The import and sale of low voltage equipment (LVE) products, including cables and switches, is a highly regulated process in the UAE. The sale of all low voltage electronic or electrical products is subjected to an extensive standardisation process in the UAE. Importers and distributors of low voltage electrical and electronic equipment products are required to perform product registration in the UAE before placing their products in the market.
All LVEs should be registered with Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA), which is the chief standardisation body in the UAE. As the chief body of standardisation in the UAE, ESMA reviews the product registration applications to ensure compliance with consumer safety, environmental protection, and support for the local economy. Product registration agents in the UAE can assist the importers and sellers in successfully registering their products with ESMA and obtain a conformity certificate. Read the article for more information on the process and requirements.
Who Should Apply for Product Registration with ESMA?
Importers, manufacturers and distributors of Low Voltage Equipment (LVE) are required to obtain a certificate of conformity from the ESMA. This means all cables and Low-Voltage Electrical Wire manufacturers and Traders are eligible for product registration with ESMA under this scheme. Apart from that, the following LVE products can be registered with ESMA.
- Electric Power Extension Cords and Adaptors
- Electric Irons
- Microwave Ovens
- Clothes Washing Machines and Clothes Dryers
- Electric Cooking Stove
- Refrigerators, Chillers and Freezers
- Room Air- conditioners o Household Cooking Appliances
- Electromechanical Kitchen Appliances
- Vacuum Cleaners
- AC and DC Low Voltage Wires and Cables
- Switches & Dimmers
However, Fiber Optic Cables, Coaxial Cables, Shield Twisted Pair (STP) Cables, Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Cables, High Voltage Cables can’t be registered with ESMA. Consult with product registration agents in Dubai to know further about the eligibility criteria.
Requirements for LVE Product Registration with ESMA
Distributors or importers seeking to register an LVE product with the ESMA must submit the following documents to the Authority,
- Valid UAE Industry/Trade License.
- IEC CB Test Reports and Certificates
- Product Identity Declaration ( if the models mentioned in the test reports vary from the models are applied for registration)
- Photos of the rating label/plate on the product
- User Manual in Arabic and English language
- Performance test report for EESL (Energy Efficiency Standards and Labelling) Products ( Room Air- conditioners, Refrigerators, Chillers and Freezers, Clothes Washing Machines and Clothes Dryers and Dishwashers)
- Electronic Declaration of Conformity
Process of Registering LVE Products with ESMA
Businesses with a valid trade license are eligible to apply for product registration with ESMA. The importers, manufacturers or distributors, however, can hire product registration agents in Dubai, UAE, who will register the products on behalf of them. Only one product category is applicable for each application, and a maximum of four test reports are allowed per application.
The following are the major steps associated with registering an LVE product with ESMA.
- Register with ESMA online portal
- Submit an application for issuance of conformity certificate
- Upload the required documents
- ESMA reviews the documents
- If the product meets the requirements, the application gets approval
- Pay the fees
- Issuance of Conformity Certificate
In the case of EESL products, the businesses need to meet certain additional requirements such as applying for EESL, paying EESL fees and obtaining EESL number for each product. The process may appear to be complex for businessmen who are not aware of the procedures. In such a case, avail of the best product registration services in Dubai, UAE to make the process easier.
Is ESMA Product Registration Applicable for All Emirates?
No. ESMA is the top standardisation body in the UAE that oversee the compliance of international standards across all emirates of the UAE, including Dubai, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras al Khaimah, Sharjah, and Umm al Quwain. For registering LVEs in Abu Dhabi, the distributor must approach Abu Dhabi Quality Control and Conformity Council.
How Can Jitendra Intellectual Property Help?
The UAE government’s commitment to consumer safety is reflected in the robust standardisation and quality control systems implemented in the country. All products imported into or manufactured in the country undergo extensive quality tests as part of the UAE product registration process. While consumer products are registered with Dubai Municipality, low voltage electrical products such as cables and switches must be registered with ESMA.
The process of product registration with ESMA involves extensive steps and requirements. Failing to meet the required standards may lead to the rejection of the product in question. This is where the assistance of product registration consultants in Dubai, such as Jitendra Intellectual Property (JIP), come in handy for the businessmen. JIP will help the businesses complete all the required standards at affordable costs, leading to successful product registration in the UAE.