This standard specifies the requirements for flexible cords, elevator cables, and hoistway cables, rated 600 V maximum, and intended for use in accordance with CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), Part I and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 0, General Requirements - Canadian Electrical Code, Part II, in Canada, NOM-001-SEDE, La Norma de Instalaciones Electricas (Mexican Electrical Code [MEC]), in Mexico, and NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC), in the United States.
This standard covers the following products:
a) service cords;
b) elevator cables;
c) hoistway cables;
d) heater cords;
e) range and dryer cords;
f) cords for decorative lighting;
g) tinsel and lamp cords; and
h) special use cords.
In cases where product types are not approved in all three countries, a national difference is indicated by superscripts, as shown below:
| Superscript letter | National difference |
|---|---|
| c | For use in Canada only |
| m | For use in Mexico only |
| u | For use in United States only |
| c,m | For use in Canada and Mexico only |
| c,u | For use in Canada and United States only |
| m,u | For use in Mexico and United States only |