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Technology and Electronics Market Access

Discover how UL Solutions supports consumer electronic and technology manufacturers with services for compliance, certification and market readiness.

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Accelerate global market access for electronics and technology products

UL Solutions helps technology and electronics manufacturers confidently bring innovative, high-performing products to market, with services supporting compliance management, testing, certification and more.

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Overcome global entry barriers

Shifting regulatory landscapes

Regional requirements can evolve rapidly, impacting certification timelines.

Complex compliance documentation

Manage varying labeling, safety and legal documentation needs across geographies.

Repetitive compliance testing

Reduce testing duplication for products bound for multiple markets.

Long development-to-market cycles

Optimize compliance processes to minimize time to launch.

Services for technology and consumer electronics

Product Safety Testing and Certification

Evaluate your products against key regional and international compliance standards.

Performance and Quality Testing

Demonstrate compliance to product quality and performance requirements and meet consumer expectations.

Expert Support

Navigate complex global markets and align with evolving consumer expectations for innovation and sustainability.

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Leverage our market access experience and let our team of experts help support your market access strategy.

Technology and electronics market access frequently asked questions

The crucial step is embedding regulatory requirements early in the design phase — often referred to as “compliance by design.”

This involves:

  • Identifying applicable standards and market-specific regulations before the first prototype
  • Collaborating with engineering to ensure safety, EMC, wireless, and environmental compliance is baked in
  • Treating compliance as a foundational requirement, not a final checkbox.

Why it matters: Early integration prevents costly redesigns, shortens certification timelines, and keeps launch plans on track — turning compliance into a competitive advantage. 

Each region has unique frameworks:

  • EU: CE marking under directives like RED+Cyber, EMC, LVD, and RoHS
  • US: FCC for RF, NRTL (e.x. UL) for safety, and CPSC for consumer products
  • Canada: IC (ISED) and CSA standards
  • China: CCC and SRRC for wireless
  • Japan: MIC Giteki mark
  • Mexico: IFT and NOM standards

These vary in scope, testing protocols, and documentation needs.

Wireless functionality adds layers like RF exposure, EMC and regional radio requirements. You may also need cybersecurity testing and protocol interoperability assessments.

Manufacturers may need to:

  • Re-evaluate products against new standards
  • Submit updated documentation
  • Undergo additional testing

UL Solutions and other bodies typically provide a transition period and notify certificate holders of required actions. Working with a partner like UL Solutions can help you monitor changes and plan updates efficiently.

Our global footprint includes accredited laboratories and offices throughout North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia.

Our local experts can help guide you as you obtain the required certifications and approvals you need to sell your products in your target markets. Together with experts located in your destination market, our team provides seamless support across time zones.

View our map to learn more about marking and certification regulatory requirements for your global target markets.

Because when it comes to global market access, experience matters. UL Solutions combines Notified Body authority, deep regulatory expertise, and a worldwide testing footprint to help you launch with confidence. We provide the path through complex standards to obtain approvals for Mexico, Brazil, Taiwan, Japan, the EU, and the U.S. markets, amongst several others. From pre-compliance to final certification, we deliver reliable and recognized results — so you can focus on innovation.