Is UL and ETL Certification Required for US Electrical Exports?

Do electrical products exported to the United States require UL and ETL certification?Generally speaking, for electrical products exported to the United States, FCC certification is mandatory, while UL and ETL certifications are voluntary.

Although UL and ETL certifications are voluntary, having these certifications can help your products better penetrate the North American market. Let's take a look at what UL and ETL represent.

UL certification is provided by Underwriters Laboratories, marking that the product meets American safety standards.

ETL certification is provided by Intertek’s Electrical Testing Laboratories, and it is widely recognized and used by the public and industry in the United States. The ETL mark indicates that the product complies with American safety standards.

Therefore, although UL and ETL certifications are voluntary, obtaining these certifications is beneficial. Products with these marks are considered to have a safety and quality reputation card, which is widely accepted by North American consumers.

However, in the process of exporting to the United States, not having UL or ETL certification does not affect customs clearance.