The products within JC-40's scope include digital integrated circuits without regard to their fabrication technology. The committee develops the definition of test parameters and their methods of measurement, and registration formats to promote standardization of type designations.

To accomplish these functions, the committee cooperates with other JEDEC committees and organizations on matters of terms and definitions, mechanical standardization, international standardization, and government liaison. The committee also maintains liaisons with user organizations to promote wide acceptance of the committee’s output.