Taiwan NCC Certification Introduction

NCC stands for National Communications Commission, which is a regulatory body in Taiwan responsible for managing communications, spectrum frequency, radio wave testing, domain names, and international cooperation. Communication and information devices must obtain NCC certification before being circulated or used in Taiwan's market.

Product Scope of Taiwan NCC Certification  

Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) Devices:  

Wired telephones (including VOIP), automatic alarm devices, telephone recording devices, fax machines, telex machines, remote control devices, wired telephone wireless systems, customer-owned PBXs, push-button phone systems, computer-telephone integration devices, data equipment (ADSL terminal devices and splitters), caller ID terminal devices, 2.4GHz radio frequency telecom terminal devices, DS1/T1/E1 terminal devices, etc.

Public Land Mobile Network (PLMN) Devices:  

Radio paging terminal devices, mobile data terminal devices, cordless telephones, GSM mobile phones and terminals, DCS1800 mobile phones and terminals, third and fourth-generation mobile communication terminals (3G mobile communications licenses legally terminated on December 31, 2018).

Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) Devices:  

ISDN digital telephones, ISDN PC cards, ISDN G4 fax machines, ISDN video phones, ISDN terminal adapters, ISDN adapter modules, ISDN PABXs, and other ISDN terminal devices.

Low-Power Radio Frequency Motor Products:  

Wireless networks (WLAN) products (including IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n), UMII, Bluetooth products, RFID (125kHz~134kHz, 13.56MHz, 27MHz, 922MHz~928MHz, 2.4GHz, 5.8GHz), ZigBee, wireless keyboards, wireless mice, wireless headsets, walkie-talkies, radio-controlled toys, various radio-controlled remotes, security alarms, Family Radio Service (FRS), etc.

Taiwan NCC Certification Process:  

1. The client submits product information to JJR Labs for evaluation and quotation.  

2. The client confirms and signs the quotation, fills out the application, provides samples and documentation, and makes the initial payment.  

3. Product prediction and documentation review.  

4. If issues arise during testing, adjustments are made, and re-testing is performed until the product passes.  

5. Once testing and documentation pass, the certification body conducts a witnessed test.  

6. After the witnessed test, a test report is issued, and certification is granted.  

7. The client settles the remaining payment and receives the certification report, concluding the case.

Key Points to Consider for Taiwan NCC Certification:  

- Type: Mandatory  

- Sample Requirements: 1-2 units  

- Factory Inspection: Not required  

- Local Testing: Yes  

- Certification Period: 4-5 weeks  

Documents Required for NCC Certification Application:  

1. Application form  

2. Test report for samples  

3. User manual or operation guide (in Chinese or English)  

4. Product specifications (in Chinese or English)  

5. Circuit diagrams or block diagrams  

6. Business registration certificate  

7. Foreign manufacturers need to provide legal company establishment documents and telecom regulation licenses for radio frequency equipment.  

Note: NCC does not accept foreign test reports or certificates. Foreign manufacturers may temporarily hold the certification before appointing a local agent, but a local agent is required for product importation.

Label Format for Taiwan NCC Certification Approval:  

- CC: Fixed code for classifying equipment types.  

- XX: Denotes the certifying agency.  

- xx: Indicates the year (e.g., 07 for 2007, 08 for 2008, etc.).  

- YY: Denotes the type of equipment.  

- yyy: Serial number (001-999).  

- Z: Series number.  

- z: Certification method.  

- W: Check digit.

Labeling Guidelines for NCC Certification:  

1. Labels must be appropriately sized, clearly visible, and attached to the device. There are no specific size requirements.  

2. The NCC certification mark and certification number must be clear and easily identifiable on the product.

Taiwan NCC Certification Fees:  

1. Telecom Terminal Equipment Fees:  

- Evaluation Fee: Varies based on usage (commercial or personal).  

- License Fee: Includes evaluation and conformity declaration fees.

2. Low-Power RF Motor Fees:  

- Evaluation Fee: Varies based on usage (commercial or personal).  

- License Fee: Includes model certification, evaluation, and conformity declaration fees.