Background of GCC-Gmark Certification
GCC certification refers to a series of certification systems established and implemented by the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. This certification aims to ensure that products sold in the markets of GCC member states (Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman and Yemen) meet specific technical and quality standards, in order to safeguard the safety and rights of consumers.
GCC certification is a mandatory certification system. The regulation BD-142004-01 was fully implemented on July 1, 2016, and since January 1, 2017, low-voltage electronic and electrical equipment and appliances that have been certified in local production or imported into the country’s market in the Gulf countries must be marked with the G logo, along with a QR code and the issuing institution number.
Applicable to various types of products, including but not limited to electronic products, household appliances, cosmetics, toys, food and beverages, etc. The products need to undergo a series of tests, evaluations and audits to ensure they meet the requirements of the GCC standards. These standards may include requirements regarding product quality, safety, sustainability, environmental protection, etc.
Sunchine Inspection, as a designated Notified Body(NB no.: 0082) approved by the Gulf Standardization Organization (GSO) in All GCC Member States. This key authorization marks another strategic breakthrough for Sunchine Inspection in the field of international compliance services!
Sunchine can meet your G-Mark requirements for Low Voltage Electronic Equipment (LVE) and Children’s toys and assist your products in obtaining market sales compliance permits in the member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
Certification Scope:
1. Toys and Children’s Products
Comprehensive assessment is carried out based on the Children’s Toys Technical Regulation (BD-131704-01) regarding the physical and mechanical properties, chemical harmful substances (such as phthalates, heavy metals), flammability, and electrical safety of toys.
Specific categories of toys: chemical experiment kits, finger painting paints, household activity toys, olfactory board games, household trampolines, etc.
2. Low-Voltage Equipment and Household Appliances
In accordance with the Low-Voltage Electrical Equipment Technical Regulation (BD-142004-01), ensure that the products fully meet the two core areas of safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
Specific products: electric fans, refrigerators/coolers, washing machines/dryers, dishwashers, toasters, hair dryers, food processors, microwave ovens, electric water heaters, ovens/stoves, electric irons, household air conditioners, etc.
Attachments: plugs, sockets, adapters, extension cords, chargers.
Certification Process:
Step 1: Preparations
Confirm that the product falls within the mandatory certification scope and select a certified institution authorized by GSO (such as Sunchine).
Step 2: Submission of application and testing
Provide product information (instructions, pictures, customs code, etc.) to Sunchine and send samples to the recognized laboratory for testing and technical documentation in accordance with GSO standards.
Step 3: Review and Registration
The certification institution reviews the test report and completes product registration in the GSO database.
Step 4: Certification and marking
Obtain the GCC certificate and affix the GCTS label (G-Mark) on the product.
Step 5: Customs clearance preparation
Apply for customs clearance documents in the target country with the GCC certificate.
If you would like to learn more about the specific details of the requirements, please don’t hesitate to contact us! The experts at Suchine will be happy to provide you with thorough and personalized assistance tailored to your needs.