Current robot vacuums already approved for sale will not be affected, meaning existing Roombas and other models can continue to be imported and sold. However, future robot vacuums could face new requirements before entering the US market. FCC confirms robot vacuums are includedFCC media relations director Katie Gorscak confirmed to The Verge that robot vacuums are included in the government’s Robot ban. Article continues after adArticle continues after adThe policy could have a major impact on the robot vacuum market, where the overwhelming majority of manufacturers are based outside the US. Unsplash: jankolarAccording to IDC analyst Jitesh Ubrani, the five largest robot vacuum brands, including Roborock, Ecovacs, Dreame, Xiaomi, and Narwal, are all Chinese companies.