G-MARK Certification is a mandatory requirement for certain product categories in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, including Low Voltage Electrical Devices (LVED). The GCC Low Voltage Electrical Equipment and Appliances Technical Regulation (BD-142004-01) specifies the requirements for low-voltage electrical products to ensure safety and compliance with the GCC standards. Hence, Low Voltage Electrical (LVED) Devices entering the KSA markets should be as per regulations and must have G Mark certification. This certification is crucial for businesses intending to sell LVED products in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, which includes Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait.
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We provide comprehensive services for obtaining G-MARK Certification for Low Voltage Electrical Devices (LVED), ensuring that your electrical products meet the GCC Technical Regulations and are compliant with safety standards. We provide end-to-end services to our client from document preparation to testing coordination and equipment for their inhouse testing or manufacturing. Instacertify is an aggregator to over 200 certified labs Pan India so we can deliver fast, accurate, affordable and reliable results to our customers. Our Certification experts always keep a watch on the markets and the ongoing compliance to serve our clients better and with updated information.
The entities who can apply for G mark Certification are as follows:
1. Manufacturers: Domestic Manufacturers, International Manufacturers, Contract Manufacturers2. Authorized Importers
2. Third-Party Representative
3. Distributors Selling LVED Products in the GCC
4. Retailers (in some cases)
5. Common Stakeholders: Electronics and appliance manufacturers, Suppliers and distributors of electrical devices, Import-export companies dealing in electrical equipment.
The List of documents needed for G Mark Certification for Low Voltage Electrical Devices are as follows:
The complete process, if you want to get G Mark certification with Instacertify is as follows:
Step 1: Initial Consultation and Product Evaluation
First step is to classify the products and their categories and consultation on the ongoing regulations on it.
Step 2: Document Preparation
Second Step involves the preparation and collection of documents needed for the certification process.
Step 3: Product Testing (if necessary)
Testing of your product to see if it meets the criteria and the current regulations.
Step 4: Application Submission
Once we have collected all needed documents, we move onto application submission and payment of the notified body.
Step 5: Review by Notified Body
Notified Body evaluates the application and the submitted documents.
Step 6: Issuance of G-MARK Certification
Upon approval by Notified Body, You will receive the G Mark certificate for the said product.
The list of important categories covered under G Mark certification is as follows:
1. Electrical Appliances like Washing machines, Refrigerators, Ovens and cookers, Microwaves, Vacuum cleaners, Blenders and mixers.
2. Lighting Devices like Ceiling lights, Wall-mounted lights, Decorative lighting, LED lamps and bulbs, Street lights.
3. Power Tools like Electric Tools such as Drills, Saws, Grinders, Sanding machines, Welding machines.
4. Consumer Electronics like Audio/Video Equipment like Televisions, Audio systems (e.g., speakers, amplifiers), Home theatre systems, Gaming consoles.
5. Personal Devices like Laptops and desktop computers, Mobile chargers and power banks.
6. Low Voltage Circuit Devices like Switches and Sockets, Protection Devices- Circuit breakers, Fuses, Surge protectors.
7. Transformers and Power Supply Units like Transformers, Power Supplies.
8. Control Equipment like Control Panels, Timers and Controllers.
9. Low Voltage Distribution Equipment like Switchgear, Metering Devices.
10. Home Automation Systems like Smart Devices- Smart lighting systems, Smart thermostats, Smart plugs and switches.
11. Power Distribution Accessories like Wiring Accessories- Cables and wires, Connectors and terminals, Junction boxes.
LVED products that typically require G Mark certification include household electrical appliances, lighting equipment, electrical cables, switches, circuit breakers, and other electrical devices operating within the low voltage range defined by the Gulf standards.
Notified Bodies are third-party organizations accredited by the GCC authorities to assess products for compliance with Gulf Technical Regulations. They conduct product testing, review technical documents, and issue certificates required for G Mark approval.
The Gulf Technical Regulations outline the essential safety and quality requirements that LVED products must meet. These regulations are harmonized across GCC countries and are intended to ensure that products are safe for use within GCC markets.
G Mark certification does not have a fixed validity period but is generally valid as long as the product design and specifications remain unchanged. Any significant changes may require re-evaluation and a new certification.
Non-compliant products cannot be sold or distributed within GCC countries. Products found to be non-compliant may be removed from the market, and the manufacturer or importer could face penalties or legal actions as per GCC regulations
Certain products may be exempt from G Mark certification if they fall outside the defined scope of the Gulf Technical Regulations. However, exemptions are limited, and manufacturers should consult a Notified Body to determine if their products qualify.
Once certification is complete, the G Mark logo must be affixed to the product, packaging, or both, as required by the Gulf Technical Regulations. The mark must be clearly visible, legible, and indelible.
Non-compliance can result in products being banned from the GCC market. Additionally, manufacturers, importers, or distributors may face fines, legal actions, or product recalls. It may also harm the brand’s reputation in GCC countries.
No, G Mark certification is typically product-specific. Each unique product model or type requires its own certification based on its specific design, function, and compliance with Gulf standards
Any significant changes to a product’s design or functionality after receiving G Mark certification must be reported to the Notified Body. Depending on the extent of the changes, additional testing and re-certification may be required.
The latest Gulf Technical Regulations can be accessed through the GCC Standardization Organization (GSO) website or by contacting a certification experts who can provide updated regulatory information.
