In an era where product safety is increasingly valued, CCC certification—China’s mandatory product certification system—has become a "pass" for numerous products to enter the market. This article comprehensively interprets key knowledge about CCC certification bodies, targeting manufacturers of batteries, power banks, and electric bicycle batteries, helping enterprises efficiently pass certification and smoothly access the market.

I. What Is CCC Certification? Why Is It So Important?

CCC (China Compulsory Certification) is a product conformity assessment system implemented by the Chinese government in accordance with laws and regulations. It aims to protect consumers’ personal safety and national security, and strengthen product quality management.

For batteries, power banks, and electric bicycle battery products, the importance of CCC certification is reflected in three core aspects:

• Mandatory Requirement for Market Access: According to the regulations of the State Administration for Market Regulation, products without CCC certification certificates and certification marks shall not leave the factory, be sold, imported, or used in other business activities.
• Enhanced Product Competitiveness: The CCC mark symbolizes product safety and quality, boosting consumer confidence and improving market competitiveness.
• Legal Risk Mitigation: Selling products without CCC certification may lead to administrative penalties and legal risks; certification effectively avoids these hazards.

II. CCC Certification Scope & Timelines for Battery Products

1. Power Banks (Category 0914)

• Definition: Portable power sources with AC/DC input/output, containing lithium-ion batteries/battery packs, and weighing no more than 18kg. Includes common power banks, portable energy storage power supplies, camping power banks, etc.
• Certification Standards: GB 4943.1, GB 31241.

2. Lithium-Ion Batteries & Battery Packs for Portable Electronic Products (Category 0915)

• Definition: Rechargeable devices that convert chemical energy and electrical energy through lithium-ion movement between positive and negative electrodes. Combinations of lithium-ion batteries with protection circuits, designed for portable office products, mobile communication devices, portable audio/video products, etc.
• Certification Standard: GB 31241.
• Special Note: Excludes lithium-ion batteries and battery packs for e-cigarettes.

3. Lithium-Ion Batteries for Electric Bicycles (Category 1121)

• Includes: Single cells (basic units converting chemical energy to electrical energy) and battery packs (assemblies of one or more cells with casings, terminals, and protection devices). Covers lithium iron phosphate, lithium manganese oxide, ternary lithium, and solid-state (semi-solid) lithium-ion batteries for electric bicycles.
• Certification Standard: GB 43854.

III. Detailed CCC Certification Process

The CCC certification process typically includes the following stages:

1. Application Acceptance: Enterprises submit applications to certification bodies. After successful acceptance, the certification body issues a notice, requesting the applicant to submit relevant documents and data.
2. Document Review: The certification body reviews the applicant’s documents and notifies them to send samples to designated testing institutions.
3. Sample Submission & Testing: The applicant sends samples to the designated testing institution. After sample acceptance, the testing institution initiates testing.
4. Sample Testing: The testing institution conducts comprehensive tests on samples in accordance with applicable standards.
5. Factory Inspection: For applications requiring factory inspection, the certification body organizes an inspection.
6. Conformity Assessment: Certification engineers conduct an initial evaluation, followed by a re-evaluation by conformity assessment personnel.
7. Certificate Approval: The certification body issues the CCC certification certificate.

Key Note: Effective August 15, 2025, the Rules for the Implementation of Compulsory Product Certification – Power Banks, Lithium-Ion Batteries and Battery Packs (Trial) (CNCA-C09-02:2025) specifies the certification model as "Type Test + Initial Factory Inspection + Post-Certification Supervision", with a certificate validity period of 5 years.

IV. How to Choose the Right CCC Certification Body?

Faced with numerous CCC certification bodies, battery manufacturers can consider the following factors:

• Qualifications & Authorization Scope: First confirm whether the certification body has the designated certification qualifications for relevant battery products issued by the Certification and Accreditation Administration of China (CNCA).
• Industry Experience & Professionalism: Select institutions with rich certification experience in the battery field, as they can more efficiently guide enterprises through the certification process.
• Service Network & Response Speed: Evaluate the completeness of the certification body’s service network and its ability to provide timely technical support and consulting services.
• Certification Cost & Cycle: On the premise of ensuring certification quality, comprehensively compare the certification fees and cycles of different institutions to choose the most cost-effective service.

V. Our Services & Commitments

As a professional testing and certification technical service institution, we are committed to providing comprehensive CCC certification solutions for manufacturers of batteries, power banks, and electric bicycle batteries:

• Professional Team Support: Our experienced technical team is familiar with CCC certification regulations, standards, and processes, providing professional guidance and services.
• One-on-One Full-Process Service: From application to certification, we offer one-on-one technical support, assisting enterprises in preparing technical documents and samples to ensure a smooth certification process.
• Efficient Communication & Coordination: Acting as a bridge between enterprises and certification bodies, we facilitate efficient communication, promptly resolve issues during certification, and shorten the certification cycle.
• Continuous Technical Services: After certification, we continue to provide technical support to help enterprises respond to market supervision inspections and certificate maintenance.

With the continuous improvement of national safety requirements for battery products, CCC certification has become a basic requirement for batteries, power banks, and electric bicycle batteries to enter the market. Choosing a professional certification institution and technical service partner not only helps enterprises pass certification efficiently but also serves as an important way to improve product quality and enhance market competitiveness.

If you have any questions about CCC certification for batteries, power banks, or electric bicycle batteries, please feel free to contact us! Our professional team will provide detailed technical consulting and personalized certification solutions to safeguard your products’ smooth entry into the market.