On 6 July 2026, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) issued a notice announcing the implementation of two technical codes for communication and hybrid equipment, both published on 5 May 2026.
MCMC provided a six-month grace period. The new rules become fully mandatory from 5 November 2026.
Devices submitted for new certification must comply with both codes.
Standards implemented
Short-Range Radio Equipment Code (Third Revision)
- Standard number: MCMC MTSFB TC T007:2026
Replaces the 2020 edition and is the core dedicated standard for short-range radio products. - Covered categories: RFID, wireless microphones, security devices, ISM industrial equipment, UWB devices, automotive radar, 6 GHz RLAN equipment and the full range of short-range radio products;
- Technical changes: updated multi-band output power limits and spurious emission thresholds, removed the 3400–3700 MHz range from the UWB bands, and added technical requirements for the 5925–6425 MHz band;
- Simplified compliance: FCC Part 15 reports are accepted for conversion in the 5470–5650 MHz band, reducing testing costs for companies.
Baseline Requirements for Telecom Equipment
- Standard number: MCMC MTSFB TC T022:2026
- As the common baseline standard for telecom equipment, it unifies the underlying requirements for certification across all product categories, covering six core dimensions: device marking, interoperability, IPv6 support, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), electrical safety and power density. It is a mandatory basis for all telecom equipment certification.
Timeline
- Code registration: 5 May 2026 (MCMC completed registration of the technical codes)
- Certification implementation notice: 6 July 2026 (SIRIM formally issued the certification implementation notice)
- Mandatory enforcement: 5 November 2026