IC stands for Industry Canada, renamed Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) in 2016, responsible for certification of electrical and electronic products entering Canada. ICES compliance provides market access for products within its scope. Similar to the US FCC framework, ISED requirements described here focus on electromagnetic interference limits.
1. Certification Overview
IC stands for Industry Canada, renamed Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) in 2016, responsible for certification of electrical and electronic products entering Canada. ICES compliance provides market access for products within its scope. Similar to the US FCC framework, ISED requirements described here focus on electromagnetic interference limits.
2. Certification Mark
None
3. Product Scope
Ordinary electronic products, such as power supplies, household appliances and computer peripherals
4. Test Items
EMI requirements only: conducted and radiated emissions testing
5. Certification Standards
|
Product |
Test Standards |
|
ITE / AV Power Supplies and Products |
ICES-003 |
|
Lighting |
ICES-005 |
|
Industrial, Scientific and Medical Equipment |
ICES-001 |
|
Energy Storage Products |
ICES-003 |
6. Required Documents
1. Application Form
2. Model-specific technical specifications or manual, internal operating frequencies, circuit schematics and user instructions
3. Label
7. Factory Inspection
No factory inspection required
|
Canadian ICES Compliance |
None |
· Testing Content: EMC · Applicable Products: Electrical and electronic equipment · Mandatory: Yes · Factory Inspection: No · Local Representative: Required · Plug Type: US · Voltage Requirements: AC 120 V / 60 Hz, AC 277 V / 60 Hz, AC 347 V / 60 Hz · Application Route: Direct application · Certificate Holder: · Certificate Validity: Indefinite · Official Website: www.canada.ca/en.html · Certificate Verification Website: · Additional Notes: |
