Product Safety in Singapore
Reviewed by the Commoner Law Editorial Team. Sourced from Singapore Acts of Parliament, subsidiary legislation, and official government guidance. Written in plain language for general understanding — this is educational content, not legal advice. Our editorial standards
What is this right?
Consumer goods sold in Singapore must meet safety standards:
- Controlled goods: 33 categories of household electrical, electronic, and gas products are controlled goods that must carry the SAFETY Mark to be sold in Singapore.
- SAFETY Mark: Indicates the product has been tested and certified to meet safety standards. Look for it on plugs, adaptors, charging cables, cooking appliances, and more.
- Product recalls: Enterprise Singapore can order mandatory recalls of unsafe products.
- General safety duty: Even non-controlled goods must be reasonably safe for normal use.
When does it apply?
- You have purchased a consumer product that is defective, dangerous, or does not carry a required SAFETY Mark.
- A product has caused injury to you or damaged your property.
What to Do If a Consumer Product You Bought in Singapore Is Unsafe or Has Injured You
- Stop using the product immediately if it appears dangerous.
- Check if the product has been recalled — visit the Enterprise Singapore website for active recalls.
- Report unsafe products to Enterprise Singapore ([email protected]).
- For injuries caused by defective products, you may have a negligence or product liability claim against the manufacturer or seller — seek legal advice.
What should you NOT do?
- Don't buy electrical products without the SAFETY Mark — especially from overseas sellers on e-commerce platforms.
- Don't modify or tamper with safety features — this voids your legal protections.
- Don't throw away the defective product before documenting the defect — take photos and keep it as evidence.
Common Questions
What is the SAFETY Mark on Singapore products?
The SAFETY Mark indicates that a product has been tested and certified to meet safety standards. It is required on 33 categories of controlled goods — household electrical, electronic, and gas products — before they can be sold in Singapore. Look for it on plugs, adaptors, charging cables, and cooking appliances. Avoid buying electrical products without the SAFETY Mark, especially from overseas sellers.
Who do I report unsafe products to in Singapore?
Enterprise Singapore regulates consumer product safety and can order mandatory recalls of unsafe products. Report unsafe products to [email protected]. You can also check the Enterprise Singapore website for active recalls before using a product you suspect is dangerous.
What should I do if a product injured me in Singapore?
Stop using the product immediately and take photos to document the defect — do not throw it away, as it is evidence. You may have a negligence or product liability claim against the manufacturer or seller, so seek legal advice. Do not modify or tamper with safety features, as this voids your legal protections.
When does it apply — product safety?
You have purchased a consumer product that is defective, dangerous, or does not carry a required SAFETY Mark.A product has caused injury to you or damaged your property.
What should I do if a product I bought in Singapore lacks the SAFETY Mark or has caused me injury?
Stop using the product immediately if it appears dangerous.Check if the product has been recalled — visit the Enterprise Singapore website for active recalls.Report unsafe products to Enterprise Singapore ([email protected]).For injuries caused by defective products, you may have a negligence or product liability claim against the manufacturer or seller — seek legal advice.
What should you NOT do — product safety?
Don't buy electrical products without the SAFETY Mark — especially from overseas sellers on e-commerce platforms.Don't modify or tamper with safety features — this voids your legal protections.Don't throw away the defective product before documenting the defect — take photos and keep it as evidence.