G Mark/GCC Certification
What is the G Mark?
The Gulf Conformity Mark (G Mark) is a conformity mark for products categories subjected to the Gulf Coordinating Council (GCC) technical regulations, the priority for applying G Mark is for children toys and low voltage devices exported for sale in the markets of the Gulf Standardization Organization states.
Affixing the G Mark on a product is proof that it conforms to the Gulf standards and the relevant technical regulation, and it meets the quality and safety requirements.
The countries included in the scheme are Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.
G Mark obtaining simple process:
- Submitting technical documents, including instruction manuals, safety electromagnetic compatibility tests, etc.
- The technical file gets reviewed, to decide on granting G Mark.
- Once the G Mark is obtained, the mark logo can be labeled on the products.
Labeling Conditions
- The Gulf conformity Mark should be affixed by unerase able labeling or printing on products.
- It should be affixed at the last stage of product control.
- It is prohibited to affix any other marks for a purpose of fraud or emulate the G Mark.
- It is allowed to affix other marks on the products that ensure national or international standards, as long as there is no confusion with the G Mark.
- The identification number of the notified body should be attached.