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China-to-Iraq Wireless / IoT Device Compliance Gap Matrix (CMC Type Approval)

AI-compiled from official public sources — cross-checked by multiple AI models, not human-verified. Informational only; see disclaimer. Public-interest, source-linked comparison of common China Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LoRa, and IoT device documentation against Iraq CMC mandatory type approval requirements, ITTA technical standards, electrical safety under 230 V / 50 Hz (Type D / Type G plug), authorized importer and Arabic labelling requirements, and Iraq customs and import compliance considerations.

Dataset 2026-06-11 Last verified 2026-06-17 6 rows

GAP MATRIX

Compliance Gap Matrix

Gap matrix
Compliance item Common China baseline Iraq (CMC / ITTA) Gap / action Source + verification date
CMC Mandatory Radio Type Approval In China, radio type approval is administered by MIIT/SRRC (State Radio Regulation of China). Telecom terminal equipment additionally requires a MIIT Network Access License (NAL). CCC (China Compulsory Certification) covers electrical safety and EMC for in-scope products under the CCC catalogue. These Chinese approvals establish the baseline but are not recognized by Iraq CMC.MIIT SRRC Radio Type Approval (Regulations on Radio Administration, Article 58)
MIIT Network Access License (NAL) — Measures for Telecom Equipment Access
CCC (GB 4943.1 safety, GB/T 9254 EMC)		 All radio and telecom terminal equipment (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular, LoRa, IoT, and any device using radio spectrum) must obtain CMC mandatory type approval from the Communications and Media Commission (هيئة الإعلام والاتصالات) before import or sale in Iraq. CMC is the federal regulatory authority for telecommunications and spectrum management in Iraq. The approval number and CMC mark must appear on the device and packaging label. Test reports from a recognised laboratory to ITU or internationally accepted EMC/radio standards are required as part of the application dossier. CE Declaration of Conformity, FCC ID, and SRRC certificates are not accepted as substitutes. The Iraqi Kurdistan Region (KRG) falls under the same federal CMC rules, though KRG may have additional autonomous administrative procedures.Iraq Communications and Media Commission Law No. 65 of 2004
CMC Type Approval Regulations and Procedures
ITU-R Radio Regulations (spectrum and technical parameters)
ITTA (Iraqi Telecom and Technology Authority) technical standards references		 CMC type approval is a wholly independent process from SRRC, CCC, CE, or FCC. Neither SRRC approval nor CCC certification is recognised by Iraq CMC. 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are generally permitted under CMC frequency management; 5 GHz WLAN status varies by sub-band and should be confirmed with CMC before product launch. A fresh CMC application with test reports, CMC mark, and approval number on label and packaging is required for every model sold or imported into Iraq.[INFORMATIONAL] CMC type approval is mandatory for all wireless and telecom terminal equipment imported or sold in Iraq. SRRC, CCC, CE DoC, and FCC ID are not accepted substitutes. Confirm 5 GHz band permissions with CMC prior to import. CMC — Communications and Media Commission of Iraq (هيئة الإعلام والاتصالات)2026-06-17 · reference
Iraq Customs, Import Procedures, and Sanctions Due Diligence China's export control framework under the Export Control Law (2020) and dual-use regulations (Regulations on Export Control of Dual-Use Items and Technologies) requires MOFCOM licences for controlled items. SRRC and CCC certifications address domestic China market access but do not incorporate export control screening. Chinese exporters must independently assess US EAR jurisdiction (particularly for items with US-origin technology or components) and OFAC screening for Iraq-destined shipments.China Export Control Law (2020)
China Regulations on Export Control of Dual-Use Items and Technologies
MOFCOM export licence requirements
China Customs Law — export declaration requirements		 Importing wireless and telecom devices into Iraq involves complex customs and import procedures overseen by the General Commission for Taxes and the State Company for Import and Export (under the Iraq Ministry of Trade). Import permits, customs declarations, and certificates of origin are required. Iraq has a history of exposure to US and EU sanctions frameworks (historical UN sanctions post-1990, and ongoing due diligence requirements under US OFAC and EU sanctions regimes related to certain entities and parties in the region). Chinese exporters must conduct export control and sanctions due diligence to ensure the specific product, end-user, and end-use do not trigger US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), EU dual-use export controls, or OFAC sanctions. Dual-use technology components (encryption, certain radio technologies) may require export licences from China's MOFCOM under China's Export Control Law. Security and logistics due diligence is advised given ground conditions; exporters should consult experienced freight forwarders and legal counsel familiar with Iraq operations.Iraq Customs Law No. 23 of 1984 (as amended)
Iraq Ministry of Trade import permit regulations
US Export Administration Regulations (EAR) — BIS
US OFAC sanctions (Iraq-related designations and general licences)
EU Dual-Use Regulation (EU) 2021/821
China Export Control Law (2020) — MOFCOM
UN Security Council Iraq sanctions history (UNSCR 661 et seq., lifted 2003 for most categories)		 Iraq's complex import procedures, historical sanctions exposure, and current due diligence obligations under US EAR/OFAC and EU dual-use frameworks create material compliance steps beyond the product regulatory requirements. Encryption-capable wireless devices (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular) may be subject to US EAR export licensing (EAR99 or ECCN 5A992/5E002) and must be screened against the Entity List and OFAC SDN list. Iraq import permits and Ministry of Trade documentation are required in addition to CMC type approval. Ground logistics and security conditions should be assessed through experienced local freight partners. These steps are independent of and additive to the CMC type approval process.[INFORMATIONAL] Iraq imports require customs permits, Ministry of Trade documentation, and certificates of origin in addition to CMC type approval. Encryption-capable wireless devices must be screened under US EAR and OFAC SDN/Entity List requirements. China exporters must assess their own export control obligations under the China Export Control Law. Engage experienced legal counsel and freight partners with Iraq expertise before shipment. US OFAC — Office of Foreign Assets Control; Iraq Ministry of Trade; BIS Export Administration2026-06-17 · reference
Electrical Safety — 230 V / 50 Hz, Plug Type D and Type G China operates on 220 V / 50 Hz. The standard plug is Type I (Australia/China 3-flat-pin, AS/NZS 3112) as well as Type A (2-flat-pin) for smaller appliances. CCC certification under GB 4943.1 covers electrical safety for IT and AV equipment. Products destined for Iraq require voltage compatibility check (220 V vs 230 V — typically within tolerance) and plug type conversion from Type I/A to Type D or G.CCC (GB 4943.1 — IT equipment electrical safety)
China mains: 220 V / 50 Hz
AS/NZS 3112 (Type I plug — China/Australia standard)		 Iraq operates on 230 V / 50 Hz mains supply. Two plug types are in common use due to the country's mixed infrastructure legacy: Type D (old Indian 3-round-pin, BS 546 standard, prevalent in older buildings and legacy installations) and Type G (UK 3-pin rectangular, BS 1363, prevalent in newer construction and post-2003 reconstruction). Mains-powered wireless devices must be compatible with 230 V / 50 Hz and ideally support both plug configurations or be supplied with appropriate adapters for the Iraqi market. Electrical safety testing to IEC 62368-1 (or IEC 60950-1 for legacy stock) is expected. No specific Iraq national standards body has published a localized electrical safety standard equivalent to ESMA or SASO; IEC standards are the primary international reference used by regulatory stakeholders.IEC 62368-1:2023 (Audio/video, IT and communication technology equipment — Safety)
IEC 60950-1 (legacy reference for existing stock)
BS 546 (Type D plug — 3-round-pin, 5 A)
BS 1363 (Type G plug — UK 3-pin rectangular)
IEC 60083 (plug and socket outlet standards by country)
Iraq mains: 230 V / 50 Hz		 Iraq uses Type D and Type G plugs at 230 V / 50 Hz; China uses Type I / Type A at 220 V / 50 Hz. Products must be supplied with Type D or Type G plugs or universal adapters for the Iraq market. The 10 V voltage difference (220 V vs 230 V) is within IEC tolerance for most universal-input power supplies (100–240 V range), but should be confirmed for fixed-voltage devices. IEC 62368-1 is the internationally accepted safety standard; CCC GB 4943.1 test reports may support but do not substitute for a new IEC 62368-1 assessment against 230 V / Type D / Type G conditions.[INFORMATIONAL] Mains-powered devices for Iraq must support 230 V / 50 Hz and be supplied with Type D or Type G plugs. IEC 62368-1 is the applicable electrical safety standard. CCC GB 4943.1 reports do not substitute for a 230 V / Type D / Type G safety assessment. Verify fixed-voltage device compatibility before export. IEC World Plugs — Iraq; IEC 62368-1 standard2026-06-17 · reference
EMC Testing to ITU / ITTA-Referenced Standards (CMC Type Approval Requirement) In China, EMC compliance for IT and radio equipment is governed by GB/T 9254 (conducted and radiated emissions for ISM/IT equipment) and GB 17625.1 (harmonic current emissions). SRRC type approval includes radio parameter measurements but does not encompass the full ITU/ETSI EN 301 489 EMC test scope. CCC certification includes EMC under GB/T 9254 for in-scope products.GB/T 9254-2008 / GB/T 9254.1-2021 (IT equipment EMC emissions)
GB 17625.1 (Harmonic current emissions)
SRRC type approval (radio parameter testing, not full EMC)		 CMC type approval requires EMC and radio parameter test reports from a recognised laboratory demonstrating conformance with ITU-R recommendations or internationally accepted EMC standards applicable to the device category. The Iraqi Telecom and Technology Authority (ITTA) provides input on technical standards references. For Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices, ITU-T and ETSI EN 301 489 series standards are commonly referenced. For other radio categories (LoRa/SRD, cellular), the applicable ITU-R or ETSI sub-standards apply. EMC test evidence is submitted as part of the CMC type approval application dossier. Chinese GB EMC standards (GB/T 9254, GB 17625) are not independently accepted by CMC.ITU-R Radio Regulations and ITU-R Recommendations (radio parameters)
ITU-T K series (EMC protection)
ETSI EN 301 489-1 (Common EMC requirements for radio equipment, referenced by ITTA)
ETSI EN 301 489-17 (EMC for wideband data / WLAN / Bluetooth)
IEC 61000-4 series (immunity test methods)
ITTA technical standards references		 CMC requires EMC evidence to ITU-R or ETSI EN 301 489 series standards, which differ in test methods, limits, and frequency ranges from Chinese GB/T 9254. A new EMC test campaign at a CMC-accepted accredited laboratory is required. Existing SRRC and CCC EMC reports to GB standards cannot be reused for CMC. The ETSI EN 301 489 framework also covers immunity testing (IEC 61000-4 series) beyond the SRRC radio parameter scope.[INFORMATIONAL] EMC testing to ITU-R or ETSI EN 301 489 series at a CMC-accepted accredited laboratory is required as part of CMC type approval. Chinese GB/T 9254 and SRRC EMC test reports are not independently accepted by CMC. CMC — Communications and Media Commission of Iraq; ITTA — Iraqi Telecom and Technology Authority2026-06-17 · reference
Arabic and Kurdish Labelling Requirements In China, product labels must include Chinese-language descriptions of product name, model, power ratings, manufacturer name, country of origin, and CCC mark (where applicable). Mandatory Chinese labelling is enforced by the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) under the Law on the Protection of Consumer Rights and Interests.China Law on the Protection of Consumer Rights and Interests
SAMR product labelling requirements
CCC mark labelling (GB 4943.1, GB/T 9254 scope)		 Product labelling and user documentation in Arabic is expected for consumer wireless devices sold in Iraq. In the Iraqi Kurdistan Region (KRG), Kurdish-language labelling may be expected in addition to Arabic. Labels must include the CMC approval number, model designation, power specifications (voltage and frequency: 230 V / 50 Hz), manufacturer name and country of origin, and importer/distributor contact information. Packaging and user manuals in English-only are generally not accepted for consumer retail in Iraq. The Ministry of Trade (MoT) and consumer protection regulations reinforce Arabic labelling obligations.Iraq Ministry of Trade consumer protection regulations
CMC Type Approval labelling requirements
Iraq Consumer Protection Law No. 1 of 2010		 Chinese-language-only labels do not satisfy Iraq requirements. New Arabic-language labels (and Kurdish where applicable) must be produced for the Iraq market, incorporating the CMC approval number and Iraqi importer contact details. English-only user manuals are generally insufficient for consumer retail distribution in Iraq.[INFORMATIONAL] Arabic-language labelling and user documentation are required for consumer wireless devices sold in Iraq. CMC approval number and Iraqi importer details must appear on labels. Kurdish labelling is additionally expected in the KRG. Chinese-only labels do not comply. CMC — Communications and Media Commission of Iraq; Iraq Ministry of Trade2026-06-17 · reference
Local Importer / CMC-Registered Agent Requirement In China, foreign manufacturers typically work through a China-registered entity (WFOE, JV, or distributor) or a China-based authorized representative for CCC certification and SRRC type approval. The authorized representative or importer's information must appear on product labels sold in China. China's CNCA and MIIT require a China-registered entity to hold or co-hold the relevant certifications.CNCA CCC authorized applicant requirements
MIIT SRRC applicant registration (China-registered entity)
China Foreign Investment Law (2019)		 Iraq requires a local Iraqi importer or CMC-registered authorized agent for the import and distribution of wireless and telecom equipment. The local importer or agent is responsible for the CMC type approval application (or co-signing the application with the foreign manufacturer), ensuring labelling compliance, and handling after-sales and customs formalities. The agent must be registered with CMC and may additionally require registration with the Iraq Ministry of Trade. Foreign manufacturers without a locally registered entity cannot independently import or sell regulated telecom/radio equipment in Iraq. The agent's name and contact details must appear on the product label and import documentation.Iraq Communications and Media Commission Law No. 65 of 2004
CMC type approval agent registration requirements
Iraq Ministry of Trade importer registration regulations
Iraq Investment Law No. 13 of 2006 (foreign entity requirements)		 A locally registered Iraqi importer or CMC-registered agent is required; a China-based entity cannot act as the Iraq market representative. The importer must be identified on all product labels, CMC applications, and customs import documents. Iraqi business registration and CMC agent registration are separate processes from Chinese distributor or entity arrangements. Exporters must establish or contract an Iraq-based business partner before the CMC application can proceed.[INFORMATIONAL] A locally registered Iraqi importer or CMC-registered agent is mandatory for importing and selling wireless and telecom equipment in Iraq. The importer must be identified on labels, CMC applications, and customs documents. A China-based entity cannot serve as the Iraq market representative. CMC — Communications and Media Commission of Iraq; Iraq Ministry of Trade2026-06-17 · reference

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