Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Act: Who Qualifies and What You Get

This act establishes the mandatory safety standards and regulatory framework that all electrical products must follow to be sold in Japan.

👤Who it's for

This scheme is designed for anyone involved in the sale of electronics. If you are a retailer, an e-commerce entrepreneur, or a distributor offering electrical goods to consumers, you must comply with these regulations to ensure your business operates within the law.

🎁What you get

By following the requirements of this act, you gain the legal right to sell electrical goods in the Japanese market. Compliance ensures that your products are recognized as meeting the necessary safety standards, allowing you to trade electronics without facing legal interruptions or being barred from selling your inventory.

💰What it costs you

Meeting these standards requires a commitment of both time and resources. Specifically, you must obtain the PSE certification for your products. This involves ensuring your items undergo the necessary testing and verification processes to prove they meet the technical safety requirements set by the government.

⚠️The catch to know

The most important thing to remember is that it is illegal to sell imported electronics that do not carry the required PSE mark. Even if you are sourcing goods from international suppliers, you cannot simply list them for sale in Japan without verifying that they have undergone the proper certification process. Selling uncertified imported electronics is a violation of this safety framework.

📝How to apply

1. Identify which electrical products in your inventory fall under the scope of the safety act.
2. Confirm that your products have undergone the required testing to meet national standards.
3. Secure the official PSE certification and ensure the mark is clearly displayed on your items.
4. Verify that all imported electronics meet these specific local requirements before they reach your customers.