Japan

The Product Safety Electrical Appliance & Material (PSE) mark is required for electrical products under Japan's Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law (DENAN). Products are classified into two categories: Category A (Diamond PSE mark) for higher-risk products requiring third-party certification, and Category B (Circle PSE mark) for lower-risk products that can be self-declared. The certification process typically involves testing to Japanese safety standards, documentation review, and continuous compliance maintenance. All products must bear the appropriate PSE mark to be legally sold in Japan.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) certification is required for radio and wireless devices in Japan. Under the Radio Law, all radio equipment must be certified by obtaining either Technical Conformity Mark Certification (Giteki Mark) or Technical Standards Conformity Certification (JATE for telecom terminal equipment). The certification process involves testing by authorized laboratories in Japan, submission of technical documentation, and application through a local representative. All certified devices must display the Giteki mark.

The Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) is a voluntary EMC standard for information technology equipment in Japan. While not legally mandatory, VCCI compliance is expected by most customers and retailers. Products can be registered as either Class A (for industrial environments) or Class B (for residential environments), and compliance can be achieved through self-declaration with appropriate testing. Compliant products should display the VCCI mark along with their classification.