New Chinese Food Labeling Standards set forth for 2027 Implementation

China has announced significant updates to its food labeling framework, aiming to enhance transparency and consumer safety for both domestic and imported food products. The revised national standards GB 7718-2025 and GB 28050-2025, along with new Administrative Measures for Supervision of Food Labeling, will all take effect on March 16, 2027. These changes include a broadened definition of prepackaged foods and mandatory allergen labeling for eight substances such as peanuts, eggs, and dairy. The updated rules also impose clearer format requirements for date marking and allow voluntary use of digital labels using QR codes. A dedicated chapter has been added to address imported food labels, which must comply fully with Chinese regulations, and foreign text must have a corresponding Simplified Chinese translation. Food products usually require GACC registration in order to be approved for import and sale in China.

The new GB 28050-2025 standard mandates nutrition labels to include saturated fat and sugar content alongside previously required nutrients, and introduces a warning for children and adolescents to limit salt, oil, and sugar intake. It also expands permissible optional nutrient labeling to cover ω-3 fatty acids, EPA, DHA, and α-linolenic acid. Comparative and effect claims have been revised, with certain previous allowances eliminated and new thresholds established for “reduced saturated fat” claims. The Administrative Measures further specify font sizes, prohibit misleading or unscientific content, and outline strict requirements for food sold online, ensuring the presence of critical product details on e-commerce platforms.

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Webinar: Regulatory Changes for Automotive Batteries in China

In cooperation with Shanghai Motor Vehicle Inspection Center (SMVIC) MPR is hosting a webinar on July 3, 2025, from 09.00-10.00 am (CET) to address the regulatory changes for automotive batteries in China.

With the latest regulatory changes published by CNCA there is a major shift from a “range competition” to a “safety trust-driven” direction for the new energy vehicle sector.

The latest regulatory changes include:

• GB/T31484-2015 (Cycle life requirements and test methods for power batteries for electric vehicles (No. 1 Amendment Order 2025)
• GB/T31486-2024
• GB38031-2025 (implementation 01.07.2026)

This webinar will focus on the regulatory changes published in GB38031-2025. The requirements for “no fire and no explosion” have been elevated to a mandatory standard for the first time. The “safety requirements” include 7 cell and 17 battery pack or system test items. Apart from “overcharge,” “external short circuit,” and “temperature cycling,” all other items have been revised or added, with 3 of them being new or significantly revised.

The webinar will be held by representatives of SMVIC via Teams in English and is free of charge.

For participation, please submit your registration via info@mpr-international.com prior to June 30, 2025.

Webinar-Code: SMVIC-Battery-2025-1

Information needed for registration are:

Email:   ____________________________

Name:  ____________________________

Company Name:    ___________________

There is the possibility to submit questions prior or after the webinar via email to christoph.graffius@mpr-international.com. The questions will be addressed in the webinar if the relevant information to answer the questions is already available and decided by the relevant authorities in China.

MPR supports with all questions regarding the testing, certification and homologation for China. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your customer representative at MPR. Alternatively, you can contact us under +49 69 271 37 69 150 or info@china-certification.com.

China updates Standards and Certification Rules for Child Restraint Systems in Vehicles

The Chinese government has issued a new national standard, GB 27887-2024, titled “Restraint System for Child Occupants of Motor Vehicles.” This updated regulation will come into effect on July 1, 2025, and will supersede the previous version, GB 27887-2011. In alignment with the updated standard, the China Automotive Certification Center (CCAP) has published a revised set of technical implementation rules under the code CCAP-C22-03:2025, which will become effective on May 1, 2025. Restraint systems for child occupants of motor vehicles can usually receive CCAP or CQC certification to demonstrate compliance with Chinese regulations.

From the implementation date of the new rules, applicants for CCC certification of child restraint systems must follow the updated provisions. A transitional period allows certifications under either the old or new standards until July 1, 2025. After this date, all new certifications must comply with the updated GB 27887-2024 standard. Valid certificates issued under the old standard may continue temporarily but must undergo renewal or conversion by the respective deadlines—July 1, 2026, for non-built-in systems and July 1, 2027, for built-in systems. Failure to complete the transition on time may result in certificate suspension or revocation.

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China introduces National Standard for Lithium-Ion Battery Coding

China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), through its Electronics Department, has officially overseen the release of a new national standard titled GB/T 45565-2025 Coding Rules for Lithium-Ion Batteries. The standard will become mandatory on 01 November 2025. This standard is registered under the technical committee 339-1 and aims to regulate the coding system used for lithium-ion batteries manufactured or sold within the country. More specifically, the new standard applies to consumer lithium-ion batteries, large power lithium-ion batteries (excluding automotive power lithium-ion batteries), small power lithium-ion batteries, and energy storage lithium-ion batteries. Other types of batteries may refer to this for guidance. Many types of batteries usually require a battery registration to be approved or import and sale in China.

The primary drafting organizations involved in the development of this standard include the China Electronics Standardization Institute, BYD Lithium Battery Co., Ltd., Sunwoda Electronic Co., Ltd., Gotion High-Tech Co., Ltd. and others.

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Updated CCC Rules for Automotive Certification in China

The China Automotive Certification Center Co., Ltd. (CCAP) has issued the fifth revision of the “Implementation Rules for Compulsory Product Certification for Automobiles” (CCAP-C11-01:2020), aligning with the TC11-2024-02 technical resolution and updated national standards. This revision modifies the certification basis and type test items for a broad range of automotive components and systems. Key updates include the incorporation of new and revised standards for areas such as energy consumption labeling, vehicle safety devices, battery systems, external vehicle features, and electric charging infrastructure. The changes affect test items listed in multiple annexes, including new provisions for school bus seats, drive motors, hydrogen systems, seat belts, reflective devices, fuel consumption limits, and lighting equipment. The production consistency control plan and requirements for enterprise testing resources have also been amended. Many automotive products usually require CCC certification in order to be approved for import and sale in China.

The updated rules took effect immediately upon release on February 21, 2025. Automotive product certifications from that date onward must comply with the new version. Certificates issued under previous versions remain valid during a transitional period managed through renewals, annual inspections, and other procedural updates. Certifications not converted within three months after the designated timeline may face suspension or revocation. Designated laboratories are instructed to update and file their technical capabilities and testing fees as per CNCA requirements. The revised implementation rules and supporting documents are available in the published annexes.

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Revised CCC Certification Rules for Electric Bicycles coming into Effect

In order to improve the management of CCC certification of electric bicycles, the Chinese certification authority CNCA has revised the relevant regulations and issued the new “Implementation Rules for Mandatory Product Certification of Electric Bicycles” (CNCA-C11-16:2025). These new provisions will come into effect from the date of issue. The competent notified certification bodies are required to formulate their own implementing rules that comply with the revised requirements as well as the general certification provisions and to submit them to the CNCA for approval before issuing new certificates. Electric bikes usually require CCC certification to be approved for import and sale in China.

Certificates issued on the basis of the previous regulations will continue to be valid. The changeover to the new certification requirements takes place automatically as part of regular measures such as standard updates, product changes or regular renewals. The announcement was officially published by the CNCA on April 18, 2025.

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Revised CCAP Certification Rules for Seat Belts in Line with GB 14166-2024

China Automotive Certification Center Co., Ltd. (CCAP) has issued revised implementation rules for the CCAP mark certification of automobile seat belts under document CCAP-GZ-5810:2025. This revision aligns certification processes with the new national standard GB 14166-2024, “Seat belts and restraint systems for motor vehicle occupants,” which comes into effect on July 1, 2025, replacing GB 14166-2013. Key updates in the new rules include revisions to the certification basis, redefinition of certification units, modified requirements for key components and raw materials, updated factory inspection schedules, and changes to certification renewal processes. Seat Belts can obtain CCAP mark certification in order to be approved for import and sale in China.

Under the new requirements, clients may voluntarily choose to certify using either the 2013 or 2024 standard prior to the latter’s enforcement date. Post-July 2025, certification must comply with the new standard. Existing certificates based on the 2013 standard remain valid but must be transitioned to the updated framework through renewal or extension. Non-updated certificates will be suspended starting July 1, 2026, and may be revoked if not updated within three months. Designated laboratories are required to submit updated testing capabilities and technical data per CNCA directives, and to report testing fees to CCAP accordingly.

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New Certification Scheme for Vehicle Comfort Seats launched in China

The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) has announced the launch of a new voluntary certification scheme focused on evaluating the performance of comfort seats in motor vehicles. This initiative includes the publication of a detailed technical specification—CQC/PV 18002-2025—and a set of implementation rules—CQC16-381111-2025—both tailored to define the requirements for certifying automotive comfort seats under the category 013071 S.E.A.T. These documents collectively provide a framework for grading comfort levels in vehicle seating, officially titled the “Performance Level Certification for Comfort Seats in Motor Vehicles.” Automotive Comfort Car Seats usually require CCC certification in order to be approved for import and sale in China.

The certification process aims to standardize the comfort rating of car seats based on scientifically backed evaluation criteria. Applications for this voluntary program are now open, allowing manufacturers to submit their products for assessment under the newly established scheme. By adhering to the specifications and certification rules, participating companies can enhance product credibility and align with consumer comfort expectations in the Chinese automotive market.

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New Battery Certification Standard GB38031-2025 replaces previous Regulation in China

The new Chinese standard GB38031-2025 was published on March 28, 2025, replacing the previously applicable version GB38031-2020. Mandatory implementation for new vehicles begins on July 1, 2026, while existing vehicles must provide proof of compliance by July 1, 2027. This results in a 12-month transition period to adapt to the updated requirements. Further details regarding implementation, including whether certain exemptions will apply, are not yet known and are expected to be clarified in upcoming TC11 announcements. EV batteries usually require battery registration in order to be approved for import and sale in China.

Key updates include revised requirements for thermal testing (“Thermal Propagation”) and the introduction of a new underbody test, the “Bottom Impact Test.” Additionally, the new standard includes a structured overview outlining which specific sub-tests at the pack level are required when component changes occur.

For more information on how battery registration, CCC certification, the CCC Self-Declaration and voluntary CCAP or CQC certification may affect your company, or for more information about CCC certification in general, please visit our News Section where you will find current updates twice a week.

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New GB Standards: Relevant Changes for Automotive and Battery Technology

We regularly publish advance information on new standards announced by the Chinese authorities that have recently entered into force or will come into force in the near future. Affected products must usually have CCC certification or other national standard approvals in order to be approved for import and distribution in China.

Recently announced or effective standards currently include (1) GB/T 45390-2025, Communication interface requirements for power lithium battery production equipment, (2) GB/T 45478-2025, General requirements for the identification of automobile tire performance grades, (3) GB/T 45452-2025, Hydraulic transmission 25MPa series single rod cylinder installation size. This is only a selection of the newly published standards.

Here is a partial overview of the new Quality Control Orders that will come into force next month:

For more information on how CCC certification, the CCC Self-Declaration and voluntary CCAP or CQC certification may affect your company, or for more information about CCC certification in general, please visit our News Section where you will find current updates twice a week.

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