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EU Conformity to USB-IF Specifications (IEC 62680)

In the European market, USB Type-C® and USB Power Delivery (USB PD) have become the core of the common charging solution. The EU Common Charger Directive and Radio Equipment Directive (RED) require relevant products to comply with the USB-IF Specifications (IEC 62680).

USB Type-C to Become Mandatory How to Ensure Product Compliance with the Latest EU Regulations?

As a USB-IF authorized Independent Test Lab (ITL), iST provides EU Conformity testing services to help OEMs and ODMs achieve fast and effective compliance with EU regulatory requirements before product shipment. According to EU legislation, 13 categories of devices—including smartphones and laptops—must comply with USB Type-C® and Power Delivery standards. Testing reduces risks by preventing rejection or withdrawal due to non-compliance, while accelerating time-to-market.

The EU Conformity Program is fully aligned with EU legislative requirements and covers the complete set of charging protocol specifications, primarily based on the following technical documents:

  • The ‘Universal Serial Bus Power Delivery Specification, Revision 3.2, Version 1.1, 2024-10’ issued by the USB Promoter Group and the USB-IF.
    IEC 62680-1-2:2024
  • The ‘Universal Serial Bus Type-C® Cable and Connector Specification, Release 2.4, October 2024’ issued by the USB 3.0 Promoter Group and the USB-IF.
    IEC 62680-1-3:2024

  • What can iST do for you

    How to Begin EU Conformity Testing

    1. Contact us – Provide your product information and requirements, and we will evaluate the applicable EU Conformity testing scope.
    2. Document preparation – Customers must provide the product VIF, test samples, and Connector TID.
      More information→ USB Vendor Info File Generator
    3. Test execution – Testing is carried out according to EU Conformity to USB-IF Specifications (IEC 62680).
    4. Test report – Upon completion, a full report is delivered with guidance on results and next steps.
    5. TID application & listing – Products that pass testing will receive certification and be listed on the official USB-IF EU Conformity registry.(View Sample)
    6. Other Advantages – iST assists customers in applying for Qualification by Similarity (QbS) with USB-IF, enabling multiple SKUs with the same design to share test results—reducing both cost and time.(View Sample)

The Superiority of iST

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Officially authorized by USB-IF, qualified to perform full USB product certification testing.

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Closely collaborates with USB-IF to ensure testing standards meet international specifications.

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Provides one-stop service from testing to certification consulting for faster time-to-market.

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With the extensive background of the engineers in the iST team covering digital and analog IC design, design of system hardware and software, and driver design, iST can efficiently assist clients in development and obtaining relevant certifications.

 

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iST is one of the few one-stop service companies providing testing service of engineering techniques that include IC development, FIB, ESD, reliability verification, signal testing certification, and failure analysis.

  • List of Products for USB Testing
  • Host: A Windows operating system capable of connecting to USB devices.
  • Hub: Provides multiple USB ports for connecting multiple devices.
  • Device: A device capable of connecting to a USB host or hub.
  • Charger: Used to supply power to USB devices.
  • Embedded Host: Non-Windows operating system, such as Chrome, Linux, Android.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Here are some of the most common questions about the USB-IF EU Conformity testing process, provided for your reference.
Q：Can a Type-C connector apply for USB-IF EU Conformity without obtaining a TID?
A：No. A valid TID is required for any Type-C connector.

Q：If a product has already passed USB-IF Compliance, is USB-IF EU Conformity still required?
A：No. The USB-IF Compliance test already covers the IEC 62680 conformity requirements.

Q ：After passing USB-IF EU Conformity, can the product use the USB-IF logo?
A ：No. Only products that have passed the official USB-IF Compliance Test Program are authorized to use the USB-IF logo.

Q ：If a product passed USB-IF Compliance testing several years ago, can it still apply for USB-IF EU Conformity now?
A ：In principle, yes. However, we will need to review which version of the Power Delivery specification was certified at that time.

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