September 30, 2025, The Minister for Trade and Industry issued the Strategic Goods (Control) Order 2025, which refers to the Strategic Goods (Control) Act 2002. Its contents relate to the Strategic Goods (Control) Order 2025, which came into effect on 1 December 2025.
The order was also confirmed by the Consumer Product Safety Office (CPSO) in Circular Letter CPSO-101125-22, issued on November 10, 2025. The circular letter reminded Registered Suppliers (RS) of the rules on Controlled Goods (CG) that were found to be non-compliant or illegally modified. This will result in suspension, supply bans, and potential product recalls.
The rules on controlled goods require RS to recall products and take steps to notify users of safety risks. To avoid non-compliance, RS needs to be fully aware of the rules, the list of prohibited equipment, and the registration of controlled goods.
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The Rules on Controlled Goods Based on CPSO-101125-22
The rules on controlled goods, as outlined in Circular CPSO-101125-22, encompass several key points that manufacturers must adhere to. These relate to detected non-compliance and unauthorized modifications, as well as warnings regarding the main requirements for registered suppliers.
Detected non-compliance and unauthorized modifications
- Discontinuation of Controlled Goods (CG) supply: Detected non-compliance and unauthorized modifications will result in a request to discontinue supply.
- Penalties for violations: Any person found guilty of such abuses is liable to a fine of up to $10,000 or imprisonment for up to 2 years, or both.
Key requirements for registered suppliers
- Modifications to registered CG: All changes must be updated in the product technical file. Technical modifications require CG to be recertified or re-registered.
- Maintenance of Technical Files: Technical files for registered CGs must be submitted to the CPSO within 7 days of being requested. RSs found to be in violation will be subject to a fine of up to $2,000, imprisonment for up to 12 months, or both.
- Validity and Renewal of Registration: CG registration is valid for a period of three years. Renewal can be completed six months before the expiration date to allow sufficient time for processing, testing, and certification.
List of Controlled and Prohibited Telecommunications Equipment
The rules on controlled goods list several items of telecommunications equipment that are controlled and prohibited from import. These telecommunications equipment operate on the 880-915 MHz, 925-960 MHz, 1900-1980 MHz, and 2110-2170 MHz frequency bands.
Additionally, mobile phones or other equipment approved by Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) are exempt from this requirement. Some prohibited telecommunications devices include:
- Scanning receivers
- Military communication equipment
- Telephone voice-changing equipment
- Radio-communication jamming devices operating in any frequency band
- Obscene articles, publications, and videotapes or discs
- Seditious and treasonable materials
You can see examples of prohibited telecommunications equipment on the official IMDA website.
Registration of Controlled Goods
Registration of controlled goods in Singapore refers to the rules on controlled goods, which involve coordination with several Competent Authorities (CA). Registration is carried out through the TradeNet system and the Consumer Product Safety Office (CPSO).
Here are three important steps to note:
- Identify the Harmonized System (HS) code of the goods and the appropriate CA.
- Check the CA’s HS Product Code through the official TradeNet website.
- “All HS/CA Product Codes” and “All Product Code Pairs” must be declared in the permit application.
- Comply with the CA’s specific requirements to avoid processing delays and obtain approval.
Ultimately, the rules on controlled goods in Singapore refer to the Strategic Goods (Control) Act 2002. This is also supported by the Strategic Goods (Control) Order 2025 and CPSO-101125-22 circulars.
Non-compliance with all controlled and regulated goods will result in fines and imprisonment. Therefore, it is important for registered suppliers to be aware of the list of prohibited products and to register controlled goods.
