The Chinese CCC (China Compulsory Certification) Mark is a safety mark that became effective in 2003 for many products sold in China. This procedure integrated the old CCIB and CCEE systems (product safety certification). This Bulletin provides an update covering the latest product groups and the process to achieve certification. 

List of products covered by the CCC Mark

The catalogue now includes well in excess of 130 products falling within the following groupings:

1	Electrical wires and cables	12	Motor vehicles and safety parts
2	Switches for circuits, installation protective and connection devices	13	Motor vehicle tires
3	Low voltage electrical apparatus	14	Safety glasses
4	Small power motors	15	Agricultural machinery
5	Electrical tools	16	Latex products
6	Welding machines	17	Medical devices
7	Household and similar electrical appliances	18	Fire fighting equipment
8	Audio and video apparatus	19	Detectors for intruder alarm systems
9	Information technology equipment	20	Home decor and remodeling products
10	Lighting devices	21	Safety parts and accessories of vehicles  and motorcycles
11	Telecommunication terminal equipment	22	Toy products

Certification by Chinese Authorities

CCC certification can only be granted by the Chinese Authorities. In China, nine certification bodies are accredited by CNCA (Chinese Certification and Accreditation Administration) to grant CCC certification. Products applying for CCC certification must conform to Chinese standards (GB standards). The main characteristics of this procedure are as follows:

• Tests must be carried out at accredited Chinese laboratories; tests can be reduced on presentation of a valid CB certificate (less than 3 years old) and by supplying a sample product.
• Miscellaneous technical documentation is required.
• Based on the documentation received, the Chinese certification body reviews the application/ reports and, assuming all in order, grants certification and CCC marking.
• Factory inspection at the applicant’s expense is required.
• Follow-up inspections are required every 12 to 18 months.

Services provided by Bureau Veritas

As a CBTL and member of the IECEE’s CB scheme, Bureau Veritas LCIE China can partner with you throughout the certification process from application up to the granting of certification including liaison with the Chinese authorities. We offer the following services:

• Information about CCC certification
• Checking for applicable CCC requirements
• Assistance for certification, from the application form to the issue of the certificate
• Issuance of CB certificate, reducing the required level of testing in China
• Special service whereby the inspection is performed at manufacturer’s premises

For more information: Please contact your client service representative or:

Shanghai: constance.deregloix@cn.bureauveritas.com / emilie.tong@cn.bureauveritas.com

Hong Kong: cliff.wong@hk.bureauveritas.com

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