1. FCC testing & certification
The Federal Communication Commission (FCC) is the independent agency of the United States government that regulates the radiation standards of electronic devices. Nearly all products emitting radio frequency energy must be tested by FCC listed or accredited lab and certified by the FCC for EMC/Telecom compliance.
GTG Group is an accredited laboratory for FCC testing with extensive experience in radio and wireless approvals for the North American market. Working with a laboratory with deep industry expertise and extensive technical knowledge can help you avoid common mistakes that can delay your certification.
2. FCC mark
3. FCC ID, SDoC, and products covered
Applicable to mobile communications equipment and other products capable of radio communication, such as 2G cell phones, 3G cell phones, 3.5G cell phones, DECT cell phones (1.8GHz, 1.9GHz), Bluetooth devices, tablet computer, wireless keyboard, wireless microphones, remote controls, walkie-talkies, and other low powered wireless devices.
Not sure if your product requires FCC ID? Please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist further.
For general electronic products without wireless function, such as monitors, lamps, power supplies, home appliances…
Not sure if your product requires FCC SDoC? Please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist further.
It’s important to note that the list above is not exhaustive, and the requirement for FCC certification can vary based on the specific features and capabilities of a device. If a device emits radio frequency radiation or uses wireless technology, it’s advisable for manufacturers or importers to consult with the FCC or a qualified testing laboratory to determine whether FCC certification is necessary for their particular product.
GTG Group’s testing laboratories are FCC-recognized, and our team is always available for any general inquiries, or technical discussions regarding compliance testing/certification. Speak to a GTG Group expert by filling out our short form today!
4. More about FCC certification
FCC ID:
- Conducted Spurious Emissions
- Radiated Spurious Testing
- Conducted Emissions Band Edge Compliance
- Maximum Peak Conducted Output Power
- 20dB Bandwidth, 99% Occupied Bandwidth and Carrier Frequency Separation
- Channel Spacing
- Number of Hop Channels
- Time of Occupancy (Dwell Time)
- Antenna Testing Requirements
- …
FCC SDoC:
- Conducted Emissions (CE)
- Radiated Emissions (RE)
- …
Below is a list of EMC testing standards we’re capable of. And our team is always available for any general inquiries, or technical discussions regarding the following EMC testing standards. Not sure which standard applies to your product? Please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist further.
North America Standards (United States & Canada):
- General Standards: FCC Part 15B; ICES-003;
- ITE (Information Technology Equipment), Audiovisual (AV) Products: FCC Part 15B;
- Wireless Devices: FCC Part 15C/15E; FCC Part 22/24/27;
- Lighting Products: FCC Part 15B; FCC Part 18; ICES-005;
- Energy Storage Products: FCC Part 15B;
- Household Appliances: FCC Part 15B;
- Industrial, Scientific and Medical Products: FCC Part 18; ICES-001.
CISPR/IEC Standards:
- General Standards: IEC 61000-6-1; IEC 61000-6-2; IEC 61000-6-3; IEC 61000-6-4;
- ITE, AV Products: CISPR 32; CISPR 35; IEC 61000-3-2; IEC 61000-3-3;
- Lighting Products: CISPR 15; IEC 61547; IEC 61000-3-2; IEC 61000-3-3;
- Household Appliances: CISPR 14.1; CISPR 14.2; IEC 61000-3-2; IEC 61000-3-3;
- Industrial, Scientific and Medical Products: CISPR 11; IEC 61000-3-2; IEC 61000-3-3; IEC 61000-4 Series.
GTG Group assists clients through every step of the EMC testing process. Fill out our short form and start taking advantages of our deep industry expertise and extensive technical knowledge to help expedite the process today!
Required documentation varies depending on the products. For detailed required documentation on specific product, please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist you further. Below are some of typical documentation required for FCC ID and FCC SDoC:
FCC ID:
(1) The responsible party (manufacturer or importer) shall test the product in a FCC-approved accredited test lab and obtain a test report.
(2) Fill out the TCB Form 731 according to test results.
(3) In addition to the above, the responsible party is also required to provide relevant documentation and information about product, including:
- Technical document
- Schematics
- User manual
- FCC confidentiality agreement, authorization letter
- Product nameplate
- …
FCC SDoC:
(1) The responsible party of the product (manufacturer or importer) shall test the product in a testing facility and obtain a test report.
(2) Once the product passed the tests, affix corresponding labels and warnings on the product, and declare in the user manual that it complies with the FCC standard.
(3) Provide U.S. local supplier declaration of conformity documents
GTG Group assists clients through every step of the FCC testing process. Fill out our short form and start taking advantages of our deep industry expertise and extensive technical knowledge to help expedite the process today!
- One RF fixed-frequency prototype and one ordinary prototype;
- Fixed-frequency prototype are tested with multiple frequency channel product;
- If it is a single frequency channel prototype, please provide a continuous emission one.
5. Price and lead time
You will never pay for services that you don’t need! GTG Group provides a customized quote which are tailored to each client's needs and budget. Furthermore, you will receive FCC certification within 1 to 2 weeks according to our past experiences.
However, the cost and the lead time of testing and certification varies depending on the product complexity and the testing requirements. GTG Group provides free consultation to assess your needs and provide advice on how to get started with compliance. Contact us today by filling out our short form!
6. A2LA accreditation documents
When you choose the GTG Group for testing and certification, you can be confident that you are working with a trusted and reliable partner.
Our laboratory is accredited by A2LA. This means we're authorized to perform FCC testing and write test reports accordingly. Testing scope we specialize in: information technology (IT) products, audiovisual (AV) products, lighting products, small home appliances, power supplies, electric personal transportation vehicles, batteries...
7. Why choose us?
Founded in 2012, GTG Group is an independent ISO/IEC 17025 accredited product testing and certification services provider in China, providing comprehensive testing and regulatory certifications obtaining services forfor a wide range of products. Our goal is to certify your products and ensure their compliance with regulatory standards in order to help you access worldwide markets.