Amazon requires UL reporting

Amazon platform is increasingly strict with the quality control of products, and has scrutinized UL test reports. Many sellers reported receiving relevant email notice, and the products were suspended and listing was off shelf due to the inability to provide UL test reports within the specified time.

From the perspective of Amazon's action, UL may become compulsory certification of related products sold in Amazon, which may lead to the suspension of sales of goods already in overseas warehouses or FBA, which will have a great impact on sellers of related products.

Why UL report is required

The electronic products sold by Amazon platform should meet the specified standards. If the unqualified products are not qualified, it is easy to fire, explosion and other threats to the safety of consumers' lives and properties. Therefore, many customers are unable to get off shelf, remove the sales right and other problems due to the lack of UL report, and also trigger the audit by malicious reports between peers.

All live products on the shelf Amazon need UL reports, and test reports issued by ISO 17025 qualified laboratories are required to sell and restore links normally.

The difference between UL certification and UL Report

UL certification is voluntary certification, which requires testing products and audit factories. It is reviewed once a quarter, with high cost and long time. Moreover, the audit factory is very strict.

UL test report is to issue qualified test report after testing according to the corresponding UL standard selected by the product. Low cost, short cycle, no need to audit factory. Can be used for Amazon audit, customs clearance is invalid.

UL report processing process

The applicant makes an application;

The applicant shall provide samples, fill in the relevant application forms, instructions and technical data;

The laboratory determines the standard and related expenses based on the seller platform and related products;

Both parties sign the contract;

UL report issued by laboratory after the test is qualified

Which products need UL reporting

Basically, UL reports are required for u Cosmetics, medical devices and food must also be registered with FDA