refrigeration, heating and processing equipment
  • Water electrolysis hydrogen production equipment
  • Information and communications technology (ICT) equipment, including servers, switches, UPS systems and data centre cooling equipment
The key measures include:
  • Accelerating R&D and promotion of advanced energy-saving equipment, with specific market penetration targets to be achieved by 2028, including: new energy-saving motors, fans, pumps and compressors to account for at least 35% of new installations; new energy-saving transformers to exceed 75% of new installations; industrial heat pump energy efficiency to improve by at least 10% compared to 2025 levels; new energy-saving industrial refrigeration, heating and processing equipment to reach 45% of new installations; rated direct current consumption of water electrolysis hydrogen production equipment to fall below 4.2 kWh/Nm³; and servers meeting energy efficiency Grade 2 or above to exceed 80% of new ICT installations
  • Promoting green low-carbon design of energy-saving equipment, including lightweight design, use of recyclable materials and reduction of product carbon footprint. Advancing digitalisation and artificial intelligence applications for energy-saving equipment
  • Encouraging enterprises to conduct energy efficiency audits on major energy-consuming equipment that has been in operation for more than 10 years and to develop retrofit or replacement plans
  • Encouraging the recycling and proper disposal of retired energy-saving equipment, and the testing, refurbishment, disassembly and repair of retired IT and communications equipment and components
  • Strictly enforcing mandatory energy efficiency national standards for motors, transformers, fans, pumps and compressors, and developing new mandatory standards for industrial heat pumps, heating equipment, hydrogen electrolysis equipment, communication base stations and computing facilities
2026-03-26
It entered into force on March 13, 2026. Maximum time limits for CONUEE to resolve the procedures involved get reduced significantly.
On March 12, 2026, the National Commission for Energy Efficiency published an Agreement to simplify energy-efficiency procedures.
The Agreement modifies requirements and processing times for procudures such as CONUEE-00-004 regarding the submission of information by manufacturers and importers of equipment and appliances or CONUEE-2021-033-002-A concerning the approval of accredited persons for the evaluation of conformity with the Official Mexican Standards of Energy Efficiency.
2026-02-27
They entered into on February 15, 2026.
On August 2025, the Mexican National Consultative Committee of Standards for the Preservation and Rational Use of Energy Resources (CCNNPURRE) released Standard NOM-016-ENER-2025 and NOM-035-ENER-2025 on the energy efficiency as below:
Standard NOM-016-ENER-2025 - For Three-phase AC induction motors (squirrel cage type)
  • Nominal power: 0.746 kW to 373 kW
  • 2, 4, 6 or 8 poles
  • Nominal voltage: up to 600 V
  • Frequency: 50 Hz or 60 Hz
  • Open or closed designs
  • Single rotation frequency
  • Horizontal or vertical mounting
  • Air-cooled, continuous duty
  • Motors imported, manufactured, or sold in Mexico
Also Covered:
  • Gearmotors, motor pumps, and motor compressors, including those with non-standard shafts or flanges
  • Flange-mounted motors without feet
  • Motors integrated into equipment, provided they can operate independently when removed (even with non-standard mechanical configurations)
Exclusion:
  • Motors requiring auxiliary or additional cooling equipment
Energy Efficiency & Classification:
  • Distinguishes between open and closed motors
  • Requires nominal efficiency marking on the data plate
  • Efficiency values must comply with Table 1, Section 6
Testing Requirements (Section 9)
  • Establishes mandatory test methods to verify compliance with minimum efficiency levels
Labelling Requirements (Section 10)
Each motor must have a permanent, legible, and indelible data plate in Spanish, including:
  • NOM-016-ENER-2025
  • Manufacturer/importer/marketer name, logo or trademark
  • Country of origin
  • Model
  • Type of enclosure
  • Nominal efficiency (%), preceded by symbol η (h) (2 integers + 1 decimal)
  • Nominal power (kW)
  • Voltage (V)
  • Frequency (Hz)
  • Rotation speed (min⁻¹ or r/min)
Conformity Assessment (Section 12):
  • Manufacturers, producers, and importers must obtain certification from an authorised testing laboratory or certification body before manufacturing or importing products into Mexico.
  • Certification modalities include:
    • Periodic product testing
    • Production line quality management system
    • Lot-by-lot certification
  • The Standard also sets out:
    • Sampling procedures
    • Conditions for suspension, cancellation, and renewal of certificates
Standard NOM-035-ENER-2025 - For Unitary air conditioners (package units)
  • Nominal cooling capacity:
  • 19,050 W (65,000 BTU/h) to 70,340 W (240,000 BTU/h)
  • Air-cooled
  • Electrically operated by mechanical compression
  • Equipped with:
    • Single-speed compressor (fixed capacity), or
  • Variable frequency/refrigerant flow compressor (proportional capacity), or
  • Multi-stage speed compressor (staged capacity)
  • With or without reversible cycle
  • Imported, manufactured, or sold in Mexico
Exclusions
  • Split-type central air conditioners
  • Water-cooled air conditioners
  • Evaporative-cooled air conditioners
Equipment Classification:
The Standard distinguishes equipment based on:
1. Compressor Technology
  • Single-speed compressor (Fixed capacity)
  • Variable frequency or refrigerant flow compressor (Proportionally controlled capacity)
  • Multi-stage speed compressor (Staged capacity)
2. Mode of Operation
  • Cooling only (No reversible cycle)
  • With reversible cycle
Minimum Energy Performance:
  • Equipment must comply with the Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER) values specified in Table 1, Section 6
  • Both minimum required efficiency and determined efficiency must be declared
Testing Requirements (Section 9)
  • Establishes mandatory test methods to verify compliance with energy efficiency requirements
Labelling Requirements (Section 10)
Each unit must bear a permanent, legible, and indelible data plate/label, printed in Arial or Helvetica font, with dimensions specified in Section 10.4.
The label must include, among others:
  • Brand and model
  • Cooling capacity (W)
  • Electrical power (W)
  • Refrigerant type
  • Refrigerant charge (kg, two decimal places)
  • Minimum energy efficiency (per Table 1, Section 6)
  • Determined energy efficiency
  • Electrical energy pictogram
  • Energy savings percentage
  • Mandatory legend:
  • “This label guarantees that this model complies with the minimum energy efficiency established in this NOM-ENER”
Conformity Assessment (Section 12):
  • Manufacturers, producers, and importers must obtain certification from an authorised testing laboratory or certification body before manufacturing or importing products into Mexico.
  • Certification modalities include:
    • Periodic product testing
    • Production line quality management system
    • Lot-by-lot certification
  • The Standard also sets out:
    • Sampling procedures
    • Conditions for suspension, cancellation, and renewal of certificates
Sanctions:
  • Non-compliance will be sanctioned under the Ley de Infraestructura de la Calidad
Telecommunications
2026-03-30
The decree entered into force on February 15, 2026. Cellular mobile equipment is now required to have a TAC (Type Allocation Code) certificate issued by the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA).
On February 16, 2026, the Algerian Prime Minister published a Decree on Establishing the Conditions and Procedures for the Approval of Electronic Communications Equipment.
It establishes the official conditions and procedures for the homologation (type approval) of electronic communications equipment in Algeria. It defines homologation as the verification of technical characteristics against specific national and international standards.
Application and Testing Procedures:
  • Submission: Applications must be submitted through a dedicated electronic platform and signed electronically or manually.
  • Required Documentation: Applicants must provide administrative files (ID, commercial registry) and technical files (technical sheets, manufacturer declarations of conformity, and test reports from accredited laboratories).
  • Sampling: An operational sample must be submitted within five working days of the application. For large equipment that cannot be moved, tests are conducted on-site within ten working days.
Approved equipment must feature an official label (or have it on the manual/packaging if the device is too small) before being placed on the market.
Cellular mobile equipment is now required to have a TAC (Type Allocation Code) certificate issued by the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA).
Standards and specifications applicable to electronic communications equipment are specified in Section 2.
2026-03-30
It entered into force on February 27, 2026, with a staged approach for compliance until February 2029. It updates the telecommunications equipment registration process in Argentina.
On February 24, 2026, the Argentinian National Communications Entity (ENACOM) approved Resolution 57/2026. It updates the telecommunications equipment registration process in Argentina to modernize the sector, promote innovation, and simplify administrative procedures. It introduces third-party involvement to enhance efficiency and market surveillance.
Entities that manufacture, represent, or import telecommunications equipment for commercialization in Argentina must register with ENACOM.
Equipment needs a registration of the materials, which is subject to either the homologation, a mandatory permit for equipment intended for commercialization, or a permit for equipment intended for the applicant's own use, not for sale.
Equipment is categorized to streamline technical evaluation. Class A products are for the general public (e.g., cell phones, tablets, Wi-Fi routers), and Class B products are for professional use (e.g., broadcasting transmitters, medical radiocommunication devices).
The new system shifts significant responsibilities to third parties:
  • Certification Agencies: These entities grant Certificates of Conformity based on laboratory reports and are responsible for market surveillance of Class A materials. They must be accredited by the Argentine Accreditation Body (OAA) under ISO/IEC 17065.
  • Testing Laboratories: Laboratories must be accredited under IRAM-ISO/IEC 17025 to perform standardized technical testing.
  • Online Sales: Providers and intermediaries using e-commerce portals must display the ENACOM-assigned RAMATEL registration number for all listed telecommunications materials.
Registrations in the Materials Registry will remain valid for three (3) years from the date of publication of this document, after which they must comply with the Regulations approved in Article 1. Otherwise, they will be automatically removed from the registry.
2026-03-25
It entered into force on March 5, 2026.
On March 5, 2026, the Chilean Ministry of the Environment published Resolution No. 431, which approves the measurement protocol for determining compliance with the emission limits established under the Electromagnetic Radiation Emission Standard.
The purpose of the protocol is to regulate the measurement procedure for assessing compliance with Supreme Decree No. 5 of 2024, which establishes the Electromagnetic Radiation Emission Standard for telecommunications equipment and transmission networks. Its objective is to control electromagnetic radiation emissions from telecommunications infrastructure in order to protect human health, setting strict emission limits for all technologies used in telecommunications transmission systems.
Supreme Decree No. 5 specifies maximum power density limits for base or fixed stations and establishes evaluation conditions for areas with public access and sensitive protection areas. It also mandates that the Superintendence of the Environment (SMA) develop protocols, procedures, measurement methods, and monitoring plans to verify compliance with the emission standard, in coordination with the Subsecretariat of Telecommunications (SUBTEL).
The protocol defines:
  • The criteria for determining the set of sources that require measurements;
  • The physical areas where such measurements must be conducted;
  • The criteria for specifically locating the measurement points;
  • The definitions of the field regions;
  • The quantities that must be measured.
Although Resolution No. 431 does not directly regulate manufacturers, it sets the measurement protocol for the emission limits in Supreme Decree No. 5. The decree mainly applies to operators of telecommunications equipment and networks in Chile, who are responsible for compliance. Manufacturers are not directly regulated, but their equipment must meet these limits when in operation so operators can comply.
2026-03-30
It entered into force on March 1, 2026. It replaces GB 4824-2019 on the same subject.
On February 28, 2025, the Chinese Standardisation Administration and the Chinese State Administration for Market Regulation released mandatory standard GB 4824-2025 on industrial, scientific and medical equipment - radio frequency disturbance characteristics - limits and measurement methods.
Scope:
  • Applies to industrial, scientific, and medical (ISM) equipment
  • Focuses on radio frequency disturbance characteristics
Key requirements:
  • Sets emission limits during disturbances
  • Defines frequency band limits
  • Establishes measurement methods for compliance
Revision: Replaces and updates GB 4824-2019 on the same subject
Share page :