[Alert] FCC certification halted amid U.S. government shutdown

Due to a partial lapse in federal government funding, the FCC has suspended most operations effective 12:00 a.m. EDT on October 1,2025, causing a complete paralysis of the FCC ID certification system. As of today, all new device certifications, ID modifications, and product change notifications remain unprocessed, directly impacting global electronics manufacturers' compliance processes. This suspension constitutes a force majeure event, with the specific resumption date pending further official notice from the FCC.

I. Current Status of FCC ID Certification System

1. Frozen Certification Processes

　All FCC ID certifications are suspended, including:

　　New device applications

　　ID modifications

　　Product change notifications

2. System Access Restrictions

　Public access to the following FCC portals is disabled:

　　Historical FCC ID certification records

　　FCC-recognized testing laboratory information

　　Key Data Sheets (KDB) and KDB inquiry functions

　　FRN (FCC Registration Number) and Grantee Code applications

　　FCC ID document upload interfaces

3. Additional Impacts

　For comprehensive details, refer to FCC DA-25-922.

II. Direct Impacts on Industry Supply Chains

1. New Product Launch Delays

　Devices without valid FCC IDs cannot be legally marketed or sold in the U.S.

2. Inventory Management Challenges

　Existing certified products remain unaffected, but manufacturers requiring ID modifications face production halts until operations resume.

III. Contingency Solutions

1. TCB Pre-Submission Channel

　Projects tested by BTL laboratories may submit complete documentation to TCBs for pre-review to expedite certification upon FCC system restoration.

2. Continued Testing Services

　BTL laboratories maintain normal testing operations. Manufacturers are advised to proceed with applications to secure priority processing when FCC operations resume.

　We are closely monitoring government developments and coordinating with TCB partners to ensure immediate certification upon FCC's return to full operations.