Electrical and electronic products sold in Australia and New Zealand carry the Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM). For electrical safety this means the EESS system: a locally registered responsible supplier and equipment registered by risk level. For EMC, radio and telecom it means the ACMA requirements. Global Approbation prepares certificates and test reports for your Australian partner.
RCM at a Glance
| Responsible supplier | An Australian or New Zealand manufacturer or importer registered on the EESS National Register |
|---|---|
| Level 3 (high risk) | Certificate of Conformity from a recognised certifier, plus equipment registration |
| Level 2 (medium risk) | Registration with evidence of compliance |
| Level 1 (low risk) | Supplier obligations to ensure compliance and keep records |
| ACMA | EMC, radio and telecom compliance with records and a supplier declaration |
| Marking | RCM per AS/NZS 4417 |
Products We Commonly Support
- Chargers & power supplies
- Household appliances
- LED lighting
- Plugs & cords
- IT & AV equipment
- Wireless devices
- Power tools
- Solar inverters
How Global Approbation Handles Australia RCM
- Risk level. EESS level and ACMA requirements identified
- Testing. AS/NZS standards testing; CB data reused
- Certificate. Recognised certifier Certificate of Conformity for Level 3
- Registration. Responsible supplier and equipment registered
- RCM. Labels and compliance records
Australia RCM: Frequently Asked Questions
Can an Indian company be the responsible supplier?
No. The responsible supplier must be an Australian or New Zealand manufacturer or importer registered on the National Register.
Which products are Level 3?
High-risk in-scope equipment, such as certain plugs, chargers and appliances listed by the regulator. These need a certificate from a recognised certifier.
Does RCM cover EMC too?
Yes. The RCM shows compliance with both electrical safety (EESS) and ACMA EMC/radio requirements where they apply.
Can I use CB reports?
Yes. CB reports with AS/NZS national differences are commonly used.
Regulations, standards and deadlines change. Scope, testing route and timelines are confirmed product by product after our applicability review. Global Approbation is a consultancy and does not itself issue certificates; approvals are granted by the relevant authority, accredited laboratory or certification body.