Certification Introduction
Yemen implements a mandatory conformity assessment system for imported electrical and electronic products, and recognizes the G-mark certification system of the Gulf Standardization Organization (GSO). 13 categories of low-voltage electrical and electronic products are required to mandatorily obtain G-mark for market access. All electrical and electronic products exported to Yemen (falling within HS Chapters 25-29 and 31-97) must complete pre-shipment inspection per the China-Yemen bilateral agreement before customs clearance and release.
Laws and Regulations
Main regulatory bases include: the conformity assessment regulations for imported products issued by the Yemen Standardization, Metrology and Quality Control Organization (YSMQCO), the Memorandum of Understanding on Import and Export Commodity Supervision and Cooperation between China and Yemen, and the GSO G-mark certification rules for low-voltage electrical equipment. Starting October 2024, Yemen enforces energy efficiency label related regulations for air conditioning products. The specific scope of regulated products shall be subject to the latest official announcement of YSMQCO.
Technical Requirements
- Conformity determination priority: Yemeni technical regulations and mandatory standards > International standards (IEC/ISO) > National standards of the exporting country
- Core test items: Electrical safety (corresponding to IEC 60335 (household appliances), IEC 60598 (lighting fixtures) and other series standards), Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
- Energy efficiency requirements: Air conditioning products must meet Yemeni mandatory energy efficiency standards and affix corresponding energy efficiency labels
- Labeling requirements: Product instructions must be provided in English + Arabic bilingual version. G-mark mandatory products must be affixed with the GCTS mark with a traceable QR code, and the mark height is no less than 5 mm.
Certification Process
Enterprises confirm whether products fall into the G-mark mandatory certification catalog, prepare application materials (product technical documents, valid test reports, etc.), submit applications to compliance-accredited bodies, complete product testing and technical document review, obtain the G-mark certificate and complete GSO database registration after approval, affix the required conformity mark on products, then apply for pre-shipment inspection to China's entry-exit inspection and quarantine authority, obtain the pre-shipment inspection certificate after passing inspection, which is used for verification and release in Yemen import customs clearance.
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