Category: United States

The FCC Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau (PSHSB) provides a list, called “Covered List”, of equipment and services that are deemed to pose an unacceptable risk to national security in the United States.

The list was initially published in 2021, and it mainly included some types of video surveillance and telecommunications equipment. However, the list has been updated several times since then.

On 28 July 2026, the list was updated to include some types of:

• Foreign-produced advanced robotic devices
• Foreign-produced power inverters

In this guide, I take a close look at the update concerning advanced robotic devices.

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Speakers and sound systems sold in the United States are subject to regulations, standards, and licensing requirements. This guide explains what US importers and manufacturers must know about FCC rules, UL standards, and Bluetooth licensing for various types of speakers and other sound equipment.

Product examples

Here are some types of speakers and audio products covered by this guide:

• Surround speakers
• Smart speakers
• HiFi speakers
• Bluetooth speakers
• Portable speakers
• Children’s products with speakers
• USB speakers
• HDMI speakers

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FCC 47 CFR Part 15 sets labeling requirements that are applicable to most electronics in the United States. In this guide, we provide an introduction to some of the key labeling requirements for both unintentional and intentional radiators:

• Compliance statement
• FCC logo
• Identification information
• FCC ID
• Labeling specific to certain devices

Note: Some information is required to be presented on or accessible via the product. That said, some information is only to be provided with the product (i.e., as part of instructions or other documentation).

Continue reading Guide to FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Labeling Requirements