Selling Solar, Battery & EV Products in Australia: Simple Certification Guide

Step 1: Know What Products Need Certification

You need Australian certification for the following products:

• Solar Panels

• Inverters

• Battery Storage Systems

• EV Chargers

Step 2: What Certification You Need & Where to Apply

Step 3: Why US, EU or SEA Certifications Are Not Accepted

• Australia has unique voltage (240V/50Hz), safety and installation rules.

• There is no agreement between Australia and other countries to accept foreign certifications.

• Only Australian-certified products can be used for rebates, grid connection and legal installation.

Step 4: What You Must Do

Follow these steps to legally sell your products in Australia:

✓ Get your product tested at a NATA-accredited or IEC-certified lab.

✓ Apply to the Clean Energy Council (CEC) if you sell solar panels, inverters or batteries.

✓ Register EV chargers through EESS and ACMA to get the RCM compliance label.

✓ Only sell and promote certified products to avoid legal issues and reach real customers.