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Published by US Compliance Agent LLC One of the first questions foreign manufacturers ask when they learn about the U.S. Agent requirement is: how much does it cost? The answer depends on which agency you need an agent for, what services are included, and whether you are buying a standalone agent designation or a bundled consulting package. This guide breaks down the real pricing landscape so you can make an informed decision. The Short Answer For a standalone U.S. Agent desi

Published by US Compliance Agent LLC If you are a foreign company entering the U.S. market, you have probably encountered three terms that sound similar but mean very different things: U.S. Agent, Registered Agent, and virtual mailbox. Confusing them can lead to compliance gaps, wasted money, or both. This article explains each one, what it does, who needs it, and why they are not interchangeable. U.S. Agent (Federal Regulatory) A U.S. Agent is a person or company physically

Published by US Compliance Agent LLC If you manufacture products outside the United States and sell them into the American market, there is a good chance you are required to designate a U.S.-based agent or contact for one or more federal regulatory agencies. But the requirements vary significantly depending on what you make. This guide cuts through the confusion. Find your product type below and learn exactly which U.S. Agent designation applies to you, which agency requires

Published by US Compliance Agent LLC Starting July 8, 2026, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) will require all importers of regulated consumer products to electronically file Certificates of Compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at the time of entry. This is a major change in how imported consumer products are screened at U.S. ports — and it directly affects every foreign manufacturer whose products are sold in the American market. This art

Published by US Compliance Agent LLC If your company manufactures or exports chemical substances outside the United States for sale into the American market, you may be required to designate a U.S.-based agent under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administers TSCA and uses it to regulate the import, manufacture, processing, and distribution of chemical substances in the United States. This article explains the TSCA agent requ

Published by US Compliance Agent LLC If your company manufactures vehicles, vehicle equipment, or automotive components outside the United States and wants to sell them in the American market, you are required to designate a U.S. Agent. This requirement is established under 49 CFR §551.45 and administered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a division of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). This article explains who needs an NHTSA/DOT U.S. A

Published by US Compliance Agent LLC Choosing a U.S. Agent is one of the first compliance decisions foreign manufacturers face when entering the American market. Whether you need an agent for FDA registration, MoCRA cosmetics compliance, FCC equipment authorization, or e-commerce marketplace requirements, the choice of provider matters more than most companies realize. A responsive, reliable U.S. Agent keeps your regulatory communications flowing smoothly. A poor one can mean

Amazon INFORM Act: U.S. Agent Requirements for Foreign Sellers Published by US Compliance Agent LLC If you sell products on Amazon from outside the United States, you have likely encountered requirements related to the INFORM Consumers Act. This federal law, which went into effect on June 27, 2023, requires online marketplaces like Amazon to collect and verify certain information about high-volume third-party sellers — and for foreign sellers, that includes having a verifiabl

Published by US Compliance Agent LLC If you manufacture medical devices outside the United States and sell them into the U.S. market, you are required to register your establishment with the FDA and designate a U.S. Agent. This requirement has been in place for years under 21 CFR Part 807, and it applies to every foreign medical device establishment — regardless of the risk classification of your devices. This guide covers who needs an FDA U.S. Agent for medical devices, what

Published by US Compliance Agent LLC If your company manufactures electronic devices outside the United States and wants to sell them in the U.S. market, there is a regulatory step that is easy to overlook but impossible to skip: designating an FCC U.S. Agent. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requires foreign manufacturers seeking equipment authorization to designate a U.S.-based agent who can receive legal process and correspondence on their behalf. This requireme

Published by US Compliance Agent LLC If you operate a cosmetics manufacturing facility outside the United States and your products are sold in the U.S. market, MoCRA requires you to register that facility with the FDA. This is not optional — it is a legal requirement that directly affects your ability to export cosmetics to the United States. This guide walks through the entire process step by step: what you need before you start, how to navigate FDA's electronic system, and

Understanding the Difference Published by US Compliance Agent LLC One of the most common points of confusion under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) is the difference between a U.S. Agent and a Responsible Person. Both are required under MoCRA, both play a role in FDA compliance, and both involve obligations related to communication with the agency — but they are fundamentally different roles with different responsibilities. If you are a foreign cosmetics

What Foreign Manufacturers Need to Know Published by US Compliance Agent LLC The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) introduced the most significant changes to U.S. cosmetics regulation in over eight decades. Since its enactment in December 2022, FDA has been rolling out requirements in phases — and 2026 is shaping up to be a critical year for foreign cosmetics companies. If you manufacture cosmetics outside the United States and export to the U.S. market, you n

Published by US Compliance Agent LLC If you manufacture cosmetics outside the United States and sell them into the U.S. market, there is a regulatory requirement you cannot afford to overlook: designating a MoCRA U.S. Agent. The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act — known as MoCRA — was signed into law on December 29, 2022. It represents the most sweeping overhaul of U.S. cosmetics regulation since the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of 1938. Among its many provisi