IEC 60335
Household appliance safety
Domestic Appliances
Domestic and Home Appliance Testing
Safer Appliances for Everyday Comfort
Independent safety, reliability, performance and compliance testing for kitchen appliances, cleaning equipment, cooling products, personal care devices and connected home technologies.
Safety and Performance
Complete product evaluation
Global Markets
Compliance support
Real Use Condition Testing
Everyday Safety
Electric shock, overheating, fire and durability risks evaluated in one coordinated programme.
Safety Assessment
Shock, heat, fire, and short circuit risk assessment
Performance Testing
Functionality, energy efficiency, and durability testing
Environmental Testing
Temperature, humidity, vibration, and environmental condition testing
Compliance Testing
International standards and global market entry support
Why Testing Matters
Protect Users, Product Quality and Brand Reputation
Domestic appliances are central to modern homes and are frequently used near heat, water, food, children and sensitive electrical systems. Rigorous testing helps identify hazards before products reach customers.
METS Laboratories evaluates appliances under normal use, abnormal operation and environmental stress conditions to support safer design, credible performance claims and international compliance.
Built for Trust
Controlled safety and durability testing for reliable appliance
performance.
Electrical and Thermal Safety
Evaluation of electric shock, insulation, overheating and fire hazards.
Functionality and Endurance
Product operation and durability assessed under practical use conditions.
Energy Efficiency Assessment
Energy consumption and performance claims evaluated through controlled testing.
Technical Evidence for Market Access
Clear testing evidence prepared to support certification and regulatory compliance.
Appliances We Test
Testing Across the Modern Home
Testing scopes are selected according to product type, construction, electrical rating, operating environment, and target market.
Kitchen Appliances
Blenders, microwaves, coffee makers, ovens, refrigerators, and food processors.
Cleaning Equipment
Vacuum cleaners, washing machines, dishwashers, and robotic cleaning devices.
Cooling and Heating
Fans, air conditioners, heaters, dehumidifiers, and water coolers.
Small Domestic Appliances
Irons, electric kettles, hair dryers, toasters, and garment steamers.
Personal Care Devices
Electric shavers, toothbrushes, hair straighteners, and massage devices.
Home Entertainment
Smart home hubs, television accessories, speakers, and remote control devices.
Outdoor Appliances
Electric lawnmowers, garden tools, outdoor equipment, and portable air coolers.
Energy Efficient Devices
Solar powered appliances, efficient heaters, and LED lighting systems.
Testing Capabilities
A Complete Technical View of Appliance Safety and Reliability
The final testing scope depends on product type, intended use, construction, operating conditions, and destination market.
Integrated Test Programme
From Normal Operation to Controlled Fault Conditions
Appliances are evaluated through a coordinated combination of safety, performance, environmental, and compliance checks.
Electrical Safety
ActiveInsulation, leakage, earthing, and abnormal operation
Thermal Performance
ActiveTemperature rise, overheating, and heat resistance
Functional Endurance
ActiveRepeated use, component durability, and reliability
Environmental Resilience
ActiveTemperature, humidity, vibration, and storage conditions
Safety Assessment
Evaluation of electric shock, overheating, fire, mechanical, and short circuit risks under normal and abnormal operation.
Performance Testing
Verification of functionality, energy consumption, output, user controls, endurance, and durability under realistic usage conditions.
Environmental Testing
Simulation of temperature changes, humidity, vibration, storage, and transport stresses that may affect appliance stability.
Compliance Testing
Structured testing and reporting to support regulatory requirements, certification pathways, and international market entry.
Testing Standards
Recognised Requirements Translated into a Practical Test Plan
The applicable standard is selected according to the appliance type, intended function, construction, operating conditions, and destination market.
Recognised Testing Standards
Product requirements are mapped to suitable safety standards before testing begins.
IEC 60335 1
General safety requirements for household and similar electrical appliances.
IEC 60335 Part 2
Particular requirements selected according to appliance category and function.
EN 60335-1
General safety requirements for household and similar electrical appliances.
SASO/ UAE.S GSO IEC 60335-1
Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - General requirements.
CSA C22.2
Canadian safety requirements for applicable domestic electrical appliances.
From Product Review to Market Readiness
METS Laboratories coordinates samples, testing methods, evaluation, and reporting around your technical and regulatory objective.
01
Product and Market Review
Confirm appliance type, ratings, operating conditions, and destination market.
02
Defined Laboratory Scope
Select safety, performance, environmental, and compliance methods.
03
Controlled Evaluation
Generate traceable measurements, observations, findings, and results.
04
Technical Reporting
Support engineering improvement, customer approval, certification, and market entry.
Our Testing Process
A Clear Route from Sample Review to Final Report
A structured workflow keeps requirements visible, samples controlled and results easy to act on.
Requirement Review
We confirm the appliance type, intended use, electrical ratings, target standards and destination market.
Test Plan and Samples
Our team defines sample quantities, test methods, operating conditions and supporting documents.
Laboratory Evaluation
Safety, performance and environmental tests are completed using controlled laboratory methods.
Reporting and Support
You receive clear technical findings and guidance for corrective action or the next compliance step.
Why METS Laboratories
Testing Confidence for Products Used Every Day
Our team combines independent laboratory evaluation with practical technical support, helping manufacturers improve product safety, demonstrate reliable performance, and prepare for wider market access.
Start Your Testing ProjectUser Safety Focus
Testing targets electric shock, heat, fire, mechanical, and abnormal operation risks.
Reliable Performance
Functionality, endurance, and energy use are assessed under realistic operating conditions.
Global Compliance Support
Testing evidence can support recognised product safety and market entry requirements.
Clear Technical Reporting
Actionable findings support engineering decisions, corrective action, and certification.