Certificate of Approval (COA)
Overview
In order to enhance services to customers, Energy Commission (ST) has developed an online system for application of Certificate of Approval (COA) for the importation and manufacture of household electrical equipment. Effective 1st October 2010, all applications were done through online via e-Permit system operated by Dagang Net Technologies Sdn. Bhd. (Dagang Net).
To import household electrical equipment, applicants or their local agents need to register with Dagang Net. Once registered, applicants can proceed to apply electronically. ST will issue Certificate of Approval (COA) if applications are in order (test report and all required documents submitted and fees paid to ST).
Applications Procedure
These procedures outline the steps to obtain a Certificate of Approval (COA) from the Energy Commission for electrical equipment — covering new import or manufacture applications, renewals, and temporary exhibition approvals. All applications are submitted online via the e-Permit system, and applicants must hold a valid Certificate of Registration (COR) prior to applying.