What it does This Citation provides notice under section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act that Derycom must comply with section 1.17 and Part 2, Subpart J of the FCC’s rules. The Commission states that Derycom represented that it operated from a Minnesota address, while acknowledging that most of its personnel and its 99%-owner were in China, and that it listed Joseph Tousignant as a technical reviewer despite his statement that he performed no technical work for the company. The FCC also finds that Derycom certified at least ten devices requiring testing above its approved 40 GHz limit, including devices requiring testing up to 100, 200, and 220 GHz.

Who it affects The Citation directly affects Derycom and its future dealings with the FCC as a telecommunications certification body (TCB). It also bears on FCC-recognized TCBs, NIST designation, laboratory accreditation, and manufacturers relying on TCB certifications.

Why it matters The action emphasizes that truthful ownership, location, staffing, accreditation, and scope information is central to the integrity of the equipment-authorization system. Continued violations could lead to substantial forfeitures, equipment seizure, or criminal sanctions.

Key dates and numbers

• Adopted and released September 11, 2026; response due within 30 calendar days.
• Derycom’s FCC recognition expired June 30, 2026, after suspension in May.
• Derycom was authorized only through 40 GHz but certified at least 10 devices above that scope.