HEADLINE: Unsafe electrical appliances posed risks to Japanese consumers.
PSE mark (diamond or circle) on product; third-party certification for specified products; self-declaration for non-specified products
Refusal of entry; fines up to JPY 1M; criminal prosecution
Mandatory Deadline: Ongoing — required before import and sale
Affected HS Codes: 8501, 8502, 8504, 8507, 8513, 8516, 8517, 8518, 8519, 8521, 8525, 8528
Issuing Authority: Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)