Power Plug & Outlet Types by Country — Complete Reference Guide
Choosing the correct power cord plug for your target market is critical for safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction. Below is a complete reference table of plug types, voltage, frequency, and certification marks by country. Use the search box to find your market instantly.
| Country | Plug Type | Voltage | Frequency | Certification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | A, B | 120 V | 60 Hz | UL / cUL / ETL |
| Canada | A, B | 120 V | 60 Hz | CSA / cUL |
| United Kingdom | G | 230 V | 50 Hz | UKCA / BS 1363 |
| Germany | C, F | 230 V | 50 Hz | CE / VDE / GS |
| France | C, E | 230 V | 50 Hz | CE / NF |
| Italy | C, F, L | 230 V | 50 Hz | CE / IMQ |
| Spain | C, F | 230 V | 50 Hz | CE / AENOR |
| Netherlands | C, F | 230 V | 50 Hz | CE / KEMA |
| Belgium | C, E | 230 V | 50 Hz | CE / CEBEC |
| Sweden | C, F | 230 V | 50 Hz | CE / SEMKO |
| Switzerland | C, J | 230 V | 50 Hz | SEV / ESTI |
| Denmark | C, E, K | 230 V | 50 Hz | CE / DEMKO |
| Austria | C, F | 230 V | 50 Hz | CE / ÖVE |
| Poland | C, E | 230 V | 50 Hz | CE / B |
| Czech Republic | C, E | 230 V | 50 Hz | CE / EZÚ |
| Norway | C, F | 230 V | 50 Hz | CE / NEMKO |
| Finland | C, F | 230 V | 50 Hz | CE / FIMKO |
| Russia | C, F | 220 V | 50 Hz | EAC |
| Ukraine | C, F | 220 V | 50 Hz | EAC / UA |
| Turkey | C, F | 230 V | 50 Hz | TSE |
| Australia | I | 230 V | 50 Hz | SAA / RCM |
| New Zealand | I | 230 V | 50 Hz | RCM |
| Japan | A, B | 100 V | 50 / 60 Hz | PSE |
| South Korea | C, F | 220 V | 60 Hz | KC |
| China | A, C, I | 220 V | 50 Hz | CCC |
| Hong Kong | G | 220 V | 50 Hz | HKSI |
| Taiwan | A, B | 110 V | 60 Hz | BSMI |
| India | C, D, M | 230 V | 50 Hz | BIS / ISI |
| Brazil | N | 127 / 220 V | 60 Hz | INMETRO |
| Argentina | C, I | 220 V | 50 Hz | S-Mark |
| Chile | C, L | 220 V | 50 Hz | SEC |
| Mexico | A, B | 127 V | 60 Hz | NOM |
| South Africa | M, N | 230 V | 50 Hz | SABS / NRCS |
| United Arab Emirates | G | 230 V | 50 Hz | ESMA |
| Saudi Arabia | G | 220 / 230 V | 60 Hz | SASO / G-Mark |
| Israel | C, H | 230 V | 50 Hz | SII |
| Singapore | G | 230 V | 50 Hz | Safety Mark |
| Malaysia | G | 240 V | 50 Hz | SIRIM |
| Thailand | A, B, C, O | 220 V | 50 Hz | TISI |
| Vietnam | A, C | 220 V | 50 Hz | CR Mark |
| Indonesia | C, F | 230 V | 50 Hz | SNI |
| Philippines | A, B, C | 220 V | 60 Hz | PS / ICC |
| Egypt | C, F | 220 V | 50 Hz | EOS |
| Nigeria | D, G | 230 V | 50 Hz | SONCAP |
What Do the Plug Type Letters Mean?
- Type A / B — North American & Japan flat-pin plugs (NEMA 1-15 / 5-15).
- Type C / E / F — European round-pin plugs (Europlug / French / Schuko).
- Type G — UK / Singapore / Malaysia rectangular-pin plug (BS 1363).
- Type I — Australia / New Zealand / China / Argentina angled flat-pin plug (AS/NZS 3112).
- Type J — Switzerland (SEV 1011).
- Type L — Italy (CEI 23-16).
- Type M / N — South Africa (SANS 164-1/2) & Brazil (NBR 14136).
- Type D — India (BS 546 5A).
- Type H — Israel (SI 32).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which plug type is used in the United States?
The United States uses Type A and Type B plugs at 120 V / 60 Hz, certified to UL or cUL standards.
What voltage and plug does the United Kingdom use?
The United Kingdom uses Type G plugs (BS 1363) at 230 V / 50 Hz, certified to UKCA or BS standards.
Do I need different certifications for different countries?
Yes. Each market has its own safety mark — UL/cUL for North America, CE/VDE for Europe, SAA/RCM for Australia, KC for Korea, PSE for Japan, BIS for India, and so on. HENG-WELL provides certified power cords for all major global markets.
