United States: Summary of TCBC workshop presentations by FCC (Fall 2024)
At Entirety, we’re committed to keeping our customers informed and prepared for the latest developments in product regulatory compliance. Our team recently attended the TCBC Fall 2024 Workshop, where we gained valuable insights into the evolving regulatory landscape. In this publication, we’ll share key takeaways from the workshop and explain how they directly benefit our […]
Singapore: IMDA opens public consultation on Cellular Mobile Terminal Technical Standards
Singapore’s Info-communications Media Development Authority (IMDA) has released updates to its technical specifications for Cellular Mobile Terminals (CMT), effective in 2024. The key changes include updates to RF EMF safety standards, requiring compliance with IEC/EN 62209-1528 from October 2025. Additionally, CMT manufacturers must include Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) or power density information in user manuals. […]
Vietnam: MIC announces consultation on draft technical regulation on SAR for hand-held and body-worn wireless communication devices (QCVN 134:2024/BTTTT)
On July 08, 2024, MIC conducted a consultation on the draft technical regulation on SAR for hand-held and body-worn wireless communication devices (QCVN 134:2024/BTTTT) QCVN 134:2024/BTTTT will apply to radio equipment having a power greater than 20 mW and operated within a distance of less than 200mm from the body (HS code 8517.11.00, 8517.13.00, 8517.14.00, […]
Vietnam: MIC announces consultation on draft technical regulation on SAR for mobile phones (QCVN 134:2024/BTTTT)
On April 25, 2024, the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) conducted a consultation on the draft technical regulation on SAR for mobile phones (QCVN 134:2024/BTTTT) QCVN 134:2024/BTTTT will apply to imported and domestically produced mobile phones (HS code 8517.13.00, 8517.14.00), these devices are listed in Circular 02/2024/TT-BTTTT list of products that must be TA […]
Indonesia: SDPPI Announces the official implementation of SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) for Mobile Telecommunication devices.
On March 21st, 2024 SDPPI announced the official implementation of SAR limits for Mobile Telecommunication devices in accordance with Decree Number 177 of 2024. With this new regulation, local testing becomes a requirement for telecommunications devices and tablet computers used in Indonesia. SAR will be applicable for devices that are used at a distance of […]
Indonesia – Soliciting Input regarding the Enforcement of Obligations for SAR Testing of Telecommunications Equipment as a Certification Requirement
The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology in Indonesia, through the Directorate General of Resources and Equipment of Post and Information Technology (SDPPI), is seeking input on the enforcement of Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) testing as a certification requirement for certain telecommunications equipment used in the country. SAR measures the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed […]
SOUTH KOREA: Update in technical references for radio standards and EMC, EMF and SAR guidelines
Early January 2023, the Radio Research Agency from South Korea (RRA) published an updated version of key standards in the Radio Conformity Assessment area: KS X 3123:2022 replacing the corresponding 2020 version, intended to include test methods and references for Wi-Fi 6E devices. KS X 3270:2022 and KS X 3271:2022 replacing the corresponding 2020 versions, […]
MEXICO: New IFT Technical Disposition for SAR (DT-012) Enters into Force in February 26th (Reminder)
As previously issued by IFT, the new Technical Disposition for SAR requirements, or DT-012 as it is known, issued on February 26th of 2020, enters into force after one year, meaning now on February 26th of 2021. From this date, the Laboratories in Mexico shall request their Accreditation and as soon as they are approved, […]
MEXICO: IFT Publishes Technical Requirement IFT-012-2019 Regarding SAR Limits
On February 26th, IFT has published in the Official Gazette the Technical Disposition IFT-012-2019: Technical specifications for compliance on the maximum limits of non-ionizing radioelectric emissions of products, equipment or devices intended for telecommunications that may be connected to a telecommunications network and / or make use of the radio spectrum. Specific Absorption Index (SAR). The […]
CANADA: Reminder About The New Revisions In The SAR Regulation- RSS-102
This is a reminder that all devices currently certified that are manufactured, imported, or sold in Canada, have a deadline of 180 days to be in compliance with the revised Radio Standards Specification 102, Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Compliance of Radio Communication Apparatus (All Frequency Bands), which set out the requirements and measurement techniques used to evaluate […]