IEC 60335 Appliance Safety for China Sourcing
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IEC 60335 is the safety standard family for household and similar electrical appliances — kettles, fans, small kitchen devices — and Chinese factories quote it for export to the EU, Gulf, and beyond. It differs from IEC 62368 (which governs audio/video and IT equipment): 60335 focuses on heating, mechanical, and shock hazards in mains-powered home goods. For Saudi market entry it underpins SASO conformity, so a missing or wrong-scope 60335 report stalls SABER registration.
When sourcing appliances, the common mistake is taking a generic CB report that covers the wrong Part 2 (the appliance-specific clause). We confirm the exact IEC 60335-2-XX matches the product type and that the certificate body and scope are valid for your destination market.
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What is the difference between IEC 60335 and IEC 62368?
IEC 60335 covers household electrical appliances (heating, motors, mechanical hazards), while IEC 62368 covers audio/video and IT/ICT equipment. Picking the wrong one means your test report won't be accepted for that product type.
Do I need IEC 60335 for the Saudi market?
Yes — IEC 60335 (often via a CB report) feeds SASO conformity and SABER registration for many home appliances. Confirm the specific Part 2 clause matches your product before shipping.
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