China Compulsory Certification (CCC) is required for products in the CCC catalogue – including power adapters, household appliances, lighting, cables, IT equipment, toys, auto parts and tyres – before they can be imported, sold or used in China. The process includes type testing in a designated Chinese laboratory, an initial factory inspection and annual follow-up surveillance.
CCC at a Glance
| Authority | SAMR / CNCA and designated certification bodies (e.g. CQC) |
|---|---|
| Countries | China |
| Mark | CCC |
| Requirement | Mandatory |
| Typical timeline | Varies – ask us |
| Validity | Up to 5 years with annual follow-up |
| Local representative | Depends |
Products We Commonly Support
- Power adapters
- Household appliances
- Lighting equipment
- Cables
- Toys
- Auto parts
- Tyres
- IT equipment
- Lithium-ion batteries
How Global Approbation Handles CCC
- Step 1. Confirm the product is in the CCC catalogue and whether certification or self-declaration applies.
- Step 2. Apply to a designated certification body (such as CQC) with product and factory information.
- Step 3. Send samples for type testing in a designated Chinese lab.
- Step 4. Initial factory inspection of the production site.
- Step 5. Certificate issue and approval to use the CCC mark; annual follow-up inspections keep it valid.
Documents Required
- Application form and product description
- Circuit diagrams, critical components list and certificates
- Nameplate / label and user manual in Chinese
- Factory quality-system documents
- Authorisation letters for applicant, manufacturer and factory
CCC: Frequently Asked Questions
Is CCC mandatory in China?
Yes. Products in the CCC catalogue need type testing in a designated Chinese lab, an initial factory inspection and annual follow-up surveillance before they can be imported, sold or used in China.
Which products need CCC?
Typical products include Power adapters, Household appliances, Lighting equipment, Cables, Toys, Auto parts, Tyres, IT equipment and Lithium-ion batteries. Coverage follows the regulator's current list and HS codes, so we confirm it for your exact product.
Does a foreign manufacturer need a local representative for CCC?
Depends. Global Approbation coordinates with your importer or arranges a representative where needed.
How long does CCC take and how long is it valid?
Typical timeline: Varies – ask us. Validity: Up to 5 years with annual follow-up. Share your product details for a realistic plan and cost.
Are CB reports accepted for CCC?
CB test reports can reduce the testing scope for some products, but CCC generally still requires testing in a designated Chinese laboratory and a factory inspection.
Regulations, standards and deadlines change. Scope, testing route and timelines are confirmed product by product after our applicability review. Global Approbation is a consultancy and does not itself issue certificates; approvals are granted by the relevant authority, accredited laboratory or certification body.