Japan MIC, JATE, PSE and VCCI

Japan MIC, JATE, PSE and VCCI

Introduction to MIC

MIC is a Japanese government agency that controls radio frequency equipment. The production, sale, and operation of wireless equipment in Japan must comply with technical regulations approved by the Japanese Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC). Alpha has established an MOU in cooperation with Japan's RFT, Germany's EMCC, and Japan's EMCC. Companies entering the Japanese market provide convenient services.

Introduction to JATE

JATE (Japan Approvals Institute for Telecommunications Equipment) certification is telecommunications equipment compliance certification. This certification is for Japanese communication equipment. In addition, all wireless products connected to public telephone or telecommunications networks must apply for JATE certification.

Introduction to PSE

According to Japan’s Electrical Product Safety Act (DENAN), 457 products must pass PSE certification before entering the Japanese market. Among them, 116 Category A products are specific electrical appliances and materials and must obtain certification and affix the PSE (diamond) mark on the products. 341 Category B products are non-specific electrical appliances and materials and must make self-declarations or apply for third-party certification. Certification, and mark the PSE (round) mark on the product.

Alpha Electronics and Electrical Laboratory can provide PSE round testing and certification and PSE diamond certification agency services respectively.

Introduction to VCCI

VCCI is Japan's electromagnetic compatibility certification mark. It is managed by Japan's Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Ination Technology Equipment and evaluates whether information technology products comply with VCCI requirements based on VCCI V-3.

VCCI is a non-compulsory certification, but information technology products sold in Japan are generally required to undergo VCCI certification. Manufacturers should first apply to become a member of VCCI before they can use the VCCI mark. In order to obtain VCCI recognition, the EMI test report provided must be issued by a VCCI registered and accredited testing agency.

Basic Information

	MIC	JATE	PSE	VCCI
Authentication type	Mandatory	Mandatory	Mandatory	Voluntariness
Technical information	N/A	N/A	100V/22V,50/60Hz	N/A
Certification mark
Factory inspection	None , but required ISO certificate or recognized quality control document	None	Rhombus certificate must pass the first pass First factory inspection	None
Certificate validity period	None	None	PSE Rhombus Shape Certificate Book Limited The period is from 3 to 7 years. The PSE circular certificate has no validity period	None