Earphones Safety Standards in the United States: An Overview

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Earphones Safety Standards United States

Both wireless and wired earphones are covered by various standards and regulations in the United States. In this guide, we cover the basics of FCC Part 15, UL standards, labeling requirements and regulations covering chemicals and heavy metals.

Mentioned products

  • Wireless earphones
  • Wired earphones
  • Bluetooth earphones
  • Noise-canceling headphones
  • In-ear headsets

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Earphones Safety Standards in the European Union: An Overview

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Earphones Safety Standards European Union
Earphones imported or manufactured in the EU must comply with regulations, such as RoHS, REACH and the Radio Equipment Directive. In this guide, we list relevant EU standards, regulations, certification and labeling requirements for both wired and wireless earphones.

Mentioned products

  • Earbuds
  • Headsets
  • Noise-canceling earphones
  • Bluetooth earphones
  • Wireless earphones
  • Wired earphones

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List of Products Covered by the Radio Equipment Directive (RED)

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The Radio Equipment Directive (RED) applies to all Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LTE, 5G, GPS and other radio-electric enabled devices sold in the European Union. In this guide, we cover the basics of RED requirements for smartphones, smartwatches, computers and other electronic products. Continue reading List of Products Covered by the Radio Equipment Directive (RED)

List of Products Covered by the EU Battery Directive

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Battery Directive Product List

In this article, we list different types of batteries covered by the EU Battery Directive 2006/66/EC, including lithium batteries, nickel-cadmium batteries, button cell batteries, and other types of batteries. In addition, we also list relevant EN standards. Continue reading List of Products Covered by the EU Battery Directive

List of Products Covered by the EMC Directive: An Overview

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EMC Directive Products List
The Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive covers most electronic products sold in the European Union, with some exemptions. In this guide, we list LED displays, kitchen appliances, machines, and other products within the scope of the EMC Directive.

We also list some products classified as inherently benign, meaning that the EMC Directive is not applicable. Continue reading List of Products Covered by the EMC Directive: An Overview

List of Products Covered by the Low Voltage Directive (LVD): An Overview

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Low Voltage Directive Products List
Trying to understand if your electronic product must comply with the Low Voltage Directive in the EU? In this guide, we list home appliances, AC adapters, LED lighting products, cables, and other products within the scope of LVD. We also share some examples of EN standards, relevant for each listed product. Continue reading List of Products Covered by the Low Voltage Directive (LVD): An Overview

List of Products Covered by the Ecodesign Directive

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The EU Ecodesign Directive sets energy consumption requirements for a wide range of products, including lighting products, electronic displays, refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, windows, and insulation materials. In this article, we explain what this means for various products covered by the Ecodesign Directive.

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List of Products Covered by RoHS: An Overview

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Products Covered by RoHS
The Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive is applicable to essentially all electronic products sold in the European Union. In this article, we list electronic toys, speakers, earphones and other products that fall within the scope of RoHS.

What is RoHS

RoHS restricts heavy metals, such as lead and cadmium, in all electronic products sold in the European Union. Ensuring RoHS compliance requires that all electronic components, PCBs and solders are RoHS compliant.

Important information

  • RoHS compliant components are available worldwide, but compliance should not be taken for granted
  • RoHS compliance can be verified through third-party lab testing
  • CE marking is normally required for ‘RoHS products

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List of Radio Equipment Directive (RED) Testing Companies: Our Top 10

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RED Testing

Planning to import or export WiFi, Bluetooth or other radio-enabled devices to the European Union? In this article, we list leading companies offering Radio Equipment Directive (RED) lab testing and product development consulting services in Europe and Asia.

Note: The Radio Equipment Directive (RED) replaced the R&TTE Directive

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