With the rapid development and widespread application of battery technology, China’s safety supervision over various battery products has become increasingly improved. Recently, relevant national authorities have intensively issued a series of new national standards and certification requirements for battery products, covering key categories such as power banks, lithium-ion batteries for electric bicycles, and power batteries for electric vehicles. This article comprehensively interprets the latest requirements of battery new national standard certification, helping enterprises timely grasp policy changes and ensure compliant product launch.

I. New Certification Rules for Power Banks & Lithium-Ion Batteries

1. Overview of New Rules

According to Announcement No. 15 of 2025 by the Certification and Accreditation Administration of China (CNCA), the Rules for the Implementation of Compulsory Product Certification – Power Banks, Lithium-Ion Batteries and Battery Packs (Trial) (CNCA-C09-02:2025) has been officially implemented on August 15, 2025, marking a new phase in the CCC certification management of power banks and lithium-ion batteries.

2. Key Changes

• Adjusted Certification Model: Updated to "Type Test + Initial Factory Inspection + Post-Certification Supervision".
• Revised Sampling Method: Samples for type tests are no longer provided by enterprises; instead, certification bodies or laboratories conduct on-site sampling from production sites.
• Process Recording Requirement: Enterprises and relevant institutions must conduct complete video recording during sampling and testing. After type tests, laboratories shall properly preserve test samples for future inspection.
• Strengthened Factory Inspections: Added clear requirements for key production processes of enterprises and introduced on-site sampling testing at production facilities.

3. Transition Period Arrangements

Previously issued valid compulsory product certification certificates can continue to be used. The conversion of certification certificates will be completed through natural transition methods such as certificate renewal upon expiration, product modification, and standard version update.

II. New Certification Rules for Lithium-Ion Batteries for Electric Bicycles

1. Implementation Timelines

Clear timelines have been set for the CCC certification management of lithium-ion batteries and chargers for electric bicycles:

• November 1, 2025: Compulsory product certification (CCC certification) will be implemented for lithium-ion batteries and chargers for electric bicycles.
• December 1, 2025: Electric bicycles that do not meet new national standard requirements or have not obtained CCC certification based on new standards will be prohibited from sale.

2. Transition Between Old and New Standards

According to CNCA announcements, all designated electric bicycle certification bodies will revoke all valid CCC certification certificates issued based on old standards by December 1, 2025. This means all relevant enterprises must complete the conversion to new standard certification before this date.

3. New Technical Requirements

The new national standard for electric bicycles (GB 17761-2024) introduces new technical requirements for complete vehicles and batteries:

• Vehicle Weight: For electric bicycles using lead-acid batteries, the maximum vehicle weight is adjusted from 55kg to 63kg; for those using other types of batteries, the maximum weight remains ≤55kg.
• Plastic Proportion: Strengthened fire and flame retardancy requirements for non-metallic materials; the total plastic weight of electric bicycles shall not exceed 5.5% of the total vehicle weight.
• Tamper-Proof Requirements: Enhanced tamper-proof design for battery packs, controllers, and speed limiters; clarified the requirement of "one vehicle, one battery, one charger, one code" and mutual recognition and coordination.
• CCC Certification: Separate certification is required for complete electric bicycles, lithium-ion batteries for electric bicycles, and chargers.

III. New National Standard for Power Batteries for Electric Vehicles

1. Implementation Time

The mandatory national standard Safety Requirements for Power Batteries for Electric Vehicles (GB 38031-2025), formulated by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, will be officially implemented on July 1, 2026.

2. Key Technical Updates

• Thermal Propagation Test: Revised from "providing a thermal event alarm signal 5 minutes before ignition or explosion" to "no ignition, no explosion (alarm still required), and flue gas shall not harm occupants".
• New Bottom Impact Test: Assesses the protection capability of battery bottoms after impact.
• New Safety Test After Fast Charging Cycles: Conducts external short-circuit tests after 300 fast charging cycles, requiring no ignition or explosion.

IV. Guide to Battery New National Standard Certification Process

Facing the implementation of multiple new rules, battery manufacturers need to understand the certification process in a timely manner and arrange certification plans reasonably:

1. Certification Preparation Materials

• Product specifications and technical parameters
• Product structure diagrams and circuit diagrams
• List of key components
• Description of production process flow
• Factory floor plan and list of production equipment

2. Basic Certification Process

1. Application Phase: Submit application materials to designated certification bodies.
2. Type Test: Send samples to designated laboratories for testing (note: on-site sampling from production sites is adopted for power banks and lithium-ion batteries).
3. Initial Factory Inspection: Certification bodies conduct on-site inspections of production factories.
4. Certificate Issuance: Issue CCC certificates after passing tests and factory inspections.
5. Post-Certification Supervision: Certification bodies conduct regular supervision inspections of production factories.

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• Full-Process Technical Guidance: Offer technical consultation from the product design stage to ensure compliance with new national standard requirements.
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• Factory Inspection Preparation: Guide enterprises in establishing compliant quality management systems and preparing for factory inspections.
• Continuous Compliance Services: Provide certificate maintenance and modification services to ensure enterprises continuously meet regulatory requirements.

The implementation of battery new national standard certification marks a new stage of more standardized and safe development for China’s battery industry. For battery manufacturers, timely understanding and adapting to new rule requirements is not only a necessary condition for compliant product launch but also an important opportunity to enhance product competitiveness and gain market trust.

Faced with the intensive introduction of new battery rules, enterprises should initiate certification preparation work as early as possible to ensure a smooth transition of products to new standards. If you need to understand specific product certification requirements or obtain professional certification guidance, please feel free to contact us. We will provide you with comprehensive technical support and service guarantees!