What is the SAA Certification Mark?

Australian saa certification

The SAA certification mark is a safety certification for electrical and electronic products in Australia. SAA stands for Standards Australia International Limited, the national standards body of Australia. Its primary purpose is to ensure the safe use of electrical and electronic products in the Australian market.

The SAA mark has two main types:

1. Type Approval: This applies only to samples, ensuring they meet standards.

2. Standard Mark: This requires a factory inspection for every product.

SAA Certification Process

1. Application Submission

Manufacturers or suppliers submit an application to a certification body, including detailed product information and technical documentation.

2. Product Testing

The product undergoes testing in an accredited laboratory to confirm compliance with relevant safety standards.

3. Evaluation Report

The laboratory issues an evaluation report certifying that the product meets the standards.

4. Certificate Issuance

If the product passes testing and evaluation, the certification body issues an SAA certification.

Notes:

- Certification validity: 5 years.

- Processing time: 3–6 weeks.

SAA Certification Scope

The SAA certification primarily applies to the following types of devices:

1. Household Appliances:

E.g., washing machines, refrigerators, microwaves.

2. Lighting Equipment:

E.g., various lamps, LED lights.

3. Industrial Equipment:

E.g., power tools, machinery.

4. Electronic Devices:

E.g., computers, TVs, audio equipment.

Mandatory Certification List for Electrical Products in Australia and New Zealand

1. Electrical connectors

2. Arc welding machines

3. Bayonet lamp holders

4. Bayonet lamp adapters

5. Carpets

6. Toasters

7. Clothes dryers

8. Control devices

9. Portable cooking utensils

10. Extension cords

11. Switches

12. Decorative lighting

13. Dishwashers

14. Screw lamp holders

15. Electric fans

16. Circuit boosters

17. Heating blankets

18. Floor polishers/cleaners

19. Fluorescent ballasts

20. Fluorescent starters

21. Hair care devices

22. Hedge trimmers

23. Immersion heaters

24. Pest control devices

25. Portable lamps

26. Electric irons

27. Kitchen appliances

28. Lawn care devices

29. Liquid heating devices

30. Movable lamps

31. Spotlights

32. Massage equipment

33. Microwave ovens

34. Miniature circuit breakers

35. Plugs

36. Sockets

37. Power chargers

38. LED modules

39. Projectors

40. Stoves

41. Range hoods

42. Razors/hair clippers

43. Refrigerators/freezers

44. Residual current devices

45. Room heaters

46. Sewing machines

47. Electric soldering irons

48. Power cords

49. Pool/spa equipment

50. TV receivers

51. Treatment lamps

52. Electric drills

53. Sanders/polishers

54. Circular saws

55. Planers

56. Grinders

57. Chainsaws

58. Vacuum cleaners

59. Wall switches

60. Washing machines

61. Waterbed heaters

62. Water heaters

Certification Bodies

Here are some of the recognized certification bodies for SAA approval:

- Intertek Testing Services (Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Shanghai FTZ)

- Nemko Shanghai Ltd., Shenzhen Branch

- TÜV SÜD Certification and Testing (China and Hong Kong branches)

- Shenzhen Timeway Testing Laboratories

- Shenzhen Alpha Product Testing Co., Ltd.

- Kiwa Gastec (China) Ltd.

- Bureau Veritas (Shenzhen, Dongguan, Taoyuan branches)

- China Quality Certification Center (South China Lab)

Note: This list is sourced from the SAA official website.

Additional Information

- Voltage Requirements:

- Australia: 240VAC, 50Hz

- New Zealand: AC 230V, 50Hz

- Certification Type: Mandatory + Voluntary

- Certificate Validity: Up to 5 years

- Factory Inspection Requirements: None

- Local Representative Requirement: A locally registered company or agent is required as the certificate holder.

Required Documentation for SAA Application

1. Application form

2. CB certificate and report

3. Product label (including relevant certification marks)

4. PCB layout

5. Circuit diagram

6. User manual (in English or a certified local language)

7. Plug test report (for Australian plugs).