Accepted Manuscript version Journal Version: Wireless Power Transfer http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/wpt.2014.13 Page 1 of 24 The Regulatory Framework For Wireless Power Transfer Systems C. Kalialakis 1,2 and A.Georgiadis 3 1 Radiocommunications Laboratory, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, GR54124, Thessaloniki,Greece 2 EETT, Thessaloniki State Airport, GR55103, Thessaloniki,Greece kalialakis@ieee.org 3 Centre Tecnològic de Telecomunicacions de Catalunya-CTTC, Castelldefels 08860,Barcelona, Spain, e-mail: apostolos.georgiadis@cttc.es Abstract A survey of the regulatory framework pertinent to Wireless Power Transfer systems is given. Both technical (power and frequency) considerations along with health safety radiation compliance are examined. A primer on regulatory processes is also included to facilitate the understanding of the developments. The current state is analysed and ongoing regulatory activities across the globe are discussed. Furthermore, a review of recent radiation safety studies of WPT systems is included. I. Introduction Wireless power transfer (WPT) is gaining importance in several sectors; telecoms, automotive industries, medical electronics, sensors [1]-[6]. The most prevalent WPT function up to date is wireless charging that has captured a lot of interest [7]. Still for any new wireless technology, the issue of safety and regulatory compliance is of paramount importance. Such compliance affects the technical characteristics of the devices, the adoption by the public and alleviates consumer worries about radiation. In this work, we focus on the regulatory framework for WPT. This is deemed necessary considering the complex regulatory regime spread along numerous organizations across the globe and the interdisciplinary nature of WPT applications. The review includes standardization activities as well since compliance is directly related to standardization. The main target audience is academics who conduct research in the field of WPT. However, parts of the review also aim to be useful to regulatory professionals looking for