On February 27, 2026, the Bureau of Philippine Standards (DTI‑BPS) officially released the draft Technical Specification for Mandatory Product Certification of Power Banks and Portable Power Packs, proposing to include power banks and portable power packs in the mandatory PS / ICC certification regime.

The draft is currently open for public comment until April 26, 2026,and is expected to be formally enforced in Q2 or Q3 2026.

Although mandatory enforcement has not yet begun, the technical requirements have been clearly defined, making compliance preparation urgent.

Scope of Mandatory Certification

The following products are covered, whether manufactured locally in the Philippines or imported:

• Portable power packs with DC input ≤ 60V or direct mains input
• Power banks with DC output ≤ 60V
• Power packs equipped with any of the following outputs: USB, car socket, wireless charging, or AC outlet
• Power banks / portable power packs with built-in photovoltaic cells
• Power banks / portable power packs integrated inside other devices

Certification Schemes

1. PS Safety Mark Certification

• Applicable to: Local and overseas manufacturers
• Requirements: Factory audit + product testing
• Certificate validity: 3 years
• Supervision:
  • Local factories: Annual audit + market surveillance
  • Overseas factories: Annual audit + batch-by-batch inspection

2. ICC Certification

• Applicable to: Importers
• Requirements: Per-bill-of-lading application
• Certificate validity: Valid only for the specific shipment
• Supervision: Single-batch validation only

Recommendation:Manufacturers exporting to the Philippines long-term should apply for PS certification.Traders with small or occasional shipments may choose ICC certification.

Product Labeling Requirements

On the product (power bank)

Manufacturer name, product name, trademark, model, input/output (V/A), capacity (mAh/Wh), safety instructions, PS mark + certificate number or ICC mark.

On the hangtag (portable power pack)

Manufacturer name, product name, model, input/output voltage/current/power, operating temperature, production date, weatherproof/moistureproof rating (for outdoor use), safety instructions, PS mark + certificate number or ICC mark.

Power packs with boost function must also indicate:maximum/peak current capacity and discharge duration.

On outer packaging (general)

Manufacturer name/address, product name, trademark, model, chemical cell type, production date, batch/serial number, user manual, safety precautions, risk warnings, operating temperature, country of origin, importer name/address, PS mark + certificate number or ICC mark.

All label information is mandatory; missing any item will result in non-compliance.

Test Items & Standards

The Philippines adopts its national standards (PNS):

• Power banks: PNS UL 2056:2025
• Portable power packs: PNS UL 2743:2026

Mandatory factory test items (power banks)

Temperature test & BMS verification, input test, output overload test, capacity verification, mold stress relief test, drop impact test, label durability test, low-pressure (altitude simulation) test.

Mandatory factory test items (portable power packs)

Input test, normal charging operation test, leakage current test, ambient temperature test, vibration test, shock test, drop test, stability test, hangtag durability test, dielectric withstand voltage test.

All sampled products must be tested on-site at the factory,and the factory must meet officially assessed minimum testing capabilities.

Implementation Timeline

• Official enforcement:Expected Q2 or Q3 2026 (subject to official announcement)

• Within 12 months after effective date:All manufacturers and importers must complete PS/ICC certification

• From 36 months after effective date:Only products bearing PS/ICC marks will be allowed for sale;uncertified products are prohibited from circulation