Launching the RoHS or Not Regulatory Timeline
Last updated 12 oct 2026 Our Regulatory Timeline is now live. It is a free tool that shows, on a single page, when EU obligations apply to electrical and electronic products, from batteries and packaging to radio equipment and cybersecurity. Why we built it The dates that matter to manufacturers, importers and distributors are spread […]
Inverters are now included in FCC Covered List
Executive Summary On July 28, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) updated its “Covered List” to include all foreign-produced power inverters and advanced robotic devices. This determination, made following a review by a White House-convened interagency body, identifies these devices as posing an “unacceptable risk” to U.S. national security and the safety of U.S. persons. […]
The FCC bans labs linked to untrusted actors from participating in equipment authorization in the US
Washington, D.C., May 22, 2025 — The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted new rules to strengthen the integrity of the equipment authorization system in the United States. From now on, certain testing laboratories, certification bodies, and accreditation entities will no longer be allowed to participate in the process if they are controlled by parties considered […]
