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ARIB STD-T107

ARIB STD-T107 defines the technical requirements for RFID systems operating in the 920 MHz UHF band in Japan. It applies to object identification devices classified as Specified Low Power Radio Stations under the Radio Law.

Scope and Application

Used for:

  • Logistics and supply chain tracking

  • Warehouse and inventory systems

  • Asset management and industrial RFID applications

Frequency and Operation

  • Band: 916.7 – 923.5 MHz

  • Techniques: Mandatory interference mitigation using → Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS), channel assignment, or Listen Before Talk (LBT)

  • Device classes: Differentiated by power level and duty cycle

Power Limits

  • Fixed readers: Up to 1 W (30 → dBm) → EIRP with mitigation

  • Portable devices: Lower limits and stricter duty cycles

Certification and Labeling

  • Certification by a Registered Certification Body (RCB) is required

  • Devices must display the Giteki mark with certification number

  • Compliance involves both ARIB STD-T107 and relevant provisions of the Japanese Radio Law

For support with testing and approval, see our → MIC Certification Services.

Note
A comprehensive overview of device categories, certification process, and Giteki marking can be found in the guide → MIC Requirements – Overview.

Further Reading & Official Resources

Official ARIB Standard

This is a curated selection of key sources. For full and up-to-date regulatory documentation, please refer to the official portals of the relevant authorities. All references were verified as of August 2025.

Last updated on August 19, 2025 by IBL-Editors Team Give feedback on this article