FCC Importer Data Requirements Unclear, Says Intel
The data collection requirements for importers of FCC-regulated goods is unclear for June-December next year, Intel said during a meeting with the FCC on Dec. 10 (here). Intel "recommended that the FCC not require collection or reporting of the information…
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contained in Form 740 either during or after this period" and should rely on existing CBP processes. The company also "stressed importers should have the flexibility to manage their own records and develop internal controls for monitoring noncompliant devices." The FCC recently said it plans to waive its Form 740 certification requirements for radio frequency devices imported between July 1 and Dec. 31, 2016 (see 1510200035). Industry responses to the plan to do away with the Form 740 were largely positive, though Boeing noted it considers the government collections of the information to be a useful compliance tool (see 1510130057).