November 2025 Regulatory Newsletter: China, Mexico, Brazil, Egypt & 8 More Countries
This Month at a Glance:
- China issued three updates covering CCC certification for electric bicycles, new testing instrument standards, and revocations following market supervision spot checks
- Mexico saw parallel moves on mutual recognition with the US for telecom equipment and a new draft LED lamp efficiency standard
- Brazil, India, Australia, and others each published significant spectrum, licensing, and disposal framework updates
Country Updates
Egypt: New Standard for Electrical Appliance Safety Now in Effect
November 24, 2025
Egypt has formally adopted Ministerial Decree No. 246/2025, enforcing the updated Egyptian Standard ES 1781 on safety requirements for household and similar electrical appliances. Aligned with international benchmarks, the revised standard entered into force immediately upon gazette publication and directly affects manufacturers seeking Egyptian market access for consumer electrical products.
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China: Certification Revocations Follow Market Supervision Spot Checks
November 24, 2025
China’s SAMR has released second-phase results of its market inspection targeting the validity of mandatory CCC product certifications. The checks, designed to ensure manufacturers uphold their certification obligations, resulted in revocations for non-compliant certificate holders, signaling heightened enforcement of compulsory product certification requirements.
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Argentina: New Satellite Spectrum Allocation in 17.3-17.7 GHz Band
November 24, 2025
ENACOM has issued Resolution 1261/2025, assigning the 17.3-17.7 GHz frequency band to the Fixed Satellite Service (FSS) for space-to-Earth transmissions on a primary basis. The allocation has been incorporated into Argentina’s national Frequency Allocation Table (CABFRA), formally recognizing this spectrum for satellite operators and manufacturers of equipment targeting the Argentine market.
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Thailand: NBTC Calls for Registration of Wireless Network Video Recorders
November 20, 2025
Thailand’s NBTC has issued a formal request for manufacturers, importers, and operators to register wireless network video recorders (Wireless NVRs) operating on Radio Local Area Networks. The move aims to prevent interference with 2600 MHz mobile networks, and unregistered devices may face enforcement action, making registration a compliance priority for IoT and surveillance equipment manufacturers.
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Mexico: Draft Standard for LED Tubular Lamp Efficiency
November 20, 2025
Mexico’s CONUEE has released Draft Official Mexican Standard PROY-NOM-034-ENER-2025 for public consultation, establishing mandatory performance, testing, and labeling requirements for LED tubular lamps used in general lighting. Manufacturers supplying the Mexican lighting market should monitor the consultation outcome closely, as this will become mandatory once finalized.
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China: CCC Certification for Electric Bicycles Undergoes Strict Transition
November 12, 2025
China’s CNCA has issued Announcement No. 25 of 2025, outlining strict transition measures for CCC certification of electric bicycles in line with updated national safety standards. Manufacturers must align to the new standards within the specified deadline, and certificates issued under the old standards will no longer be valid, making timely recertification critical for e-bike suppliers targeting China.
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Australia: ACMA Considers AFC for 6 GHz Wi-Fi
November 12, 2025
Australia’s ACMA is exploring Automatic Frequency Coordination (AFC) systems to authorize standard-power, outdoor Wi-Fi operations in the 5925-6585 MHz range. This would significantly expand 6 GHz Wi-Fi deployment possibilities beyond current low-power indoor restrictions, creating new opportunities for Wi-Fi 6E device manufacturers targeting the Australian market.
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China: New Standards Issued for Domestically Produced Testing Instruments
November 12, 2025
China’s CNCA has released Announcement No. 26 of 2025, introducing seven new industry standards governing the validation and evaluation of domestically produced testing instruments and equipment. All seven standards took effect December 1, 2025, and are part of China’s broader push to formalize the calibration and conformity process for testing infrastructure used in product certification.
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Mexico: Mutual Recognition Agreement for Telecom Equipment Updated
November 6, 2025
Mexico has published an update to its Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) with the United States for telecommunications equipment, enabling both countries to accept each other’s test reports and streamlining cross-border certification. The update reflects Mexico’s continued alignment with the USMCA framework and reduces duplicative testing for manufacturers seeking approval in both markets.
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India: New Disposal Guidelines Issued for Wireless Equipment
November 3, 2025
India’s DoT has issued national guidelines governing the use, retention, and disposal of wireless equipment acquired under Wireless Operating Licenses, effective October 15, 2025. The guidelines establish a structured approach for handling equipment when a license is cancelled, expired, or terminated, creating compliance obligations for operators and manufacturers managing licensed wireless devices in India.
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Moldova: Competitive Licensing Framework Set for Major Radio Frequency Bands
November 3, 2025
Moldova’s ANRCETI has formally established a Competition Commission to oversee competitive licensing for six major frequency bands: 700 MHz, 1500 MHz, 2300 MHz, 2600 MHz, 3600 MHz, and 26 GHz. This marks a significant step in Moldova’s spectrum policy reform, opening pathways for 4G and 5G expansion and creating new market access opportunities for mobile network operators.
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Brazil: Anatel Begins Transition of Satellite Services to SMP Authorization
November 3, 2025
Brazil’s General Regulation of Telecommunications Services (RGST) came into effect on October 28, 2025, triggering a two-year transition period for migrating Global Mobile Satellite Service (SMGS) authorizations to the new Personal Mobile Service (SMP) framework. Anatel has halted new SMGS authorizations, and existing operators must plan for the migration within the transition window.
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