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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT AND STATION  
 
 
 
 
DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO.  ______   
Series of _________  
 
 
 
SUBJECT:  THE NEW TECHNICAL REGULATION CONCERNING THE MANDATORY 
PRODUCT CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING 
EQUIPMENT AND STATION  
 
 
WHEREAS ,  the Department of Trade and Industry ( DTI) is the economic catalyst that 
enables innovative, competitive, job generating, inclusive business, and empowers 
consumers;  
 
WHEREAS , pursuant to such mandate, the DTI is empowered under Executive Order (EO) 
292, Series of 1987 otherwise known as the “ Administrative Code of 1987” to protect 
consumers from trade malpractices and from substandard or hazardous products;  
 
WHEREAS , the DTI Bureau of Philippine Standards (BPS) [formerly known as Bureau of 
Product Standards] is mandated by Republic Act (RA) 41 09 to perform standards 
development, certification, testing, policy formulation, and monitoring functions;  
 
WHEREAS , EO 101, Series of 1967 empowers the BPS to promulgate, subject to the 
approval of the DTI Secretary, such rules and regulations for the mar king of goods 
standardized by the BPS and for other purposes;  
 
WHEREAS , such BPS mandates are reiterated in RA 7394 or the “Consumer Act of the 
Philippines” wherein it states that, “ it shall be the duty of the State to develop and provide 
safety and qualit y standards for consumer products, including performance or use -oriented 
standards, codes of practice and methods of tests; to assist the consumer in evaluating the 
quality, including safety, performance and comparative utility of consumer products; to 
protect the public against unreasonable risks of injury associated with consumer products; to 
undertake research on quality improvement of products and investigation into causes and 
prevention of product related deaths, illness and injuries; and to assure the  public of the 
consistency of standardized products ”; 
 
WHEREAS, the Department Circular No. DC2021 -07-0023 of the Department of Energy 
(DOE)  states that , “consistent with the existing safety standards and regulations of the DTI -
BPS, all components of the E VCS such as but not limited to plugs, sockets, cables etc. are 
to be certified with the Philippine Standard (PS) license and/or by the Import Commodity 
Clearance (ICC) certificate ”. 
 
WHEREAS, Section 4 of the  Department Circular No. DC2021 -07-0023 of the D OE requires 
the Product Certificate of Quality and/or S afety issued by the DTI-BPS prior to initial 
engagement in the activity or prior to the construction of the EVCS facilities, any  
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  person/entity who may own, establish, and operate EVCS and in any simila r activities as 
informed to  Energy Utilization Management Bureau (EUMB).  
 
WHEREAS , EO 913, Series of 1983, vests with the DTI the adjudicatory powers such as to 
conduct arbitration, conciliation, mediation, formal investigation; imposition of administrativ e 
penalties; and issue cease -and-desist orders, seizures, preventive measures and other  
similar orders in case of violation of trade and industry laws including those relating to the 
BPS’ Certification Schemes;  
 
NOW THEREFORE , pursuant to RA 4109; RA 7394;  EO 101, Series of 1967; EO 913, 
Series of 1983; and EO 292,  Series of 1987, the following Technical R egulation governing 
the BPS Mandatory Product Certification Schemes for electric vehicle charging equipment 
and stations  is hereby prescribed and promulga ted for the compliance, information , and 
guidance of all concerned.  
 
Rule 1.  OBJECTIVE  
 
This DAO aims to strictly ensure that electric vehicle charging equipment and stations  for 
charging electric road vehicle to be  imported,  manufactured, distributed, or sold in  the 
Philippines  meet the specified safety requirements prescribed by this Technical Regulation.  
 
 
Rule 2.  SCOPE  
 
This Technical Regulation prescribes the mandatory product certification of electric vehicle 
charging equipment and stations  for charging electric roa d vehicle covered by the particular 
Philippine National Standards (PNS),  whether locally manufactured or imported , as follows:  
 
2.1. AC electric vehicle charging station  
2.2. Accessories for AC electric vehicle  charging  station with types as follows:  
2.2.1  Type 1 vehicle coupler rated 250V, 32A single phase  
2.2.2  Type 2 vehicle coupler, socket -outlet and plug rated:  
2.2.2.1  250V, 13A or 20A or 32A or 63A or 70A, single phase  
2.2.2.2  480V, 13A or 20A or 32A or 63A, three phase  
2.2.3  Type 3 vehicle coupler, socket -outlet and plug rated:  
2.2.3.1  250V, 16A or 32 A, single phase  
2.2.3.2  480V, 32A or 63A, three phase  
2.3. DC electric vehicle charging station  (Isolated and Non -isolated)  
2.4. Accessories for DC electric vehicle charging station with type/configuration as 
follows:  
2.4.1  Configuration AA with maximum rated voltage of 600V DC a nd maximum 
rated current of 200 A   
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  2.4.2  Configuration BB with maximum rated voltage of 750V DC and maximum 
rated current of 250A  
2.4.3  Configuration EE with maximum rated 600V DC and maximum current of 
200A  
2.4.4  Configuration FF with maximum rated 1000V DC and maximum curr ent of 
200A  
Rule 3.  DEFINITION OF TERMS  
 
For purposes of this Order, the following definitions shall apply:  
 
3.1. Accessories  – Plugs, socket -outlet, vehicle connectors and vehicle inlets with pins 
and contact -tubes of standardized configurations.  
 
3.2. Audit  – a systematic , independent and documented process for obtaining audit 
evidence, and evaluating it objectively to determine the extent to which the audit 
criteria are fulfilled. 1 
 
3.3. Audit criteria  – set of policies, procedures or requirements used as a reference 
against which audit evidence is compared. 2 
 
3.4. Attestation  – issuance of a statement of conformity based on a decision following 
review of an audit report, that fulfillment of specified requirements has been 
demonstrated.   
 
3.5. Accredited Conformity Assessment Body (CA B) – inspection body, testing 
laboratory or certification body accredited under PNS ISO/IEC 17020, PNS ISO/IEC 
17021, PNS ISO/IEC 17025 or PNS ISO/IEC 17065, respectively, in its relevant 
updated version/edition by the Philippine Accreditation Bureau (PAB)  or by an 
accreditation body that is a signatory to regional/international agreements entered 
into by the Government of the Republic of the Philippines through DTI [(i.e. Asia 
Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (APAC) , International Laboratory Accreditation  
Cooperation (ILAC) , International Accreditation Forum (IAF)].  
 
3.6. Base  Type/Model – one that represents a set of generic characteristics of a group 
of products.  
 
3.7. BPS – Bureau of Philippine Standards of the DTI.  
 
3.8. BPS Recognized Conformity Assessment Body (CAB ) – the CAB (inspection 
body, testing laboratory, or certification body) duly recognized by BPS to have the 
scope and competence to conduct activities relevant to the requirements set forth 
by BPS, to include but not limited to, CABs accredited by the PAB,  CABs 
recognized by BPS under the A ssociation of South East Asian Nations Mutual 
Recognition Arrangement (ASEAN MRA) , Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation 
(APEC)  MRA and other regional and bilateral MRAs entered into by the 
Government of the Philippines throu gh the DTI. BPS shall issue Recognition 
Certificate upon completion of all requirements for application for recognition.      
 
                                                           
1ISO 19011:2011  
2Ibid.  
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  3.9.  Certification Body  – third party conformity assessment body operating a    
certification scheme.  
 
3.10.  Charging mode – method of conn ection of an EV to the supply network to supply 
energy to the vehicle.  
 
3.10.1  Mode 1  – a method for the connection of an EV to a standard socket -outlet 
of an AC supply network, utilizing a cable and plug, both of which are not 
fitted with any supplementary pilot  or auxiliary contacts. The rated values 
shall not exceed 16  A current, and voltage of 250 V AC  for single -phase or 
480 V AC for three -phase.  
 
3.10.2  Mode 2  – is a method for the connection of an EV to a standard socket -
outlet of an AC supply utilizing an AC EV s upply equipment with a cable 
and plug, with a control pilot function and system for personal protection 
against electric shock placed between the standard plug and the EV. The 
rated values shall not exceed 32 A current, and voltage of 250 V AC for 
single -phase or 480 V AC for three -phase.  
 
3.10.3  Mode 3  – is a method for the connection of an EV to an AC EV supply 
equipment permanently connected to an AC supply network, with a control 
pilot function that extends from the AC EV supply equipment to the EV.  
 
3.10.4  Mode 4 – is a method for the connection of an EV to an AC or DC supply 
network utilizing a DC EV supply equipment, with a control pilot function 
that extends from the DC EV supply equipment to the EV. The equipment 
may be either permanently connected or connected b y a cable and plug to 
supply network.  
 
3.11.  Case A  – connection of an EV to the supply network with a plug and cable 
permanently attached to the EV.  
 
3.12.  Case B – connection of an EV to a supply network with a cable assembly 
detachable at both ends  
 
3.13.  Case C – connec tion of an EV to a supply network utilizing a cable and vehicle 
connector permanently attached to the EV charging station  
 
3.14. Claim – information declared by client.  
 
3.15.  Confirmation  – an action, declaration, document, or statement that corroborates, 
ratifies, verifies, gives formal approval, or assures the validity of something.3 
 
3.16.  Conformity Assessment Body (CAB)  – a third party inspection body, testing      
laboratory and certification body operating within its scope of competence.  
 
3.17.  Conformity  – fulfillment of a requirement.3 
 
3.18.  DTI – Department of Trade and Industry  
 
3.19.  Determination  – include assessment activities such as testing, measuring, 
inspection, design appraisal, assessment of services, and auditing to provide 
                                                           
3ISO/IEC 17000   
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  information regarding the product requirem ents as input to the review and 
attestation functions.  
 
3.20.  Evaluation  – systematic examination of the extent to which a product, process, or 
service fulfills specified requirements . 
 
3.21.  Electric Vehicle Charging Levels – charging levels which require different  sets of 
electrical infrastructures  that drastically affect the charging times for electric road 
vehicle.  
 
3.22. Electric Vehicle Charging Level 1 – uses 240V AC  12A-16A rating connector 
types  
 
3.23. Electric Vehicle Charging Level 2 – uses 240V AC 16A -32A rating conn ector 
types  
 
3.24. Electric Vehicle Charging Level 3 – Rapid charging or DC Fast which uses 
400/480 V DC 70A -125A, 3  Phase connector types  
 
3.25. Electric Vehicle Charging Station – stationary part of EV supply equipment    
connected to the supply network.  
 
3.26.  Electric Ve hicle Charging System – complete system including the EV supply 
equipment and the EV functions that are required to supply electric energy to an 
EV for the purpose of charging.  
 
3.27.  Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment – equipment or combination of equipment, 
providing dedicated functions to supply electric energy from a fixed electrical 
installation or supply network to an EV for the purpose of charging.  
 
3.28. Electric Vehicle (EV) or Electric road vehicle – any vehicle propelled by an 
electric motor drawing current fr om an RESS, intended primarily for use on public 
roads.  
 
3.29. Generic Type/Model – refers to a type/model or series of types/models which 
critical components and materials together with its mechanical and electrical 
designs are similar including the capacity, e nergy source, electrical characteristics, 
and other physical or functional characteristics with the base type/model.  
 
3.30.  International Standard  – a standard developed under the WTO principles for 
international standards development such as those developed by  international 
bodies like the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), International 
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), International Telecommunication Union (ITU) 
and those developed by foreign standards bodies under these principles.  
 
3.31.  ISO – International Organization  for Standardization  
 
3.32.  IEC - International Electrotechnical Commission  
 
3.33.  Inspection – examination of a product, process, service, or installation or their 
design and determination of its conformity with specific requirements, or , on the  
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  basis of professional judgment, with general requirements.4 This includes inventory 
and sampling.   
 
3.34.  Inspection body  – a body that performs inspection. 4 
 
3.35.  Lot No./Batch No. /Serial No.  – an identification number used to identify 
production/lot ba tch of the product for quality control purposes.  
 
3.36. Plug in Hybrid Electric Road Vehicle (PHEV)  – electrical vehicle that can charge 
the rechargeable electrical energy storage device from and external electric source 
and also derives part of its energy from  another on -board source.  
 
3.37.  PNS ISO 9000  – Quality Management System - Fundamentals and Vocabulary  
 
3.38.  PNS ISO 9001  – Quality Management Systems – Requirements  
 
3.39.  PNS ISO/IEC 17020  – Conformity assessment – Requirements for the operation of 
various types of bodies performing inspection.  
 
3.40.  PNS ISO/IEC 17021  – Conformity assessment – Requirements for bodies 
providing audits and certification of management systems.  
 
3.41.  PNS ISO/IEC 17025  – General requirements fo r the competence of testing and 
calibration laborator ies. 
 
3.42.  PNS ISO/IEC 17065  – Conformity assessment – Requirements for bodies 
certifying products, processes and services.  
 
3.43.  PNS ISO/IEC 17029 – Conformity assessment – General principles and 
requirements for validation and verification bodies.  
 
3.44.  PNS ISO 1901 1 – Guidelines for Auditing.  
 
3.45.  PAB – Philippine Accreditation Bureau of the DTI.  
 
3.46.  Philippine National Standards (PNS)  – Standards promulgated by the BPS.  
 
3.47.  Product Certification  – the provision of impartial third -party attestation that 
fulfillment of spec ified requirements has been demonstrated.  5 
 
3.48.  PS License  – authority given by BPS to a local/foreign manufacturer, authorizing 
the use of the PS Certification Mark on its product.  
 
3.49.  Rechargeable Energy Storage System (RESS) - system that stores energy for 
delivery of electric energy and which is rechargeable.  
 
3.50. Review  – verification of the suitability, adequacy and effectiveness of selection and 
determination activities, and the results of these activities, with regard to fulfillment 
of specified requirement s.6 
 
                                                           
4Ibid. 
5 ISO/IEC 17065  
6 ISO/IEC 17000   
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  3.51.  Sampling  – a method of getting a representative sample of a product according to 
a specified procedure.  
 
3.52. Standard  - a document approved by a recognized body, that provides, for common 
and repeated use, rules, guidelines or characteristics for product s or related 
processes and production methods, with which compliance is not mandatory.  
 
3.53.  Statement of Confirmation (SOC) – a document stating that the imported electric 
vehicle supply equipment  stations  were sourced from a manufacturer with a valid 
PS Lice nse and that the imported electric vehicle supply equipment  and station  
from said manufacturer complies with specified requirements after undergoing 
inspection and verification and should contain the batch/lot/serial number and 
manufacturing date of the electric vehicle supply equipment  and station . 
 
3.54.  Surveillance – a systematic iteration of conformity assessment activities as a 
basis for maintaining the validity of the statement of conformity.  
  
3.55.  Test Report  – a document that presents test results and othe r information relevant 
to a test.  
 
3.56.  Testing Laboratory  – a laboratory which measures, examines, or determines the 
characteristics of performance of material or products. It may also be a laboratory 
that calibrates inspection, measuring and test equipment.  
 
3.57.  Third Party  – a body that is independent of the organization that provides the 
product/service and is not the user of the product/service (testing, inspection, and 
sampling). 7 
 
3.58.  Trade name  – any registered name or designation identifying or distinguishi ng an 
enterprise  
 
3.59.  Verification – confirmation, through the provision of objective evidence, that 
specified requirements have been fulfilled.8 This may include product testing.  
 
3.60.  Warehouse – secured premises built purposely for storage of products and to 
preserve the quality and integrity of the same.  
 
Rule 4.  PRODUCT CERTIFICATION SCHEMES  
 
4.1. Philippine Standard (PS) Safety and/or Quality Certification Mark Licensing Scheme  
 
The PS Safety Certification Mark Licensing Scheme (PS Licensing Scheme for 
brevity) shall be  available to both local and foreign manufacturers selling or 
distributing electric vehicle supply equipment  and station  in the Philippine market.  
The License to use the PS Certification Mark shall be granted to a company found 
to be compliant with the re quirements. To ensure compliance of the certified 
products, regular surveillance activities as per existing DTI rules shall be conducted 
as follows, as may be applicable:  
 
4.1.1  Local companies holding a valid PS License;  
 
4.1.1.1  Annual system and product audit at the factory; and  
                                                           
7 Ibid. 
8 ISO/IEC 9000    
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  4.1.1.2  Random  inspection/verification at the warehouse/market , and 
product testing , if necessary;  
 
4.1.2  Foreign companies holding a valid PS License;  
 
4.1.2.1  Annual system and product audit at the factory; and  
4.1.2.2  Regular inspection/verification per shipment , and pr oduct testing , 
if necessary;  
 
4.2 Import Commodity Clearance (ICC) Certification Mark Scheme  
 
The ICC Certification Mark Scheme shall be available to im porters of non -PS 
certified electric vehicle supply equipment  and station  on per product per shipment 
per Bi ll of Lading/Airway Bill basis. The certification shall only cover the particular 
batch of products applied for the shipment.  
 
Rule 5.  DOCUMENTARY REQUIREMEN TS 
 
5.1 Application for PS Licensing Scheme shall be supported by the following:  
 
5.1.1  Duly accomplished application  form, subscribed and sworn to by the 
applicant, or his duly authorized management representative. In case of 
an overseas applicant, the local branch or representative office/agency 
shall act in behalf of the overseas applicant and accomplish the 
applicati on form ; 
 
5.1.2  For a sole proprietorship: Certificate of Business Name Registration and 
permit issued by the local government unit having jurisdiction over it; or  
 
For a corporation or partnership: Certificate of SEC Registration and 
Articles of Incorporation/ Partnership and By -Laws , submitted once, 
unless an amendment has been made;   
 
In case of an overseas applicant, the local branch or representative 
office/agency shall also provide the equivalent foreign document stated 
herein, whichever is applicable;  
 
5.1.3  Latest Income Tax Return or latest audited financial statement, and 
certification of an accountant on the net worth of the business, submitted 
once unless an amendment has been made within the current year;  
 
5.1.4  Quality Management System (QMS) Manual covering the  product being 
applied for PS License, including the pr oduct/s’ production process;  
 
5.1.5  Description of the product’s production/manufacturing process;  
 
5.1.6  Product Identification Traceability Procedure including process flow, 
materials and process control and dr awings, among others;  
 
5.1.7  List of tests and measuring equipment with nominal capacities and serial 
numbers at each inspection point and final product testing together with 
the evidence of ownership, such as but not limited to Official Receipts;  
  
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  5.1.8  Brief descrip tion of equipment maintenance and calibration program for all 
testing and measuring equipment with their corresponding calibration 
certificates;  
 
5.1.9  Copies of proposed labels, markings, and logos as per requirements of 
specific standard ; 
 
5.1.10  Vicinity map of the factory;  and 
 
5.1.11  Oath of undertaking to abide by the Terms and Conditions of the License, 
respectively signed by the manufacturer /local office or agent ;  
 
5.2 Application for ICC or SOC shall be supported by the following:  
 
5.2.1  The duly accomplished and subscribed a pplication form;  
 
5.2.2  For sole proprietorship registered with DTI, the application shall be 
accomplished and signed by the owner and filed by the owner or by a 
duly authorized representative by virtue of a notarized Special Power of 
Attorney (SPA); or   
 
For Co rporation/Partnership registered with SEC, the application shall be 
accomplished and signed, and filed by any officer or organic employee, 
duly authorized by virtue of a notarized board/partnership resolution or 
Secretary’s Certificate;  
 
5.2.3  Packing List;   
 
5.2.4  Commercial Invoice;  
 
5.2.5  Bill of Lading  
 
5.2.6  Summary of the production batch/lot/serial numbers;  
 
5.2.7  List of distributors/retailers with their complete addresses and contact 
details;  
 
5.2.8  Proof of ownership or contract of lease of warehouse;  
 
5.2.9  Importer Certificate of Accr editation / BOC Certificate of Registration  
(Certificate of BOC Registration or its equivalent)  
 
5.2.10  Import Entry (may be submitted later prior to release of the certificate);  
 
5.2.11  Surety Bond ; and 
 
5.2.12  Product brochure/specification  
 
5.2.13  Copy of PS License (for SOC appl ications)  
 
Rule 6.  PROCEDURES FOR PRODUCT CERTIFICATION SCHEMES  
 
6.1. PS License Application Process   
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  6.1.1  Each PS License application shall be factory, plant or site -specific.  
6.1.2  In case that a factory, plant or site, manufactures multiple products stated 
herein, PS License s hall be product specific.  
6.1.3  Only one local importer per license shall be allowed.  However, a specific 
factory or plant may apply for multiple licenses. As such, when another 
local importer wants to import the same product from the same foreign 
manufacturer,  a separate PS License application shall be filed.  
6.1.4  Conduct of Factory and Product Audit  
6.1.4.1  Upon submission and confirmation of the completeness and 
compliance of the documentary requirements, an assessment of 
the Quality Management System’s conformity to PNS  ISO 9001 
and product specifications’ conformity to specific applicable 
version of PNS shall be conducted;  
6.1.4.2  Audit shall be undertaken by either the BPS, DTI 
Regional/Provincial Office (RO/PO), or BPS -recognized auditing 
bodies based on established audit pr ocedure. Only recognized 
auditing bodies in the BPS’ official list may be designated as 
auditors;   
6.1.4.3  During the audit, samples shall be drawn for all types/models and 
sizes per brand of the product to be certified for the purpose of in -
plant and independent  testing. Independent testing shall be 
conducted only by BPS Testing Laboratory or  BPS-recognized 
testing laboratory.  
6.1.4.4  If there are non -conformities noted during the audit, the auditors 
shall inform the company and require them to undertake corrective 
actions. The auditors shall accomplish the non -conformity report 
for the non -conformities observed which shall be acknowledged 
by the company's authorized representative.   
6.1.4.5  The company shall implement and complete the corrective actions 
within ninety (90) calend ar days for initial audit and thirty (30) 
calendar  days for surveillance and product inclusion audit . If the 
company fails to implement the corrective actions within the 
specified period, it should be a cause for denial of PS application 
or suspension of t he PS License.  
6.1.5  If the applicant is a foreign -based manufacturer, the application shall, for 
purposes of accountability, be made and filed by its local branch or 
representative office or representative agency who must be duly 
registered in accordance with P hilippine laws;  
6.1.6  The PS License shall only be issued upon satisfactory evaluation of the 
factory audit and determination of product conformance to specific PNS 
based on pertinent test reports;  
6.1.7  If the evaluation of the factory audit report showed unsatisfact ory results, 
the PS License shall not be issued. Only after the re -assessment and 
subsequent product compliance shall the BPS issue the PS License;   
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  6.1.8  The PS License shall be effective from the date of issuance and with full 
force and effect for a period of t hree (3) years, subject to the surveillance 
audits prescribed herein. PS License can be suspended, withdrawn or 
cancelled at any time for cause and after due process;  
6.1.9  For renewals, the PS License holder shall, through written notice, 
coordinate with BPS or  the DTI RO/PO for a schedule of the re -
certification audit at least six (6) months before the expiration date. 
Otherwise, the PS License shall be considered expired immediately after 
the end period of its validity.  
6.1.10  In case of changes materially affecting the PS License and/or license 
holder’s ability to comply with BPS product certification requirements, the 
license holder shall inform BPS in writing at least thirty (30) calendar days 
prior to the date the changes will take effect. The notice must include a 
request for audit.  
6.1.10.1  Changes may include, but shall not be limited to, change in 
management or business name; transfer of plant site; modification 
of product design and/or specifications.  
6.1.11  All importers of electric vehicle charging equipment and stations  covered 
by a valid PS License issued to a foreign manufacturer shall apply for a 
Statement of Confirmation (SOC) on a per shipment, per Bill of 
Lading/Airway Bill basis to ensure that the imported products came from 
a valid PS License holder company.  
6.2. SOC/IC C Application Process  
6.2.1  Application for SOC shall be as follows:  
6.2.1.1  The applicant shall submit the duly accomplished and subscribed 
application form and requirements to the BPS or to the nearest 
DTI RO/PO;  
6.2.1.2  Upon receipt of the application and complete requiremen ts, a 
Certificate of Conditional Release shall be issued, subject to the 
conditions stated therein;  
6.2.1.3  Product inspection shall be conducted by the BPS, DTI RO/PO, or 
the identified BPS -recognized inspection body at the declared 
warehouse in accordance with t he applicable provisions hereof. 
The original inspection report shall be sent directly to the BPS by 
the BPS -recognized inspection body within two (2) working days 
from the date of inspection;  
6.2.1.4  If inspection shows that the product shipped is consistent with  the 
importation documents (e.g. quantity, markings, PS license 
number), SOC shall be issued by the BPS Bureau Director or his 
duly authorized  representative. Otherwise, a Show Cause Order 
shall be issued and the provisions hereto shall apply; and  
6.2.1.5  The BPS shall have the prerogative to require sampling and 
testing to verify the consistent conformance of the product to the 
standard as amended/updated as well as the compliance of the 
manufacturer to the provisions of this Order and other applicable 
rules and r egulations.   
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  6.2.2  Application for ICC shall be as follows:  
6.2.2.1  Processing of applications under this scheme replaces the ICC 
Scheme under DAO 05:2008, subject to the requirements and 
transitory provision stated herein;  
6.2.2.2  The applicant shall submit the duly accomplishe d and subscribed 
application form and requirements to the BPS or to the nearest 
DTI RO/PO;  
6.2.2.3  Upon receipt of the application and complete requirements, a 
Certificate of Conditional Release shall be issued, subject to the 
conditions stated therein;  
6.2.2.4  Product in spection and drawing of samples shall be conducted by 
the BPS or the identified BPS -recognized inspection body at the 
declared warehouse in accordance with the applicable provisions 
hereof. The original inspection report shall be sent directly to the 
BPS b y the BPS -recognized inspection body within two (2) 
working days from the date of inspection;  
6.2.2.5  If inspection shows that the product shipped is consistent with the 
importation documents, product samples shall be drawn in 
accordance with the prescribed sampli ng size herein for testing. 
Otherwise, a Show Cause Order shall be issued and the 
provisions hereto shall apply;  
6.2.2.6  The drawn samples shall be submitted by the applicant to the 
BPS-recognized testing laboratory within three (3) working days 
from the date of i nspection and sampling for the conduct of 
testing; and  
6.2.2.7  If the result of the test shows conformance, the ICC shall be 
issued by the BPS Bureau Director or his duly authorized  
representative. Otherwise, the provisions under Rule 10.2.3  of this 
Order shall ap ply. 
6.3. The importer shall inform BPS in writing if there are any revisions in the 
information provided in the application and seek approval of such prior to the 
conduct of inspection/verification. Otherwise, appropriate action shall be 
undertaken by BPS.  
 
Rule 7.  MARKING REQUIREMENTS  
 
For traceability and verification purposes, the required markings for manufactured or 
imported electric vehicle charging equipment and stations  shall be available at all times  for 
verification by the BPS, FTEB, and DTI RO/PO, their auth orized representatives, and by the 
duly authorized enforcement teams either at the manufacturer’s/importer’s warehouse or 
traders’/distributors’/retailers’ warehouse, if applicable.  
 
7.1. The required markings for the electric vehicle charging equipment and st ations  
shall be as follows:  
7.1.1.  Manufacturer’s name, initials, trademark or distinctive marking;   
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7.1.3.  Type designation or identification number  
7.1.4.  Date of manufacture  
7.1.5.  Type of current  (AC or DC)  
7.1.6.  Frequency  (in Hz)  
7.1.7.  Rated voltage (in Volts or V)  
7.1.8.  Rated current  (in Ampere s or A)  
7.1.9.  Power input and output  (in Watts, W or kW)  
7.1.10.  No load loss or standby power  
7.1.11.  Degree of protection  
7.1.12.  Total harmonic distortion  
7.1.13.  Efficiency  
7.1.14.  Charging interface  
7.1.15.  “Indoor Use Only”, or the e quivalent, if intended for indoor use only  
7.1.16.  PS Safety Mark with License Number (if PS certified) or ICC Sticker (if 
ICC certified)  
 
7.2. The required markings of electric vehicle accessories  shall be as follows:  
7.2.1.  Name or trademark of the manufacturer or of the re sponsible vendor  
7.2.2.  Rated current (in Amperes or A)  
7.2.3.  Rated maximum operating voltage (in Volts or V)  
7.2.4.  Frequency (in Hz)  
7.2.5.  Degree of protection  
7.2.6.  Type reference, which may be a catalogue number  
 
In the absence of any of the required markings or submission of incompl ete markings, the 
application for PS License, SOC, or ICC shall not be processed until such time that the 
required markings are submitted or corrected.  
 
Rule 8.  INSPECTION /AUDIT  AND SAMPLING  
8.1. Inspection /audit  and sampling shall be conducted by the BPS, DTI RO/PO o r the 
BPS-recognized inspection /auditing  body in accordance with existing BPS 
Inspection and Sampling Procedure.  
8.2. Sampling Size  
8.2.1  The following sampling size shall apply:  
8.2.1.1  Electric vehicle charging equipment and stations  
8.2.1.1.1  Two (2) pieces of electric vehicle charging station per 
type/model per brand.  
8.2.1.1.2  Ten (10) pieces per model  per type per brand  of 
electric vehicle accessory . 
8.2.2  For PS initial, surveillance,  recertification , or inclusion audit s, three (3) 
sets per type per brand of the above sampling size shall be ran domly 
drawn from the manufacturer’s production line or warehouse. The first 
set shall be tested in -plant. The second  set shall be sent to the BPS - 
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result of the in -plant test. The remai ning set shall be kept by the 
manufacturer as reserved samples.  
8.2.3  For ICC /SOC  application, two (2) sets per type per brand  of the above 
sampling size shall be randomly drawn from the shipment at the 
importer’s warehouse. The first set shall be sent to the BP S-recognized 
testing laboratory for testing. The remaining set shall be kept by the 
importer as reserved samples.  
8.2.4  For generic types/models, sampling size under Rule 8.2.2 and 8.2.3 of 
this Order shall apply . 
8.2.5  Sampling sizes of electric vehicle supply equipm ent and stations  that 
are specified under the latest  edition of the PNS upon promulgation 
shall be used . 
8.3. Sampling Procedure  
8.3.1  The BPS, DTI RO/PO, BPS -recognized auditing/inspection body, the 
PS applicant/license holder, and ICC applicant’s authorized 
represe ntative shall ensure that the drawn samples are traceable to the 
particular lot/batch or shipment where they were drawn.  
8.3.2  Test samples drawn shal l be packed/sealed and signed , in the presence 
of importer or manufacturer authorized representatives , by the  BPS, DTI 
RO/PO or BPS -recognized auditing/inspection body  who shall ensure 
that the Request for Test form is properly filled -up and signed by the 
manufacturer or importer.  
8.3.3  The auditor or the inspector shall ensure that the Request for Test form 
together wit h the drawn samples is directly submitted to the BPS -
recognized testing laboratory within three (3) working days from the 
date of audit/inspection and furnish BPS with a copy thereof within three 
(3) working days from submission. For foreign -based PS Licen se 
holders/applicants, the auditor shall ensure that the samples drawn shall 
be shipped to the BPS -recognized testing laboratory within three (3) 
working days from the date of audit.  
8.3.4  The BPS -recognized testing laboratory shall document properly the 
receip t of the product samples to include but not limited to taking 
pictures of the following : 
8.3.4.1  Request for Test ; 
8.3.4.2  Packaging of the  sealed and signed samples  and as submitted 
and received  
Rule 9.  PRODUCT TESTING  
9.1. The drawn samples shall be tested by the BPS Testing Laborat ory or other BPS-
recognized testing laboratory.  
  
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  9.2. The following Philippine National Standards (PNS) shall be used as references 
to determine the conformance of the products covered in this Technical 
Regulation to the necessary requirements  prescribed therei n: 
 
9.2.1  PNS IEC 61851 -1:2019 - Electric vehicle supply equipment for charging 
electric road vehicles including plug -in hybrid road vehicles (PHEV).  
9.2.2  PNS IEC 61851 -21:2012 – Electric vehicle for conductive connection to an 
AC or DC supply voltage.  
9.2.3  PNS IEC 61851 -22:2012 – AC electric charging station.  
9.2.4  PNS IEC 61851 -23:2018 – DC electric vehicle charging station.  
9.2.5  PNS 2117:2018 - Plugs and socket -outlets for household and similar 
purposes – Configurations and dimensions  
9.2.6  PNS IEC 62196 -1:2019 - Plugs and socket -outlet s vehicle connectors and 
vehicle inlets – conductive charging of electric vehicles  
9.2.7  PNS IEC 62196 -2:2019 - Dimensional compatibility and interchangeability 
requirements for AC pin and contact tube accessories.  
 
9.2.8  PNS IEC 62196 -3:2019 - Dimensional compatibili ty and interchangeability 
requirements for DC and AC/DC pin and contact tube vehicle couplers  
 
9.3. Considering the regular updating of standards, the latest edition of the PNS shall 
be used as reference. It is understood that future amendments of the PNS 
indicated in this Order shall be used twelve (12) months after its promulgation to 
provide ample time to all stakeholders to adjust and conform to the new 
requirements, if any.  
 
9.4. For PS initial, surveillance, recertification, or inclusion audit s, samples drawn 
shall be tested in -plant.  The manufacturer shall have testing capability to conduct 
the following minimum test methods:  
9.4.1  Electric vehicle supply equipment  and station  
 
9.4.1.1  Durability test for marking  
9.4.1.2  Dielectric withstand voltage  
9.4.1.3  Temperature Rise  
9.4.1.4  Overload and sho rt-circuit protection  
9.4.1.5  Insulation Resistance  
9.4.1.6  Touch current  
9.4.1.7  Mechanical strength  
9.4.1.8  Fault protection  
 
9.4.2  Electric vehicle accessories  
 
9.4.2.1  Durability test for marking  
9.4.2.2  Protection against electric shock  
9.4.2.3  Dimensions  
9.4.2.4  Breaking capacity  
9.4.2.5  Insulation resistance and dielectric st rength  
9.4.2.6  Temperature rise   
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9.4.2.8  Mechanical strength  
9.4.2.9  Corrosion and resistance to rusting  
 
9.5. The original test reports shall be sent directly to the BPS by the BPS-recognized 
testing laboratory together with the pictures of samples  as received, pictures of 
samples showing the required markings, and copy of the Request for Test.  
 
9.6. The BPS reserves the right to be present at any point of the certification process.  
 
Rule 10.  EVALUATION OF RESULTS  
 
Results of tests shall be evaluated based on the  requirements of the relevant standard.  
 
10.1.  If the drawn samples showed conformance to the standard, the PS License or 
ICC Certificate shall be issued.  
 
10.2.  If the drawn samples failed the required tests , the BPS shall : 
 
10.2.1  For PS application:  
 
10.2.1.1  For new and extension  of the scope applications, inform the 
applicant of the result and direct the same to undertake 
corrective measures otherwise, the application shall be denied.   
 
If corrective measure was undertaken, applicant shall submit 
propose d corrective measures. If approved , another product 
audit shall be conducted.  
 
10.2.1.2  For PS surveillance/recertification, inform the applicant of the 
result and suspension/cancellation order in accordance with 
Rule 18 of this Order. BPS shall give order to submit the 
reserved samples for  testing otherwise. If the applicant refused 
to submit the reserved samples and opted to undertake 
corrective measures, a Product Recall Order shall be required in 
accordance with Rule 15 of this Order.  
 
If the reserved samples showed conformance with the relevant 
PNS, the suspension/cancellation order shall be lifted otherwise , 
the suspension/cancellation order shall be maintained and 
Product Recall Order shall be required in accordance with Rule 
15 of this Order.  
 
The suspension/cancellation order shall o nly be lifted upon the 
compliance of the applicant to this Order and the conformance of 
the product to the relevant Philippine National Standard.  
 
10.2.2  For SOC Application  
10.2.2.1  Considered as surveillance activity, the provisions of Rule 
10.2.1.2  shall apply.  
10.2.3  For ICC  application:  
10.2.3.1  Inform the applicant of the result and present the following  
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10.2.3.1.1 Submit the reserved samples for testing;  
10.2.3.1.2 Undertake remedial or corrective measures subject to 
actual inspection, verification, inventory, and re -sampl ing (if 
necessary) by the BPS, DTI RO/PO, or the BPS -
recognized inspection body ; 
10.2.3.1.3 Export  the shipment back to the country of origin, at its own 
expense, subject to inventory and inspection by an 
authorized DTI/BPS representative prior to the expo rtation. 
Export documents (i.e. Bill of Lading and Import Entry or 
any other document that will serve as proof that the non -
compliant products arrived at the country of origin) shall be 
submitted by the importer to the BPS; or  
10.2.3.1.4 Destroy  the non -conforming products in accordance with 
existing rules and regulations, at its own expense, and to 
be witnessed by a duly authorized DTI/BPS representative. 
Inspection and inventory shall be conducted by the 
DTI/BPS representative prior to the actual destruct ion. 
10.2.4  For rejected shipment, lot or batch:  
 
10.2.4.1  Notwithstanding the acceptance of the shipment/batch, any non -
conforming lots found during inspection and/or testing, whether 
forming part of the sample or not, shall be rejected.  
 
10.2.4.2  The importer or manufacturer at its own expense either export to 
the country of origin or destroy the non -conforming product in the 
presence of DTI authorized representative and other relevant 
government agencies/authorities in accordance with existing 
rules and regulations.  
 
Rule 11.  DISPOSAL OF  SAMPLES  
11.1.  Tested and remaining (if there are any) samples, which were drawn for testing 
purposes, and complied with the requirements of the standard, shall be 
retrieved  by the importer/ manufacturer within thirty (30) days from the receipt 
of the notice of retrieval  of test samples. If the importer/manufacturer fails to 
retrieve  the samples within the given period or opted not to retrieve the sample 
at all, the laboratory shall dispose the samples in a manner deemed 
appropriate in accordance with existing ac counting and auditing rules.  
11.2.  Samples which fail to comply with the specified requirements shall be stored for 
at least six (6) months in the laboratory to ensure their availability in the event 
the importer/manufacturer contests the result of the test incl uding those 
subjects of litigation . 
Rule 12.  RECOGNITION OF CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT BODY  
 
12.1.  Only recognized Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) shall be allowed to 
participate in this mandatory product certification scheme.   
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12.2.  Any CAB that intends to be recognized shall accomplish the BPS Recognition 
Application Form together with the following:  
 
12.2.1  Certificate of Accreditation from an Accreditation Body signatory to the 
ILAC/ APAC , to include the Scope of Accreditation;  
 
12.2.2  Certified True Copy of the Articles of Incorporation. For foreign CAB, all 
incorporation documents shall be authenticated by the Philippine 
Consulate Office. The authentication requirement may be waived 
subject to reciprocity agreement;  
 
12.2.3  List of authorized signatories indicating their company position and the  
corresponding specimen signature;  
 
12.2.4  An undertaking to abide by the terms and conditions of the recognition.  
 
12.3.  For foreign CABs, the application shall be submitted by the local 
office/representative agency to ensure accountability. Applications of foreign 
CABs with no local office/representative agency shall be denied.  
 
12.4.  The requirement on local office/representative agency may be waived subject 
to the provisions of any Mutual Recognition Agreement entered into by the 
Philippine Government through the DTI. 
 
12.5.  The BPS may, at any time, conduct full verification of the competence of the 
CAB to perform the conformity assessment activities.  
 
Rule 13.  TERMS AND CONDITIONS  
 
13.1 The PS License holders and importers shall a bide by the following terms and 
conditions:  
 
13.1.1  Consistentl y abide by RA 4109, EO 133: 1987, EO 913: 1983, and RA 7394 
and their impleme nting rules and regulations,  orders , and memoranda  which 
the BPS issues in pursuance with its authority under the law. 
 
13.1.2  Ensure that the certified product conforms at all times to the specific standard 
as amended/updated and its implementing rules and regulations.  
 
13.1.3  Warrant that it has the authority to use the brand name, trade name and 
trademarks indicated in the application form.  
 
13.1.4  Be held liable for any damages that its product mig ht cause to their 
consumers.  
 
13.1.5  The design of the PS Certification Mark shall be in accordance with the 
illustration in Annex B.  
 
13.1.6  The P S Safety Mark shall not be affixed on any products not covered by the 
license issued by BPS.  
 
13.1.7  Establish and maintain system s of product recall  and of addressing 
complaints filed by its clients or customers concerning its certified products , 
and shall maintain records thereof.   
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13.1.8  Give duly -authorized representatives of the BPS or DTI RO/PO or, in the case 
of foreign companies, BP S or BPS -recognized CABs, full access to the 
premises where the certified product is manufactured/assembled/stored ; to 
relevant equipment, records, personnel and subcontractors for purposes of 
investigating  complaints or evaluating consistency of complianc e with the 
requirements of this technical regulation ; 
 
13.1.9  Maintain a record of all complaints made known to it, relating to compliance 
with certification requirements and make these records available to BPS or its 
authorized representative/s when requested; t ake appropriate action with 
respect to such complaints and any deficiencies found affecting such 
product’s conformance to the requirements for certification; and, document 
the action taken, subject to verification by the BPS or its authorized 
representativ e/s. 
 
13.1.10   Submit itself to surveillance activities to ensure consistent compliance with 
the BPS requirements o f the Product Certification Scheme.  
 
13.1.11   In case  of subcontracts, shall assume full responsibility for its sub -
assemblies’, semi -finished and finished p roducts’ conformance to the 
specific requirements.  
 
13.1.12   Inform BPS in writing of any changes that will materially affect its PS License 
and its ability to comply with BPS product certification requirements within 
thirty (30) calendar days prior to the date th e change will be made, such as, 
but not limited to change in management, business name, addition of brand 
name , modification of product ’s designs and specifications  and/or transfer of 
plant site.  
 
13.1.12.1  If the change involves addition of brand name and modificat ion 
in the product’s design or specifications, BPS shall facilitate the 
conduct of appropriate product certification activity;  
 
13.1.12.2  In case of transfer of plant site, BPS, DTI RO/PO, or BPS -
recognized auditing bodies shall conduct factory and product 
audit at the new site.  
 
13.1.12  Pay the applicable fees and other charges as billed or stipulated by BPS, DTI 
RO/PO, BPS -recognized inspection/auditi ng bodies  and testing laboratories . 
 
13.1.13  Any incorrect references to the certification scheme; misleading use of PS 
License, or any other mechanisms indicating that a product is certified found 
in documentation or publicity materials or any breach hereof, shall be a 
ground for the issuance of Show Cause Order.  
 
13.1.14  Traders or retailers in possession of covered products whose PS Licens es 
have expired or have been suspended, recalled, withdrawn, revoked or 
cancelled shall be notified in writing of such suspension, recall, withdrawal, 
revocation or cancellation.  
 
13.1.15  Upon suspension, recall, withdrawal, cancellation or revocation of the  PS 
License, the holder shall discontinue the manufacture and/or use of covered 
products including advertising materials relevant thereto and shall take action 
as may be required by the BPS.   
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13.1.16  Agrees that all in formati on stated in the application shall be treate d as 
proprietary and regarded as confidential except for those information indicated 
in the PS License and Certificate which is considered public document. The 
confidential information shall not be disclosed to  any third party without prior 
consent, unless  required by the law.  
 
13.1.17  The PS License is non -transferable.  
 
13.2 Any infractions of the foregoing shall be a ground for the suspension, withdrawal or 
cancellation of the license.  
 
13.3 The SOC/ICC applicants and holders shall abide by the following terms and 
conditi ons: 
 
13.3.1  Consistently abide by RA 4109, EO 133: 1987, EO 913: 1983 and RA 
7394 and their implementing rules and regulations, and orders which the 
BPS issues in pursuance with its authority under law.  
 
13.3.2  Give duly -authorized representatives of the BPS or DTI RO/ PO or BPS -
recognized inspection bodies full access during working hours to the 
declared warehouse for the purpose of inspection, sampling and 
inventory.  
 
13.3.3  SOC/ICC Applicant shall abide by the conditions stipulated in the 
Certificate of Conditional Release i ssued by BPS.  
 
13.3.4  Ensure that the certified product conforms at all times to applicable 
standard as amended/updated and its implementing rules and 
regulations.  
 
13.3.5  Be held liable for any damages that its product might cause to their 
consumers.  
 
13.3.6  The ICC Sticker  shall not be affixed on any products not covered by the 
ICC Certificate issued by BPS.  
 
13.3.7  The SOC and ICC Certificat ion Mark  shall not be used in any misleading 
manner.  
 
13.3.8  Establish and maintain a system of product recall and of addressing 
complaints filed by i ts clients or customers concerning its certified 
products, and shall maintain records thereof.  
 
13.3.9  Pay the applicable fees and charges as billed or stipulated by BPS, DTI 
RO/PO, BPS-recognized inspection  bodies, and/or testing laboratories.  
 
13.3.10  Agrees that all i nformation stated in the application shall be treated as 
proprietary and regarded as confidential except for those information 
indicated in the SOC/ICC Certificate which is considered public 
document. The confidential information shall not be disclosed to any 
third party without prior consent, unless required by the law . 
 
13.4 Any infractions of the foregoing shall constitute sufficient grounds for the institution of 
administrative sanctions/fines against the SOC/ICC applicant/holder.   
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Rule 14.  REQUIREMENTS IN CAS E OF NON -CONFORMANCE  
 
For electric vehicle supply equipment  and station  that do not conform to the requirements of 
BPS rules and regulations/guidelines, the following provisions, shall apply:  
 
14.1.  A SHOW CAUSE ORDER shall be issued by BPS or DTI -RO/PO giving the PS 
License holder or the importer opportunity to explain within fifteen (15) calendar 
days why its Surety Bond shall not be forfeited in favor of DTI and/or why a 
formal charge shall not be filed. This may include a CEASE AND DESIST 
ORDER addressed to the owner/manager or the authorized representative of the 
company concerned, to refrain from supplying, distributing, selling or displaying 
for sale the products subject thereof until such time that the Show Cause Order 
is lifted.  
 
14.2.  If the explanation to t he Show Cause Order is not acceptable, the BPS or DTI -
RO/PO shall direct the manufacturer and/or importer concerned to submit a 
sworn affidavit undertaking to do the following as directed whichever is 
applicable:  
 
14.2.1.  Permanently cease and desist from manufact uring, supplying, 
distributing, selling or displaying for sale the non -conforming products 
subject thereof;  
14.2.2.  Effect a full product recall to account such products that are already in 
circulation through publication in a newspaper of national circulation, 
giving the public a period of thirty (30) calendar days from second 
publication within which to return subject products. The product recall 
shall specify the basis or ground therefor. The 
manufacturer/importer/distributor shall keep BPS informed in writing on 
the progress of the recall. Such publication shall include  a NOTICE 
warning the public that the product subject thereof is not compliant with 
the safety and/or quality requirement; and  
14.2.3.  Recognize BPS authority to forfeit the Surety Bond.  
 
Rule 15.  PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS FOR PRODUCT RECALL  
 
After the  product is declared by the BPS to be non -conforming, the BPS shall immediately 
notify the manufacturer and/or importer. The manufacturer and/or importer shall within fifteen 
(15) days from receipt of notice implem ent product recall in accordance with the following:    
 
15.1.  The recall order shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation for at 
least two (2) consecutive Saturdays/Sundays ; 
 
15.2.  The layout, content, font and size of the recall order shall be prescrib ed by the 
BPS;  
 
15.3.  The recall period shall be for a minimum of thirty (30) days from date of the 
second publication;  
 
15.4.  Proof of publication of the recall orders shall be submitted to the BPS or the DTI 
RO/PO;   
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15.5.  Inventory of the recalled products shall be subm itted to BPS or DTI RO/PO;  
 
15.6.  Recalled products shall be condemned, destroyed, or otherwise disposed of in 
accordance with applicable rules on disposal issued by the DTI, Department of 
Budget and Management, and Commission on Audit.  
 
15.7.  The manufacturer and/or importer shall compensate parties availing of the recall 
order.  
 
 
Rule 16.  FEES, CHARGES, BOND REQUIREMENT AND OTHER EXPENSES  
 
16.1.  All corresponding fees, charges, costs, and other related expenses shall be for the 
account of manufacturer/importer.  
 
16.2.  Fees and charges to  be paid by the applicant in accordance with Annex A shall be 
as follows:  
 
16.2.1.  Application Fee;  
16.2.2.  Audit/inspection fees ; 
16.2.3.  Testing fees;  
16.2.4.  Transportation/travelling expenses, and board and lodging costs of 
auditor/s and inspector/s during audit/ inspection, subject t o existing rules 
and regulations or third -party provision ; 
16.2.5.  Processing Fee of Statement of Confirmation/Import Commodity 
Clearance on imported products (non -refundable, payable upon releasing 
of the certificate  that was filed on a per product , per shipment,  per Bill of 
Lading/Airway Bill basis, assessed by the BPS based on the amount 
declared in the Invoice) ; 
16.2.6.  PS License fee for manufactured product /s; 
16.3.  For imported electric vehicle supply equipment  and stations , a Surety  Bond 
amounting to One Hundred Fifty Th ousand Pesos (Ph P 150,000.00) or ten 
percent (10%) of the declared value/dutiable value in Philippine Peso, whichever 
is higher, shall be posted on a per shipment, per Bill of Lading/Airway Bill basis.  
 
16.4.  Any violation of the terms and conditions of the Prod uct Certification Scheme 
shall, upon notice, result in the motu proprio  forfeiture of the bond based on the 
non-conformity or non -compliance stated herein.  
 
 
Rule 17.  SHOW CAUSE ORDER AND BOND FORFEITURE  
17.1.  A Show Cause Order shall be issued against a manufacturer or importer who fails 
to conform to  legal and technical requirements or whose product/s failed to 
conform to such requirements, unless the manufacturer or importer can justify 
under oath that the non -conformity is correctible and/or the non -compliance is 
negligible.   
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Order directing the manufacturer and/or importer to refrain from selling, 
distributing or disposing the products in any manner.  
17.3.  Any violation of the Terms and Conditions of t he Certificate of Conditional Release 
and/or provisions of this Order shall, upon notice, result in moto proprio  forfeiture 
of the S urety Bond. 
17.4.  Pending resolution of the Show Cause Order involving a particular shipment, 
applications filed after the issuanc e of the Show Cause Order by the same 
importer may be processed, provided, a sworn undertaking to abide by the 
decision on said Show Cause Order shall be submitted prior to the issuance of the 
necessary Certificate/License for succeeding application/s.  
Rule 18.  SUSPENSION, WITHDRAWAL, AND CANCELLATION OF PS LICENSE  
18.1.  A duly issued PS License shall be suspended, recalled, withdrawn, cancelled or 
revoked based on any of the following grounds:  
18.1.1.  That the product bearing the P S Mark failed to conform to the 
requirements of a specific PNS as amended/updated;  
18.1.2.  That licensee failed to comply with monitoring, surveillance or 
enforcement notices/directives/orders;  
18.1.3.  That the licensee failed to comply with the terms and conditions of the 
license;  
18.1.4.  That the licensee made false statemen ts or alterations in connection with 
its application for or re -certification of the license;  
18.1.5.  That the licensee violated any of the provisions of this Order;  
18.1.6.  That an Order of Execution vis -à-vis a decision finding the licensee liable 
for violation of a trad e and industry law/s or rules and regulations 
directing BPS to suspend/cancel or revoke the PS License issued in favor 
of said licensee;  
18.2.  The license shall be suspended, recalled, withdrawn, cancelled or revoked after 
the BPS Director has served the license e a notice of his intention to do so, stating 
therein the grounds for the contemplated action, granting the licensee the 
opportunity to be heard within fifteen (15) days from the date of notice.  
18.3.  If there is a final finding that a product does not conform t o the specified technical 
requirements, the license shall, upon mere notice be immediately suspended, 
withdrawn, recalled, cancelled or revoked.  
18.4.  Notwithstanding the preceding provisions, the BPS Director may direct that a 
Formal Charge be filed against the  party concerned pursuant to EO 913 Series of 
1983, DAO No. 7, Series of 2006 and DAO No. 2, Series of 2007 and /or its future 
amendments.  
Rule 19.  COMPLAINTS/APPEAL S HANDLING PROCESS   
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  19.1.  BPS shall implement a system of handling complaints/appeals related to the 
produc t certification process.  
19.2.  Remedies for the action or decision of a BPS personnel/chief/director relative to 
an application for PS License/SOC/ICC shall be the following:  
19.2.1.  In case of denial of the PS License/SOC/ICC application, the applicant 
may file a motio n for reconsideration with the BPS Director or its duly 
authorized representative within ten (10) working days from receipt of the 
letter of denial. No second motion for reconsideration shall be allowed;  
19.2.2.   In case of suspension, recall, withdrawal, cancella tion or revocation of 
the PS License, a motion for reconsideration may be filed with the BPS 
Director  or its duly authorized representative  by the licensee within ten 
(10) working days from receipt of the notice. No second motion for 
reconsideration shall be allowed.  
19.3.  In case the motion for reconsideration is denied, an appeal may be filed with the 
DTI Secretary within fifteen (15) calendar days from receipt of denial of the 
motion for consideration. The appeal shall be based solely on grounds of grave 
abuse  of discretion amounting to lack or excess of jurisdiction committed by the 
official who rendered the decision.  
19.4.  The filing of a Motion for Reconsideration shall suspend the period to file an 
appeal.  
Rule 20.  PROHIBITED ACTS  
The following acts are hereby declared p rohibited, in addition to those listed in DAO No. 2, 
Series of 2007 and its future amendments, viz:  
20.1.  Use of the P S Safety  Mark in any misleading manner;  
20.2.  Sale,  offer for sale using over the counter or on -line mode or any form of 
advertisement of any electric  vehicle supply equipment  and stations not 
complying with the particular technical regulation or applicable  standard;  
20.3.  Non-compliance, neglect or resistance to effect the product recall as directed by 
BPS;  
20.4.  Misrepresentations,  misleading or unauthorized stat ements and/or claims made 
in the application, letters/replies/forms in relation to product certification. Such 
include unauthorized reproduction of product certification documents, or any part 
thereof;  
20.5.  Non-compliance or failure to comply with the provision s hereof.  
 
Rule 21.  PENALTIES OR SANCTIONS  
The following shall be imposed upon any manufacturer, importer , BPS-recognized 
inspection/auditing body, BPS -recognized testing laboratory/facility , or any other person or 
entity found in violation of any provision hereof after due process, as may be appropriate:  
21.1.  Administrative fine as per existing DTI Ru les and Regulations/Department 
Administrative Orders and EO 913.   
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  21.2.  Cancellation or revocation of PS License pursuant to a final and executory 
decision rendered by an adminis trative agency or the regular courts.  
21.3.  Cancellation or revocation of recognition issued by the BPS.  
21.4.  Watch -listing and/or blacklisting of importers/manufacturers.  
21.5.  Any other sanctions or penalties as provid ed under existing DTI rules and 
regulations.  
Rule 22.  ISSUANC E OF GUIDELINES/PROCEDURES  
BPS may issue such procedural guidelines as may be necessary in the implementation of 
this Order.  
Rule 23.  ENFORCEMENT AND MARKET SURVEILLANCE  
The DTI -BPS/FTEB/RO/PO and DOE -EUMB shall exchange information on non -
conformities with the relevant technical regulations found during enforcement, monitoring, 
verification and surveillance activities, for the appropriate action of the respective agencies . 
Rule 24.  REPEALING CLAUSE  
 
All provisions of existing Department Administrative Orders, circulars, and guidelines 
inconsistent with this Administrative Order are hereby repealed subject to the transitory 
provisions below.  
 
Rule 25.  SEPARABILITY CLAUSE  
 
If any term or provision of this Order should be declared illegal or invalid by a court of 
competent jurisdiction, the remaining terms and provisions thereof shall remain unimpaired 
and in full force.  
 
Rule 26.  TRANSITORY PROVISIONS  
 
26.1.  All PS and ICC applications for electric vehicle supply equipment  and stations 
received upon the date of effectivity of the  same shall be subject to the 
provisions stated herein.  
 
26.2.  In the absence of a BPS -recognized testing laboratory, the PS License 
applicants/holders shall nominate a testing laboratory accredited by an 
accreditation body signatory to ILAC/APAC MRA to conduct the product 
testing as per Rule 9 of this Order.  
 
26.3.  Meanwhile, in lieu of product testing, the importers shall warrant that the 
electric vehicle supply equipment  and station they import into the country 
conform to the standard through the following:  
 
26.3.1  Importe rs shall submit suppliers/manufacturer's declaration of 
conformity on a per shipment per Bi ll of Lading/Airway Bill basis;  
  
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CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT  AND STATION  26.3.2  Copy of valid test report for each type/model per brand of the imported 
electric vehicle supply equipment and station , conforming to  the 
applicable PNS specified in Rule 9 of this order, issued within two (2) 
years from the date of issuance  by a testing laboratory accredited by 
an accreditation body signatory to ILAC/APAC MRA : 
 
26.3.3  Copy of valid  PNS ISO 9001 Certificate of the manufacturer  
 
26.4.  It is understood that the  requirements stated in Rules 2 6.2 and 2 6.3 of this 
Order shall cease to be implemented once a BPS -recognized testing 
laboratory becomes  available.  
 
26.5.  To ensure strict compliance  of electric vehicle supply equipment  and stations , 
monitoring and enforcement shall be conducted twenty -four (2 4) months after 
the effectivity of this Order. After this period, only products  bearing the PS 
Safety  Mark shall be allowed for distribution in the local market. All non -
compliant products shall be  subjected to the following:  
 
26.5.1  First Offense – Notice of Violation shall be issued but 
retailers/distributors shall only be advised to pull -out the items from the 
selling area.  
 
26.5.2  Second Offense onwards – Notice of Violation shall be issued subject 
to the reg ular adjudication process.  
 
Rule 27.  EFFECTIVITY  
 
This Order shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a national newspaper of 
general circulation, a copy of which shall be submitted to the UP Office of National 
Administrative Register.  
 
Done in  the City of Makati this ________ day of _________________ in the year 20 21. 
 
 
Recommended by:  
 
 
_______________________________                 _______________________________  
                     NEIL P. CATAJAY                                           ATTY. RUTH B. CASTELO  
      Director , Bureau of Philippine Standards                            Undersecretary, CPG  
 
Approved:  
 
 
_____________________________  
RAMON M. LOPEZ  
Secretary  
 
  
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ANNEX “A”  
 
 
TABLE 1: SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES FOR BPS PS LICENSIN G 
 
PARTICULARS  FEE PAYABLE TO  
1  Application Form  Php 300.00  
DTI 
2  Quality Manual Review  Php 5,000.00  
3  Pre-Audit / Audit / Surveillance Audits per Man -Hour (Payable within 15 days after billing)   
 as per size of establishment based on Table 1A  
3.1  Micro  Php 100.00 or as charged by 
Designated Auditing Body  
DTI / BPS Recognized  
Auditing Body  3.2  Small  Php 300.00 or as charged by 
Designated Auditing Body  
3.3  Medium  Php 400.00 or as charged by 
Designated Auditing Body  
3.4  Large  Php 500.00 or a s charged by 
Designated Auditing Body  
4  Original License Fee* (Payable within 15 days after billing)   
4.1  Micro  Php 5,000.00  
DTI 4.2  Small  Php 7,500.00  
4.3  Medium  Php 10,000.00  
4.4  Large  Php 12,500.00  
5  Annual License Fee* (Payable within 1 5 days after billing)   
5.1  Micro  Php 2,500.00  
DTI 5.2  Small  Php 3,750.00  
5.3  Medium  Php 5,000.00  
5.4  Large  Php 6,250.00  
6  Transportation  As per arrangement  
(if necessary)  DTI / BPS Recognized  
Auditing Body  
7  Hotel Accommodation  As per arrang ement  
(if necessary)  DTI / BPS Recognized  
Auditing Body  
8  Testing Fee  As charged by Designated 
Testing Laboratory  BPS-Recognized Testing 
Laboratory  
9  Freight Charges of Samples  As charged by Freight 
Forwarder  Freight Forwarder  
10  Market Sample  As per  Official Receipts /  
Sales Invoice  Manufacturer/Importer  
  
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TABLE 1A: SIZE OF ESTABLISHMENT  
SIZE OF ESTABLISHMENT  ASSETS  
Micro  Up to Php 3,000,000.00  
Small  Php 3,000,001.00 up to Php 15,000,000.00  
Medium  Php 15,000,001.00 up to Php 100,000,000.00  
Large  Over Php 100,000,000.00  
 
TABLE 2: SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES FOR THE IMPORT COMMODITY 
CLEARANCE (ICC) AND STATEMENT OF CONFIRMATION (SOC)  
PARTICULARS  FEE PAYABLE TO  
Application Fee  Php 300.00  DTI 
Processing Fee (depends on the value of the batch bein g applied for SOC/ICC)  
Invoice/batch value up to  
Php 500,000.00  Php 5,000.00  
DTI Invoice/batch value from  
Php 500,001.00 to  
Php 1,000,000.00  Php 7,500.00  
Invoice/batch value above  
Php 1,000,000.00  Php 10,000.00  
Inspection Fee  As charged by the 
DTI / BPS Designated 
Inspection Body  DTI / BPS Recognized  
Inspection Body  
Transportation  As per arrangement 
(if necessary)  DTI / BPS Recognized  
Inspection Body  
Testing Fee  As charged by the 
BPS-Recognized 
Testing Laboratory  BPS-Recognized 
Testing Laborator y 
Freight charges of samples  As charged by Freight 
Forwarder  Freight Forwarder  
Market sample  As per Official 
Receipts/Sales 
Invoice  Manufacturer/Importer  
 
Notes:  
 
 Original and Annual License Fees depend on the size of establishment as stipulated 
on Tabl e 1A herein.  
 
 The Schedule of Fees and Charges in this DAO were adopted from DAO 4:2008 and 
DAO 5:2008.  
  
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PS Certification Mark and License No.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Note: The PS Safety Certification Mark affixed on the product or its package may  be enlarged or 
reduced to an appropriate size, provided that its dimensions conform to the specifications.