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Regulations and compliance requirements can pose challenges to companies who are looking to export their new products in Kuwait. Most products must meet local standards and requirements to ensure products are safe, good quality, and fit for consumers’ needs.
Ensure that your products successfully meet Kuwaiti standards by working with TÜV SÜD. We fully understand the local requirements and procedures applicable in Kuwait.
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Plug Types
Type C
Type G
Electrical Safety
Regulatory agency
Public Authority for Industry (PAI)
Regulations
- The Kuwait Conformity Assurance Scheme (KUCAS) contains a set of procedures carried out by PAI to verify the conformity of all “Regulated Products” (domestic or imported) to Kuwait’s Technical Regulations and approved Standards.
- Manufacturers with consignments of regulated products to be shipped to Kuwait are required to complete the conformity procedures prior to shipment through one of the Certification and Inspection Bodies (CIB) approved by PAI.
- A Technical Evaluation Report (TER) and a Technical Inspection Report (TIR) issued by an approved CIB are required.
- Compliance with KSS and IEC standards.
Guidelines
- Manufacturers need to be licensed.
- The TER is issued by an approved CIB on the basis of successful type testing or test report evaluation.
- Inspection and testing (based on risk assessment and type of product) would be conducted prior to shipment by the relevant CIB for TIR.
Applicable product categories
Product categories that require mandatory energy efficiency labelling include:
- Group 1 - Electrical toys
- Group 2 - Household & commercial electrical and gas appliances
- Group 3 - Automotive
- Group 4 - Chemical
- Group 5 - Others
- Group 6 - Building materials
To determine if a particular product is subject to the above regulations, please contact us.
Our services at a glance
TÜV SÜD has the experience and capability to support manufacturers in attaining compliance with Kuwaiti requirements and obtaining the necessary approval.
Telecom & Wireless
Regulatory agency
Communication and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA)
Regulations
- The CITRA in Kuwait issues type approval for terminal equipment.
- Hardware Type Approval Certificate is granted for a period of three years.
Guidelines
- A local representative is required.
- Approval is based on review of foreign standard test reports.
Applicable product categories
To determine if a particular product is subject to the above regulations, please contact us.
Our services at a glance
TÜV SÜD has the experience and capability to support manufacturers in attaining compliance with Kuwaiti requirements and obtaining the necessary approval.
Energy Efficiency
Regulatory agency
Public Authority for Industry (PAI)
Regulations
According to KWS 1893:2018, air conditioner is mandatory to apply for the Energy Efficiency Labelling.
Guidelines
- Product tested in the accredited laboratory.
- Commercial registration certificate of Kuwaiti importer.
Applicable product categories
Product categories that require mandatory energy efficiency labelling include air-conditioners.
To determine if a particular product is subject to the above regulations, please contact us.
Our services at a glance
TÜV SÜD has the experience and capability to support manufacturers in attaining compliance with Kuwaiti requirements and obtaining the necessary approval.
Why choose TÜV SÜD
TÜV SÜD has the expertise and laboratory infrastructure to support manufacturers in obtaining the necessary approvals and compliance in accordance to the Kuwait's standards and requirements. TÜV SÜD test reports are accepted for safety approval and recognised by relevant authorities internationally. We also supports manufacturers in obtaining voluntary endorsement labels.
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