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Electrical safety, energy efficiency and product longevity are the key quality characteristics of electrical and electronic products. Still, hundreds of electrical and electronic products are recalled every year, resulting in serious reputational and financial damages to brands and retailers. The most common causes of recalls are safety-related, including overheating, electric shock and explosion.
At QIMA, we offer full range chemical, mechanical and electrical safety tests to help you ensure product compliance and safeguard your products.
We are here to ensure that your electrical and electronic products meet the quality and safety standards of your destination markets, including:
EU Battery Regulation
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC/EMI)
EU Low Voltage Directive compliance
EU Machinery Directive compliance
EU General Product Safety Directive
EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED) testing
FCC Radio equipment testing for wireless and RF products
Heavy metal analysis (lead, cadmium, mercury, nickel)
Luminous Flux and Color Rendering tests for lighting products
Plasticizers (phthalates)
Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH)
Product safety testing (UL/IEC)
Toxics in packaging
Watch Now: E&E Testing Solution
We understand the complexity of E&E compliance and have developed a full range of services that extend beyond testing. From customized testing plans to comprehensive labeling checks, our team of experts are here to help you at every stage.
Services we offer for compliance:
Instruction manual creation and review: Ensure your user manuals meet global regulatory, safety, and usability requirements. QIMA creates and reviews instruction manuals for electrical and electronic products to verify clarity, accuracy, safety warnings, and mandatory content for your target markets.
E&E product artwork checks: Verify that all artwork elements - icons, symbols, diagrams, and regulatory marks - on your electrical and electronic products are correct and compliant. QIMA checks artwork against applicable standards (CE, UKCA, FCC, UL, etc.) to prevent costly reprints, recalls, or customs delays.
Labeling review and creation: Ensure your product and packaging labels meet international compliance requirements. QIMA reviews or creates labels that include mandatory safety marks, electrical ratings, traceability information, warnings, and importer/manufacturer details per market regulations.
Document checks: Confirm all required technical and compliance documents for E&E products are complete and accurate. QIMA reviews declarations of conformity, test reports, technical files, risk assessments, and certification documents to ensure smooth approvals and market access.
Tailored-made testing plan: Receive a customized testing program designed for your product category, risk level, and destination market. QIMA builds tailored E&E test plans covering electrical safety, EMC, energy efficiency, chemical compliance (RoHS, REACH), and performance to ensure full regulatory conformity.
Power up your cybersecurity testing and compliance
Any product that collects, stores, and transmits information via a network is vulnerable to cybersecurity risks. QIMA’s professional cybersecurity testing and certification services help you achieve compliance with cybersecurity regulations and protect your products from cyber threats.
Expand your global reach with certification
Navigating the complex landscape of international standards can be challenging, but we are here to simplify your path to markets entry. With our extensive experience in IECEE certification programs, we have established a wide network to offer Global Market Access (GMA) solutions, which cover countries including:
Mexico
UAE
Brazil
Korea
Europe
And more
QIMA also offers certification for a wide range of electrical and electronics products, which allows you to demonstrate superior product quality and safety to your consumers:
GS Mark Certification for product safety
In-house / fit-for-use quality and test marks for specific product claims
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Trends & Insights: Electrical & Electronic Product Testing & Compliance
Growing demand for E&E testing, inspection & certification (TIC)
The electronics & electrical TIC market is expected to grow from about US$7.95B in 2025 to US$9.43B by 2030 (~3.5% CAGR), driven by mandatory safety and EMC requirements for new devices and systems.
A dedicated E&E TIC segment alone is valued at around US$17B in 2024, with forecasts of ~4.5% CAGR to 2030.
Rising recalls & enforcement pressure
The EU’s Safety Gate system reported a record 4,137 alerts for dangerous products in 2024, up from 3,412 in 2023 and 2,117 in 2022.
Europe overall saw 14,484 product recalls in 2024, another all-time high, continuing an upward trend in regulatory action.
Analyses of EU E&E recalls highlight recurring issues with hazardous chemicals, showing many electrical and electronic products still fail chemical safety requirements.
Sustainability, substance restrictions & circular electronics
RoHS and WEEE remain core frameworks limiting hazardous substances and managing e-waste in the EU, with ongoing updates to address growing volumes of discarded electronics.
New EU ecodesign and energy labelling rules for phones and tablets introduce minimum requirements for battery durability, OS updates, spare-parts availability, and a repairability score.
By 2023, e-waste regulations already covered about 72% of the global population across 81 countries, reflecting a rapid globalisation of environmental rules for electronics.
Cybersecurity becomes a product-level conformity requirement
The EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) introduces mandatory cybersecurity requirements and CE-marking obligations for all products with digital elements, with phased enforcement expected from 2025–2027.
In the U.S., the FCC’s Cyber Trust Mark creates a security certification and labeling scheme for consumer IoT devices, signalling that cybersecurity will be treated like a core safety attribute.
Globalization of supply chains & online marketplaces
Record numbers of U.S. safety warnings now relate to non-compliant imported products sold via cross-border e-commerce platforms, including high-risk electrical items (e-bike batteries, chargers, heated garments, power supplies).
FAQs
Why do electrical and electronic products require testing and certification?
Testing and certification ensure that E&E products meet mandatory safety, EMC, energy efficiency, and chemical compliance requirements for their destination markets. These steps protect consumers, prevent recalls, and ensure smooth customs clearance.
What types of electrical and electronic products need testing?
Any powered or electronic device may require compliance checks, including household appliances, power supplies, smart home devices, IoT products, lamps and luminaires, IT equipment, audio/video devices, batteries, chargers, and wearables.
What regulations or standards apply to my product?
Applicable standards depend on the product type and target market, such as:
EU: Low Voltage Directive (LVD), EMC Directive, Radio Equipment Directive (RED), RoHS, Ecodesign
USA: FCC, UL/ETL, EnergyStar
UK: UKCA marking
Global: IEC safety standards, ISO/IEC EMC standards
QIMA can help determine the exact requirements for your product and region.
What types of tests are performed on E&E products?
Common tests include:
Electrical safety: insulation, earthing, leakage current
EMC: emissions and immunity
Radio testing: frequency, power, coexistence
Chemical compliance: RoHS, REACH, phthalates
Energy efficiency: standby power, performance
Reliability & durability testing
How does the certification process work?
Certification typically includes:
Product documentation review
Testing against applicable standards
Factory audits (for some certifications)
Issuance of a certificate or compliance report
Ongoing surveillance when required
QIMA guides you through each step to ensure readiness for market entry.
What documents are required for E&E compliance?
Depending on the market, you may need:
Technical file
Test reports
Risk assessment
Declarations of Conformity (DoC)
Circuit diagrams & PCB layouts
Bill of materials
Manuals, labels, and artwork files
QIMA can prepare or review all compliance documentation.
Can QIMA help with labeling, manuals, and product artwork?
Yes. QIMA provides:
Labeling review and creation
Instruction manual creation and review
Artwork checks for regulatory symbols and warnings
These services help avoid costly non-compliance at customs or during audits.
How long does testing and certification take?
Timelines vary by product and standards required:
Basic safety & EMC testing: 1–3 weeks
Radio testing: 2–5 weeks
Full certification (CE, FCC, etc.): 2–8 weeks Complex devices may require additional time.
What happens if my product fails a test?
QIMA provides a detailed report identifying the non-conformities and actionable recommendations for correction. After adjustments, a re-test can be scheduled to confirm compliance.
Why should I use QIMA for E&E testing and compliance?
QIMA offers:
Accredited global testing laboratories
Expertise in worldwide regulations (CE, FCC, UKCA, RoHS, etc.)
Tailor-made test plans
Document, label, and manual review services
Fast turnaround times and clear reporting
Support across the entire compliance lifecycle, from design to post-market surveillance
QIMA Benefits
Global coverage in over 100 countries in Asia, Africa, Europe, North and South America.
Flexibility with fully customizable programs and reports to save time and cost.
Risk-based approach with analytical data to help you proactively identify and prevent quality and safety issues in your supply chain.
Fully certified and accredited to all major inspection, audit, and testing schemes.
Custom dashboard to identify trends and make informed decisions in real time.
Personalized service with dedicated account manager and 24-hour customer support.
Ranked #1 in the industry for customer satisfaction based on independent NPS measurement.