CCAP Mark Certification
For products that are not covered by the compulsory certification catalogue and that cannot receive a CCC Certificate (China Compulsory Certificate) a voluntary certification may be obtained in form of the CCAP Mark Certification.
The China Certification Centre for Automotive Products Co., LTD. (chin .: 中汽认证中心有限公司), CCAP, is responsible for the approval of the CCAP Mark Certification. Unlike CQC, CCAP is specialized exclusively on the automotive sector and the CCC certification of products in this field.
The voluntary CCAP Mark Certification gained significant importance since the Chinese authority CNCA made its announcement no. 11 on 15 June 2018: With the announcement, the CCC requirement for certain automotive products such as fuel tanks, brake hoses and motor vehicle horns was eliminated with immediate effect. However, the relevant Chinese national norms, so-called GB Standards , remain valid and must be adhered to. By obtaining a voluntary CCAP mark certification the manufacturer can assure and guarantee the compliance of their products with Chinese standards and regarding quality, safety, environment and performance regulations. Voluntary CCAP mark certification serves as an official proof to customers and customs that Chinese quality requirements are met. It also increases the competitiveness of products in the local Chinese market . For a limited period of time, manufacturers who already obtained CCC certificates for their products may choose to convert these into voluntary CCAP mark certificates. Affected manufacturers can contact us for further information at any time.
The Chinese regulations are subject to regular changes. The exclusion of products from the official CCC product catalogue is an exception. In fact, the product catalog is regularly expanded. Products that did not need CCC previously could be added and be required to have CCC without advance notice. A resumption of previously dropped products is possible as well. If a voluntary CCAP mark approval has been obtained for a product, the certificate can be converted into a regular CCC certificate without much effort if the CCC certification becomes mandatory. The shortened certification process will give the manufacturer an advantage over his competitors, who may struggle with the new CCC certification process for their products.
Please find below a list of all automotive product categories for which a voluntary CCAP Mark Certification can be obtained〉
Motorcycle engine | CCAP-SBM-1000:2018 |
Motor vehicle horn | CCAP-SB-3721:2018 |
Motor vehicle brake hose | CCAP-SB-3561:2018 |
Car fuel tank | CCAP-SB-1101:2018 |
Automotive (including school bus) interior parts (excluding mandatory CCC certification products) | CCAP-SB-5101-2012A |
Car V belt, V-ribbed belt | CCAP-SB-1041-2009A |
Triangular warning sign for motor vehicles | CCAP-SB-3926-2016A |
Automotive rubber seals | CCAP-SB-5206-2009A |
Car door lock and door retainer | CCAP-SB-6105A-2008 |
High-strength bolts and nuts for automobiles | CCAP-SB-9001-2012 |
Car Engine | CCAP-SB-1000-2014G |
Automotive air conditioning (HFC-134a) refrigeration unit | CNCA-V01-035:2003 |
Compressor for automotive air conditioning (HFC-134a) | CNCA-V01-036:2003 |
Earthmoving machinery dump truck | CCAP-SB-0009-2014 |
Internal combustion engine | CCAP-SB-1004-2011 |
Car engine oil pump | CCAP-SB-1011-2003 |
Internal combustion engine valve spring | CCAP-SB-1040-2010 |
Diesel fuel injection device | CCAP-SB-1111-2011B |
Automotive air conditioner | CCAP-SB-8100-2008A |
Refrigeration compressor for automotive air conditioning | CCAP-SB-8103-2011C |
Thermal expansion valve for automotive air conditioning (HFC-134a) | CCAP-SB-8106-2003 |
Hose and hose assembly for automotive air conditioning (HFC-134a) | CCAP-SB-8108-2006A |
Liquid storage dryer for automotive air conditioner (HFC-134a) | CCAP-SB-8109-2003 |
Liquid air separator for automotive air conditioning (HFC-134a) | CCAP-SB-8122-2003 |
Seal for automotive air conditioner (HFC-134a) | CCAP-SB-8125-2011 |
Automotive alternator | CCAP-SB-3701-2005 |
Vehicle battery | CCAP-SB-3703-2014D |
Car windshield wiper | CCAP-SB-5205-2014B |
Car windshield washer | CCAP-SB-5207-2014 |
Automotive starter | CCAP-SB-3708-2005 |
Back-up buzzer | CCAP-SB-3776-2003 |
Central electrical junction box for vehicles | CCAP-SB-4016-2004 |
Automotive wiring harness connector | CCAP-SB-4017-2004 |
Car signal flasher | CCAP-SB-4136-2003 |
Car glass lifter | CCAP-SB-5204-2012C |
Automobile (including motorcycle) speed odometer products | CNCA-V01-037:2003 |
Automotive hydraulic brake master cylinder products | CNCA-V01-031:2003 |
Car brake | CNCA-V01-032:2003 |
Automotive air filter | CCAP-SB-1109-2008B |
Special parts of natural gas vehicles | CCAP-SB-1151-2010A |
Car exhaust muffler | CCAP-SB-1201-2010A |
Car engine cooling water pump | CCAP-SB-1307-2003 |
Car fan and fan clutch | CCAP-SB-1308-2008B |
Automobile dry friction clutch | CCAP-SB-1601-2005 |
Automotive mechanical transmission assembly | CCAP-SB-1700-2011 |
Automobile drive shaft assembly | CCAP-SB-2200-2012 |
Car axle | CCAP-SB-2303-2003 |
Car drive axle | CCAP-SB-2400-2003 |
Automobile leaf spring assembly | CCAP-SB-2901-2010 |
Car cylinder damper | CCAP-SB-2905-2010A |
Ordinary gas spring for automobiles | CCAP-SB-2930-2003 |
Car front axle | CCAP-SB-3000-2003 |
Car wheel | CCAP-SB-3101-2012B |
Automotive mechanical steering gear | CCAP-SB-3401-2003 |
Car steering wheel | CCAP-SB-3402-2006B |
Automotive power steering pump | CCAP-SB-3407-2003 |
Automotive power steering | CCAP-SB-3411-2003 |
Car brake | CCAP-SB-3501-2011B |
Automotive brake lining | CCAP-SB-3502-2014A |
Automobile hydraulic brake master cylinder | CCAP-SB-3505-2009A |
Automotive vacuum booster | CCAP-SB-3510-2003 |
Air dryer for automotive air brake system | CCAP-SB-3555-2003 |
Steering lock with ignition switch for automobiles | CCAP-SB-3795-2003 |
Instruments for automobiles and motorcycles | CCAP-SB-3800-2008A |
Automotive and motorcycle speedometers | CCAP-SB-3800-2008A |
Child restraint system products | CCAP-SB-5811-2013A |
Bus passenger door pump | CCAP-SB-6711-2003 |
Car sun visor | CCAP-SB-8204-2006 |
Motorcycle exhaust muffler | CCAP-SBM-1208-2009A |
Motorcycle shock absorber | CCAP-SBM-2905-2007 |
Motorcycle wheel | CCAP-SBM-3101-2011B |
Motorcycle rim | CCAP-SBM-3113-2010B |
Motorcycle brake | CCAP-SBM-3501-2007 |
Motorcycle control cable | CCAP-SBM-3570-2003 |
Motorcycle anti-theft device | CCAP-SBM-3778-2003 |
Energy-saving car | CNCA-01V-001:2006 |
Energy-saving and environmentally friendly car | CCAP-SB-0014-2014C |
The process of CCAP certification is similar to that of CCC certification. Once the application has been accepted, the agency will request test products, which will then go to the appropriate GB Standard in a Chinese test lab to be tested. Afterwards, the factory inspection takes place at the manufacturer. If tests and audits are passed, the CCAP issues the CCAP certificate. Before receiving the certificate, the mark should already be prepared according to the specifications of the certification authority in order to save time. After receiving the certificate, the products may be marked.
The CCAP logo is subject to special conditions (diameter, height, color, etc.) that should be strictly adhered to. In the case of incorrectly marked components, there is a risk that these will be held by customs.
In order to maintain the validity of the CCAP certificate, a follow-up inspection must take place annually.
If you are interested in acquiring a voluntary CCAP Mark Certification for your product, please do not hesitate to contact us. We competently accompany your certification by providing the following services:
- Checking the possibility of CCAP Mark Certification for your product(s)
- Complete CCAP application preparation (including assistance with form completion)
- Taking over all communication with the certification authority and test laboratory, and handling the necessary payments
- Complete audit preparation (application, coordination and communication with the certification authority, document exchange, handling of payments, organization of inspection and travel program, as well as providing the required documents, information and checklists for the audit preparation);
- Advice on marking best practices and templates of procedures for product labeling;
- We make sure that you will spend minimum efforts in order to pass through a quick and smooth CCAP Mark Certification process.
If you have any questions regarding CCAP Mark Certification, you can contact us any time. Call us directly (UK: +44 2071931135, Rest of Europe: +49-69-2713769150, US: +1 773 654-2673) or send us an email.