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November 25 – 29 2013
25. November Selling Online in China 26. November Avoiding Common Scams when Doing Business in China 27. November Marketing your Products in China 28. November Finding an Agent/Distributor in China 29. November Applying for the CCC Mark in China
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HOW TO APPLY FOR THE CCC MARK IN CHINA
NOVEMBER 29TH 2013
• Over 15 years professional industry and consulting experience in Europe and China across different industry sectors including automotive, mechanical engineering, ICT, chemical/pharmaceutical and electric/electronics.
• Worked for leading international companies and European SMEs focussing on Quality and Supply Chain Management, CCC conformity, homologation, and IPR protection.
• Contributed to a number of EU-China cooperation projects with AQSIQ, CNCA, and various European organisations and governments on New Energy Vehicle Standards and Conformity, environmental standards, ICT, and trade secrecy related issues.
• Currently heading up the standards and conformity assessment team in the EU SME Centre, Martina advises European SMEs on their market access to China.
Our Speaker – Martina Gerst
In Today’s Webinar
Market Access in China 1
2 China Compulsory Certification (CCC) – an Overview
3 How to Apply for the CCC Mark?
Market Access in China
Market Access in China – Many Certification Schemes
China Pre-Market and Post-Market Control
Pre-market
Joint responsibility of government and economic operators
• Compulsory licences for many product categories
• Labelling requirements
• CCC is the main tool
• Government entities: AQSIQ, SAIC, Ministries
• Execution by provinces for domestic products, by central authorities for imports
Post-market
Sole responsibility of provinces and municipalities
• Compliance with compulsory standards
• Coordination on national level by AQSIQ and SAIC
• International cooperation (e.g. link to RAPEX / RASFF)
• Testing in approved testing labs appointed by government
• Special feature: China export controls
The Path to the China Market
EU Manufacturer
Chinese Market Access Scheme
Compulsory Certification /Registration
Identify Chinese
Standards
Commodity Inspection
Conformity Assessment /
Testing
CHINA
CCC – An Overview
China Compulsory Certification (CCC)
• The China Compulsory Certificate (also known as CCC or "3C" certificate) is implemented since 2003, established to comply with WTO/TBT requirements
• If a product is falling under the CCC catalogue, the certificate is compulsory for imported and domestic products
• Manufacturers and importers must understand CCC requirements
• Rules • Catalogues for CCC (main) • CCC implementation rules –
around 70 (main) • Other rules
• Regulations • Regulations for CCC (main) • Regulations on certification and
accreditation • Laws
• Law on Product Quality (main) • Law on Import and Export
Commodity Inspection • Standardisation Law
Legislation
Four Levels of Standards
Standards Administration (SAC)
Ministries
China Inspection and Quarantine Services (CIQ)
Local companies
Voluntary GB standards
22,931 Mandatory GB standards
3,111
Different authorities!
National
Professional
Local
Enterprise
• Labs: • Recognised labs to evaluate
products and conduct testing • Such as local CIQ1 labs and etc.
• Certification bodies: • Document evaluation • Factory inspection • Certificate issuance • Example: CQC2, etc.
• Accreditation bodies • Certification body accreditation • Lab recognition and domination • Regulation publication and
update • Example: CNCA3
1 CIQ: China Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine Bureau 2 CQC: China Quality Certification Center 3 CNCA: China National Certification and Accreditation Administration
Implementation
Catalogue for CCC
1. Electrical wires and cables (total 4 categories) 2. Switches for circuits, installation protective and connection
devices (6 categories) 3. Low-voltage electrical apparatus (9 categories) 4. Small power motors (1 category) 5. Electric tools (16 categories) 6. Welding machines (15 categories) 7. Household and similar electrical appliances
(18 categories)
The CCC Catalogue (1)
The CCC Catalogue (2)
Catalogue for CCC (continued)
8. Audio and video apparatus (12 categories) (excluding the acoustics apparatus for broadcasting service and automobiles)
9. Information technology equipment (11 categories) 10. Lighting apparatus (2 categories)
(excluding the lighting apparatus with the voltage lower than 36V) 11. Telecommunication terminal equipment (9 categories) 12. Motor vehicles and safety parts (16 categories) 13. Motor vehicle tyres (3 categories) 14. Safety glasses (3 categories) 15. Agricultural machinery (2 category)
Catalogue for CCC (continued)
16. Fire fighting equipment (7 categories) 17. Detectors for intruder alarm systems (5 category) 18. Decoration products (3 categories) 19. Toy products (6 categories)
The CCC Catalogue (3)
How to apply for the CCC mark?
When Does the Mark Apply?
Determine whether your product requires CCC marking • Search HS code in the Chinese Customs Handbook
• Market Access Database allowing European companies to search tariff and
import requirements for China, including CCC, using HS codes: www.madb.europa.eu
• The CCC system is based on GB standards, identify Chinese national
standards (known as GB standards)
• If the GB standards that apply to your product are mandatory it is a good indication that your product will require the CCC mark (in some cases other marks are required depending on product category)
How to Apply for CCC? Step-by-Step Overview
Application Documentation
Sample/parts submission and testing
Factory inspection Evaluation CCC mark and
labelling Annual follow-
up factory inspection
Application Documentation
Application Documentation
Sample/parts submission and testing
Factory inspection Evaluation CCC mark and
labelling Annual follow-
up factory inspection
• CCC application form (in English and Chinese)
• Product description including • Production flow chart • Product photos • Copy of trademark registration
in China and overseas • Material list • Etc.
• Original declaration of conformity • Copy of CB report (incl. power supply) • Copy of business licence for applicant,
manufacturer, factory • Product name, labels, user manual,
etc. translated into Chinese • Organisation chart of manufacturing
facility
Sample/Parts Submission & Testing
Application Documentation
Sample/parts submission and testing
Factory inspection Evaluation CCC mark and
labelling Annual follow-
up factory inspection
• Product testing takes place in an accredited test laboratory in China
• Having received the sample, the laboratory will notify the CQC and start carrying out investigations into the product’s conformity to Chinese standards and implementation regulations
• Once the evaluation and testing is completed, the laboratory will submit a test report to the CQC for review and approval
Factory Inspection
Application Documentation
Sample/parts submission and testing
Factory inspection Evaluation CCC mark and
labelling Annual follow-
up factory inspection
• Initial Factory Inspection (IFI) performed by two Chinese inspectors and may take up to a week. However, this may vary according to the number of locations that need to be certified
• The purpose of the audit is to confirm that the manufacturing facility lives up to Chinese standards for quality management and that the relevant CCC regulations are followed
• The applicant pays all costs of the CQC designated inspectors
• The inspectors go through a checklist (similar to other international quality management audits)
• Quality Management (QM) has to fulfil requirements of the CNCA
• Products to be certified must be the same as the products sent to the test lab
• Documentation of CCC marking process • Factory must have test equipment • Daily functional check is to be performed/records
maintained • Staff working in the area of QM must have appropriate
qualifications to perform their daily tasks • Documented procedure that ensures the appropriate
maintenance and application of the CCC mark
Evaluation
Application Documentation
Sample/parts submission and testing
Factory inspection Evaluation CCC mark and
labelling Annual follow-
up factory inspection
• The factory inspection report, together with the sample test, is submitted to the certification body (e.g. CQC) for final review and evaluation
• On the basis of both reports, the certification body will sign and approve the CCC certificate
Example of CCC Certificate
CCC Mark and Labelling
Application Documentation
Sample/parts submission and testing
Factory inspection Evaluation CCC mark and
labelling Annual follow-
up factory inspection
• After the approval for CCC certification, the product must be marked
• The manufacturer is free to use original authorised CCC stickers purchased directly from CNCA or may submit its own drawings for approval
• There are 4 designs of the CCC mark depending on type and qualities of the product
• If it is not appropriate to apply the CCC mark directly to the body of the product, it can be affixed to the product package
The Four Different Types of CCC Marks
The Certification Mark
• The certification mark: CCC mark + safety category
• There are 2 options to show CCC mark upon receipt of CCC certificate:
• Order CCC black/white stickers (5 dimensions) from CNCA A = 8mm, 15mm, 30mm, 45mm, 60mm
• Or apply for mark permission to impose CCC mark on nameplate/rating label by submitting application to CNCA
• S, S&E, F stand for different safety categories:
S = Safety S&E = Safety and EMC F = Fire fighting
Example Certification Mark Permission
Annual Follow-Up Factory Inspection
Application Documentation
Sample/parts submission and testing
Factory inspection Evaluation CCC mark and
labelling Annual follow-
up factory inspection
• The follow-up inspection is normally carried out every 12 to 18 months
• Follow-up inspections validate the manufacturer’s quality assurance system
• For the normal follow-up inspection, CQC will notify the manufacturer in advance
• Follow-up factory inspections are carried out according to the same guidelines as the IFI inspection
• The final assessment report is submitted to the CQC together with results from the product sample. CQC will review and evaluate, and, if no discrepancies are found, the CCC licence will be continued
• The CCC mark is valid for 5 years. The manufacturer should re-submit the application 90 days before the CCC certificate expires
CCC Related Costs
CCC cost Inspection fees
Test fees
Application fees and
superior costs
Consulting and translation costs for
service agent
CNCA marking fee
Travel fees and accommodation for testing staff
Exemptions (1)
• Products used at exhibitions
• Special purpose products (e.g. military use)
• Personal belongings
• Products imported for R&D or testing purposes
Exemptions (2)
• The products in the CCC catalogue can be exempted from CCC certificate, if:
• R&D and testing purpose for upcoming similar product production
• The spare parts imported for assessment of the technology acquisition in production line
• Maintenance service directly for end-user
• The facilities/accessories imported for the factory/complete production line, excluding office equipment
• Commercial display only, not for sale
• Imported temporarily and returned thereafter, including exhibits
• Spare parts imported for whole units exported with the sales contract
• Spare parts imported for whole units exported with outsourcing materials
• Exemption confirmation is required by local China Entry-Exit Commodity Inspection and Quarantine Bureau (CIQ)
• Testing is required
Customs
• To pass customs, for samples special documentation is requested
• Once the CCC is obtained, products have to bear the mark on the product and/or the packaging
• Accompanying product documentation has to include all information about CCC licence
• Products not meeting CCC requirements may be held at the border by Chinese Customs and will be subject to penalties
Final Remarks
• Getting into the Chinese market for the first time is a very
complex and cumbersome administrative process – but it is not impossible
• Make sure to have an employee dedicated to the CCC project
• First-time applicants should get assistance from professional service providers
• Language is one of the main barriers to product certification
Purpose
• The EU SME Centre in Beijing is a project funded by the European Union
• To assist European SMEs to export to China and establish, develop and maintain commercial activities in the Chinese market
• Free, confidential information and advice, and practical support services
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