FCC blocks marketing of foreign-produced consumer routers
Change
The FCC added foreign-produced consumer routers to its Covered List, blocking new models from being marketed or sold in the United States.
Why it matters
By placing foreign-produced consumer routers on the Covered List, new models cannot be marketed or sold in the U.S. without Conditional Approval. Conditional Approval must be granted by the Department of War or the Department of Homeland Security after finding devices do not pose unacceptable national security risks, which blocks unapproved foreign models and raises compliance and sourcing requirements for suppliers.
Implications
- • U.S. retailers and online marketplaces must block listings for unapproved new foreign router models.
- • Manufacturers must obtain Conditional Approval from the Department of War or DHS to regain legal U.S. market access for new models.
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