When importing and selling electrical appliances, gas appliances, and consumer products from overseas, the overseas company itself is responsible as a “designated importer” under Japanese law (the Four Product Safety Laws). This blog will provide a detailed explanation of the main documents required for notification as a designated importer, along with their purpose.
How to Start an Electrical Appliance Import Business Importers of electrical appliances and materials* must notify the Regional Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry (having jurisdiction over the principal office) within 30 days of the commencement of business. They must confirm that the imported products comply with technical standards and display the PSE mark. In […]
Amended Consumer Product Safety Act(Effective 2025) ― A Simple Guide to New Regulations for Overseas E-commerce Businesses ― 1. Background of the Amendment (Why is it changing?) In recent years, cross-border online sales have surged, leading to an influx of products with unverified safety reaching Japanese consumers. Accidents involving children’s products, in particular, have occurred,