IECEE or COC Certification for LED Displays to Saudi Arabia?

IECEE Definition:

Saudi IECEE certification is a certification program introduced by the Saudi Arabian Standards Organization (SASO) to ensure that electronic and electrical products exported to Saudi Arabia comply with local regulations and standards. This certification program combines standards and testing methods from the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) to assess and certify products, ensuring they meet the requirements of the Saudi Arabian market.

COC Definition:

COC certification is a conformity assessment system implemented by Saudi Arabia for imported products, aimed at ensuring compliance with Saudi standards and regulations to protect consumer health and safety, and maintain fair market competition.

For LED display screens exported to Saudi Arabia, which certification should we pursue?

According to the product rules, LED display screens typically require IECEE certification, with a customs code usually being 852859000000. However, if shipped under the customs code 85312999999 for light-emitting diodes, COC certification could be pursued. Regardless of which certification is chosen, confirmation from Saudi importers is generally needed to determine acceptance.

What are the differences between IECEE and COC?

1. IECEE certificates are issued by the Saudi Standards Organization, while COC certificates can be issued by local third parties.

2. COC includes both PC product certificates and SC customs clearance certificates.

3. IECEE certification system fee is 3850 SAR, while COC (PC+SC) costs 981 SAR.

4. IECEE certificates are valid for 1 year per importer, COC-PC certificates are also valid for 1 year per importer, and SC certificates are valid per shipment.

5. IECEE certificates require CB certificates and report transfer, with CB certificates valid within 3 years; COC certificates only require IEC reports for certification transfer.

6. IECEE certification process takes 3-4 weeks, while COC certification is expected within 2 weeks.

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