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Kitchen Tools → United States

Requires FCC (electronics) + FDA (food-contact/medical) + state sales tax

Lead time 2-6 weeks
Cost range $1,000-5,000
HS code 7323
Duty rate 0-3.4%
VAT / tax 0-10.25% (State sales tax)

Technical standards

Reference standards for this product category — verify applicability with your testing lab before export.

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 44142-2024 GB/T 中央厨房 建设要求 2024
GB/T 44141-2024 GB/T 中央厨房 运营管理规范 2024
GB/T 4706.111-2024 GB/T 家用和类似用途电器的安全 第111部分:商用整体厨房的特殊要求 2024
GB/T 4706.107-2024 GB/T 家用和类似用途电器的安全 第107部分:整体厨房器具的特殊要求 2024
GB/T 4706.30-2024 GB/T 家用和类似用途电器的安全 第30部分:厨房机械的特殊要求 2024
GB/T 42806-2023 GB/T 婴童用品 餐具与喂食器具通用技术要求 2023
GB/T 26174-2023 GB/T 厨房纸巾 2023
GB/T 24692-2023 GB/T 表面活性剂 家庭机洗餐具用洗涤剂 性能比较试验导则 2023

Required certifications

CertificationWhat it coversStatus
FCC certification Electronics require FCC Part 15/18 Conditional
FDA registration Food-contact materials must comply with FDA 21 CFR Conditional
CPC certificate Children's products require a Children's Product Certificate Conditional
UL certification UL safety certification required for some products Conditional
State sales tax State sales tax permit required Required

Testing scope

Labeling requirements

Platform requirements

Common non-compliance risks

Frequently asked

Is FDA registration required?
Depends on the product. Food-contact materials, cosmetics and medical devices require FDA; others do not.
How much does FCC certification cost?
Standard electronics $1,000-3,000; wireless $5,000-10,000.
How do I register for state sales tax?
Register once nexus is triggered by sales volume; apply free on state tax department websites.
What is Prop 65?
California chemical warning law; a warning label on the product or packaging is required, or you may be sued.
Can Chinese sellers sell directly?
Yes. A US company or agent is needed to handle taxes and compliance.

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Full compliance report

Complete certification list, testing checklist and official source links — cross-verified with China-side requirements.