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Following are some typical Asked Questions about the China Compulsory Certification (CCC) system:



1. Q: Is it necessary for export product to obtain CCC approval?
A: For those products specially produced according to foreign trade contract, there is no need to apply for CCC certification. But the remained products for certain reason will be forbidden to sell in the market unless they obtain CCC approval.

2. Q: For those components used in the appliance and listed separately in the First Catalogue of Product Subject to Compulsory Product Certification (hereafter Catalogue), is it necessary to obtain CCC approval?

A: If the whole appliance is listed in the Catalogue, it is welcome for the components used in it and listed in the Catalogue as well to apply for CCC certification separately; but it is acceptable for them to only test with the appliance; If the whole appliance is not listed in the Catalogue, there is no need to apply for CCC certification if the components used in the appliance are not exported and sold separately, and it necessary to obtain CCC approval if the components are exported or sold separately and they are listed in the Catalogue at the same time.

3. Q: What are the conditions to recognize the CB Test Certificate? If the appliance has got CB Test Certificate, will the components used in it be subject to test or any other requirement?
A: The conditions to recognize the CB Test Certificate includes:

(a). The standards used in the CB Test Certificate should be within the scope that China has promised to recognize

(b). Valid CB Test Report (within three years, CB Test Certificate + CB Test Report)

(c). The product name, model and specifications, manufacturer and factory listed in the CB Test Certificate must be the same with or cover those given in the application for CCC certification

(d) CNCA or Certification Body reserve the right to check and test according to the national difference. The components used in the appliance shall be recognized, but the right to check is reserved as well.

4. Q: Can the manufacturer with ISO9001 certification be avoiding of factory inspection for Compulsory Product Certification?

A: No. Factory inspection for Compulsory Product Certification has some quality system requirements as a part, but the more important part is the specific requirements for production process control, inspection and check of consistency of the product. For those manufacturers have got ISO9001 certification issued by the certification body authorized by CNCA, it is acceptable to simplify the inspection for quality system.

5. Q: Is it possible for foreign organizations to be designated as certification body, testing body or inspection body for China Compulsory Product Certification?
A: CNCA will not designate the foreign organization directly. But the foreign certification or testing bodies may carry out relevant business through mutual or multilateral agreement.

6. Will the voluntary certification results of a component be recognized if the component is subject to test with the appliance according to the Implementation Rules of Compulsory Product Certification?

A: If the component has been certified by the certification body approved or by CNCA, the designated certification body shall recognize the certification result. There should be no repeat of testing.

7. Q: How to get the catalogue of product subject to certification relevant to HS code and how to find the answer to questions about the scope of the product subject to CCC certification?
A: CNCA and AQSIQ issued jointly detailed catalogue of product subject to certification relevant to HS code (Announcement No. 60 by AQSIQ and CNCA). Those who have questions about the scope of the products subject to CCC certification shall enquiry to CNCA in writing form and CNCA will reply accordingly.

8. Q: What is general requirements or procedure for certification

A: (1) Prepare application documents and submit application for certification
(2) Conduct type testing
(3) Prepare Initial inspection of the factory
(4) Evaluation of certification results and approval of certification
(5) Obtain the Certificate
(6) Meet with the Follow-up inspection criteria

Following are general Frequent Asked Questions (FAQ) about the China Compulsory Certification (CCC) system:


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1. Q: How to clarify whether a certain kind of product is subjected to CCCcertification?

A: Please check with the First Catalogue of Products Subject to China Compulsory Product Certification (CCC) first. If the product name used is different from that listed in the Catalogue, please refer to Collection of tandards for Products Subject to CCC Certification to determine whether that product is subjected to CCC certification according to relevant applicable standards.

2. Q: What are the standards applied for CCC certification?

A: Please refer to the Collection of Standards for Products Subject to CCC Certification.

3. Q: Which kind of product is subjected to additional EMC testing requirements?

A: Please refer to the Products Subject to Additional EMC Testing Requirements and Relevant Standards.

4. Q: How to apply for CCC certification for new product category?

A: Certification body designated for electrical and similar equipment includes: China Quality Certification enter (CQC) and China Certification Center for Electromagnetic Compatibility (CEMC). Firstly, please check the signated product scope of the above two certification bodies, CQC and CEMC, to see which certification body your product is covered by. If the product is covered by both of the certification bodies, it is free to choose any of the two certification bodies for application.

5. Q: How to contact with CNCA

A: Please refer to the website: www.cnca.gov.cn or through our agency service.

6. Q: How to apply for CCC certification to CQC?

A: Please refer to the Guide on CCC Application on the Website of CQC and go to

the internet website www.cqc.com.cn or through our agency service.

7 Q: How to apply for CCC certification to CEMC?

A: Please download and fill the Application Form for CCC Certification, making reference to the Procedures to Apply for CCC Certification. And submit the application form to CEMC after completing it

8. Q: Can I pick the designated certification bodies?

A: Generally, each certification body is responsible for different product categories. When there is overlap, applicants can make their own choice.

9. Q: Will my CB report be recognized by China Quality Certification Center (CQC)?

A: Only if it is issued by an IECEE CB member that falls under CQC's recognition scope, then the CB report will be recognized. CQC does not participate in IECEE’s CB scheme for batteries, measuring instruments & electrical equipment for medical use.

10. Q: Can other Certification Body such as UL, CSA or VDE perform CCC tests?

A: No. Only the 76 accredited Chinese labs can conduct CCC testing at present.

11. Q: Is it true that the Chinese certification body won't provide a confirmed quotation for the testing fee up front?

A: Yes. Since the testing requirement is different for each submitted product, the certification body can provide the confirmed cost only after the testing is completed.

12. Q: Is Certification required from the State Drug Administration(SDA) for medical equipment?

A: CNCA is responsible for safety & EMC testing of medical equipment; SDA is responsible for medical equipment production registration & performance evaluation. However, no tests need to be repeated.

13. Q: Is a Network Access license in addition to CCC certification required for telecommunication and terminal equipment?

A: Yes. CNCA is responsible for safety & EMC testing of telecom & terminal equipment; the Ministry of Information Industry (MII) is responsible for performance evaluation. But no repeat tests are required.

14. Q: When should I apply for a CCC Exemption Certificate?

A: The exemption certificate should be obtained before your product leaves the factory or arrives at the port.

15. Q: Must the CCC Exemption Certificate application be made in person?

A: Yes. An agent can present the application on your behalf.

16. Q: Where should the CCC mark be applied?

A: It should be applied on the body of the product, and/or on the package.

17. Q: When should the CCC mark be applied?

A: Before importing or before products leave the factory.

18. Q: Who conducts "Initial Factory Inspection"?

A: Generally, inspectors from the Chinese certification body conduct the inspection.

19. Q: How many days will "Initial Factory Inspection" take?

A: Typically 4 man-days.

20. Q: Who conducts factory inspections?
A: Typically, the Chinese certification bodies’ subcontractor responsible for the county/region where the customer is located will conduct factory inspections.

21. Q: Will a Chinese certification body waive factory inspection if the applicant has a quality registration certificate?

A: Certain inspection of quality management system elements can be waived if the registration certificate is issued by a certification organization accredited by CNCA. However, the product compliance inspection, including production control, inspection & key components, etc., cannot be waived.