What is FCC certification in the United States?

The full name of FCC is Federal Communications Commission, which means the Federal Communications Commission of the United States in Chinese. Established in 1934 under the Communications Act, it is an independent agency of the United States government directly responsible to Congress. The FCC coordinates domestic and international communication by controlling radio broadcasting, television, telecommunications, satellites, and cables. FCC certification is a mandatory certification for electronic products exported to the United States. Below, the editor of CNQI Inspection will give you a brief introduction to FCC certification!

Why do I need to apply for FCC certification?

The FCC certification in the United States is a mandatory certification system established by the US government to protect consumer rights, maintain communication order, and safeguard national security. Any wireless communication device sold, used, or imported within the United States requires FCC certification to ensure compliance with US communication regulations, technical standards, and security requirements.

Through FCC certification, wireless communication devices can obtain legal listing qualifications, thereby gaining better sales opportunities in the US market. Meanwhile, FCC certification is also one of the important reference factors for consumers when choosing wireless communication devices, providing consumers with guarantees of device performance, safety, and compliance.

What are the types of FCC certification?

Currently, FCC certification in the United States can be divided into two categories: FCC SDoC and FCC ID. On November 2, 2017, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States officially announced that in order to simplify the certification process for wireless device equipment and clarify the use of electronic tags, the DoC&VoC program has been officially changed to SDoC.

From November 2, 2017 to November 2, 2018, this year is a transitional operation period. During this transitional period, FCC VoC and DoC certification programs can continue to be used, or new FCC SDoC certification programs can be used. After a one-year transition period, the FCC SDoC certification process will officially replace the original FCC VoC and DoC certification methods.

Which specific products require FCC certification?

1. Personal computers and their peripheral devices

Typical products: monitors, printers, keyboards, power adapters, mice, scanners, interface cards, electronic amusement devices, power supplies, UPS, fax machines, data machines, answering machines, switches (servers), etc;

2. Household electrical equipment and electric tools

Typical products: refrigerators, electric irons, food blenders, electric kettles, electronic disinfection cabinets, microwaves, air conditioners, vacuum cleaners, electric toys, automatic rice cookers, electric shavers, electric scissors, hair dryers, bread toasters, massage appliances, battery chargers, household electric stoves, stoves, washing machines, induction cookers, electric food processing equipment, low-power motors and other electronic and electrical products. Electric tools: electric drills, grinding machines, circular saws, nail guns, pneumatic drills, etc;

3. Audio and video products

Typical products: radio, CRT/LED/LCD TV, set-top box DVD/VCDPlayer, MP3 Player, home audio, etc;

4. Lighting fixtures

Typical products: LED lighting fixtures, LED screens, LED power/driver ballasts, energy-saving lights, stage lights, dimmers, converters, electronic dimming equipment for entertainment venues such as stages, AC electronic ballasts for tubular fluorescent lights, tubular fluorescent lights, ballasts, ballasts for discharge lights, fixed lamps, movable lamps, embedded lamps, etc;

5. Toy products

Typical product: electronic toys

6. Security products

Typical products: alarms, security products, access control, monitors&cameras,..., etc;

7. Wireless Bluetooth products

Typical products: wireless headphones, wireless audio, Bluetooth mouse, router, wireless remote control, etc;

How do I usually apply for FCC certification?

The FCC certification process can be divided into the following main stages:

Application preparation stage:

Prepare necessary documents and materials, such as product technical specifications, circuit diagrams, user manuals, etc.

Fill out the application form and pay the corresponding fees.

Testing and Evaluation Phase:

The product undergoes various tests in designated laboratories, such as emission power testing, frequency stability testing, radiation suppression testing, etc.

Evaluate the test results by the certification body.

Document preparation and submission stage:

Prepare technical reports, evaluation reports, and application forms to ensure the accuracy and completeness of relevant information.

Submit all application materials to the FCC certification body or authorized representative.

Review and Approval Stage:

The application materials submitted for FCC review may require supplementary testing.

After passing the audit, the FCC will issue a certification authorization and mark the FCC logo on the product.

Where can I apply for FCC certification?

Shenzhen CNQI Inspection Agency is a domestic testing agency that can assist enterprises in one-stop processing of FCC certification in the United States. We have a professional engineering team to efficiently and one-stop solve the testing and certification problems of enterprises!