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.
Overcome global entry barriers
Shifting regulatory landscapes
Regional requirements can evolve rapidly, impacting certification timelines.
Repetitive compliance testing
Reduce testing duplication for products bound for multiple markets.
Complex compliance documentation
Manage varying labeling, safety and legal documentation needs across geographies.
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.
Global Compliance Management software
Accelerate market access with centralized compliance tracking, real-time regulatory updates and enhanced portfolio visibility.
Frequently asked questions
- What’s the most critical step a compliance department should take during new product design and launch?
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.
- How do electronics compliance requirements differ between major global markets?
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.
- How do technology certification requirements change for products with wireless functionality?
Wireless functionality adds layers like RF exposure, EMC and regional radio requirements. You may also need cybersecurity testing and protocol interoperability assessments.
- What happens when electronics compliance standards change after certification?
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.
- Which markets does UL Solutions have expertise in and can support market access?
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.
- Why Partner with a Global Certification Body like UL Solutions?
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.
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