Southeast Asia represents a rapidly growing market for electric scooters, with each country having distinct certification requirements. Understanding these requirements is essential for exporters selling on Alibaba.com to Southeast Asian buyers.
Market Size & Growth: The ASEAN electric two-wheeler market was valued at USD 1.0778 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 2.23204 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 12.90%. Thailand represents the largest market, followed by Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore.
Southeast Asia Electric Scooter Certification Requirements by Country
| Country | Certification Standard | Mandatory Status | Key Requirements | Effective Date |
|---|
| Singapore | UL2272 | Mandatory for public path use | Electrical system safety, fire prevention | Mandatory from June 2026 for keeping non-compliant devices; registration required from June 2026 for new sales |
| Thailand | TISI TIS 2603-2562 | Mandatory | Thai Industrial Standards Institute certification | Ongoing enforcement |
| Vietnam | QCVN 01:2022/BKHCN | Mandatory | National Technical Regulation on Safety | Ongoing enforcement |
| Indonesia | SNI 8745:2019 | Mandatory | Indonesian National Standard | Ongoing enforcement |
| Malaysia | MS IEC 62133 / SIRIM | Mandatory for imports | SIRIM certification required | Ongoing enforcement |
| Philippines | ICC Import Commodity Clearance | Mandatory for imports | ICC sticker required for imported goods | Ongoing enforcement |
Source: Industry research and ASEAN regulatory documentation
Singapore - Most Stringent Requirements:
Singapore has the most stringent certification requirements in Southeast Asia. From June 1, 2026, keeping non-UL2272 certified electric scooters becomes an offence. First-time offenders face fines up to SGD 2,000 or imprisonment up to 3 months.
Key requirements:
- UL2272 certification mandatory for all motorized PMDs used on public paths
- Registration required from June 1, 2026 for new sales
- All mobility scooters used on public paths must be registered from January 1, 2029
- Retailers need Health Sciences Authority (HSA) medical device dealer licence for mobility scooters
Thailand - Largest Market:
Thailand represents the largest electric scooter market in Southeast Asia. TISI (Thai Industrial Standards Institute) certification under TIS 2603-2562 is mandatory. The certification process involves product testing at approved Thai laboratories and factory inspection.
Vietnam - Growing Shared Mobility Market:
Vietnam's QCVN 01:2022/BKHCN regulation covers electric scooters and is mandatory for all products sold in the Vietnamese market. The country has seen significant growth in shared mobility services, creating opportunities for B2B suppliers.
Indonesia - Price-Sensitive Market:
Indonesia requires SNI (Standar Nasional Indonesia) certification under SNI 8745:2019. The market is highly price-sensitive, requiring cost-effective compliance solutions. Volume is significant, making Indonesia an important market despite lower per-unit margins.
Malaysia & Philippines:
Malaysia requires SIRIM certification for imported electric scooters. The Philippines requires ICC (Import Commodity Clearance) stickers for all imported goods, including electric scooters.
ASEAN Harmonisation Efforts:
The ASEAN Guidelines on Light Electric Vehicles (approved at the 33rd Land Transport Working Group meeting) provide a framework for member states. Countries are encouraged to refer to UNECE L category vehicle standards, with Singapore and Thailand leading in vehicle categorisation harmonisation.
This harmonisation effort aims to simplify cross-border trade within ASEAN, making it easier for certified products to move between member states. However, full harmonisation is still in progress, and exporters should verify requirements for each target country.
