With the rise of cross-border e-commerce, entering the Japanese Amazon market has become the goal of many merchants. However, in order to sell live products on Amazon Japan, you must go through the Japanese meti filing process to ensure that the product meets the relevant regulatory standards to avoid the risk of being taken off the shelves. This article will delve into what is the filing of METI in Japan, as well as its process and required information.
One. What is a Japan METI filing?
METI filing refers to the process of submitting a product's PSE certificate to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) for filing. This step is key to ensuring that live products are legally available in the Japanese market, as Japanese regulations require products to have a PSE certificate and complete a METI filing before listing on Amazon.
Two. Detailed explanation of the METI ICP filing process:
1.Submit complete information
Before initiating the METI filing process, first make sure that you have the following complete information:
PSE certificate and test report.
Product manuals and specifications in English or Japanese.
Warranty statement for the product.
An application form to be filled out in accordance with the PSE certificate requirements.
Products**. 2.Japanese importers submit documents to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
Once the documents are complete, submit these documents to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. In this step, the Japanese importer will take on the role of submitter and must therefore ensure that a locally registered ** company is found to meet the obligation to submit the information.
3.The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry will review and file for the record
After submitting the documents, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry will review the documents. Once approved, the product will successfully complete the METI filing. This process is usually completed within 1-2 weeks.
4.Issue the original filing letter + electronic file
After the review is approved, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry will issue the original filing letter and the corresponding electronic file for the METI filing. These two documents are the key credentials for the product to be listed on Amazon Japan.
Three. METI ICP filing cycle
The entire process of METI filing is relatively quick and usually takes only 1-2 weeks. At the same time, the application period for PSE certificate is approximatefor 7-10 working daysThe whole process is relatively efficient.
Four. Summary
To successfully sell live products on Amazon Japan, make sure you have all the necessary documents ready in advance during the meti filing process. This includes not only the PSE certificate, but also the detailed description of the product, the warranty statement and other information. By understanding the process and required documents for METI filing, you can lay the foundation for a smooth entry into the Japanese market, ensuring that your products are legally listed on the shelves and avoiding unnecessary risks.