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Lighting → 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 9405
Duty rate 0-3.9%
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 30117.7-2026 GB/T 灯和灯系统的光生物安全 第7部分:主要发射可见辐射的光源和灯具 2026
GB/T 20147.2-2026 GB/T 色度学 第2部分:CIE标准照明体 2026
GB/T 30104.102-2025 GB/T 数字可寻址照明接口 第102部分:一般要求 控制装置 2025
GB/T 30104.101-2025 GB/T 数字可寻址照明接口 第101部分:一般要求 系统组件 2025
GB/T 24931-2025 GB/T 全地形车照明和光信号装置的安装规定 2025
GB/T 24460-2025 GB/T 太阳能光伏照明装置总技术规范 2025
GB/T 32483.2-2025 GB/T 光源控制装置的效率要求 第2部分:放电灯(荧光灯除外)控制装置 控制装置效率的测量方法 2025
GB/T 29455-2025 GB/T 照明设施经济运行 2025

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

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Common non-compliance risks

Frequently asked

Is FDA registration required?
Depends on the product. Food-contact, cosmetics and medical devices require FDA.
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; free on state websites.
What is Prop 65?
California chemical warning law; a warning label is required.
Can Chinese sellers sell directly?
Yes. A US company or agent is needed to handle taxes.

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Full compliance report

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