Electric Blanket Amazon Compliance Certification Guide

What certifications are required for exporting electric blankets to different countries? Below is a brief explanation by JJR Laboratory from China:

European Union - CE certification

Electric blankets exported to the EU must have the CE mark, which is a mandatory safety certification ensuring the product complies with EU regULations.

CE certification includes five parts: low voltage directive (LVD), Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC), Energy-related Products Directive (ErP), Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS), and Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE).

United Kingdom - ukca certification

Since 2023, the ukca mark has replaced the CE mark as the mandatory certification for the UK (England, Wales, Scotland).

Manufacturers must ensure their products comply with UK regulations (SI 2016 No.1091/1101/3032), and the UKCA mark can be obtained through self-declaration or third-party testing.

United States - FCC Certification

The FCC certification is mandatory in the U.S. and focuses mainly on electromagnetic compatibility.

Electric blankets with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, infrared, or similar functions must undergo FCC certification before entering the U.S. market.

Japan - pse certification

PSE is a mandatory safety certification in Japan, based on the Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law.

Electric blankets are classified as Class B heating appliances and must bear the round pse mark. Common standards include J60335-2-17 and JIS C 9335-2-17.

South Korea - kc certification

KC is a mandatory certification in South Korea, covering safety and EMC standards.

Third-party testing and factory inspections are required. Common standards include KC 60335-1, 60335-2-17, and EMC standards KN14-1, KN14-2.