As of April 2026, FCC Part 68 has seen significant regulatory changes affecting cost and compliance.
From October 2025, product listing fee rose from $825 to $995.
2. HAC (Hearing Aid Compatibility) Strengthened
·December 14, 2026: 100% HAC coverage mandatory (up from 85%).
·Requirements include volume control, acoustic coupling, and T-Coil + BLE coupling.
·From December 13, 2028: Only BLE standard protocols allowed for HAC; proprietary protocols banned.
3. FCC Regulatory Environment Changes
·Restrictions on “untrustworthy laboratories.”
·Enhanced supply chain security review.
·Delayed implementation of certain administrative rules.
4. Industry Trends
·Growing demand for Part 68 on VoIP/SIP phones with PSTN fallback.
·Wider price gaps among testing labs.
·Combined Part 15 + Part 68 certification becoming standard.
Key Deadlines
·Now: ACTA fee = $995
·Dec 14, 2026: 100% HAC mandatory
·Dec 13, 2028: BLE-only HAC protocols
For FCC Part 68 certification, contact BLUEASIA certification consultant: +86 13534225140
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