Sell in IsraelIsraeli Standards (SII)

Israeli Standards (SII) Compliance

Is your CE mark enough to sell in Israel? Usually not. Here's how Israeli Standards (SII / ת״י) compliance works — and how we handle it for you.

⚠️ The most important thing to know: CE ≠ SII. A European CE mark does not automatically permit sale in Israel. Many products must meet the relevant Israeli Standard (SII / "ת״י") and carry Hebrew labeling. This is the #1 reason shipments get stuck at Israeli customs.

What is the SII (Israeli Standards Institution)?

The Standards Institution of Israel (SII, "מכון התקנים") sets and enforces the mandatory standards ("ת״י" — Tav Taqan) that many products must meet to be legally imported and sold in Israel. Categories like electronics, lighting, toys, products for children and many others fall under mandatory standards.

Which products typically need SII approval?

Product typeTypical Israeli Standard (verify per product)
Lighting & luminairesSI 60598
Household electrical appliancesSI 60335 series
Plugs & voltageIsraeli plug SI 32 · 230V / 50Hz
Wireless products (WiFi/BT/RF)Ministry of Communications type approval (in addition to SII)
Furniture (wood panels)SI 1913 (formaldehyde emission)
Textiles & apparelMandatory Hebrew labeling (fiber, origin, care)

The exact requirement and "import group" are determined per product with the authorities and the customs broker.

Hebrew labeling

Beyond the standard itself, most consumer products require Hebrew labeling — including importer details, usage and safety information, and category-specific data (e.g. fiber content for textiles). Missing or non-Hebrew labels can delay clearance.

How we handle compliance for you

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