PSE costs depend on product complexity, test items, laboratories, and factory audits. Final prices are subject to certification bodies and METI.
·Testing fees (largest portion)
·Application and certification fees
·Factory inspection (only Diamond PSE)
·METI registration
·Translation, retesting, travel expenses
II. Circular PSE (Low-Risk) Reference Prices
·Small fan / shaver: ¥2,000–4,000
·Humidifier: ¥1,300–5,000
·LED lamp / low-power PSU: ¥4,000–6,000
No factory inspection or annual fees.
III. Diamond PSE (High-Risk) Reference Prices
·Standard power adapter: ¥25,000
·Multi-output switching power supply: ¥28,000
·Switches & small transformers: ¥15,000–20,000
·High-power / power tools: ¥35,000–40,000
Includes initial factory audit and METI registration. Annual surveillance fees apply.
IV. Factors Affecting Total Cost
·Wireless, multi-output, or high-power products: +30%~100% cost.
·Retesting: 30%–50% of original test fee.
·Japanese translation: ¥500–1,500.
·Derivative models reduce total cost.
V. Extra Cost for Cross-Border Sellers
From December 25, 2025, overseas sellers must appoint a Japan Domestic Representative, which involves additional service fees that vary by agency.
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