The Chinese government implemented a mandatory certification system for products sold in China on December 3, 2001. The system is composed of 19 categories, containing 132 kinds of products. The certification process is compulsory, and products must be certified by a state-designated certification body. The certification mark indicates that the product complies with the requirements of health, safety, and environmental protection in Europe. The marking also allows for freedom of movement within the European market.

Aside from being used for a variety of applications, LED lighting devices are known for their energy efficiency. They can use about a quarter of the energy of conventional lamps. Several jurisdictions have formulated energy efficiency regulations for LED lights. These regulations are not only helpful for business owners looking for energy-efficient lighting devices, but they can save businesses money over time.

The United States has its own set of standards for lighting. These standards address performance, electromagnetic compatibility, and other requirements. Many of the LED products on the market fail to meet these basic safety requirements. In order to avoid the risk of liability, it is best to purchase a product that is certified to these standards.

UL certification is one of the most common and recognized LED lighting certifications. UL Listed LED lighting certification means that UL has tested a representative sample of the product and found it to meet the requirements of their Standards for Safety. However, UL certification is not required for all LED displays. Asian manufacturers do not apply to UL inspection standards. If you are interested in purchasing an LED display, it is important to ask if the company is UL certified. This is a reputable and independent source that can confirm the product's safety.

CE (Conformite Europeene) marks are also mandatory for certain products. The CE certification mark means that the product complies with the health, safety, and environmental protection standards in Europe. A product's key component parts are required to be certified as well. If the product is not CE certified, the manufacturer will not be able to sell the product in the EU.

For a product to be inspected, it will need to be tested by an FCC approved test laboratory. If the product is sold in the US, the product will need to be tested according to the FCC test standards for LED luminaire products, which include A2LA qualification. In addition, the FCC test laboratory must be registered on the FCC website and must be able to provide information to the FCC. In some cases, the inspector may "red tag" the LED display if the product does not meet UL standards.