In Malaysia, it is an offense to offer for sale any communications equipment that do not comply with the standards of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission and that have not been certified. Most types of communications equipment are also subject to import controls. However, small quantities (one or two sets) of certain electronic equipment can be imported for an individual’s own use.
Some Examples
Example of prohibited electronics equipment:
- Broadcast receivers capable of receiving radio, communication within the ranges (68-87) MHz and (108-174) MHz except those designed to receive meteorological broadcasts at spot frequencies (except those for the use of the telecommunication authority)
- Electricity- or energy-saving devices that claim to reduce electricity consumption
- Cameras and recording devices that include images or text that states or implies the device can be used to record others without their knowledge
- Cameras that are embedded in other objects or that are designed to look like other objects, such as toothbrush holders, stuffed toys, clocks, or electrical outlets
Examples of electronics equipment which are required to comply with the standards of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission and certified:
- Scanning Receivers
- Military Communication Equipment
- Telephone Voice Changing Equipment
- Automatic Call Diverters
Examples of electronic equipment that may be imported for individual use:
- Internet enabled hand phone/mobile phone
- Stand-alone GPS equipment (air/maritime)
- Remote controlled toy
Additional Information
Detailed information can be obtained at:
Why does eBay have this policy?
eBay urges its sellers and buyers to comply with all governmental laws and regulations. Since the sale of certain electronic equipment has been prohibited or regulated in Malaysia, sellers may not list them on eBay.
Activity on eBay is required to follow this policy, the eBay User Agreement and all applicable laws, as well as respect the rights of third parties. If it doesn’t, eBay may take action consistent with applicable laws and the eBay User Agreement, and may even be legally required to do so. Such actions may include, as an example only: Removing the listing or other content, issuing a warning, restricting activity or account suspension.