FCC plans to force electronics testing out of China by 2028, potentially raising costs for consumers

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Chairman Brendan Carr says fewer than 4% of electronic devices are tested in American labs. Electronics Security china fcc FCC plans to force electronics testing out of China by 2028, potentially raising costs for consumers With 82% of devices tested in Chinese labs, the proposed rules could create major headaches for manufacturers By Rob Thubron October 12, 2026, 6:15 Add TechSpot Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years.

The FCC's crackdown on Chinese electronics testing labs continues to move forward, this time with a proposed deadline for cutting them out of the US approval process. With 82% of devices authorized last year tested in the Asian nation, it could be a relocation headache for the companies affected.

The restrictions would cover test labs and certification bodies in countries that deny reciprocal treatment to their US counterparts. TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust . If this all sounds familiar, there's a reason.

Key facts

• Chairman Brendan Carr says fewer than 4% of electronic devices are — tested: in American labs
• With 82% of devices authorized last year — tested: in the Asian nation, it could be a relocation headache for the companies affected