Taiwan's Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection (BSMI) regulates commodities such as power adapters, IT equipment, household appliances, LED lamps, lithium batteries and toys through type approval, registration of product certification or batch inspection, with the Commodity Inspection Mark. Radio and telecom equipment additionally needs approval from the National Communications Commission (NCC).
BSMI / NCC at a Glance
| Authority | Bureau of Standards, Metrology & Inspection (BSMI) / National Communications Commission (NCC) |
|---|---|
| Countries | Taiwan |
| Mark | Commodity Inspection Mark (R-number) |
| Requirement | Mandatory |
| Typical timeline | Varies – ask us |
| Validity | Varies – ask us |
| Local representative | Yes – Taiwanese applicant for most schemes |
Products We Commonly Support
- Power adapters
- IT equipment
- Household appliances
- LED lamps
- Lithium-ion batteries
- Toys
- Smartphones
- Wi-Fi routers
How Global Approbation Handles BSMI / NCC
- Step 1. Identify the BSMI inspection scheme for the product and whether NCC approval applies.
- Step 2. Appoint the Taiwanese applicant (importer or local representative).
- Step 3. Test to CNS standards in a BSMI/NCC-recognised lab.
- Step 4. Apply for BSMI certification (with factory quality documents where required) and NCC approval.
- Step 5. Mark products with the Commodity Inspection Mark and NCC label; maintain certificates.
Documents Required
- Product specifications and circuit diagrams
- Test reports to CNS standards
- Critical components list
- Chinese-language labels and manuals
- Factory quality-system documents (for RPC schemes)
BSMI / NCC: Frequently Asked Questions
Is BSMI / NCC mandatory in Taiwan?
Yes. Regulated commodities need BSMI inspection (type approval, registration of product certification or batch inspection) and the Commodity Inspection Mark; radio and telecom equipment additionally needs NCC approval.
Which products need BSMI / NCC?
Typical products include Power adapters, IT equipment, Household appliances, LED lamps, Lithium-ion batteries, Toys, Smartphones and Wi-Fi routers. Coverage follows the regulator's current list and HS codes, so we confirm it for your exact product.
Does a foreign manufacturer need a local representative for BSMI / NCC?
Yes – Taiwanese applicant for most schemes. Global Approbation coordinates with your importer or arranges a representative where needed.
How long does BSMI / NCC take and how long is it valid?
Typical timeline: Varies – ask us. Validity: Varies – ask us. Share your product details for a realistic plan and cost.
Do I need both BSMI and NCC for a Wi-Fi product?
Usually yes – NCC covers the radio function and BSMI covers electrical safety and EMC where the product is a regulated commodity.
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.