What is the certification of the Magic Keyboard?

The Magic Keyboard is an important combined portable electronic accessory. The built-in lithium battery is the main power part. its performance and reliability affect the working and amusement experience of the users, and are also crucial for the safety of both individuals and the equipment. Lithium batteries have a high energy density and chemical reactivity, which may lead to some safety problems when there are overcharging, short circuits, high/low temperature conditions, external vibrations or impacts. In order to prevent the risks of lithium batteries from the beginning and guarantee the safety of the users, the Magic Keyboard makes use of a system of international recognized battery certifications to form a safe protection system with strict standards.

From the viewpoint of regulation, these certifications are divided into two kinds: compulsory and optional. The compulsory certifications include EU CE, Japanese PSE, Korean KC, US FCC, Taiwan BSMI and UN38.3 transportation certification. The optional certifications comprise RoHS and US UL. All these certifications are involved in every stage of the product development, manufacturing, transportation, everyday usage and environmental compliance.

I. Mandatory certifications – the essential marketentry requirements for Magic Keyboard battery safety, covering global mainstream compliance standards and eliminating potential hazards.

1. CE certification is a mandatory EU access certification for the safety and environmental compliance of batteries and battery-powered products. It is primarily governed by the new Regulation (EU) 2023/1542. Products without this certification cannot be cleared by customs or sold within the European Union. It confirms compliance with EU legal requirements regarding safety, health, environmental protection, and consumer rights. CE is not a single certification but an umbrella system. For battery products, It focuses on electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety, strictly testing against portable battery safety standards – preventing electromagnetic interference during battery operation while eliminating risks such as overload, leakage, and thermal runaway, thus meeting the EU’s strict electrical safety requirements.

2. PSE certification is a mandatory scheme in Japan governed by the Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law (DENAN). It is divided into two types: the diamond PSE mark and the circular PSE mark. The diamond PSE mark applies to specified electrical appliances, including storage batteries and lithiumion battery packs, requiring testing and certification by a registered body under Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI).The circular PSE symbol is used for non-designated electrical appliances. which allows manufacturers to selfdeclare compliance. Japanese PSE certification includes specific tests for structural integrity and abnormal condition protection of lithium cells and packs, strictly controlling cell defects, case damage, and abnormal heating to ensure safety under everyday bumps and minor impacts.

3. South Korea’s KC certification is a mandatory safety certification in South Korea, administered by the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS). Based on the Electrical Appliances Safety Control Act, it is an essential market access qualification for batteries and battery-powered products sold in South Korea. It fully verifies the charge/discharge cycle life, temperature adaptability, and fault protection mechanisms of the Magic Keyboard battery, preventing issues such as premature aging and abnormal high temperatures. Certified products shall be affixed with the KC mark on both the main unit and the built-in battery.

4. Taiwan’s BSMI certification tests battery electrical performance, safety construction, and operational stability, ensuring compliance with the regional market’s safety requirements.

5. FCC certification is the mandatory electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) certification issued by the US Federal Communications Commission for electronic products. It mainly applies to batterypowered devices with wireless communication functions, such as smart batteries with Bluetooth, WiFi, or 4G modules, as well as wireless charging pads. The core requirement is to ensure that the battery product does not cause harmful electromagnetic interference to other devices and is itself immune to such interference.

6. UN38.3 + MSDS certification report is universally recognized standard for the transportation of lithium batteries and articles including them. By conducting eight strict tests such as altitude simulation, thermal test, vibration, mechanical shock, etc., it makes sure that the batteries will not catch fire, explode or leak during air, land or water transportation under severe conditions, shocks or impacts, thereby ensuring the safety throughout the whole distribution process. MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) is a "safety data sheet" for the battery which provides information about its composition, hazards and emergency responses.

II. Voluntary authoritative certifications – providing advanced protection for Magic Keyboard battery safety, far exceeding basic industry safety standards.

1. The RoHS Directive (Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive) is aimed at protecting human health and the environment by restricting the use of hazardous substances. It strictly limits the content of harmful heavy metals such as lead, mercury, and cadmium in batteries and components, preventing the release of hazardous materials. This protects user health while ensuring environmentally responsible use of the product, balancing safety and environmental benefits. It is important to note that RoHS does not apply to standalone battery products, but to electrical and electronic equipment that contains batteries.

2.UL certification is a benchmark for global battery safety. It focuses on testing battery cells and packs under extreme conditions such as overcharge, external short circuit, crushing, and hightemperature abuse. Through multilevel risk testing, it validates the reliability of the battery’s protection mechanisms, significantly increasing safety margins in extreme scenarios.

III. Conclusion

From material control, structural design, and performance testing at the production stage, to risk mitigation during transport, and finally to charge/discharge protection, environmental adaptation, and fault protection during everyday use – each step is subject to rigorous verification. By leveraging these global certification systems, the Magic Keyboard prevents common lithiumbattery safety problems such as overheating, bulging, short circuits, leakage, fire, and transport incidents, while adapting to different regional usage environments and compliance requirements.

In summary, These international battery certifications give the main assurance of the safety and quality of the Magic Keyboard’s inbuilt battery. By means of standardised, strict and thorough tests and compliance controls, the product can not only withstand ordinary daily use but also extreme situations like transportation, physical shocks and temperature changes, protecting the users' safety at any time and establishing a reliable basis for longlasting stable and secure operation.