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Major Safety Standards & Safety Marks

The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and the associated International Organization for Standardization (ISO) are the principal agencies responsible for electrical safety standards. Agencies such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and Canadian Standards Association (CSA) provide certification in North America. At the same time, similar bodies in Europe are Verband der Elektrotechnik (VDE), Technischer Überwachungs-Verein (TUV), and British Standards Institution (BSI). A product meeting an IEC standard such as IEC 60950 or the newer 62368-1 standard may be identified with the standard’s number prefixed instead by UL, CSA, or EN (European Norm) to indicate the country where it is certified, e.g., UL 60950 or EN 62368-1. Standards like these with the same numbers but different prefixes are sometimes referred to as “harmonized standards”. But while the IEC continues to pursue harmonization, regional differences remain, and consequently, products intended for multiple markets will need to show all of the required certifications.

Power Cord Safety Marks

Specific information of Power Cord Safety Marks

Safety Marks
Image Plug Type Approvals Description
Americas Americas UL (Underwriters Laboratories) ul NEMA 1-15
NEMA 5-15 or L5-15
NEMA 5-20 or L5-20
NEMA 5-30 or L5-30
NEMA 6-15 or L6-15
NEMA 6-20 or L6-20
NEMA 6-30 or L6-30
NEMA 5-50
NEMA 6-50
NEMA 14-30 or L14-30
NEMA 14-50
NEMA 15-30 or L15-30
NEMA 15-50
NEMA L14-20
NEMA L15-20
NEMA L21-20
NEMA L22-20
NEMA L23-20
NEMA L18-30
NEMA L19-30
NEMA L20-30
NEMA L21-30
NEMA L22-30
NEMA L23-30
CUL
Americas Canada CSA (Canada Standards Association) csa CSA (Canada Standards Association)
Australia Australia: SAA Mark SAA
AS3112 2.5A
AS3112 10AAS3112 15A
India India: STQC BIS IS6A3 6A
IS16A3 16A
Russia Russia: GOST EAC GOST 7396 2.5A
GOST 7396 16A
Brazil Brazil: Inmetro NBR NBR6147 2.5A
NBR14136 10A
NBR14136 16A
Israel Israel: SII SI CEE7/16 2.5A
CEE7/7 16A
South Africa South Africa SABS SABS SANS 164-3 6A
SANS 164-1 16A
South Africa Saudi Arabia SASO SASO SABS 164-1, BS546
China China: CCC CCC GB1002 2.5A
GB2099 10A
GB2099 16A
Italy Italy: IMQ IMQ CEI23-16 10A
CEI23-16 16A
Switzerland Switzerland: ESTI - Federal Inspectorate For Heavy Current Installations, (formerly SEV) SEV SEV1011 10A
SEV1011 16A
Denmark Denmark: DEMKO DEMKO AFSNIT 10A
Japan Japan: JET PSE JIS8303 1-15 7A
JIS8303 5-15 15A
JIS8303 L5-20
JIS8303 L5-30
JIS8303 L6-20
JIS8303 L6-30
Europe Europe: CE CE CEE7/16 2.5A
CEE7/7 16A
Germany Germany: VDE VDE CEE7/4 16A
France France: LCIE FN CEE7/6 16A
Germany Norway NEMKO NEMKO Europe CEE7/7,CEE7/17,CEE1/7 Schuko
Germany 1 Finland FIMKO FIMKO Europe CEE7/7,CEE7/17,CEE1/7 Schuko
Israel Belgium CEBEC CEBEC Europe CEE7/7,CEE7/17,CEE1/7 Schuko
UK United Kingdo ASTA BS BS1363 13A
Argentina Argentina: IRAM S Mark IRAM2063 2.5A
IRAM2073 10A
IRAM2073 16A
Japan Taiwan BSMI bsmi CNS10917 1-15 7A
CNS10917 5-15 7A
UK Singapore PSB SPRING psb BS1363(A) UK
Korea Korea: KTL KC KSC8305 2.5A
KSC8305 10A
KSC8305 16A

United States of America UL Safety Marks

Organization: UL Listed & UL Recognized

UL Listed & UL Recognized

The UL Mark indicates that either Underwriters Laboratories or an equivalent nationally recognized testing laboratory (NRTL) has tested and determined that a product meets UL specified product safety requirements. This certification allows a manufacturer to show that their product isUL Listedusing the familiar UL logo. In addition to certifying products to their safety specifications, UL also offers an assessment process to provide certification to many of the regional safety mark schemes worldwide, including those summarized below.

Note also that Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC) is an independent product safety testing, certification, and inspection organization accredited by the Standards Council of Canada. It uses the above UL logos accompanied by the letterC.

NEMA Power Cords

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Electrical Plug Standards: Type A

USA Polarized NEMA 1-15P 2 Pin 10 Amp

USA Polarized NEMA 1-15P 2 Pin - 10 Amp

The USA Polarized NEMA 1-15 standard 2 Pin 10 amp non-grounded is the standard 2 wire wall receptacle found in the United States. Polarized has one blade flanged wider. Power cords manufactured in compliance with NEMA and IEC standards. UL and CSA approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type A

USA Non-Polarized NEMA 1-15 2 Pin 10 Amp

USA Non-Polarized NEMA 1-15 2 Pin - 10 Amp

The USA Non-Polarized NEMA 1-15 standard 2 pins 10 amp non-grounded is the standard 2 wire wall receptacle found in the United States. Power cords manufactured in compliance with NEMA and IEC standards. UL and CSA approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type B

USA Grounded NEMA 5-15 3 Pin 15 Amp

USA Grounded NEMA 5-15 3 Pin - 15 Amp

The USA Grounded NEMA 5-15 standard 3 pin 15 amp is the standard 3 wire wall receptacle found in the United States. Power cords manufactured in compliance with NEMA and IEC standards. UL and CSA approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Regional Safety Marks

In fact, we can also use the world map to more intuitively identify the power cord safety signs of each country, such as the Americas, Europe & Asia.

The maps in the following section highlight some of the more notable safety marking schemes but are not all-inclusive. In addition, in Europe, there are other marks applicable in the Nordic countries and other central and eastern European countries such as Denmark, Switzerland, Hungary, Ukraine, and Belarus. Countries including Hong Kong and India operate their safety marks in Asia.

Americas Map and Safety Marks
CSA Organization & UL Canada Listed

CSA Safety Marks – Canada

Organization: CSA & cUL Listed

The Canadian Standards Association operates the CSA marking scheme alongside UL certification to identify products acceptable in either Canada (C suffix letter) and the USA (US suffix).

cUL Listed Power Cords

Canada Non-Polarized NEMA 1-15 2 Pin - 10 Amp

The Canada Non-Polarized NEMA 1-15 standard 2 pin 10 amp non-grounded is the standard 2 wire wall receptacle found in the United States. Power cords manufactured in compliance with NEMA and IEC standards. cUL and CSA approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type A

Canada Non-Polarized NEMA 1-15 2 Pin 10 Amp

Canada Grounded NEMA 5-15 3 Pin - 15 Amp

Canada Grounded NEMA 5-15 standard 3 pin 15 amp is the standard 3 wire wall receptacle found in the United States. Power cords manufactured in compliance with NEMA and IEC standards. cUL and CSA approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type B

Canada Grounded NEMA 5-15 3 Pin 15 Amp
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NOM Safety Marks – Mexico

Organization: NOM-ANCE

The NOM Mark identifies compliance with Mexico’s “Normas Oficiales Mexicanas” (NOM) safety standards for household electrical appliances, IT, AV, and similar equipment. ANCE is an independent body authorized to grant NOM approval in electric and gas products.

NEMA 5-15 Power Cords

Mexico Non-Polarized NEMA 1-15 2 Pin - 10 Amp

The Mexico Non-Polarized NEMA 1-15 standard 2 pin 10 amp non-grounded is the standard 2 wire wall receptacle found in the United States. Cords are manufactured in compliance with NEMA and IEC standards.NOM-ANCE approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type A

Mexico Non-Polarized NEMA 1-15 2 Pin 10 Amp

Mexico Grounded NEMA 5-15 3 Pin - 15 Amp

Mexico Grounded NEMA 5-15 standard 3 pin 15 amp is the standard 3 wire wall receptacle found in the United States. Cords are manufactured in compliance with NEMA and IEC standards. NOM-ANCE approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type B

Mexico Grounded NEMA 5-15 3 Pin 15 Amp
INMETRO & CSA

INMETRO Safety Marks – Brazil

Organization: INMETRO & CSA

Certification of certain product groups, such as medical electrical equipment, ballasts, and equipment used in hazardous locations, is mandatory in Brazil, with accreditation indicated by the INMETRO Mark. The INMETRO Mark may also be used voluntarily to indicate safety standards compliance for products that are not mandated, e.g., IT, audio/visual equipment, and home appliances.

Brazil Power Cords

Brazil NBR 6147 2 Prong - 10 Amp

The Brazil NBR 6147 standard 2 prong 10 amp non-grounded standard is new. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Brazilian NBR 6147 standards. INMETRO and CSA agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type C

Brazil NBR 6147 2 Prong 10 Amp

Brazil NBR 14136 3 Prong - 10 Amp

The Brazil NBR 14136 standard 3 prong 10 amp standard is new. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Brazilian NBR 14136 standards. INMETRO and CSA agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type N

Brazil NBR 14136 3 Prong 10 Amp

Brazil NBR 14136 3 Prong - 16 Amp

The Brazil NBR 14136 standard 3 prong 16 amp standard is new. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Brazilian NBR 14136 standards. INMETRO and CSA agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type N

Brazil NBR 14136 3 Prong 16 Amp
IRAM Organization & UL Argentina Listed

IRAM S Safety Mark – Argentina

Organization: IRAM S Mark or UL Argentina

Product certification to IEC-based standards is mandatory in Argentina under the auspices of its standards body IRAM with conformance indicated by the S Mark.

Argentina Power Cords

Argentina IRAM 2063 - 2.5 Amp

The Argentina IRAM 2063 standard is physically the same as Australia AS 3112 but the line blades are not insulated. Electrical cords are manufactured in compliance with IRAM standards. UL Argentina agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type I

Argentina IRAM 2063 2.5 Amp

Argentina IRAM 2073 - 10 Amp

The Argentina IRAM 2073 standard 10 amp is physically the same as the China GB2099. Electrical cords are manufactured in compliance with IRAM standards. UL Argentina agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type I

Argentina IRAM 2073 10 Amp

CE Safety Marks

What is a CE marking? A CE marking is a European marking of conformity that indicates that a product complies with the essential requirements of the applicable European laws or directives for safety, health, environment, and consumer protection. Generally, this conformity to the applicable directives is done through self-declaration. The CE marking is required on products in the European Economic Area (EEA) countries to facilitate trade between the member countries. The manufacturer or authorized representative established in the EEA is responsible for affixing the CE marking to his product. The CE marking provides a means for a manufacturer to demonstrate that his product complies with a standard set of laws required by all of the countries in the EEA to allow free movement of trade within the EEA countries.

Europe Map and Safety Marks

Unlike the UL Safety Mark, the CE Safety Mark:

  • It is not a safety certification mark.
  • It is generally based on self-declaration rather than third party certification.
  • Does not demonstrate compliance to North American safety standards or installation codes

A product that bears a CE marking may also reach a certification mark such as UL’s listing mark. However, the CE marking and the UL mark have no association. The UL Mark indicates compliance with the applicable safety requirements in North America and is evidence of UL certification, which is accepted by Model North American Installation Codes such as the National Electrical Code and the Canadian Electrical Code.

The CE marking on products is not a certification mark. AHJs should continue to look for the UL mark on products to determine if a product complies with applicable safety requirements for North America.

[Information courtesy of Underwriters Laboratories]

ENEC Organization

Safety Marks - Europe

Organization: ENEC

The ENEC Safety Marks is simply the mark used to denote compliance with the European Norm (EN) standards for all electrical product sectors, as tested by approved independent testing laboratories worldwide.

Europe Power Cords

Europe CEE7/16 2 Prong - 2.5 Amp

The Europe CEE7/16 standard 2 prong 2.5 amp is the standard 2 electrical wire plug for non-grounded applications in most areas of continental Europe. Power cables manufactured in compliance with European CEE7/16 standards, and ENEC agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type C

Europe CEE7/16 2 Prong 2.5 Amp

Europe CEE7/7 Schuko 3 Prong - 16 Amp

The Europe CEE7/7 standard 3 prong 16 amp plug has both the side grounding clips of the Germany CEE7/4 receptacle and a female contact to accept the grounding pin of the France CEE7/5 receptacle. Power cables manufactured in compliance with European CEE7/7 standards. ENEC agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type E/F

Europe CEE7/7 Schuko 3 Prong 16 Amp
NEMKO Organization

Nemko Mark - Norway

Organization: NEMKO

Nemko is an organization similar to TUV or UL that offers product safety testing and certification to worldwide standards. Its direct services cover IT/AV, household, and telecoms products but extend to other sectors such as medical equipment and the oil and gas industry. The mark itself signifies that Nemko has tested or certified the product according to national standards in Norway.

Type F Plug Power Cords

Norway Schuko CEE7/4 2 Prong - 16 Amp

The Norway Schuko CEE7/4 standard 2 prong 16 amp has side grounding clips. Power cables manufactured in compliance with European CEE7/4 standards. NEMKO agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type F

Norway Schuko CEE7/4 2 Prong 16 Amp
EAC Organization

EAC Safety Mark – Russia

Organization: EAC

The Eurasian Conformity (EAC) mark has replaced the previous GOST-R and PCT national certification standards and marks. This mark is used to indicate products that meet all of the technical requirements of the Eurasian Customs Union.

Type C Plug Power Cords

Russia GOST 7396 3 Prong - 16 Amp

The Russia GOST 7396 standard 3 prong 16 amp contacts 4.0mm as opposed to the 4.8mm contacts of other European plugs and receptacles. As such, a Russia GOST 7396 receptacle may not accept the larger contacts found on Europe CEE7/4, CEE7/7, and CEE7/16 plugs. Power cables manufactured in compliance with Russian GOST 7396 standards. EAC agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type C

Russia GOST 7396 3 Prong 16 Amp
VDE Organization

GS, DIN, and VDE Safety Marks – Germany/EU

Organization: TUV, VDE

Germany’s TUV standards agency operates the GS Mark (Geprüfte Sicherheit = tested safety) to show conformity with German’s Equipment and Product Safety Act (GPSG = Geräte- und Produktisicherheitgesetz). The GS Mark assures commercial buyers and consumers the product has been tested by an authorized institution such as TUV Rheinland. The DIN Mark is another marking scheme operated by TUV Rheinland certifying component compliance with DIN, EN, IEC, and ISO product safety standards.

The VDE Testing and Certification Institute is another German-based independent testing organization for electrical and electronic products. The VDE Mark indicates conformity with the VDE standards, European or internationally harmonized standards, and confirms compliance with protective requirements of the applicable EC Directive(s).

Type F Plug Power Cords

Germany Schuko CEE7/4 2 Prong- 16 Amp

Germany and Spain use the Schuko CEE7/4 standard 2 prong 16 amp, which has side grounding clips. Power cables manufactured in compliance with European CEE7/4 standards. VDE agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type F

Germany Schuko CEE7/4 2 Prong 16 Amp
ASTA Organization

BSI Kitemark - U.K.

Organization: ASTA

The British Standards Institution (BSI) was the world’s first national standards body and continues to be a leading global standards maker. BSI is also the U.K.’s National Standards Body, representing U.K. interests worldwide. The BSI Kitemark is a voluntary certification mark, globally recognized as a symbol of trust, that shows a product or service meets applicable and appropriate British, European, International, and other standards for quality, safety, performance, and trust.

Type G Plug/U.K. Power Cords

UK BS1363 3 Pin - 13 Amp

The UK BS1363 standard 3 pin 13 amp typically has a 13 amp fused plug and is used throughout the United Kingdom. The BS1363 replaced the old British BS 546 standard, which is no longer used in the U.K. but is still widely used in India and South Africa. Power cables manufactured in compliance with UK BS 1363 standards. ASTA agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type G

British BS1363 3 Pin 13 Amp

Safety Marking Schemes

Understanding the complexities and subtle differences between various standards and marking schemes can be daunting. This application note aims to identify the major standards that relate to power supply cord safety, the agencies that administer them and/or provide certification, and the marking schemes that can be used to show compliance.

AsiaPac Map and Marks
JET Organization

DENAN PSE Safety Marks – Japan

Organization: JET

The PSE Mark is used to comply with Japan’s Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law (DENAN) as applied to various classes of products and equipment.

Japan Power Cords

Japan JIS C 8303 Class I 3 Prong - 15 Amp

The Japan JIS C 8303 class I standard 3 prong 15 amp grounded appears to be physically identical to the NEMA 5-15 found in North America. In many cases, a North American plug will mate with Japan receptacles without an adapter. However, the Japan standard holds tighter dimensional measurements than North America, which means that North American plugs will not quite fit into Japan receptacles in some cases. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Japanese JIS C 8303 standards and PSE agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type B

Japan JIS C 8303 Class Class I 3 Prong 15 Amp

Japan JIS C 8303 Class II 2 Prong - 15 Amp

The Japan JIS C 8303 class II standard 2 prong 15 amp non-grounded appears to be physically identical to the NEMA 1-15 found in North America. In many cases, a North American plug will mate with Japan receptacles without an adapter. However, the Japan standard holds to tighter dimensional standards than North America, which means that North American plugs will not quite fit into Japan receptacles in some cases. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Japanese JIS C 8303 standards. PSE agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type A

Japan JIS C 8303 Class II 2 Prong 15 Amp
KTL Organization

KC Mark – Korea

Organization: KTL

Korea’s KC Mark is administered by its Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) to show compliance for mandated products with the Electrical Appliances and Materials Safety Control Law. It replaced the original EK mark.

Korea Power Cords

Korea KS C 8305 2 Prong - 2.5 amp

The Korea KS C 8305 standard 2 prong 2.5 amp non-grounded is physically the same as the Europe CEE7/16. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Korean KS C 8305 standards and KTL agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type C

Korea KS C 8305 2 Prong 2.5 Amp

Korea KS C 8305 3 Prong - 16 Amp

The Korea KS C 8305 standard 3 prong 16 amp is physically the same as the Europe CEE7/7. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Korean KS C 8305 standards and KTL agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type F

Korea KS C 8305 3 Prong 16 Amp
BSMI Organization

BSMI Mark – Taiwan

Organization: BSMI

The BSMI (Bureau of Standards, Metrology, and Inspection) Certification is the approval scheme for Taiwan’s ITE and audio/ video products.

Type A/B Plug Power Cords

Taiwan CNS10917 2 Prong - 15 Amp

The Taiwan CNS10917 standard 2 prong 15 amp non-grounded appears to be physically identical to the NEMA 1-15 found in North America. In many cases, a North American plug will mate with Taiwanese receptacles without an adapter. However, the Taiwanese standard holds to tighter dimensional standards than North America. This means that North American plugs will not quite fit into Taiwanese receptacles in some cases. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Taiwanese CNS 10917 standards. BSMI agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type A

Taiwan CNS10917 2 Prong 15 Amp

Taiwan CNS10917 3 Prong - 15 Amp

The Taiwan CNS10917 standard 3 prong 15 amp grounded appears to be physically identical to the NEMA 5-15 found in North America. In many cases, a North American plug will mate with Taiwanese receptacles without an adapter. However, the Taiwanese standard holds tighter dimensional measurements than North America. This means that North American plugs will not quite fit into Taiwanese receptacles in some cases. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Taiwanese CNS 10917 standards. BSMI agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type B

Taiwan CNS10917 3 Prong 15 Amp
CCC Organization

CCC Safety Marks – China

Organization: CCC

The CCC (China Compulsory Certificate) Mark indicates compliance with Chinese laws and regulations and, as its name implies, is compulsory for any product used for commercial purposes in China.

China Power Cords

China GB1002 and GB2099 2 Pin - 15 Amp

The China GB1002 and GB2099 standard 2 pin 15 amp non-grounded appear to be physically identical to the NEMA 1-15 found in North America. In many cases, a North American plug will mate with China receptacles without an adapter. However, the China standard holds tighter dimensional measurements than North America, meaning North American plugs will not quite fit into China receptacles in some cases. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Chinese GB 2099 standards. CCC agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type A

China GB1002 and GB2099 2 Pin 15 Amp

China GB2099 3 Pin - 10 Amp

The China GB2099 standard 3 pin 10 amp is physically the same as the Argentina IRAM 2073. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Chinese GB 2099 standards and CCC agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type I

China GB2099 3 Pin 10 Amp

China GB2099 3 Pin - 16 Amp

The China GB2099 standard 3 pin 16 amp version has a broader grounding blade and may not be inserted in a 10 Amp receptacle. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Chinese GB 2099 standards and CCC agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type I

China GB2099 3 Pin 16 Amp
PSB SPRING Organization

PSB ‘SAFETY’ Mark – Singapore

Organization: PSB SPRING

Singapore’s safety authority, the Productivity and Standards Board (PSB), requires all controlled goods to be individually marked with the SAFETY Mark.

Type G Plug Power Cords

Singapore SS 145 3 Pin- 13 Amp

The Singapore SS 145 standard 3 pin 13 amp typically has a 13 amp fused plug and is used throughout the United Kingdom. The BS 1363A replaced the old Singapore BS 546 standard, which is no longer used in the U.K. but is still widely used in India and South Africa. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Singapore SS145/a standards. PSB agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Power Plug Standards: Type G

Singapore SS 145 3 Pin 13 Amp
SAA Organization

RCM Tick Safety Marks– Australia

Organization: SAA Mark

Australia has a national standards body, Standards Australia, covering many different industry sectors including Electrotechnology and Energy, which embraces electrical/electronic equipment and appliances with relevant standards for safety. Australia’s Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM) now consolidates the previously separate C-Tick, A-Tick, and RCM mark, effective from March 2013.

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Australia AS/NZS 3112 2 Pin - 2.5 Amp

The Australia and New Zealand AS/NZS 3112 standard 2 pin 2.5 amp non-ground are physically the same as the Argentina IRAM 2073 but the line blades are insulated. Power cords are manufactured in compliance with Australian AS 3112 standards. SAA agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type I

Australia AS/NZS 3112 2 Pin 2.5 Amp

Australia AS/NZS 3112 3 Pin - 10 Amp

The Australia and New Zealand AS/NZS 3112 standard 3 pin 10 amp are physically the same as the Argentina IRAM 2073 and the China GB2099 but the line blades are insulated. Power cords are manufactured in compliance with Australian AS 3112 standards. SAA agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type I

Australia AS/NZS 3112 3 Pin 10 Amp

Australia AS/NZS 3112 3 Pin - 15 Amp

The Australia and New Zealand AS/NZS 3112 standard 3 pin 15 amp version has a wider grounding blade and may not be inserted in a 10 Amp receptacle. Power cords are manufactured in compliance with Australian AS 3112 standards. SAA agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Except the above section highlights some of the more notable safety marking schemes, the following are other remaining International power cords approvals & regulations.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type I

Australia AS/NZS 3112 3 Pin 15 Amp
OVE Organization

Austria Power Cords

Organization: OVE

Austria Schuko CEE7/4 2 Prong - 16 Amp

The Austria Schuko CEE7/4 standard 2 prong 16 amp which has side grounding clips. Power cables manufactured in compliance with European CEE7/4 standards. OVE agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page. IEC Type F

Electrical Plug Standards: Type F

Schuko CEE7/4 16 Amp
CEBEC Organization

Type E Plug Power Cords

Organization: CEBEC

Belgium Schuko CEE7/6 3 Prong - 16 Amp

The Belgium Schuko CEE7/5 standard 3 Prong wall receptacle has a round male pin for grounding. Power cables manufactured in compliance with European CEE7/6 standards and CEBEC agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type E

Belgium Schuko CEE7/6 3 Prong 16 Amp
DEMKO Organization

Type K Plug Power Cords

Organization: DEMKO

Denmark AFSNIT 107-2-D1 3 Prong - 13 Amp

The Denmark AFSNIT 107-2-D1 standard 3 prong 13 amp is also referred to as SRAF 1962/DB 16/87. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Denmark AFSNIT 107-2-D1 standards. DEMKO agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type K

Denmark AFSNIT 107-2-D1 3 Prong 13 Amp
FIMKO Organization

Type F Plug Power Cables

Organization: FIMKO

Finland Schuko CEE7/4 2 Prong - 16 Amp

The Finland Schuko CEE7/4 standard 2 prong 16 amp has side grounding clips. Power cables manufactured in compliance with European CEE7/4 standards. FIMKO agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type F

Finland Schuko CEE7/4 2 Prong 16 Amp
LCIE Organization

Type E Plug Power Cables

Organization: LCIE

France Schuko CEE7/6 3 Prong -16 Amp

France and Belgium use the Schuko CEE7/5 standard 3 Prong wall receptacle, which has a round male pin for grounding. Power cables manufactured in compliance with European CEE7/6 standards. LCIE agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type F

France Schuko CEE7/5 3 Prong 16 Amp
IMQ Organization

Italy Power Cords

Organization: IMQ

Italy CEI 23-50 3 Prong - 10 Amp

The Italy CEI 23-50 standard 3 prong 10 amp uses the center pin for grounding. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Italian CEI 23-50 standards. IMQ agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type L

Italy CEI 23-50 3 Prong 10 Amp

Italy CEI 23-50 3 Prong - 16 Amp

The Italy CEI 23-50 standard 3 prong 16 amp version has wider line blades and may not be inserted in a 10 Amp receptacle. CEI agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type L

Italy CEI 23-50 3 Prong 16 Amp
SEMKO Organization

Type F Power Cables

Organization: SEMKO

Sweden Schuko CEE7/4 2 Prong - 16 Amp

The Sweden Schuko CEE7/4 standard 2 prong 16 amp has side grounding clips. Power cables manufactured in compliance with European CEE7/4 standards. SEMKO agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type F

Sweden Schuko CEE7/4 2 Prong 16 Amp
ESTI (formerly SEV) Organization

Swiss Power Cords

Organization: ESTI (SEV)

Switzerland SEV 1011 3 Prong - 10 Amp

The Switzerland SEV 1011 standard 3 prong 10 amp will also accept the Europlug CEE7/16. However, the connection will be non-grounded. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Swiss SEV 1011 standards. ESTI agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type J

Switzerland SEV 1011 3 Prong 10 Amp

Switzerland SEV 1011 3 Prong - 16 Amp

Switzerland SEV 1011 standard 3 prong 16 amp version has a broader line blade and may not be inserted in a 10 Amp receptacle. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Swiss SEV 1011 standards. ESTI agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type J

Switzerland SEV 1011 3 Prong 16 Amp
KEMA Organization

European Power Cords

Organization: KEMA

Netherlands Schuko CEE7/4 2 Prong - 16 Amp

The Netherlands Schuko CEE7/4 standard 2 prong 16 amp has side grounding clips. Power cords manufactured in compliance with European CEE7/4 standards. KEMA agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type F

Netherlands Schuko CEE7/4 2 Prong 16 Amp
SII Organization

Israel Power Cords

Organization: SII

Israel SI-32 2 Prong - 2.5 Amp

The Israel SI-32 standard 2 prong 2.5 amp is physically the same as the Europlug. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Israeli SI32 standards and SII agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type C

Israel SI-32 2 Prong 2.5 Amp

Israel SI-32 3 Prong - 16 Amp

The Israel SI-32 standard 3 prong 16 amp uses the center prong as the ground. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Israeli SI32 standards and SII agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type H

Israel SI-32 3 Prong 16 Amp
SABS Organization

India Power Cords

Organization: BIS

India IA6A3 3 Prong - 6 Amp (Small)

The India IS694 and IA6A3 standard 3 prong 6 amp (IS1293 and BS546) replaced Old British standard BS 546 6amp. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Indian IA16A3 standards, aka Old English BS546. BIS agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type D

South Africa SANS 164-3 (aka BS546) 3 Prong 6 Amp

India IA16A3 3 Prong - 16 Amp (Large)

The India IS694 and IA16A3 standard (aka IS1293 and BS546) 3 prong 16 amp is the same as the South Africa SANS 164-1. Power cords manufactured in compliance with Indian IA16A3 standards, aka Old English BS546. BIS agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type M

South Africa SANS 164-1 (aka BS546) 3 Prong 16 Amp
SABS Organization

South Africa Power Cords

Organization: SABS

South Africa SANS 164-3 (aka BS546) 3 Prong - 6 Amp (Small)

The South Africa SANS 164-3 (BS546) standard 3 prong 6 amp replaced Old British standard BS 546 6amp. Power cords manufactured in compliance with South African SABS 164-3 standards, Old English BS546. SABS agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type D

South Africa SANS 164-3 (aka BS546) 3 Prong 6 Amp

South Africa SANS 164-1 (aka BS546) 3 Prong - 16 Amp (Large)

The South Africa SANS 164-1 (aka BS546) standard 3 prong 16 amp is the same as India IS 1293 IA16A3. Power cords manufactured in compliance with South African SABS 164-1 standard Old English BS546. SABS agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type M

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SASO Organization

Type G Plug Power Cables

Organization: SASO

Saudi Arabia SASO 2203 3 Pin - 13 Amp

The Saudi Arabia SASO 2203 standard 3 pin 13 amp typically has a 13 amp fused plug throughout the United Kingdom. The BS 1363A replaced the old Saudi Arabia BS 546 standard, which is no longer used in the U.K. but is still widely used in India and South Africa. Power Cables manufactured in compliance with Saudi SASO 2203 standards. ASTA agency approvals and certifications are available on the product specification page.

Electrical Plug Standards: Type G

Saudi Arabia SASO 2203 3 Pin 13 Amp

SUMMARY

Despite efforts within Europe, North America, and elsewhere to bring about harmonization of safety standards for electrical equipment, including power cords, there are still many different regulations, testing, and certification procedures that may need to be taken into account to meet legislative requirements in the various territories where such equipment will be sold. Understanding all of these is a challenge. This application notes that the article presents a reasonably comprehensive overview of the various standards, agencies, and safety marks as a definitive guide for power cords.

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