The Electrical and Electronics Association of Malaysia (TEEAM) was represented by President Mr. Albert Tan at the engagement session on the implementation of Malaysia’s transition to the new electrical cable colour coding in accordance with IEC 60445, held on 5 August 2026.

The session focused on key aspects of the transition, including:

Implementation timeline

Production transition and stock management

Standards and certification

Cable labelling

Technical documentation

Market readiness

Monitoring mechanisms

The phased implementation aims to harmonise Malaysia’s wiring practices with international standards, minimise the risk of cable misidentification and further enhance electrical safety across the industry.

Key Implementation Date: 1 January 2029

From 1 January 2029, all new electrical wiring works, as well as upgrading and extension works involving new wiring, must use the new IEC 60445 cable colour code. The old colour code will no longer be permitted for new wiring from 1 January 2029.

During the transition period, both the existing and new cable colour codes are permitted to facilitate industry transition, manufacturing, stock clearance and project implementation.

Importantly, there is no requirement to rewire existing electrical installations that complied with the regulations in force at the time of installation. The new colour code applies mainly to new installations, renovations, extensions and upgrading works involving new wiring.

Where an electrical installation incorporates both old and new cable colour codes, the consumer distribution board shall be clearly labelled to indicate the use of mixed cable colour coding. This will alert competent persons carrying out inspection, testing, maintenance or alteration works.

TEEAM remains committed to working closely with Suruhanjaya Tenaga, industry stakeholders and the authorities to support a smooth and effective transition for Malaysia’s electrical and electronics industry.