China, Pakistan, Philippines, Iraq,Indian,Brazil,the U.S.
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Sep 18, 2026Global Market AccessChina CAC Issues First Product Catalog for Cybersecurity Labels
The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) published Administrative Measures for Cybersecurity Identification on April 10, 2026, which came into effect on July 1, 2026. CAC issued a notice on June 18, 2026, on the Product Catalog for Implementing Cybersecurity Labels (First Batch) and their related Implementation Rules.
Pakistan PTA Publishes Telecom Equipment Standards Regulations 2024
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) published the Telecommunication Equipment Standards Regulations, 2024, on July 14, 2026. These Regulations are now in effect.
Philippines NTC Includes 77-81 GHz Band for Movement Detection Equipment
The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) of the Philippines published Memorandum Circular No. 004-06-2026 on June 29, 2026. The new Memorandum Circular amends the operating parameters of Equipment for Detecting Movement and Alert to include the 77-81 GHz frequency band.
Iraq CMC Adopts New Type Approval QR Code Format
The Communications and Media Commission (CMC) of Iraq has adopted a new Type Approval certificate format, which includes a QR code for certificate verification. Technical specifications for the product will now be displayed on the final certificate as well.
BIS Implementation Guidelines for the Transition to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023
Effective 22 July 2026, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has officially implemented IS/IEC 62368-1:2023, replacing the previously applicable standards IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 and IS 616:2017.
Under the transition arrangement, existing BIS certificate numbers will remain unchanged, and BIS certificates already issued for different product categories will continue to be valid after the standard update. However, applicants are required to update each certificate individually in accordance with the BIS implementation guidelines.
The guidelines primarily cover the following areas:
- Standard transition arrangements and implementation requirements
- Labeling and product marking requirements
- BIS-recognized laboratory search and certificate renewal requirements
- Critical component management and concurrent testing requirements
- BIS Standard Mark usage requirements and application procedures
Brazil ANATEL Reduces Allowed 6 GHz Band for Wi-Fi Devices
The Agência Nacional de Telecomunicações (ANATEL) in Brazil published Ato. N° 10.400/2026, which changes technical requirements for Wi-Fi devices that operate in the 6 GHz frequency band. Previously, the 5925-7125 MHz frequency band was allowed for Wi-Fi devices. Starting March 1, 2027, it will be mandatory for devices to adapt to the new allowed range of 5925-6425 MHz. Equipment that already has a valid CoC before March 1, 2027, may adapt to the new technical requirements during the renewal process. Equipment with certification in-progress may or may not consider the new rules, and must have the band adjusted starting March 1, 2027.
The Act is now in effect.
Recent Regulatory Updates and Implementation Guidance for Product Safety and Communications Equipment Certification in the United States
On July 22, 2026, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted the Third Report and Order and the Third Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in ET Docket No. 21-232. Building on previous regulatory efforts, this rulemaking further strengthens the equipment authorization program for communications devices, aiming to mitigate national security risks within the supply chain and ensure the security and compliance of communications equipment.