Trade compliance reports from late August 2026 confirm that Egypt is upgrading mandatory safety and energy performance requirements for imported small appliances. Mandated by Ministerial Decree, standard ES 1781:2025 applies broadly across electric kettles, blenders, toaster ovens, and hair care appliances. The updated code requires internal wiring insulation, enclosure flammability ratings, and shock protection to align with the latest IEC 60335 baselines under high-humidity conditions. Furthermore, shipments must undergo pre-shipment inspections by accredited bodies (e.g., TÜV Rheinland) under the GOEIC VoC scheme to obtain clearance Certificates of Conformity (CoC). Compliance advisors urge manufacturers exporting to Egypt to update testing documentation to prevent costly port delays.