Introduction

On April 29th, 2022, ANATEL issued the new Act 5159, which replaces the previous Act 3481. This update brings revised technical requirements and testing procedures for mobile phone chargers. The most significant updates include:

• Clarification on evaluating USB interfaces, including those utilized in vehicles.
• Adjustments to laws to incorporate new testing protocols for mobile chargers used in vehicles.

Coverage

The requirements outlined in the new Act apply to the following mobile phone chargers:

• Portable chargers powered by an alternating current electrical energy network (e.g., residential chargers).
• Portable chargers powered by a direct current source (e.g., vehicle chargers).
• Inductive chargers, irrespective of whether the power supply is alternating or direct current.
• Special-purpose USB interfaces (ports) for supplying power to electronic devices, without data transmission capabilities, regardless of the type of electrical power supply.

Note: USB interfaces integrated into the electrical/electronic design of equipment (e.g., TVs, computers, multimedia centers) are not encompassed by these requirements.

The new Act 5159 will take effect 180 days after its publication in ANATEL's Electronic Service Bulletin, specifically on Wednesday, October 26th, 2022.