CCC Certification Process

The following table provides a brief overview of the CCC certification process. The process for a voluntary CQC certification or CCAP certification is very similar. The CCC Self-Declaration process, however, is quite different. Further information on the Self Declaration can be found here.

For a more detailed description of each step, please read our free information booklet “CCC Made Easy“ or you can download our brochure for the China Self-Declaration.

* = The duration of the certification depends on the capacity of the authority, the laboratory and the auditors. Thorough planning ensures that the target duration will not be exceeded.

Here is a brief video about the CCC certification, presented by Julian Busch, director of
MPR China Certification GmbH / China Certification Corporation:

You can also watch this video on our Video Channel.

The 3C certificate, as well as voluntary certificates, must be renewed annually as part of a follow-up certification, which includes a factory audit.

The proceedings of the follow-up certification are comparable with those of the initial certification, but overall much shorter, simpler and less costly. Typically, no additional product testing in China is required and the audit will usually take only one day. Five years after the initial CCC certificate was issued, the follow-up audit will usually take two days and tests in China will be requested.

The success of the certification depends on diligently following Chinese regulations. The results of product testing and factory inspection are checked by Chinese authorities and will be accurately compared with previously submitted forms. In the case of errors or faults, the certification may be denied or delayed.

In the case of a certification being denied, a report will be issued offering the reasons for the rejection. Re-applying is possible but will involve additional costs and time.

A CCC consultation and advisory service, such as China Certification, increases your chances of successful certification and saves time, money and unpleasant surprises.

Our introduction video gives an overview of the necessary steps involved in getting CCC certification.