The Federal Communications Commission is voting to ban Chinese laboratories from testing electronics for the US market. This policy shift affects how hardware manufacturers certify devices for American consumers. Buyers will see a change in the regulatory landscape for imported electronics.
China handled 82% of electronics testing for US authorization last year
The proposed rule targets testing facilities in countries that lack reciprocal market access for US counterparts. Mainland China accounted for 82% of all electronics tested for US authorization last year. The FCC aims to reduce reliance on foreign testing infrastructure.
The ban would take effect on December 1, 2028. Existing device certifications remain valid under the new rules. Restrictions apply only to future certification work starting after the implementation date.
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr highlighted that less than 4% of all electronic devices are tested in labs located inside the US. He noted that the lion's share are tested in countries that do not operate a reciprocal economy. China's commerce ministry warned of retaliatory measures if the proposal takes effect.
Source: TweakTown
Discussion
0 comments