What is the UKCA Compliance Certificate?

The ukca, short for UK Conformity Assessed Marking, is a new product marking introduced by the United Kingdom to replace the CE marking for products sold in the UK market. The UKCA marking applies to England, Wales, and Scotland but does not cover Northern Ireland. It encompasses most products that previously required CE marking. Manufacturers can continue to use the CE marking to access the Great Britain market until January 1, 2025. From January 1, 2025, products sold in Great Britain must comply with the relevant regulations and display the UKCA marking.

UKCA Product Scope

1. Toy Safety 

2. Recreational Craft and Private Boats 

3. Simple Pressure Vessels 

4. Electromagnetic Compatibility 

5. Non-Automatic Weighing Instruments 

6. Measuring Instruments 

7. Lifts 

8. ATEX (Explosive Atmospheres) 

9. Radio Equipment 

10. Pressure Equipment 

11. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 

12. Gas Appliances 

13. Machinery 

14. Outdoor Noise 

15. Ecodesign 

16. Aerosols 

17. Low Voltage Electrical Equipment 

18. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 

The UKCA marking also covers these products with specific rules: 

1. Medical Devices 

2. Rail Interoperability 

3. Construction Products 

4. Civil Explosives 

ukca certification Standards

- IT/AV Power Supply/Products: 

  - Safety Standards: BS EN62368-1, BS EN60335-1, BS EN60335-2-29 

  - EMC Standards: BS en55032, BS EN55035, BS en61000-3-2, BS EN61000-3-3 

- Wireless Products: 

  - Safety Standards: BS EN62368-1 

  - EMC Standards: BS ETSI EN 300 220, BS ETSI EN 300 440, BS ETSI EN 300 328, BS ETSI EN 301 357, BS ETSI EN 301 511, BS ETSI EN 301 489 

- Home Appliances: 

  - Safety Standards: BS EN60335-1, BS EN60335-2-29, BS EN60335-XX 

  - EMC Standards: BS EN55014-1, BS EN55014-2, BS EN61000-3-2, BS EN61000-3-3 

- Medical Devices: 

  - Safety Standards: BS EN60601-1 

  - EMC Standards: BS EN55011, BS EN61000-6-2, BS EN61000-3-2, BS EN61000-3-3 

UKCA Test Items

- LVD (Low Voltage Directive) Tests: 

  Power Test, Temperature Rise Test, Dielectric Strength Test, Impact Test, Ball Pressure Test, Needle Flame Test, Power Cord Pull Test, etc. 

- EMC Tests: 

  Conducted Emissions, Power Radiation, Space Radiation, Magnetic Field Radiation, Voltage Flicker, Harmonics, Electrostatic Discharge, Surge/Lightning, Voltage Drops/Interruptions, etc. 

UKCA Required Documentation

1. Product description 

2. Product drawings and related instructions 

3. Basis for compliance with fundamental regulations 

4. Design calculations and descriptions of performed tests 

5. Test reports 

6. Product usage and installation instructions 

Note: Technical documentation must be prepared according to specific regulations and retained for at least 10 years after the product is placed on the market.

UKCA Factory Inspection

Factory inspection is not required.

Notes

1. Products bearing the UKCA marking must have a UK Declaration of Conformity (UK DoC) signed by the manufacturer or their authorized representative. 

2. If the marking size is adjusted, the proportions of the UKCA marking letters must remain consistent with the standard format. The marking must be at least 5 mm in height (unless specific regulations provide other minimum size requirements) and must be clearly visible. Starting January 1, 2025, it must be permanent and clearly visible. 

3. Transitional measures allow the UKCA marking to be placed on the product or accompanying documents until January 1, 2025. After that date, in most cases, the marking must be directly affixed to the product.

Note: Technical documentation must be prepared according to specific regulations and retained for at least 10 years after the product is placed on the market.