Title 21 CFR reference

The provisions of this part are applicable as follows: (a) All manufacturers of electronic products are subject to § 1002.20. (b) Manufacturers, dealers, and distributors of electronic products are subject to the provisions of part 1002 as set forth in table 1 of this section, unless excluded by paragraph (c) of this section, or unless an exemption has been granted under § 1002.50 or § 1002.51. (c) The requirements of part 1002 as specified in table 1 of this section are not applicable to: (1) Manufacturers of electronic products intended solely for export if such product is labeled or tagged to show that the product meets all the applicable requirements of the country to which such product is intended for export. (2) Manufacturers of electronic products listed in table 1 of this section if such product is sold exclusively to other manufacturers for use as components of electronic products to be sold to purchasers, with the exception that the provisions are applicable to those manufacturers certifying components of diagnostic x-ray systems pursuant to provisions of § 1020.30(c) of this chapter. (3) Manufacturers of electronic products that are intended for use by the U.S.…

Every manufacturer of a product or component requiring a product report as set forth in table 1 of § 1002.1 shall submit a product report to the Food and Drug Administration, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, ATTN: Electronic Product Reports, Document Mail Center, 10903 New Hampshire Ave., Bldg. 66, rm. G609, Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002, prior to the introduction of such product into commerce. The report shall be distinctly marked “Radiation Safety Product Report of (name of manufacturer)” and shall: (a) Identify which listed product is being reported. (b) Identify each model of the listed product together with sufficient information concerning the manufacturer's code or other system of labeling to enable the Director to determine the place of manufacture. (c) Include information on all components and accessories provided in, on, or with the listed product that may affect the quantity, quality, or direction of the radiation emissions. (d) Describe the function, operational characteristics affecting radiation emissions, and intended and known uses of each model of the listed product. (e) State the standard or design specifications, if any, for each model with…

Prior to the introduction into commerce of a new or modified model within a model or chassis family of a product listed in table 1 of § 1002.1 for which a report under § 1002.10 is required, each manufacturer shall submit a report with respect to such new or modified model describing any changes in the information previously submitted in the product report. Reports will be required for changes that: (a) Affect actual or potential radiation emission. (b) Affect the manner of compliance with a standard or manner of testing for radiation safety.

Manufacturers of products requiring abbreviated reports as specified in table 1 of § 1002.1 shall submit, prior to the introduction of such product, a report distinctly marked “Radiation Safety Abbreviated Report” which shall include: (a) Firm and model identification. (b) A brief description of operational characteristics that affect radiation emissions, transmission, or leakage or that control exposure. (c) A list of applications or uses. (d) Radiation emission, transmission, or leakage levels. (e) If necessary, additional information as may be requested to determine compliance with the Act and this part.

(a) Every manufacturer of products requiring an annual report as specified in table 1 of § 1002.1 shall submit an annual report summarizing the contents of the records required to be maintained by § 1002.30(a) and providing the volume of products produced, sold, or installed. (b) Reports are due annually by September 1. Such reports shall cover the 12-month period ending on June 30 preceding the due date of the report. [60 FR 48386, Sept. 19, 1995, as amended at 88 FR 3653, Jan. 20, 2023]

(a) Manufacturers of electronic products shall, where reasonable grounds for suspecting that such an incident has occurred, report to the Director, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, all accidental radiation occurrences reported to or otherwise known to the manufacturer and arising from the manufacturing, testing, or use of any product introduced or intended to be introduced into commerce by such manufacturer. Reasonable grounds include, but are not necessarily limited to, professional, scientific, or medical facts or opinions documented or otherwise, that conclude or lead to the conclusion that such an incident has occurred. (b) Such reports shall be submitted either electronically through Center for Devices and Radiological Health eSubmitter or addressed to the Food and Drug Administration, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, ATTN: Accidental Radiation Occurrence Reports, Document Mail Center, 10903 New Hampshire Ave., Bldg. 66, rm. G609, Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002, and the reports and their envelopes shall be distinctly marked “Report on 1002.20” and shall contain all of the following information where known to the manufacturer: (1) The nature of the…

The Director and Deputy Director of the Center for Devices and Radiological Health, as authorized under delegated authority, may require a manufacturer of a radiation emitting electronic product to provide to the ultimate purchaser, at the time of original purchase, such performance data and other technical data related to safety of the product as the Director or Deputy Director finds necessary. [69 FR 17292, Apr. 2, 2004]

(a) Manufacturers of products listed under table 1 of § 1002.1 shall establish and maintain the following records with respect to such products: (1) Description of the quality control procedures with respect to electronic product radiation safety. (2) Records of the results of tests for electronic product radiation safety, including the control of unnecessary, secondary or leakage electronic product radiation, the methods, devices, and procedures used in such tests, and the basis for selecting such methods, devices, and procedures. (3) For those products displaying aging effects which may increase electronic product radiation emission, records of the results of tests for durability and stability of the product, and the basis for selecting these tests. (4) Copies of all written communications between the manufacturer and dealers, distributors, and purchasers concerning radiation safety including complaints, investigations, instructions, or explanations affecting the use, repair, adjustment, maintenance, or testing of the listed product. (5) Data on production and sales volume levels if available. (b) In addition to the records required by paragraph (a) of this section,…

(a) Every manufacturer required to maintain records pursuant to this part, including records received pursuant to § 1002.41, shall preserve such records for a period of 5 years from the date of the record. (b) Upon reasonable notice by an officer or employee duly designated by the Department, manufacturers shall permit such officer or employee to inspect appropriate books, records, papers, and documents as are relevant to determining whether the manufacturer has acted or is acting in compliance with Federal standards. (c) Upon request of the Director, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, a manufacturer of products listed in table 1 of § 1002.1 shall submit to the Director, copies of the records required to be maintained by paragraph (b) of § 1002.30. [38 FR 28625, Oct. 15, 1973, as amended at 53 FR 11254, Apr. 6, 1988; 60 FR 48386, Sept. 19, 1995]

The Secretary or his representative shall not disclose any information reported to or otherwise obtained by him, pursuant to this part, which concerns or relates to a trade secret or other matter referred to in section 1905 of title 18 of the United States Code, except that such information may be disclosed to other officers or employees of the Department and of the other agencies concerned with carrying out the requirements of the Act. Nothing in this section shall authorize the withholding of information by the Secretary, or by any officers or employees under his control, from the duly authorized committees of the Congress.

(a) Dealers and distributors of electronic products for which there are performance standards and for which the retail price is $50 or more shall obtain such information as is necessary to identify and locate first purchasers if the product is subject to this section by virtue of table 1 of § 1002.1. (b) Such information shall include: (1) The name and mailing address of the distributor, dealer, or purchaser to whom the product was transferred. (2) Identification and brand name of the product. (3) Model number and serial or other identification number of the product. (4) Date of sale, award, or lease. (c) The information obtained pursuant to this section shall be forwarded immediately to the appropriate manufacturer of the electronic product, or preserved as prescribed in § 1002.41. [38 FR 28625, Oct. 15, 1973, as amended at 42 FR 18063, Apr. 5, 1977; 60 FR 48386, Sept. 19, 1995]

(a) Information obtained by dealers and distributors pursuant to § 1002.40 shall immediately be forwarded to the appropriate manufacturer unless: (1) The dealer or distributor elects to hold and preserve such information and to immediately furnish it to the manufacturer when advised by the manufacturer or the Director, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, that such information is required for purposes of section 535 of the Act; and (2) The dealer or distributor, upon making the election under paragraph (a)(1) of this section, promptly notifies the manufacturer of such election; such notification shall be in writing and shall identify the dealer or distributor and the electronic product or products for which the information is being accumulated and preserved. (b) Every dealer or distributor who elects to hold and preserve information required pursuant to § 1002.40 shall preserve the information for a period of 5 years from the date of the sale, award, or lease of the product, or until the dealer or distributor discontinues dealing in, or distributing the product, whichever is sooner. If the dealer or distributor discontinues dealing in, or distributing the product, such…

All information furnished to manufacturers by dealers and distributors pursuant to this part shall be treated by such manufacturers as confidential information which may be used only as necessary to notify persons pursuant to section 535 of the Act. [75 FR 16353, Apr. 1, 2010]

(a) Manufacturers of electronic products may submit to the Director a request, together with accompanying justification, for exemption from any requirements listed in table 1 of § 1002.1. The request must specify each requirement from which an exemption is requested. In addition to other information that is required, the justification must contain documented evidence showing that the product or product type for which the exemption is requested does not pose a public health risk and meets at least one of the following criteria: (1) The products cannot emit electronic product radiation in sufficient intensity or of such quality, under any conditions of operation, maintenance, service, or product failure, to be hazardous; (2) The products are produced in small quantities; (3) The products are used by trained individuals and are to be used by the same manufacturing corporation or for research, investigation, or training. (4) The products are custom designed and used by trained individuals knowledgeable of the hazards; or (5) The products are produced in such a way that the requirements are inappropriate or unnecessary. (b) The Director may, subject to any conditions that the…

Upon application therefor by the manufacturer, the Director, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, may exempt from the provisions of this part a manufacturer of any electronic product intended for use by departments or agencies of the United States provided such department or agency has prescribed procurement specifications governing emissions of electronic product radiation and provided further that such product is of a type used solely or predominantly by departments or agencies of the United States. [38 FR 28625, Oct. 15, 1973, as amended at 53 FR 11254, Apr. 6, 1988]

All submissions such as reports, test data, product descriptions, and other information required by this part, or voluntarily submitted to the Director, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, shall be filed with the number of copies as prescribed by the Director, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, and shall be signed by the person making the submission. The submissions required by this part shall be addressed to the Food and Drug Administration, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, ATTN: Electronic Product Reports, Document Mail Center, 10903 New Hampshire Ave., Bldg. 66, rm. G609, Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002. (a) In addition to the requirements of this part, all material submitted to the Director, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, shall be submitted pursuant to the provisions of part 20—Public Information, of this chapter. (b) Where guides or instructions have been issued by the Director for the submission of material required by this part, such as test data, product reports, abbreviated reports, supplemental reports, and annual reports, the material submitted shall conform to the applicable reporting guides or instructions. Where it is not…