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Gulf PCA Program — G-Mark
One Certificate, Seven Markets: G-Mark Certification from IMQ Gulf, Your GSO-Notified Partner for LVD and WCCP Compliance Across the GCC.
One certificate. Seven markets. The Gulf Conformity Mark (G-Mark) is the regulatory passport for products entering the GCC — a bloc of seven member states united by shared Technical Regulations on health, safety and the environment. Products bearing the G-Mark signal compliance to regulators, retailers and consumers alike, enabling seamless cross-border trade throughout the region.
IMQ Gulf is notified by the Gulf Standards Organisation (GSO) to issue G-Mark certificates across two major product families: Low Voltage Devices (LVD) and Water Conservation & Control Products (WCCP).
Appliances
Household & Low Voltage Appliances
- Refrigerators, freezers and similar items
- Electric fans
- Washing machines
- Food grinders, mixers, fruit juicers and similar items
- Toasters
- Hairdressing appliances
- Room heaters
- Water heaters
- Microwave ovens and other ovens
- Air conditioners
- Plugs, sockets and similar items
- Irons and similar items
Categories
Water Efficiency Products (WCCP)
- Category 1 — Taps, Mixers, Showers and Sprayers
- Category 2 — Urinals
- Category 3 — Flow Regulators
- Category 4 — Flushing Tanks
- Category 5 — Toilets
FAQ
Does one G-Mark certificate cover all seven GCC countries?
Yes. The G-Mark is a unified regulatory mark recognised across all GCC member states, so a single certification process gives your product access to the entire regional market rather than requiring separate national approvals.
What is the difference between LVD and WCCP certification?
LVD (Low Voltage Devices) covers household and low-voltage electrical appliances such as refrigerators, washing machines, and air conditioners. WCCP (Water Conservation & Control Products) covers water efficiency items such as taps, showers, flushing tanks and toilets. Each has its own technical regulation and datasheet.
Is my product likely to fall under LVD or WCCP?
If it’s an electrical household appliance, it likely falls under LVD. If it relates to water flow, fixtures, or conservation, it likely falls under WCCP. Check the relevant category lists in the product brochure, or contact IMQ Gulf to confirm your product’s classification.
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