Alternative 1: U.S. Customs Clearance丨If you want to enter the U.S. market, you must know the customs clearance certification qualifications!

Alternative 2: US customs clearance | Entering the US market? No matter how qualified you are, it’s better to have a certified expert in hand!

"Excuse me, how to complete customs clearance of different categories of goods smoothly?"

“What certification materials should I prepare?”

"What is the process for this certification?"

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Whether you are a newcomer to cross-border business or a veteran manufacturer who has been involved in the cross-border industry for many years, facing the multi-category, high standards, strict requirements and cumbersome procedures of US customs clearance certification, who would not shout: Come and help me! Before starting "Bangbangbang", the first important thing is to understand and understand the process to be certified, the required information, the cycle and other details.

01: Get this common certification report in the United States quickly!

 FCC certification

FCC is the abbreviation of the Federal Communications Commission. As a mandatory certification, FCC requires all radio application products, communication products and digital products to be approved by FCC when entering the US market. Common authentication forms include self-verification, declaration of conformity, and ID authentication.

Self-certification means that the manufacturer or importer tests the product and retains the test report. Declaration of conformity means that the manufacturer or importer conducts product testing at a qualified testing agency designated by the FCC and retains the testing report. The FCC has the right to require the responsible party to submit equipment samples or product testing data. For ID certification, the FCC will review the samples or data submitted by the applicant and authorize an FCC ID number after passing the test.

FDA certification

FDA is the abbreviation of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, a government health regulatory monitoring agency dedicated to protecting, promoting and improving national health. Mainly applicable to the certification of food, drugs, cosmetics and medical devices, as well as food contact materials, veterinary products (pet food, veterinary drugs, etc.) to ensure public health.

FDA certification process: product classification (suitable for testing projects or registration) → fill in the application form → provide sample testing → sign a quotation contract and arrange payment → issue a conformity report or registration certificate after passing the test. Certified food products are valid in even-numbered years (expire on December 31 of even-numbered years), cosmetics are permanently valid, and medical products expire on December 31 of each year.

UL certification

UL is the abbreviation of Underwriter Laboratories Inc. UL certified product range includes audio-visual equipment, automobiles, electronic components, household appliances, industrial control equipment, information technology equipment, lamps, medical equipment, plastics, information equipment, wires and cables, etc. UL certification is audited every three months, four times a year. Whether the certificate is valid depends on whether the testing factory is shut down for audit.

 ETL certification

Product safety testing provided by ETL includes power tools, home appliances, telecommunications and IT products, components, lamps, HVAC, medical equipment, toys, etc. The ETL mark includes the ETL inspection mark. As long as it carries the ETL listing mark, it means that the product has met the minimum requirements of product safety standards.

ETL certification process: fill in the application form → provide samples (including instructions, circuit schematics, key component certificates, inductor specifications, transformer specifications, labels, BOM tables) → witness the test → if there are no problems, arrange to inspect the factory in about 1 week →Factory inspection passed and certificate issued. The entire certification cycle takes about 5 weeks.

 CPSC certification

CPSC is the abbreviation of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (Consumer Product Safety Commission), which aims to protect the interests of consumers. The products managed by CPSC cover more than 15,000 types. The certified products are mainly household appliances, children's toys, fireworks and other consumer products used in homes, sports, entertainment and schools.

CPSC certification process: Certification consultation, provide product-related information (product pictures, product drawings, volume and other parameters) → certification quotation, evaluate testing costs and time → fill in the application form, return the contract and sample express delivery → perform CPSC certification on the sample in the laboratory →After passing the test, CPSC certification is issued.

For products that fail to pass CPSC certification, fines, TV media exposure, recovery if necessary, and legal procedures will be imposed.

EPA certified

EPA is the abbreviation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, which aims to protect the health of U.S. citizens and the ecological environment. Certified products mainly include gasoline engines, diesel engines and other power equipment; lifts, generator sets; aviation, shipping, military and other equipment; automobiles, motorcycles and other road transportation vehicles; gas and water treatment equipment; drinking water, pesticides, etc. controls.

EPA certification process: Apply for manufacturer code to EPA→Prepare product information and samples→Test→Prepare complete certification application→Submit certification application and test data→EPA review information→pass the review and issue the certificate.

 DOT certification

DOT is the abbreviation of the US Department of Transportation, which is committed to maintaining traffic safety, promoting economic development, and meeting the needs of the environment and national defense.

DOT certification steps: The manufacturer designates a DOT application agent with permanent residence in the United States → Submits the agent designation documents → Randomly selects samples and goes to the DOT contracted laboratory for testing → Feedback on testing problems and put forward suggestions for improvement → Manufacturer improvement Product, resubmit for inspection →approval of application, enter the US market →annual inspection.

02: How to get a dazzling array of US certifications?

Experienced cross-border merchants have gone through it, either internally or through agents to obtain certification. Faced with certification projects of various categories, processes, and materials, cross-border merchants who already focus on products and completing customs clearance procedures have enough energy, personnel, and time to be precise and efficient. How to complete these certifications?

Finding professional helpers, especially practical experts with senior industry experience, is the most efficient way.

03: Shengshi Group, the customs clearance expert at your fingertips

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