Singapore: ESG Regulations on types of products classified as Multi-Way Adaptors

On 10^th of February Enterprise Singapore ( ESG ) had  announced  revision of classification of the multi-way adaptor as a Controlled Good, regulated under the Consumer Protection (Safety Requirements) Regulations, to include products with odd-shaped/design. The circular No is CPSO-100223-07.

The purpose of this circular is to provide clarification regarding the types of products which are classified as multiway adaptors under the Consumer Protection (Safety Requirements) Regulations (CPSR). Multi-way adaptors are defined under the CPSR as adaptors which are intended for household use, have more than one set of socket contacts, and which may or may not be of the same type or rating as the plug pin portion.

With this circular, effect from 11 Feb 2024 all multi-way adaptors, regardless of shape/design, will need to bear a valid Safety Mark before they can be sold in Singapore. This 1-year grace period is to provide registered supplier with time to send existing product(s) for testing, certification, and affixing with a valid Safety Mark.

Below are the details of the circular.

https://www.consumerproductsafety.gov.sg/files/circulars/2023-02-10-Circular.pdf

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