The United States has required standards for products that might contribute to electromagnetic interference in order to reduce the level of RF (Radio Frequency) interference between electronic devices. Any electronic device that is sold in the United States must not compromise the safety of the American public or interfere with other electronic products.


The FCC (Federal Communications Commission) is in charge of the development, enforcement and implementation of regulations that Congress set forth in the Communications Act of 1934 and the Telecommunications Act of 1996. The FCC is an agency of the United States federal government that was created to regulate all forms of telecommunication inside of the U.S.

Which Products Require an FCC Certificate?

fcclabs.org, with its international labs, can help your company gain an FCC certificate for various types of RF emitting devices, including, but not limited to:

  • electronic products
  • mobile phones
  • wireless local area networking equipment
  • Bluetooth devices
  • remote control transmitters
  • land mobile radio transmitters
  • wireless medical telemetry transmitters
  • cordless telephones
  • walkie-talkies
  • electronic products
  • Power adapters
  • telecommunication equipment
  • IT equipment
  • electromagnetic compatibility products
  • equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive
  • atmospheres
  • radio and telecommunications terminal equipment