FCC to Vote on Banning Chinese Labs from Testing US Electronic Devices

Key Facts

1The FCC will vote on Oct. 29 on rules restricting electronics testing to U.S. labs and countries offering reciprocal recognition.

2China handled about 83% of FCC certification applications in 2025 but does not grant reciprocal recognition to U.S. testing labs.

3If adopted, testing and certification must occur in the U.S. or a reciprocal economy starting Dec. 1, 2028.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will vote on October 29, 2026, on rules restricting electronics testing to U.S. labs and countries offering reciprocal recognition. ZeroHedge reported that the proposal effectively targets Chinese laboratories, which handled approximately 83% of FCC certification applications in 2025. If adopted, the new regulations would mandate that all testing and certification occur within the U.S. or a reciprocal economy starting December 1, 2028.

The commission cited a lack of oversight and the fact that China does not grant reciprocal recognition to U.S. testing labs as primary drivers for the change. Regarding market performance, Apple (AAPL) closed at $336.64 on October 9, 2026, while Microsoft (MSFT) closed at $535.07 on the same date. The proposed shift aims to address trade imbalances and security concerns within the electronics supply chain.