In this section you are able to download brochures that give you a succinct overview of the IEC, its role and structure, how it impacts global trade and supports industry.

The definition given in all IEC standards reads: "A normative document, developed according to consensus procedures, which has been approved by the IEC National Committee members of the …

Founded in 1906, the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) is the world’s leading organization for the preparation and publication of international standards for all electrical, electronic and related …

The brochure also provides an overview of IEC work in standardization and conformity assessment, including the 4 IEC Conformity Assessment Systems and the IEC Affiliate Country Programme.

The IEC is a global, not-for-profit membership organization, whose work underpins quality infrastructure and international trade in electrical and electronic goods.

The IEC offers these experts a neutral and independent platform where they can discuss and agree on state-of-the-art technical solutions with global relevance and reach. These are published as …

The IEC brings together close to ~170 countries, and about 30 000 experts cooperate on the global IEC platform to ensure that products work everywhere safely with each other.

IEC International Standards together with the services of the IEC Conformity Assessment (CA) Systems allow countries to build up reliable quality infrastructure, manage risk and help ensure that devices …

Upon admission, every IEC Member – one National Committee per country - promises to fully represent all private and public national interests in the field of electrotechnology at the global level in IEC …

Jan 20, 2026 · IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) is the world’s leading organization that prepares and publishes International Standards for all electrical, electronic and related technologies.