China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has officially announced a major update to the China Compulsory Certification (CCC) system. Under the new rules, 16 product types across five categories will transition from the former enterprise self-declaration model to mandatory third-party CCC certification.

The affected products mainly include electric tools, welding machines, small electric motors, and automotive safety components—all of which are considered high-risk products directly related to personal safety and public security.

Products affected by the CCC certification update

Electrical components

• Fuse-links (fuse elements)

Small electric motors

• Small power electric motors

Electric tools

• Electric drills

• Electric grinders

• Electric hammers

Welding and cutting equipment

• Direct current (DC) arc welding machines

• TIG arc welding machines

• MIG/MAG arc welding machines

• Plasma arc cutting machines

Vehicles and automotive safety accessories

• Automotive safety glass

• Automotive safety belts

• External lighting and light-signaling devices for motor vehicles

• Indirect vision devices (mirrors and camera systems)

• Automotive seats and head restraints

• Vehicle driving recorders

• Retro-reflective markings for vehicle bodies

Key CCC implementation timeline

From 1 July 2026
Designated certification bodies will begin accepting CCC certification applications for the above products.
Self-declaration submissions will no longer be accepted in the CCC system.

By 31 December 2026
Manufacturers must complete the transition from self-declaration to CCC certificates and cancel existing self-declarations.
Products already manufactured within the valid self-declaration period and no longer in production may continue to be sold.

From 1 January 2027
All affected products must obtain a valid CCC certificate and bear the CCC mark before being manufactured, sold, imported, or used in China.

SAMR confirmed that certification bodies may recognize existing self-declaration evaluation results, provided certification quality and risk control requirements are met, to support a smooth transition and avoid unnecessary duplication.

Impact on manufacturers and exporters

This regulatory change has a direct impact on manufacturers, exporters, and importers of electric tools, welding equipment, motors, and automotive safety parts entering the Chinese market.

Early regulatory assessment, gap analysis, and CCC certification planning are strongly recommended to ensure continued market access and compliance in China. For further information or support, please contact us.