Power adapters and mobile chargers are mains-connected products, so electrical safety, EMC and (in several markets) energy-efficiency rules all apply. Great Britain has its own UKCA regime but continues to recognise CE marking for most products, while the PSTI Act adds mandatory security rules for connected consumer devices.
To import and sell power adapters and chargers in the UK you will typically need:
Each row links to our detailed guide for that scheme. “Conditional” means it depends on the model’s features, packaging or sales channel – we confirm this in the free applicability check.
| Certification | Why it applies to power adapters and chargers | Authority | Mark | Typical timeline | Local representative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 Mandatory |
Mains-powered adapters fall under the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations, and plug-in types must meet UK plug rules. | OPSS / UK Approved Bodies | UKCA or CE | 3–6 weeks | Depends |
| UKCA Marking Mandatory |
The product needs a UK Declaration of Conformity and the UKCA mark, or CE where the UK continues to recognise it. | UK Approved Bodies / OPSS | UKCA | 3–8 weeks | Depends – UK importer details must appear on the product |
Exact standards and editions depend on the model and the scheme; we confirm the test plan before any sample is shipped.
Yes. Mains-powered adapters fall under the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations, and plug-in types must meet UK plug rules. GB equivalent of the EU LVD for 50–1000 V AC equipment. Plugs and sockets have separate UK plug-and-socket safety rules.
The core requirements are UK Electrical Safety, UKCA. The table above explains why each one applies.
The UK importer's name and address must appear on the product, packaging or documents. A non-UK manufacturer can also appoint a UK authorised representative to hold the technical documentation. By scheme – UK Electrical Safety: Depends; UKCA: Depends – UK importer details must appear on the product.
Typical timelines by scheme: UK Electrical Safety: 3–6 weeks; UKCA: 3–8 weeks. Schemes can run in parallel once samples and documents are ready. Send us your model details for a realistic plan.
Yes. Test reports to the EN standards used for CE marking are normally accepted for UKCA too, and CE-marked products can in most cases be placed on the GB market as they are. PSTI needs its own statement of compliance.
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