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Kitchen Appliances → United States

Requires FCC (electronics) + FDA (food-contact/medical) + state sales tax

Lead time 2-6 weeks
Cost range $1,000-5,000
HS code 8516
Duty rate 0-2.4%
VAT / tax 0-10.25% (State sales tax)

Technical standards

Reference standards for this product category — verify applicability with your testing lab before export.

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 46484.1-2025 GB/T 家用电器的适老化技术规范 第1部分:通用要求 2025
GB/T 39761.2-2025 GB/T 绿色产品评价 家用电器 第2部分:衣物护理器具 2025
GB/T 46500.1-2025 GB/T 家用电器的人机交互 第1部分:通用要求 2025
GB/T 46505.1-2025 GB/T 智能家用电器应用场景 第1部分:通用要求 2025
GB/T 4706.129-2025 GB/T 家用和类似用途电器的安全 第129部分:直流家用电器的特殊要求 2025
GB/T 28219.1-2025 GB/T 智能家用电器的智能化技术要求和评价 第1部分:通用要求 2025
GB/T 44142-2024 GB/T 中央厨房 建设要求 2024
GB/T 4706.30-2024 GB/T 家用和类似用途电器的安全 第30部分:厨房机械的特殊要求 2024

Required certifications

CertificationWhat it coversStatus
FCC certification Electronics require FCC Part 15/18 Conditional
FDA registration Food-contact materials must comply with FDA 21 CFR Conditional
CPC certificate Children's products require a Children's Product Certificate Conditional
UL certification UL safety certification required for some products Conditional
State sales tax State sales tax permit required Required

Testing scope

Labeling requirements

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Common non-compliance risks

Frequently asked

Is FDA registration required?
Depends on the product. Food-contact, cosmetics and medical devices require FDA.
How much does FCC certification cost?
Standard electronics $1,000-3,000; wireless $5,000-10,000.
How do I register for state sales tax?
Register once nexus is triggered by sales volume; free on state websites.
What is Prop 65?
California chemical warning law; a warning label is required.
Can Chinese sellers sell directly?
Yes. A US company or agent is needed to handle taxes.

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Full compliance report

Complete certification list, testing checklist and official source links — cross-verified with China-side requirements.