SIRIM Product Compliance Certification: Programs & Requirements

2025-10-31

Based on the latest 2025 regulations from the Malaysian Standards and Industrial Research Institute (SIRIM), significant updates have been introduced across multiple sectors, including communication equipment and electronic products.  

SIRIM Certification Programs & Overview:

ProgramRegulated ProductsAuthority 2025 Key UpdatesValidity
Communications Equipment CertificationAll wireless communication devices (<3000 GHz)MCMC IPv6 Mandatory Certification**: As of July 10, 2025, temporary approvals for IPv6-only cellular devices without Wi-Fi are terminated. New applications and renewals require full IPv6 test reports. 5 years
Electrical Safety (ST COA)Plugs, water heaters, fans, TVs, etc. (34 categories)Energy Commission (ST) Products like fans must also meet MEPS requirements (e.g., floor fan air delivery efficiency ratio ≥1.8). 1 year (renewable)
Lubricant CertificationAutomotive engine lubricants KPDNMandatory SIRIM mark on bottle caps (enforcement delayed to October 7, 2025). Not specified
Electronics & Electrical ProductsVarious electronics
Must comply with RoHS 2.0 testing requirements.

  Key Program Details:

1.IPv6 Certification Overhaul: The grace period for IPv6-only devices has ended. Products must now pass full-stack protocol validation, including RFC 8200 core standards, Neighbor Discovery Protocol (NDP) stability, and dual-stack transition mechanisms.  

2.Energy Efficiency for Electrical Safety: Fans, for example, must comply with safety standards like MS IEC 60335-2-80 and meet MEPS requirements (e.g., ceiling fan air delivery efficiency ratio ≥3.5).  

3.Lubricants & Electronics Focus:  

·Lubricant labeling aims to combat counterfeits.  

·Electronics must adhere to RoHS 2.0 hazardous substance limits, requiring stricter supply chain controls.  

  General SIRIM Certification Process & Requirements:

1.Identify Product Category & Standards: Determine the applicable Malaysian Standards (MS).  

2.Prepare & Submit Documentation: Apply via the SIRIM Online e-Product Certification System. Required documents include application forms, technical files (e.g., circuit diagrams, specifications), and test reports.  

3.Sample Testing: Send samples to a SIRIM-recognized lab (typically 4–6 weeks).  

4.Factory Inspection: Required for long-term certification (e.g., Scheme B or PCS).  

5.Certification & Labeling: Upon approval, pay fees, receive the certificate, and purchase SIRIM labels.  

Important Notes:

1.Certificate Holder: Must be a locally registered Malaysian company (importer or subsidiary). Overseas manufacturers cannot hold certificates directly.  

2.Labeling: Since February 2022, the ST-SIRIM label must be affixed to the product itself, not just the packaging.  


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