Bluetooth Earphones Global Certification Solutions

Declarations are usually made at system level, with the charging case and the earbuds treated as a single set. If each earbud has its own wireless function — that is, its own Bluetooth radio — both must be tested. If the charging case only supplies power and has no wireless function, it falls within the safety scope as an accessory and does not require separate RF certification.

It depends on transmit power and how the product is used. TWS earphones are worn close to the ear, so they count as portable devices. Where output power is above the exemption threshold (under 3mW, products can typically be exempted), SAR testing is required. In practice many TWS products qualify for an exemption, but this has to be assessed case by case.

The RED sets out explicit requirements for the sound pressure safety of earphone-type products. The risk of skipping the test: a non-compliance picked up in an EU market surveillance spot check, which can lead to a mandatory recall.

Yes. Using a Bluetooth module that already holds FCC ID/MIC certification can simplify certification of the whole product, particularly the RF testing. The finished product still needs EMC and safety testing.