On November 2, 2023, the U.S. FCC officially released new rules for the use of FCC labels, "v09r02 Guidelines for KDB 784748 D01 Universal Labels", which replaced the previous "v09r01 Guidelines for KDB 784748 D01 Mark Part 15&18"
FCC Major updates to tag usage rules
The FCC added specific step-by-step instructions for obtaining an FCC label in Section 2.5 of the new rule, and clarified in Note 12 the difference between the label on the website and the FCC label displayed in the 47 CFR 2.1074 rule.。
There are minor stylistic differences between the FCC logo graphic on the https://www.fcc.gov/logos website and the logo shown at 47 CFR 2.1074
Either version of Figure 1 and Figure 2 can be used with the SDoC Device Authorization Program
⬆️Figure 1: FCC label shown in 47 CFR 2.1074 rule
⬆️Figure 2: FCC logo on https://www.fcc.gov/logos
FCC label usage new rules：
FCC labels can only be used on products that have been tested, evaluated, and comply with the SDoC program. When using an FCC label on a device, a method of uniquely identifying the product or a compliance information statement must be provided. The FCC label cannot be used on products that are exempt from rule authorization (such as exempt devices in Section 15.103) unless the SDoC procedures have been fully applied to the product. included radiator in section 15.3)
New version of FCC Logo download link：
https://www.fcc.gov/logos
FCC label drawings for SDoC compliance are available on the website and include black, blue, and white labels.
Precautions for using FCC
FCC Electronic tags：
Products with built-in displays, or products with electronic displays, can choose to display on the display various types of information displayed on the physical label such as FCC identification codes, warning statements, Commission rule requirements, etc.
Radio frequency devices are also required to be labeled with information on the device packaging. Devices that electronically display the FCC ID, warning statement or other information (such as model number) must also be labeled with the FCC ID and other information on the device or its packaging for import and export. Identifying whether a device complies with the FCC's device authorization requirements at the time of sale is a supplement to the device's electronic label.
The label can be affixed/printed on the device's packaging, protective bag, etc., and the label can be attached in a similar manner. Any removable labels must function properly during shipping and handling and may only be removed by the customer after purchase.
In addition, signal booster products need to be marked with information on online promotional materials, online user manuals, offline printed materials, installation instructions, equipment outer packaging and labels on the equipment.。
FCC Entity tag
Products certified by the FCC must bear a nameplate or label with an FCC Identification Number (FCC ID) as defined in Section 2.925.
The FCC ID physical label must be affixed to the surface of the product or within a non-detachable compartment that is accessible to the user (such as a battery compartment)
Labels must be permanently affixed to allow for accurate identification of the device; the font must be legible and consistent with the dimensions of the device and its label area.
When the device is too small or versatile to use a four-point or larger font (and the device does not use electronic labels), then the FCC ID should be placed in the user manual. At the same time, the FCC ID should also be placed on the device packaging or on the device's removable label.
Things to note when using the FCC Logo:
1.FCC Logo is only applicable to SDOC products and is not mandatory. The FCC Logo is voluntary. According to FCC Regulation 2.1074, under the FCC SDoC certification process, customers can voluntarily choose to use the FCC Logo and it is no longer mandatory.
2. For FCC SDoC, the responsible party needs to provide a declaration document before it can be sold. The responsible party needs to be the manufacturer, assembler, importer, retailer or licensor. The FCC of the United States has made the following provisions for responsible parties:
1) The responsible party must be a local company in the United States
2) The responsible party must require that products, test reports, corresponding records, etc. be provided during FCC market sampling inspections to ensure that the products comply with FCC SDoC procedures;
3) The responsible party should add the declaration of conformity document to the documentation accompanying the equipment.
3. Regarding the declaration document, it is required to be shipped and sold together with the product. According to FCC Regulation 2.1077, the declaration document should contain the following content:
1) Product information: such as product name, model, etc.
2）FCC compliance warning: Since various products are different, the warnings also vary;
3）U.S. responsible party information: company name, address, contact number or Internet contact information;
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