FCC bans Chinese labs from certifying US electronics over security
Original: FCC votes to ban all Chinese labs from certifying electronics sold in the US due to national security concerns — ruling would affect 75 percent of US-bound devices
Why This Matters
Major shift in US tech supply chain affecting most consumer electronics
The FCC voted to prohibit all Chinese laboratories from certifying electronics sold in the US due to national security concerns. The ruling would affect approximately 75 percent of devices bound for the American market.
The Federal Communications Commission has voted to ban all Chinese laboratories from certifying electronics equipment sold in the United States, citing national security concerns. This sweeping decision would impact roughly 75 percent of devices destined for the US market, as Chinese testing facilities currently handle the majority of electronic device certifications. The ruling represents a significant escalation in US efforts to reduce dependence on Chinese technology infrastructure and follows previous restrictions on Chinese telecommunications equipment. Electronics manufacturers will need to find alternative certification labs, potentially increasing costs and delays for bringing products to market. The ban applies to all Chinese-operated testing facilities regardless of their current accreditation status.