The New South Wales (NSW) Government has introduced sweeping safety regulations targeting e-micromobility devices and their lithium-ion power sources. In response to rising fire incidents, this pioneering legislation classifies e-bikes, e-scooters, hoverboards, e-skateboards, and their associated batteries and chargers as “declared electrical articles” under the Gas & Electricity (Consumer Safety) Act 2017 NSW Government+1.
What You Should Know
1. Phased Implementation Timeline
February 2025: Products must meet prescribed safety standards to be sold in NSW NSW Government+1.
August 2025: Mandatory certification, testing, and labelling requirements take effect NSW GovernmentCyberShackeessconformity.com.
February 2026: Full enforcement begins, including labeling obligations and legal penalties for non-compliance (up to $825,000) NSW GovernmentThe Daily Telegraph.
2. Safety Standards by Product Category
| Product Type | Applicable Standards |
|---|---|
| E-bikes (≤500 W) | AS 15194:2016 or EN 15194:2017+A1:2023 |
| E-bikes (>500 W) | UL 2849 |
| E-bike batteries | EN 50604-1, IEC 62133-2, or UL 2271 |
| E-scooters, hoverboards, etc. | AS/NZS 60335.2.114:2023, EN 17128, or UL 2272 |
| Batteries for e-scooters, etc. | Same battery standards as above c-prav.comSGSCorpNSW Government |
These certifications must be conducted in ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories and approved by the NSW Recognised External Approval Scheme (REAS) or NSW Fair Trading itself CyberShackSGSCorpeessconformity.com.
3. Labelling & Certification Marks
From August 2025, devices must display:
NSW certification mark (e.g., NSW-12345)
REAS identifier (e.g., ABC-123456-EA)
RCM C-Tick, where applicable CyberShackNSW GovernmentSGSCorp.
These marks signify proper testing, approval, and legal sale compliance.
4. Safety Rationale
NSW has seen a sharp increase in lithium-ion battery-related fires—275 incidents reported in one year, including fatal and multi-unit fires The Australian. The new safety regulations aim to eliminate the sale of unsafe products and reduce these risks nationwide The GuardianNSW Government.
How C-PRAV Can Support You
C-PRAV offers full-spectrum testing and certification services to help your e-mobility products meet NSW’s regulatory requirements:
Gap analysis and product evaluation against applicable standards
Supply of ISO/IEC 17025-accredited testing services
Management of certification via REAS or NSW Fair Trading
Label design to reconcile NSW certification, REAS, and RCM/DOC requirements
Strategic consulting for market entry in NSW and beyond
Protect Your Product and Your Brand
Compliance with NSW’s e-micromobility regulations is now mandatory—failing to comply can result in high fines and jeopardized market access. Ensure your product designs, testing procedures, and labelling are aligned with legal safety expectations while maintaining consumer trust.
Reach out to C-PRAV today for assistance navigating these standards, preserving public safety, and accelerating your path to regulatory success.
