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Battery CQC Certification: Enhancing Safety and Market Access

Editor:ESTL Category:Certification information Release time:2025-09-20 Click volume:3

Although CQC certification is voluntary, it has become an important symbol of battery safety and quality, serving as a key credential for entering high-end markets and gaining recognition from device manufacturers.

As the new energy industry rapidly develops, batteries - as core components - are receiving increased attention for their safety and reliability. The voluntary battery certification program offered by the China Quality Certification Center (CQC) has become one of the important standards for measuring battery product quality.

01 Overview and Importance of CQC Certification

The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) is a professional certification body approved by the Chinese government. CQC mark certification is a voluntary product certification service that indicates a product meets relevant quality, safety, performance, and EMC requirements through the application of the CQC mark.

While not legally required, CQC certification offers significant benefits:

Demonstrates products meet or exceed national/industry standards
Enhances corporate image and product quality perception
Reduces testing costs when integrated into finished products
Lowers testing risks through recognized component certification

02 Scope and Standards

CQC battery certification covers various battery types with specific standards:

Lithium-ion batteries for portable electronics:

Standard: GB31241-2022
Applications: Laptops, phones, headphones, portable electronics

Lithium-ion batteries for stationary equipment:

Standard: GB40165-2021
Applications: IT equipment, AV equipment, communication devices, UPS systems

Lithium-ion batteries for power storage:

Standard: GB/T 36276-2023
Applications: Design, manufacturing, testing, and maintenance of storage batteries

03 Required Documentation

Applying for battery CQC certification requires:

Application form
Business licenses and organization codes
Battery and cell specifications
Safety-critical component list
Specifications for ICs, MOS, PTC components
Product samples

04 Selecting a Certification Partner

When choosing a CQC certification service provider, consider:

Accreditation: CNAS, CMA, and other relevant qualifications
Experience: Proven track record in battery testing
Service capability: Full-range support from testing to certification
International recognition: Global acceptance of certification results

CQC certification serves as a valuable market differentiator, enhancing competitiveness and supporting entry into premium market segments.

Guangdong Energy Storage Testing Technology Co., Ltd. offers professional CQC certification services backed by CNAS L13753 and CMA (202019014977) accreditations, advanced testing equipment, and an experienced technical team.

Label: battery quality certification battery safety certification lithium-ion battery testing China battery standards CQC certification GB/T 36276-2023 GB31241-2022 GB40165-2021

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