What certifications are required for charging cables in the North American market?

For the North American market, charging guns require the following core certifications. For safety certification, UL/cUL certification is mandatory: charging couplers (gun heads) must comply with UL 2251, protective devices with UL 2231, and the connector must follow SAE J1772 (AC) or SAE J3400 / NACS(DC) protocol specifications. For electromagnetic compatibility, FCC EMC certification is required at the federal level, ensuring radiated and conducted emissions meet FCC requirements. Additionally, some states or utility projects may require Energy Star or local utility admission certifications. DEGSON North America edition charging guns are UL/cUL and FCC certified, fully covering SAE J1772 and NACS connectors, ready for direct market entry.