C-tick (Australia)

C-tick is the electromagnetic compatibility part of Australia, which is controlled by the Australian Communication Association (ACA - Australia Community Association). At present, only the interference part is controlled, and the products within the control range are enforced from January 1, 1999.

Electrical safety requirements

In Australia, electrical safety compliance assessment is the responsibility of local governments. Each competent authority uniformly adopts the approvals scheme of the electrical safety act 1945. This framework divides electrical products into "declared" and "non declared".

The announced products must comply with relevant Australian safety standards and obtain the approval certificate from the state competent authority.

Non declared electrical and electronic equipment can be sold directly without certification. However, retailers, manufacturers and importers must ensure the safety of such electrical equipment.

EMC requirements

Australia's requirements for EMC adopt the self declaration method of EMC architecture (1992 radio communication act). The electrical products regulated in this architecture must comply with Australian standards and be approved by the Australian Communications Authority before using the c-tick mark.

If the product meets the requirements of electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility at the same time, it can also apply for regulatory compliance mark (RCM).

Any product with Australian safety mark is recognized in New Zealand.