The full name of CCC is the "Compulsory Product Certification System." It is a product conformity assessment system implemented by the Chinese government—in accordance with relevant laws and regulations—to protect consumers' personal safety and national security, and to strengthen product quality management. The so-called "3C Certification" refers specifically to this Chinese Compulsory Product Certification System; its English name is "China Compulsory Certification," and its English abbreviation is CCC.
CQC serves as the National Certification Body (NCB) representing China within the IECEE CB Scheme (the IEC System of Conformity Assessment Schemes for Electrotechnical Equipment and Components), a multilateral recognition system. It is also a member of both the International Certification Network (IQNet) and the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM). Through international mutual recognition agreements with numerous renowned foreign certification bodies—as well as extensive international exchanges—CQC has established an excellent international reputation.
BSMI is the abbreviation for the "Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection" under Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs. According to an announcement by the Ministry of Economic Affairs, effective July 1, 2005, products entering the Taiwan region are subject to regulatory oversight regarding both Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and safety standards.
PSB represents Singapore's compulsory safety certification scheme; however, it does not impose requirements regarding electromagnetic compatibility. PSB safety mark certificates are issued by the Singapore Productivity and Standards Board. Under Singapore's Consumer Protection (Safety Requirements) Registration Scheme, designated electrical products are required to undergo mandatory PSB certification. Before products can enter Singapore, a company or business entity registered for tax purposes within Singapore must serve as the certificate holder for the PSB application. Products may only be imported into Singapore for sale after obtaining the requisite PSB certification. The key features of the PSB certificate are as follows: 1. The certificate holder must be a local Singaporean company or business entity; there are no factory inspections or annual fees required. 2. The certificate is valid for a period of three years. 3. If the product is equipped with a power plug, a test certification report complying with the SS246 standard must be submitted. 4. Product certification applications cannot be submitted as a "series" (i.e., each specific product model requires a separate application).
SIRIM is the sole leading certification body in Malaysia. Any factory or company may submit an application to SIRIM to undergo auditing and accreditation in accordance with recognized standards established under the product certification system. While these certifications are generally voluntary, in many instances—particularly in response to government regulatory requirements—mandatory certification is required. VCCI is Japan's electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) certification mark, administered by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment. While VCCI certification is non-mandatory, information technology products sold in Japan are generally expected to undergo VCCI certification. Manufacturers must first apply to become VCCI members before they are authorized to use the VCCI mark. To obtain VCCI approval, the submitted EMI test reports must be issued by a testing laboratory registered and recognized by VCCI. Currently, Japan does not have specific standards regarding electromagnetic immunity.
PSE certification is a mandatory safety certification in Japan, serving to verify that electronic products have successfully passed safety standard tests in accordance with Japan's Electrical Appliances and Materials Safety Act (DENAN Law) or international IEC standards.
SII is the abbreviation for The Standards Institution of Israel. All electronic and electrical products exported to Israel are required to obtain SII certification. Furthermore, as Israel is a member country of the IECEE-CB Scheme, it recognizes and accepts CB Test Reports issued by other member countries within the IECEE-CB framework.