CCC 2026 Updates: 16 Self-Declared Products Now Require Third-Party Certification

On January 7, 2026, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) of China issued the Announcement of the State Administration for Market Regulation on Adjusting the Certification Models for Certain Products within the Compulsory Product Certification Catalogue, signaling a pivotal shift in the compliance landscape for specific items within the Compulsory Product Certification (CCC) catalog. This regulatory update mandates a transition from the existing self-declaration model to a rigorous third-party certification framework for 16 distinct product types.

Expanded Scope

Grounded in the Regulations of the People’s Republic of China on Certification and Accreditation, this directive aims to strengthen product quality oversight. The adjustment affects five primary areas encompassing 16 specific product types:

Electrical switches, protection or connection devices for electrical installations: fuse-links;
Small power motors;
Electric tools:electric drills, electric grinders, electric hammers;
Electric welding machines:DC arc welding machines, TIG arc welding machines, MIG/MAG arc welding machines, plasma arc cutting machines;
Vehicles and safety accessories: automotive safety glass, automotive safety belts, external lighting and light-signaling devices for motor vehicles, indirect vision devices for motor vehicles, automotive seats and head restraints, vehicle travelling data recorders, retro-reflective markings for vehicle bodies.

Implementation Timeline

Starting from on 1 July 2026, designated certification bodies will start accepting applications for CCC certification. A key feature of this process is the commitment to leveraging existing self-declaration results to streamline the issuance of new CCC certificates, the national system will cease generating or accepting new self-declarations for these items.
By 31 December 2026, manufacturers are required to finalize the conversion to CCC certificates and voluntarily cancel their corresponding self-declarations by year-end. An exemption applies to inventory already manufactured and shipped within the valid self-declaration period; such products may continue to be sold without conversion.
By 1 January 2027, strict enforcement begins. The 16 product types must possess a valid CCC certification and bear the CCC mark to be manufactured, sold, imported, or used in any business activity. All remaining self-declarations in the system will be automatically invalidated.

Notes from SESEC:

While the CCC certification catalogue remains unchanged, the certification models for some products has been changed. A 6-month window is set to facilitate a smooth transition, emphasizing the acceptance of previous evaluation data to minimize industry burden.

Detailed implementation rules, the official roster of authorized certification bodies, and specific technical guidelines are anticipated in early 2026, following drafts previously notified to the WTO TBT committee.

SESEC will continue to keep up with the latest changes. EU manufacturers and exporters currently utilizing self-declarations for these 16 product types are advised to proactively monitor upcoming detailed regulations. Engaging with accredited certification bodies immediately to initiate the conversion process is essential to ensure continued and uninterrupted market access to China.

Source: https://www.cnca.gov.cn/zwxx/gg/2025/art/2026/art_27223a9fb4d146b58b9a7fcb14d5a41a.html