What Is the SASO IEC 62680-1-2 Test Report?

Recently, the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) has updated its certification requirements for certain consumer electronics.

Effective August 1, 2024, products applying for a Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC) to be imported into Saudi Arabia must:

1. Be equipped with a USB Type-Cport.

2. Provide test reportsdemonstrating compliance with SASO IEC 62680-1-2and SASO IEC 62680-1-3standards.

Note:Existing PCoC certificates must be updated by October 1, 2024.

Affected Product Categories (Starting August 1, 2024)

The following products are subject to the new requirements:

1. Mouse (HS Code: 847160000001)

2. Keyboard (HS Code: 847160000002)

3. Single speaker (HS Code: 851821000000)

4. Multiple speakers in one enclosure (HS Code: 851822000000)

5. High-speed video cameras (HS Codes: 852581100000, 852581900000)

6. High-speed digital still cameras (HS Code: 852581200000)

7. Radiation-hardened video or still cameras (HS Codes: 852582100000, 852582200000, 852582900000)

8. Night vision cameras and digital cameras (HS Codes: 852583100000, 852583200000, 852583900000)

9. Other types of cameras (HS Codes: 852589100000, 852589200000, 852589900000)

10. GPS navigation systems (HS Code: 852691100000)

11. Routers and hubs (HS Code: 851762200004)

Additional Products with Later Enforcement Dates

From January 1, 2025, the following products must also comply with the USB Type-C requirement:

1. Mobile phones

2. Tablets

3. E-readers

4. Portable gaming devices

5. Over-ear headphones

6. Wired and wireless in-ear headphones

7. Portable speakers

8. Wireless routers

For laptop computers, the requirement becomes mandatory on April 1, 2026.

About IEC 62680-1-2 and IEC 62680-1-3 Standards

These two parts of the IEC 62680 series define different but complementary aspects of USB Type-C technology:

1. IEC 62680-1-3focuses on the specifications of USB Type-C cables and connectors. It outlines physical and electrical characteristics such as connector dimensions, pin layout, and current-carrying capacity.

2. IEC 62680-1-2defines the USB Power Delivery (USB PD) protocol. It covers communication protocols for power negotiation, current control, and power modes.

Charging Requirements

1. For fast chargingdevices (rated above 5V, 3A, or 15W): compliance with both EN IEC 62680-1-2and EN IEC 62680-1-3is required.

2. For standard chargingdevices (rated below 5V, 3A, or 15W): compliance with EN IEC 62680-1-3alone is sufficient.

Testing Support

JJR Laboratory (China)offers comprehensive testing services for USB Type-C interfaces according to EN IEC 62680-1-2and EN IEC 62680-1-3. With advanced equipment and a team of experienced engineers, JJR ensures your products meet the latest SASO import certification standards.