QCVN 4:2009/BKHCN is the National Technical Regulation on Safety for Electrical and Electronic Appliances. It was issued alongside Circular No. 21/2009/TT-BKHCN on September 30, 2009, by the Minister of Science and Technology. Effective from October 15, 2009, this regulation mandates that all products categorized as "electrical and electronic appliances" must obtain Conformity Certification.

List of Products Requiring Conformity Certification and Declaration

1. Instantaneous water heaters: Must comply with TCVN 5699-2-35:2007 (IEC 60335-2-35:2005) – Household and similar electrical appliances. Particular requirements for instantaneous water heaters.

2. Storage water heaters: Must comply with TCVN 5699-2-21:2007 (IEC 60335-2-21:2004) – Household and similar electrical appliances. Particular requirements for storage water heaters.

3. Hair dryers and other hair care appliances: Must comply with TCVN 5699-2-23:2007 (IEC 60335-2-23:2005) – Household and similar electrical appliances. Particular requirements for appliances for skin or hair care.

4. Electric kettles: Must comply with TCVN 5699-2-15:2007 (IEC 60335-2-15:2005) – Household and similar electrical appliances. Particular requirements for appliances for heating liquids.

5. Rice cookers: Must comply with TCVN 5699-2-15:2007 (IEC 60335-2-15:2005) – Household and similar electrical appliances. Particular requirements for appliances for heating liquids.

6. Electric fans: Must comply with TCVN 5699-2-80:2007 (IEC 60335-2-80:2005) – Household and similar electrical appliances. Particular requirements for fans.

7. Electric irons: Must comply with TCVN 5699-2-3:2006 (IEC 60335-2-3:2005) – Household and similar electrical appliances. Particular requirements for electric irons.

8. Microwave ovens: Must comply with TCVN 5699-2-25:2007 (IEC 60335-2-25:2005) – Household and similar electrical appliances. Particular requirements for microwave ovens, including combination microwave ovens.

9. Electric ovens and portable grills: Must comply with TCVN 5699-2-9:2004 (IEC 60335-2-9:2002, Adm.1:2004) – Household and similar electrical appliances. Particular requirements for grills, toasters, and similar portable cooking appliances.

10. PVC-insulated cables (rated voltage up to 450/750V): Must comply with TCVN 6610-1 (General requirements), TCVN 6610-3 (Non-sheathed cables for fixed wiring), TCVN 6610-4 (Sheathed cables for fixed wiring), and TCVN 6610-5 (Flexible cables/cords).

11. Immersion heaters: Must comply with TCVN 5699-2-74:2005 (IEC 60335-2-74:2002) – Household and similar electrical appliances. Particular requirements for portable immersion heaters.

12. Tea or coffee makers: Must comply with TCVN 5699-2-15:2007 (IEC 60335-2-15:2005) – Household and similar electrical appliances. Particular requirements for appliances for heating liquids.

13. Hand dryers: Must comply with TCVN 5699-2-23:2007 (IEC 60335-2-23:2005) – Household and similar electrical appliances. Safety. Part 2-23: Particular requirements for appliances for skin or hair care.

Registration Note: After receiving certification, manufacturers and importers must register their Declaration of Conformity at the local Department of Standards, Metrology, and Quality where their business is registered, pursuant to Decision No. 24/2007/QĐ-BKHCN.

Dossier for Declaration of Conformity

The application file for electrical and electronic equipment includes:

• Registration Form for Declaration of Conformity (for domestic products) or Quality Inspection Registration Form (for imported products).

• Product Description: (Name, functions, basic technical specifications, list or invoices of raw materials and main components, etc.).

• Overall Color Photos: Comprehensive views (front, top, side), power plug (if applicable), trademarks, and labels showing technical specifications.

• User Manual/Instructions for Use.

• Copy of the Conformity Certificate.

• Notice of Changes: Any changes in design, raw materials, or manufacturing technology compared to the registered dossier.

Benefits of Conformity Certification

Certification helps businesses continuously improve their quality management systems and enhance their reputation. Key benefits include:

• Quality Assurance: Ensures products meet safety standards from production to end-use.

• Technical Proof: Serves as evidence that product technical indicators meet safety and quality requirements of the relevant regulations.

• Legal Compliance: Demonstrates adherence to State laws regarding "Group 2" products.

• Operational Control: Helps businesses control the production process comprehensively and maintain stable quality.

• Cost Optimization: Minimizes costs related to errors, defects, or handling substandard goods.

• Effective Marketing: Builds a prestigious image in the eyes of customers and partners, thereby increasing purchasing power.

• Market Entry: Enables foreign businesses to overcome technical barriers to enter the Vietnamese market easily.

Conformity assessment process for Electrical and Electronic equipment according to QCVN 4:2009/BKHCN

Certification Methods & Validity

• Method 5: Type testing and factory production process assessment; surveillance via samples from the site or market. (For domestic manufacturers).

• Method 7: Testing and evaluation of specific lots/batches of goods. (For importers).

Validity:

• The Certificate of Conformity is valid for 3 (three) years.

• Surveillance Audits: Conducted by ISSQ every 9 months (3 times during the certificate's validity).

• Renewal: Costs for re-evaluation and re-issuance after the 3rd year are calculated as annual maintenance fees.

ISSQ Quality Standard Development Research Institute (ISSQ Institute) is a designated organization authorized to provide conformity certification under QCVN 4:2009. Our experts are ready to meet all your business requirements.

Contact us:

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