US Marketplace Electric Fan UL507 Testing + TIC Guide

(Based on the Latest July 2026 Amazon US Marketplace Mandatory TIC Audit Policy for Lithium Battery Small Home Appliances)

What is ul507? (Amazon US Marketplace Mandatory Standard for Fans)

UL507 is the safety standard for electric fans (under 600V), covering:

• Plug-in fans (desk fans / pedestal fans / wall fans)

• Portable lithium battery fans, neck fans, USB fans

• Garage / camping / patio fans

Note: Amazon only accepts the UL507 test report (from an ISO17025 accredited laboratory). They do not require a UL certificate (no factory audit is needed).

Core UL507 Testing Items (Must-Pass, Amazon's Primary Focus)

1) Electrical Safety (Prevention of Electric Shock / Fire)

• Dielectric Withstand: 1200V/1min or 1500V/1min (no breakdown)

• Leakage Current: ≤0.5mA (Class I) / ≤0.75mA (Class II)

• Insulation Resistance: ≥2MΩ

• Grounding Continuity: Within 0.1Ω (if grounded)

2) Mechanical Safety (Prevention of Cuts / Pinching)

• Guard Mesh Probe Test (Highest failure rate): Using a standard 5mm probe, it must not touch any rotating parts (fan blades / oscillating mechanism).

• Guard Mesh Strength: No deformation under a 45N (≈4.5kg) push force; no breakage under 89N (≈9kg).

• Stability: Must not tip over when tilted at a 15° angle.

3) Thermal Safety & Durability (High-Risk Area for Fires)

• Temperature Rise: Motor housing ≤85°C; handle/enclosure ≤50°C.

• Locked Rotor Test (Mandatory): If fan blades are jammed for 30 minutes, the protection mechanism must activate. Temperature must remain ≤150°C with no fire or smoke.

• Flame Retardance: Plastics surrounding the motor must meet ul94 V-0.

4) Additional Mandatory Tests for Lithium Battery Fans (Enhanced in the 2024 Version of UL507)

• Charging Circuit: Over-voltage / over-current / short-circuit protection.

• Battery Pack: ul2054 / UL62133-2.

• Cell: ul1642.

2026 Amazon US Marketplace TIC-DV Audit New Regulations (Core)

1) Effective Dates

• June 30, 2026: New regulations take effect. Sellers can no longer upload reports themselves.

• August 30, 2026: Failure to complete TIC verification → Mandatory ASIN removal + FBA inventory frozen.

2) Who Must Perform TIC-DV

You must meet all 3 conditions simultaneously:

1. US Marketplace / Canada Marketplace

2. Household fans (including portable / neck fans)

3. Built-in / matching rechargeable lithium batteries (Li-ion/Li-Po)

• ✅ Pure plug-in fans: Still require UL507, but TIC-DV is temporarily not mandatory (may become stricter in the future).

• ❌ Dry cell / Ni-MH batteries: TIC is not required.

3) TIC = Testing + Inspection + Certification

Amazon has designated a whitelist of TIC organizations (such as SGS, UL, Intertek, BV, etc.). The organization will upload the documents directly to Amazon throughout the process; sellers cannot intervene.

Complete UL507 + TIC-DV Process (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Confirm in Seller Central if DV is Triggered

• Path: Performance → Account Health → Policy Compliance → Food and Product Safety Issues.

• If you see "Verify your product" → TIC-DV has been triggered.

Step 2: Create a TRF Application Number (Bound to ASIN)

• Select an Amazon-approved TIC organization on the DV page.

• Generate a unique TRF (Test Request Form) number and send it to the TIC / laboratory.

Step 3: Prepare Samples + Documentation (Most Critical)

A. Samples (Send 2 complete sets of samples + accessories)

• Complete machine (including battery/charger).

• Instruction manual, product label, and packaging.

B. Document Checklist (All are mandatory, none can be missing)

1. UL507 Test Report (from an ISO17025 lab, valid within 12 months).

• Note: Model, brand, and manufacturer must 100% match the Listing.

1. Lithium Battery Matching Reports (Exclusive to lithium battery fans).

• Cell: UL1642

• Battery pack: UL2054 / UL62133-2

• Transportation: un38.3 + Test Summary

1. fcc sdoc (Normal fans, Part 15B).

• Smart fans (WiFi / Bluetooth): fcc-ID

1. DOE Energy Efficiency (Mandatory from Feb 18, 2025).

• Normal fans: ≥4.0 CFM/W

• Standby: ≤0.5W

1. Label Photos (Actual real-life photos, no Photoshop allowed).

• Must show: Model, voltage, manufacturer, origin, UL/fcc marks, Prop 65 warning.

1. Commercial Liability Insurance (≥ $1 million USD).

2. Declaration of Conformity (DoC) (Signed by the manufacturer).

Step 4: TIC Organization Verification (3–7 Business Days)

• TIC will verify: Report authenticity, standard validity, model consistency, and label compliance.

• If there are issues: Returned for rectification.

• If no issues: Uploaded directly to Amazon Seller Central.

Step 5: Amazon Automatically Updates Compliance Status

• Approved: ASIN resumes normal sales.

• Rejected: Listing removed; requires resending samples or supplementing reports.

Most Common Reasons for Rejection (90% of Sellers Fall into These Traps)

• The UL507 report is not from an ISO17025 lab → Directly invalid.

• Model / Brand / Manufacturer does not match the Listing (watch out for case sensitivity, spaces, and model suffixes).

• Report expired (older than 12 months).

• Lithium battery fans are missing UL1642 / UL2054 / UN38.3 reports.

• Guard Mesh Probe Test failed (the 5mm probe can touch the fan blades).

• Uploading the report yourself in Seller Central (without going through TIC) → Directly rejected.

• Product label is missing the Prop 65 warning (for California).

Timeline (2026 Reference)

Normal Plug-in Fans (UL507 + TIC)

• Testing: 5–7 business days

• TIC Audit: 3–5 business days

Lithium Battery Fans (UL507 + UL1642 + UL2054 + FCC-ID + TIC)

• Testing: 2–3 weeks

• TIC Audit: 5–7 business days

Seller Action Checklist (Do This Now)

1. Check applicability: Confirm if your fan is lithium battery-powered + sold on the US Marketplace → TIC required.

2. Check existing UL507 reports: Ensure they are from an ISO17025 lab, issued within 12 months, and have consistent model numbers.

3. Supplement battery reports: Get UL1642 / UL2054 / UN38.3 for lithium battery fans if missing.

4. Initiate TRF: Contact an Amazon whitelisted TIC organization to start the TRF process.

5. Execution: Send samples + full set of documents → TIC verification → Listing activated/restored.