Regulatory Compliance Testing

Due to continued global economic growth, several product regulatory compliance requirements and standards have been imposed on manufacturers. The primary areas where product regulatory compliance is required include electromagnetic compatibility, radio frequency emissions, and product safety.

US Market

Products sold in the United States must comply with FCC regulations under 47 CFR. Intentional radiators require FCC certification. Unintentional radiators must comply with Part 15 Subpart B emission limits and may require certification, SDoC, or verification depending on product category. Products used in the workplace may additionally require NRTL safety certification.

EU Market

Products sold in the European Union must bear the CE mark and comply with all applicable EU directives. For electronic products this typically includes the EMC Directive, the Low Voltage Directive, and for wireless products, the Radio Equipment Directive. CTS performs testing to harmonized standards under each applicable directive and prepares the required technical documentation.

Canadian Market

Products sold in Canada require authorization from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED). Canadian certification requirements parallel US FCC requirements in many respects and can often be obtained simultaneously, reducing total certification cost and schedule. CTS manages combined US/Canada certification engagements.

Pre-Compliance Consulting

CTS offers pre-compliance consulting to help manufacturers understand applicable regulatory requirements early in the product development process. Early engagement reduces the risk of costly redesigns and schedule delays at the certification stage. We review product designs, identify applicable standards, and recommend test strategies to minimize certification risk.