Singapore SAFETY MARK - Overview

Singapore’s SAFETY MARK certification scheme is a mandatory regulatory framework ensuring that controlled consumer products meet strict safety and compliance requirements.

By applying a risk-based approach, requiring appropriate documentation and testing, and enforcing supplier registration, the system ensures that only safe and compliant products are supplied to the market.

For manufacturers and exporters, understanding and completing SAFETY MARK requirements is essential to achieve compliance, avoid delays, and successfully access the Singapore market.

1. Purpose and Scope

The SAFETY MARK scheme is a mandatory requirement for regulated consumer products under the Consumer Protection (Safety Requirements) Regulations (CPSR).

The scheme ensures that electrical, electronic, and gas products meet established safety standards before being supplied to the Singapore market.

Products classified as Controlled Goods (CGs) must be registered and approved prior to import, distribution, or sale. The SAFETY MARK indicates that a product has met all applicable regulatory and safety requirements.

2. Government Authority

The scheme is administered by the Consumer Product Safety Office, which oversees the regulation and enforcement of Controlled Goods.

The authority is responsible for:

• Maintaining the list of regulated products

• Managing supplier registration

• Approving Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs)

• Ensuring compliance with CPSR requirements

3. Certification Overview

The SAFETY MARK certification confirms that Controlled Goods comply with:

• Applicable safety standards

• Regulatory requirements under CPSR

• Technical and conformity assessment criteria

Only registered products that meet these requirements are permitted to carry the SAFETY MARK and be legally supplied in Singapore.

4. Regulated Products (Controlled Goods)

Controlled Goods are classified into three risk categories:

Low Risk

• Room air-conditioners

• Table and standing lamps

• Air coolers

• Plug fuses (≤13A)

Medium Risk

• Audio and video equipment

• fans (ceiling, table, standing, wall)

• 3-pin mains plugs

• Portable socket-outlets and extension cords

• Electric ovens, hobs, and cooking ranges

• Hair care appliances

• Kettles and hot water dispensers

• Cooking appliances (toasters, fryers, grills, hot plates)

• Lamp control gear (LED drivers, ballasts)

• AC adaptors / power supplies

• Coffee makers and slow cookers

• Decorative lighting

• Home computer systems and accessories

• Electric irons

• Microwave ovens

• Kitchen machines (mixers, blenders)

• Rice cookers

• Vacuum cleaners

• Washing machines

• Gas canisters (portable LPG)

• Multi-way adaptors

• RCCBs

• Isolating transformers

High Risk

• Wall switches

• LPG system components (hoses, regulators, valves)

• Refrigerators

• Fixed socket-outlets

• Water heaters

• Gas cookers

5. Certification Approach

Singapore applies a risk-based certification system:

Low Risk Products

• Require a Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC)

• Submitted by the Registered Supplier

Medium and High Risk Products

• Require a Certificate of Conformity (CoC)

• Issued by an approved Conformity Assessment Body (CAB)

A valid CoC is mandatory for registration of medium and high risk products.

6. Required Documentation

The following documentation must be provided for registration:

• Test reports and test certificates (if applicable) (English only)

• Electrical wiring/circuit diagrams or service manuals

• Bill of materials or component values (where applicable)

• Technical drawings for gas products

• Product photographs (external and internal views)

• Rating label (clear artwork or image)

• User instruction manual (English required)

• Record of modifications (if applicable)

All documentation must be complete and accurate to support compliance evaluation.

7. Test Report Requirements

Test reports are mandatory for all Controlled Goods and must:

• Be issued within 3 years of submission

• Demonstrate compliance with applicable safety standards

• Be issued by recognized testing laboratories

Accepted test reports include:

• IECEE CB Scheme reports

• Reports from laboratories accredited by the Singapore Accreditation Council or its MRA partners

• Reports issued by approved CABs

Type testing is required to confirm that products meet the specified safety standards.

8. Labelling Requirements

Controlled Goods must meet the following labelling requirements:

• English language is mandatory

• Markings must comply with applicable product standards

• Rating labels must clearly display required technical information

The SAFETY MARK may only be applied after successful registration and approval.

9. Additional Approvals

Certain products may require additional approvals depending on functionality:

• Telecommunications and wireless devices require approval from the Infocomm Media Development Authority

These approvals are separate from SAFETY MARK certification.

How SANTIQ Can Assist

SANTIQ supports manufacturers and exporters in achieving Singapore SAFETY MARK certification through our global network of trusted certification, inspection, and testing partners. We assist with documentation review, test report alignment, coordination with approved Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs), and end-to-end management of the registration process via CPSA+. Our expertise ensures full compliance with Consumer Product Safety Office (CPSO) requirements, reducing delays and enabling efficient, compliant market access in Singapore.