Is UL Certification Required for Amazon？

Does Amazon Require UL Certification?As Amazon's strategic position in global commerce continues to grow, products that contain electrical components listed on Amazon must have the relevant UL reports. These reports need to be issued by laboratories with ISO 17025 accreditation to ensure normal sales and the restoration of product listings. Even if a product manages to get listed, it could still be reported and removed, or even lead to the destruction of all products of the company on Amazon, if it lacks the relevant safety standard reports.

It's important to note that if a product is only to be listed on Amazon, a relevant UL report issued by an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory suffices, and there is no need to apply for a UL certificate. This approach is relatively inexpensive and avoids the need for factory inspections. However, for high-voltage products such as power supplies and displays, companies might consider applying for UL certification or ETL certification to gain greater market recognition.

So, whether electrical products need UL certification for listing on Amazon depends on the specific product and the strength of the company. However, it is confirmed that Amazon only requires a UL test report issued by an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory. Companies can consider whether to obtain UL certification based on their product positioning to enhance their competitiveness in the US market.

Different product types may need to comply with the following UL standards:

- Lithium Battery Packs: UL2054

- Power Banks: UL2056

- Cells: UL1642

- Car Chargers: UL2089

- Audio and Video Equipment: UL62368

- Data Cables: UL9990

- Household Appliances: UL60335

- LED Displays: UL48

- Personal Care Products: UL859

- Security Cameras/AV Power Supplies: UL60065

- Energy-saving Lamps: UL1993

- Household Dishwashers: UL749

- Electric Washers and Dryers: UL2157

- Microwaves: UL923

- Household Refrigerators and Freezers: UL250

- And many more

In fact, UL standards are very extensive and apply to different industries and product types. Each product may have specific UL standard requirements to ensure it meets expected safety and compliance standards.

What is the UL test report required by Amazon? 

A: The UL test report pertains to the product's safety compliance, tested according to standards issued by UL.

Does Amazon recognize the UL test report? 

A: Yes, as long as the UL test is conducted in an ISO 17025 laboratory, it meets Amazon's requirements. This way, Amazon sellers do not need to obtain UL certification and incur high costs.

What information is needed for a UL test report, and how long does it take to complete? 

A: Provide test samples and fill out the corresponding test forms. The typical completion time is 1 to 2 weeks.

How much does a UL test report cost? 

A: The cost is evaluated based on the product. In China, JJR Laboratory charges around $1200.

In addition to providing a UL test report, Amazon also requires that the seller's packaging or product nameplate complies with Amazon's requirements. The packaging or product should include: product name, model, warnings (if applicable), manufacturer's name, and address, and this information must match the product detail page information.