Canada ISED Certification (IC Certification) Analysis

1. Basic Concepts

①　ic certification Renaming: IC originally referred to Industry Canada. Since 2016, it has been renamed Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ised), which is responsible for the certification of electrical and electronic products entering the Canadian market.

②　Certification Nature: ICES certification is a mandatory permit for electrical and electronic products to enter the Canadian market. Similar to the US fcc, it mainly restricts electromagnetic interference (EMI).

③　Labeling Rules: The certification number of wireless devices has been renamed from "IC Certification Number" to "ised certification Number", but the label format remains unchanged, still IC:XXXXX-YYYYYYYYY.

2. Certification Classification and Scope of Application

2.1 Comparison of Certification Methods

2.2 Detailed Classification Description

2.2.1 ISED-VOC Certification (Non-wireless Products)

a. Applicable Scenarios: Low-risk general electronic products; manufacturers can conduct self-testing and declare compliance.

b. Product Scope:

①　Computer peripherals: monitors, printers, keyboards, power adapters, switches, etc.

②　Home appliances & tools: refrigerators, microwave ovens, vacuum cleaners, electric drills, grinders, etc.

③　Audio-visual & lighting products: radios, set-top boxes, home theater systems, stage lights, recessed lights, etc.

2.2.2 ISED-ID Certification (Wireless Products)

a. Applicable Scenarios: All wireless communication devices; third-party organization certification is mandatory.

b. Product Scope:

①　Wireless terminals: Bluetooth headsets, wireless keyboards, smart watches, tablets, laptops, etc.

②　Smart devices: drones, AR glasses, smart home systems, smart cameras, dash cams, etc.

③　Communication equipment: wireless routers, wireless projectors, 2G/3G mobile phones, walkie-talkies, etc.

c. Numbering Rules: ic id = CN (company code, ≤ 6 digits) + UPW (product code, ≤ 8 digits). Free of charge for application, but a Canadian representative address is required.

3. Technical Requirements & Process

3.1 Testing Items

①　General Requirements: All products must pass emi tests (conducted emission, spatial radiation).

②　Additional Wireless Tests: Radio frequency parameters (transmit power, frequency error), receiving sensitivity, spectrum compatibility, spurious emission, etc.

3.2 Certification Standards

3.3 Required Documents

①　Product manual (in English);

②　Circuit schematic diagram, PCB layout, block diagram;

③　Application form and product samples;

④　Qualification documents such as business license.

3.4 Certification Bodies

①　ISED-VOC: Certificates are issued directly by laboratories with IC site registration codes.

②　ISED-ID: Certificates are issued after review by Canada’s Frequency Coordination Bureau (FCB) or Telecommunication Certification Body (TCB).

4. Certification Cycle & Validity Period

①　Standard Products (ISED-VOC): Completed within 1–2 weeks; no factory inspection required.

②　Wireless Products (ISED-ID): 3–4 weeks required, including third-party testing and official review.

③　Validity Period: Generally 5 years; re-certification is required upon expiration.

5. Additional Notes

a. Voltage Requirements: AC 120V/60Hz, AC 277V/60Hz, AC 347V/60Hz (US standard plugs).

b. Official Channels:

①　Official website: www.canada.ca/en.html

②　Certificate verification: Verification must be conducted through the issuing organization or official platform.