SIRIM product certification is not automatically required for all packaging, but it is mandatory in certain instances as determined by regulatory agencies such as the Energy Commission[1]. When certified, SIRIM QAS International issues a Product Certification License, and the certified product and licensee are listed at www.malaysiancertified.com.my[1].
Key facts
| When certification is mandatory | In certain instances, product certification is made mandatory by regulatory agencies such as the Energy Commission, Fire and Rescue Department Malaysia, Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, National Water Services Commission, Road Transport Department, and others.[1] |
|---|---|
| License issuance | Once the product is certified, SIRIM QAS International will issue a Product Certification License to the licensee.[1] |
| Online database | The certified product and the name of the licensees will be automatically listed in our online database, www.malaysiancertified.com.my.[1] |
| Surveillance audits | In the subsequent years, we will conduct Surveillance Audit twice a year.[1] |
| UN Marking for dangerous goods packaging | SIRIM offers UN Marking for dangerous goods packaging.[3] |
When does SIRIM certification apply to packaging?
SIRIM certification is not mandatory for all packaging products. It becomes mandatory in certain instances as determined by regulatory agencies such as the Energy Commission, Fire and Rescue Department Malaysia, Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, National Water Services Commission, Road Transport Department, and others[1]. For mandatory products, the standards used for certification are determined by those regulatory agencies[1].
SIRIM offers certification marks that show products are manufactured to specific standards[3]. Ask the supplier which standard applies to your product and whether the certification is driven by a regulatory requirement. Buyers sourcing packaging for regulated goods should confirm the applicable standard before placing a large order. If the supplier cannot name the standard or the agency behind the requirement, treat that as a gap to close before you commit.
What documents should buyers ask a Malaysian packaging supplier for?
Ask for the Product Certification License issued by SIRIM QAS International. This license is issued after the product is certified[1]. Also request the exact standard the product is certified against, because for mandatory products the standards are set by regulatory agencies[1].
If the packaging is for dangerous goods, ask for evidence of UN Marking for dangerous goods packaging[3]. For imported electrical products that may be part of packaging machinery, a Batch Certification Scheme is available[3]. SIRIM also offers the IECEE CB Scheme to streamline global market access[3] and Gulf Conformity Marking for access to GCC markets[3].
Keep the documents with the purchase file. When you reorder, check that the license still matches the product and the supplier name before releasing the purchase order.
- Product Certification License from SIRIM QAS International[1]
- The specific standard the product is certified to[1]
- For dangerous goods packaging: UN Marking documentation[3]
How can buyers verify a SIRIM-certified supplier?
Use the official online database at www.malaysiancertified.com.my. Certified products and the names of licensees are automatically listed there[1]. Check that the supplier's name and the product match the database entry.
SIRIM QAS International conducts surveillance audits twice a year in subsequent years[1]. Ask the supplier for the current license and confirm the product details against the database listing. Keep a copy of the license and the database screenshot in your supplier file for future reference.
If you are comparing several suppliers, verify each one the same way. A supplier that is listed can be checked again at the next order, which helps you keep your approved supplier list current.
What about import and export permits for packaging materials?
An Approved Permit (AP) is an import and export license issued by various Permit Issuance Agencies (PIAs), including MITI[2]. All APs under MITI's purview are enforced and issued based on the Customs Act 1967[2]. Applicants can apply directly through the ePermit system, except for APs subject to pre-approval[2].
The imposition of an AP is based on the HS Code that goods carry, and cross-reference can be made through http://tariff.customs.gov.my for guidance[4]. For machinery used in packaging production, import duty exemption may be available under Item 112 or Item 113 of the Customs Duties (Exemption) Order 2017[5]. There is also guidance on exporting raw materials and packaging materials obtained with duty and tax exemption[5]. Ask your supplier or freight forwarder which exemption or permit category applies to your shipment, and confirm the HS Code before the goods move.
Where to find packaging suppliers in Malaysia
IndustryConnect is a free-to-search directory of industrial suppliers in Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines, Cambodia, Myanmar, Laos, Brunei and Timor-Leste. You can browse packaging materials suppliers in Malaysia, food packaging, plastic packaging, paper packaging, packaging printing, and packaging machinery.
For a wider view, see the Malaysia supplier directory or the ASEAN supplier directories. Shortlist two or three suppliers per category, then run the document and database checks above before you request samples.
Suppliers to contact in Malaysia
- G Seven Industries Sdn.Bhd.Perai
- Grandiose Industries Sdn BhdPetaling
- Hexachase PackagingKrubong
- Icon Packaging Sdn bhdSungai Petani
- Kinfinity Packaging & Automation Sdn BhdBatu Pahat
- Packaging SolutionsKapar
- Pallet wrappingPuchong
- Snapp PackagingShah Alam
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Listed in the directory; contact suppliers directly and run your own checks before ordering.
Questions buyers ask
Is SIRIM certification mandatory for all packaging in Malaysia?
No. Product certification is mandatory only in certain instances as determined by regulatory agencies such as the Energy Commission and others[1].
What is the UN Marking for dangerous goods packaging?
SIRIM offers UN Marking for dangerous goods packaging[3]. If your packaging is used for dangerous goods, ask the supplier for evidence of this marking and keep it with the product certification documents.
Sources
- Frequently Asked Question CADiv SIRIM QAS International; accessed 2026-11-10
- Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI); accessed 2026-11-10
- CA-Product Certification SIRIM; accessed 2026-11-10
- Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry of International Trade and Industry; accessed 2026-11-10
- Machine/Equipment Jabatan Kastam Diraja Malaysia; accessed 2026-11-10
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