Singapore IMDA Certification for ICT Products

Singapore maybe small, but it is one Asia’s power house especially in the southeast region. However, on the economic side, Singapore is popularly known as highly developed free market country with the tittle as most-open economy in the world. Tax rate is very low compared to the neighboring countries. This is why many companies set up their APAC region headquarter in Singapore. To access the Singapore market, especially for ICT products, there’s a compliance instrument that manufacturers must comply with. This compliance instrument is called “IMDA certification”.

IMDA, which is shorted from “Infocomm Media Development Authority”. This is a governmental organization under Ministry of Digital Development and Information of Singapore. Some obligations hold by IMDA such as issuing policies, regulation, or programs related to telecommunication standard, as well as establishing user’s data protection scheme from online falsehood and manipulation. In terms of product approval, IMDA also issued compliance certificate called “IMDA Certificate” as a proof that certain ICT product is already approved, and allowed to be used and/or traded within Singaporean region.

Obtaining IMDA certification can be challenging. While it recognizes foreign test reports based on international standards like CE, there are cases where the IMDA requires additional local testing, particularly if the foreign reports don’t meet their specific standards. With vast expertise, extensive experience, and global networks in the certification field, Dimulti Indonesia is well-equipped to guide you through the certification process, overcome any obstacles, and ensure you receive the certificate by your desired deadline.

Singapore IMDA Certification Process

The Singapore IMDA certification does not command local testing for product approval. As a result, certification can be obtained through a documentation-based handle, which includes assessing existing RF (Radio Frequency) and EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) reports.

The IMDA permits the acknowledgment of universally recognized guidelines, such as CE certification, to fulfill the essential necessities for approval. This streamlined handle gives adaptability for companies looking to enter the Singapore market without the requirement for extra local testing.

IMDA Certificate Example

IMDA Certification Validity and Product Labeling

• Validity: IMDA certificates remain valid for five years, minimizing the effort required to maintain product compliance during its lifecycle. Certification can be renewed up to 30 days before it expires.
• Labeling Requirements: Products must include Dealer Registration Number and Complies to IMDA Standards

IMDA Label Requirement

ICT product that has been certified by IMDA is mandatory to affix IMDA label on product or packaging, this the example of IMDA label:

The label must be affixed on product or on packaging. As an alternative, the licensee can choose for electronic compliance labeling by showing the label on the device’s built-in screen or including it in the digital version of the user manual.

If this method is chosen, the license is required to supply clear instructions or a leaflet that guides consumers on how to locate the electronic label for verification purposes.

IMDA Product Scope

IMDA certification is not limited to telecommunication product only. But this certification is also mandatory to all products that have telecommunication features or radio frequency. Some examples of products that are mandatory to apply IMDA certification are: