What Certification is Needed for Electrical Appliances in Mexico?

The Mexican NOM certification is a mandatory certification in Mexico, primarily targeting products with potential and high-risk factors, including household electrical appliances, lighting fixtures, and information technology equipment. The Mexican government mandates that the holder of the NOM certification must be a local Mexican company. Only products that meet the requirements after passing the certification can bear the NOM mark. Mexico only recognizes NOM certification and does not accept certifications from other countries such as the US's UL or Canada's ETL. Therefore, to sell related products in Mexico, one must obtain NOM certification.

According to the Federal Law on Metrology and Standardization of Mexico, electrical safety products must comply with official Mexican NOM standards and be tested to ensure compliance. All household appliances must bear the Mexican NOM safety mark before they can enter the market for sale.

Points to Consider for Household Appliances Entering the Mexican Market

- Voltage: The local voltage in Mexico is 127V, 60Hz.

- Official Language: The official language in Mexico is Spanish.

- Plug Specifications: Mexican plugs are the same as American plugs, with two types: Class I with three connectors and Class II with two connectors. The plug and the device itself will be tested together.

- Validity Period: The validity period of the Mexican NOM certification is one year, and it can be renewed annually. During the renewal process, a product sample will be randomly selected from the market and sent to the laboratory for testing.

Packaging Requirements for NOM Certified Products

The packaging of NOM-certified products must include the following information:

- Name and address of the importer or distributor

- NOM mark

- Country of origin information

- Rated input/output values

- Product name and model

- Quantity in packaging

Energy Efficiency of Household Appliances (NOM Certification)

The mandatory energy efficiency certification is part of Mexico's compulsory product certification (NOM certification). Products must meet the Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) and be tested and certified by a Mexican official recognized testing and certification body.

Note: The energy efficiency certification nameplate must be in Spanish and indicate standby power consumption. The nameplate must state: "This nameplate must not be removed from this product before it reaches the final consumer."

NOM Certification Standards for Household Appliances in Mexico

- Air Conditioners: Safety: IEC60335-2-40; Efficiency: NOM-023-ENER, NOM-011, NOM-021-ENER/SCFI

- Refrigerators: Safety: IEC60335-2-24; Efficiency: NOM-015-ENER, NOM-022-ENER/SCFI

- Washing Machines: Safety: IEC60335-2-7, IEC60335-2-4 (if applicable), IEC60335-2-11 (if applicable); Efficiency: NOM-005-ENER

- Dryers: Safety: IEC60335-2-7, IEC60335-2-11

- Centrifugal Extractors: Safety: IEC60335-2-4; Efficiency: EU No.392/2013, EN61121

- Drum Dryers: Safety: IEC60335-2-1

- Drying Racks: Safety: IEC60335-2-43

- Electric Water Heaters (Storage Type): Safety: IEC60335-2-21; Efficiency: NOM-003-ENER

- Dishwashers: Safety: IEC60335-2-5; Efficiency: EN 50242, EU No.1059/2010

- Electric Fans: Safety: IEC60335-2-80

- Electric Ovens: Safety: IEC60335-2-6, IEC 60335-2-9

- Vacuum Cleaners: Safety: IEC60335-2-2

- Microwave Ovens: Safety: IFC60335-2-25, IEC60335-2-9 (if applicable), IEC60335-2-6 (if applicable); Efficiency: NOM-32-ENER

- Liquid Heaters: Safety: IEC 60335-2-15

- Electric Pressure Cookers: Safety: IEC 60335-2-15

- Electric Kettles: Safety: IEC 60335-2-15

- Coffee Machines: Safety: IEC 60335-2-15

- Electric Hot Pots: Safety: IEC 60335-2-15

- Electric Rice Cookers: Safety: IEC 60335-2-15

- Water Dispensers: Safety: IEC 60335-2-15

- Electric Irons: Safety: IEC60335-2-3

- Electric Stoves and Similar Appliances: Safety: IEC60335-2-6

- Electric Shavers: Safety: IEC 60335-2-8

- Electric Clippers: Safety: IEC 60335-2-8

- Grills, Toasters, and Similar Portable Appliances: Safety: IEC60335-2-9

- Floor Treatment Machines: Safety: IEC60335-2-10

- Heating Pads and Similar Devices: Safety: IEC60335-2-12

- Deep Fryers and Similar Appliances: Safety: IEC60335-2-13

- Kitchen Machines: Safety: IEC60335-2-14

- Food Waste Disposers: Safety: IEC60335-2-16

- Electric Blankets and Heating Pads: Safety: IEC60335-2-17

- Battery-Operated Electric Shavers and Clippers: Safety: IEC60335-2-19

- Hair Care Appliances: Safety: IEC60335-2-23

- UV and IR Radiation Appliances for Skin: Safety: IEC60335-2-27

- Sewing Machines: Safety: IEC60335-2-28

- Battery Chargers: Safety: IEC60335-2-29

- Indoor Heaters: Safety: IEC60335-2-30

- Range Hoods: Safety: IEC60335-2-31

- Massage Appliances: Safety: IEC60335-2-32

- Commercial Ovens: Safety: IEC60335-2-36

- Commercial Deep Fryers: Safety: IEC60335-2-37

- Commercial Grills: Safety: IEC60335-2-38

- Commercial Multi-Purpose Cookers: Safety: IEC60335-2-39

- Commercial Steamers: Safety: IEC60335-2-42

- Clothes Dryers and Towel Racks: Safety: IEC60335-2-43

- Ironing Machines: Safety: IEC60335-2-44

- Portable Electric Tools: Safety: IEC60335-2-45

- Commercial Electric Cookers: Safety: IEC60335-2-47

- Commercial Electric Ovens and Toasters: Safety: IEC60335-2-48

- Commercial Electric Food Warmers: Safety: IEC60335-2-49

- Commercial Electric Water Baths: Safety: IEC60335-2-50

- Fixed Circulating Pumps for Heating and Service Water Installations: Safety: IEC60335-2-51

- Oral Hygiene Appliances: Safety: IEC60335-2-52

- Electric Sauna Heaters: Safety: IEC60335-2-53

- Surface-Cleaning Appliances Using Liquids or Steam: Safety: IEC60335-2-54

- Aquarium and Garden Pond Appliances: Safety: IEC60335-2-55

- Commercial Electric Dishwashers: Safety: IEC60335-2-58

- Insect Killers: Safety: IEC60335-2-59

- Whirlpool Baths: Safety: IEC60335-2-60

- Storage Heaters: Safety: IEC60335-2-61

- Commercial Electric Rinsing Sinks: Safety: IEC60335-2-62

- Commercial Electric Boilers: Safety: IEC60335-2-63

- Commercial Electric Food Processors: Safety: IEC60335-2-64

- Air Purifiers: Safety: IEC60335-2-65

- Waterbed Heaters: Safety: IEC60335-2-66

- Automatic Floor Treatment Machines for Industrial and Commercial Use: Safety: IEC60335-2-67

- Spray and Extraction Appliances for Industrial and Commercial Use: Safety: IEC60335-2-68

- Wet or Dry Vacuum Cleaners with Power Brushes for Industrial and Commercial Use: Safety: IEC60335-2-69

- Milking Machines: Safety: IEC60335-2-70

- Appliances for Animal Breeding and Rearing: Safety: IEC60335-2-71

- Immersion Heaters: Safety: IEC60335-2-73 (fixed), IEC60335-2-74 (portable)

- Commercial Vending Machines: Safety: IEC60335-2-75

- Electric Fence Energizers: Safety: IEC60335-2-76

- Electric Lawn Mowers: Safety: IEC60335-2-77

- Outdoor Barbecues: Safety: IEC60335-2-78

- High-Pressure and Steam Cleaners for Industrial and Commercial Use: Safety: IEC60335-2-79

- Evaporative Coolers: Safety: IEC60335-2-80, IEC60335-2-98, IEC60335-2-30

- Foot Warmers and Foot Pads: Safety: IEC60335-2-81

- Service and Entertainment Appliances: Safety: IEC60335-2-82

- Electronic Toilets: Safety: IEC60335-2-84

- Fabric Steamers: Safety: IEC60335-2-85

- Electric Fishing Appliances: Safety: IEC60335-2-86

- Humidifiers for Heating, Ventilation, or Air Conditioning Systems: Safety: IEC60335-2-88

- Commercial Refrigeration Appliances: Safety: IEC60334-2-89

- Commercial Microwave Ovens: Safety: IEC60335-2-90

- Walk-Behind and Hand-Held Lawn Trimmers and Lawn Edge Trimmers: Safety: IEC60335-2-91

- Lawn Sweepers and Aerators: Safety: IEC60335-2-92

- Hand-Held Grass Shears: Safety: IEC60335-2-94

- Humidifiers: Safety: IEC60335-2-98

- Commercial Electric Range Hoods: Safety: IEC60335-2-99

- Hand-Held Electric Garden Blowers, Vacuum Blowers, and Blower-Vacuums: Safety: IEC60335-2-100

- Evaporators: Safety: IEC60335-2-101

- Appliances with Electric Connections Using Gas, Oil, and Solid Fuel: Safety: IEC60335-2-102

- Drive Units for Gates, Doors, and Windows: Safety: IEC60335-2-103

- Equipment for Recovery of Refrigerants from Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Equipment: Safety: IEC60335-2-104

- Shower Units: Safety: IEC60335-2-105

- Heated Carpets: Safety: IEC60335-2-106

- Electrolysis Tanks: Safety: IEC60335-2-108

- UV Radiation Water Treatment Appliances: Safety: IEC60335-2-109

- Commercial Microwave Appliances with Insert or Contact Applicators: Safety: IEC60335-2-110

- Electric Floor Heating Systems: Safety: IEC60335-2-111