Electrical & Electronics — Algeria

Algeria implements mandatory market access certification for electronic and electrical products, supervised by the Algerian National Institute of Standardization and Industrial Property (IANOR). All imported or locally produced electronic and electrical products included in the mandatory catalog must obtain certification before they can be launched on the market or cleared through customs. Electronic and electrical products with wireless communication functions need to additionally apply for a spectrum license from the Algerian Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (ARPT).

Core regulations include Decree No. 12-28 of 2012, which clarifies that 28 categories of electronic and electrical products require mandatory certification; Decree No. 18-05 of 2018 incorporates CEE certification into the mandatory system, with localized adjustments based on the EU CE framework. Products without qualified certification are prohibited from import and sales, non-compliant products will be seized and imposed with high fines. The latest specific catalog can be checked and verified on the official website of IANOR.

Standard system: Most IEC international electrotechnical standards are adopted and converted into Algerian local NA standards, and valid test results converted from CB certificates are recognized; General requirements: Adapt to Algeria's 220V/50Hz grid parameters, and add a high-temperature dry environment adaptability test (55℃ continuous operation test); Core test items: Electrical safety (refer to standards such as IEC 60335, IEC 60950, etc.), electromagnetic compatibility; Additional requirements for wireless products: Frequency range and transmission power comply with ARPT regulations, referring to ETSI/FCC radio frequency standards; Labels and documents: Arabic/French bilingual instruction manuals and product labels are required.