The Federal Communications Commission updated its Covered List to add foreign‑made consumer‑grade routers, meaning new models of these devices can no longer receive FCC authorization and therefore cannot be imported, marketed, or sold in the US going forward.
Federal authorities determined that such routers pose unacceptable national security and supply‑chain risks, including potential cyberattacks, espionage, and disruptions to critical infrastructure.
The action affects new router models, but consumers may continue using previously purchased devices. There is a process for manufacturers to apply for conditional approval if a device is deemed not to pose such risks by the Department of War or the Department of Homeland Security.
