Regulated electrical equipment sold in Malaysia needs a Certificate of Approval (COA) from the Energy Commission (Suruhanjaya Tenaga, ST), supported by testing and product certification from SIRIM QAS. It also carries the SIRIM–ST label. Communications equipment must be certified under MCMC rules. Applications are made by a Malaysian-registered company. Global Approbation prepares testing and documents from India.
Malaysia at a Glance
| Electrical safety | Energy Commission (ST) Certificate of Approval for regulated electrical equipment |
|---|---|
| Certification body | SIRIM QAS International: testing, product certification and SIRIM–ST labels |
| Communications | MCMC equipment certification (commonly administered via SIRIM QAS as the certifying agency) |
| Applicant | Malaysian-registered importer or local company |
| Other schemes | Mandatory standards for building materials, and energy efficiency ratings for selected appliances |
Products We Commonly Support
- Household appliances
- Cables & wiring devices
- Plugs & adapters
- LED lighting
- Fans & air conditioners
- Mobile phones & routers
- Bluetooth devices
- Power tools
How Global Approbation Handles Malaysia Certification
- Scope. ST, SIRIM and MCMC requirements identified
- Testing. Testing to Malaysian (MS) / IEC standards
- Certification. SIRIM product certification and ST COA via the local applicant
- MCMC. Communications equipment certification
- Labels. SIRIM–ST / MCMC labelling
Malaysia Certification: Frequently Asked Questions
Who applies for the ST COA?
A Malaysian-registered company, usually your importer or distributor.
What is the SIRIM–ST label?
A label on approved regulated electrical products showing ST approval and SIRIM certification.
Do wireless devices need MCMC?
Yes. Communications equipment needs MCMC certification before sale.
Can CB reports be used?
CB reports are widely used to support Malaysian certification, subject to national requirements.
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.