Which Products Require CCC Certification? A Look at the 2026 Compulsory Product Certification Catalog

In the Chinese market, CCC certification (China Compulsory Product Certification) is a mandatory requirement for many products to be sold. It acts as a product's "safety ID card," aiming to protect consumer safety and strengthen product quality management. For manufacturers, importers, and distributors, a clear understanding of the compulsory product certification catalog is the first step towards compliant operation. This article will systematically interpret the scope of products requiring CCC certification in 2026 based on the latest policy developments.

The CCC certification system is implemented according to the "Regulations on the Administration of Compulsory Product Certification," and its core is the constantly updated "Compulsory Product Certification Catalog." Currently, the catalog covers 17 categories and 103 types of products. If your product belongs to the following categories, you must obtain CCC certification before it can be manufactured, sold, imported, or used in other business activities:

I. Wires and Cables (5 types in total)

This includes PVC insulated wires and cables, rubber insulated wires and cables, etc., with a rated voltage of 450/750V and below. These are the foundation of power transmission, and their safety is directly related to electrical safety and fire prevention. II. Circuit Switches and Protective or Connecting Electrical Devices (6 types in total)

This includes plugs and sockets for household and similar purposes, switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations, industrial plugs and sockets and couplers, appliance couplers for household and similar purposes, thermal fuses, and tubular fuses for miniature fuses. These products are core components for circuit connections; substandard quality can easily lead to electric shock or fire.

III. Low-Voltage Electrical Appliances (9 types in total)

This covers residual current devices (RCDs), circuit breakers, fuses, low-voltage switches (isolators, disconnect switches, and fuse combinations), other circuit protection devices, relays, other switches, other devices, and low-voltage switchgear assemblies. They are mainly used in low-voltage power supply systems for circuit protection, control, and distribution.

IV. Small Power Motors (1 type in total)

This refers to small power asynchronous motors, synchronous motors, and DC motors with a rated voltage of 36V or higher and a power consumption of 1100W or less. They are widely used in household appliances such as fans, washing machines, and vacuum cleaners.

V. Power Tools (16 types in total)

Includes electric drills, electric grinders, electric screwdrivers, electric hammers, electric planers, concrete vibrators, electric shears, electric chainsaws, electric edge planers, pruning shears, electric wood milling machines, electric stone cutters, etc. Due to their handheld operation, the requirements for protection against electric shock and mechanical hazards are extremely high.

VI. Welding Machines (15 types in total)

Includes small AC arc welding machines, AC arc welding machines, DC arc welding machines, TIG arc welding machines, MIG/MAG arc welding machines, submerged arc welding machines, plasma arc cutting machines, plasma arc welding machines, arc welding transformer electric shock protection devices, welding cable coupling devices, resistance welding machines, welding machine wire feeding devices, TIG welding torches, MIG/MAG welding guns, welding clamps, etc. These are high-current devices with significant safety risks.

VII. Household and Similar Appliances (18 categories in total)

This is the category most closely related to consumers, including:

1. Household refrigerators and freezers

2. Air conditioners (cooling capacity not exceeding 21,000 kcal/hour)

3. Household electric washing machines

4. Electric water heaters and instant electric water heaters

5. Indoor heaters

6. Vacuum cleaners

7. Skin and hair care appliances

8. Electric irons

9. Induction cooktops

10. Electric ovens and grills

11. Electric food processing appliances

12. Microwave ovens

13. Electric stoves, cooktops, and grills

14. Range hoods

15. Liquid heaters and hot/cold water dispensers

16. Rice cookers

17. Electric fans

18. Audio-visual equipment such as TV set-top boxes and VCRs (some have been adjusted; please check the latest catalog).

VIII. Electronic Products and Safety Accessories (12 types in total)

Including single and multi-speaker active speakers with a total output power of 500W (RMS) or less, audio power amplifiers, audio and video recording, playback, and processing equipment of various media types, televisions with CRT/LCD/plasma displays, monitors, microcomputers, portable computers, display devices connected to computers, printing equipment connected to computers, multi-purpose printers and copiers, scanners, power adapters, chargers, projectors, and financial and trade settlement electronic equipment. Emphasis should be placed on preventing electrical safety, radiation, energy efficiency, and battery safety issues.

IX. Lighting Equipment (2 types in total)

Lamps (fixed, recessed, and portable general-purpose lamps with voltage higher than 36V but not exceeding 1000V, etc.) and ballasts (AC electronic ballasts for fluorescent lamps, inductive ballasts for fluorescent lamps, ballasts for discharge lamps, etc.).

X. Vehicles and Safety Accessories (13 types in total)

1. Automobiles: Covering passenger cars and trucks, with mandatory certification requirements for safety glass, tires, seat belts, and brake hoses.

2. Motorcycles

3. Car Seat Belts

4. Motor Vehicle Horns

5. Motor Vehicle Retroreflectors

6. Motor Vehicle Brake Hoses

7. Automotive Exterior Lighting and Light Signaling Devices

8. Automotive Interior Parts

9. Automotive Door Locks and Door Retainers

10. Automotive Fuel Tanks

11. Automotive Seats and Headrests

12. Motorcycle Helmets

13. Automotive Tires (Passenger Car Tires, Truck Tires, etc.)

XI. Agricultural Machinery Products (2 types in total)

Plant protection machinery (such as backpack sprayers) and tractors (specific power range).

XII. Fire Protection Products (3 types in total)

Fire alarm equipment, fire extinguishers, and escape and evacuation products (such as fire emergency lighting and evacuation signs).

XIII. Security and Protection Products (2 types in total)

Intrusion detectors (indoor microwave Doppler detectors, active infrared intrusion detectors, etc.) and burglar alarm controllers.

XIV. Decoration and Renovation Products (3 types in total)

Solvent-based wood coatings, ceramic tiles, concrete antifreeze agents. The main focus is on controlling the limits of hazardous substances.

XV. Children's Products (3 types in total)

Children's vehicles (children's bicycles, children's tricycles, strollers, baby walkers), electric toys, plastic toys, metal toys, projectile toys, dolls. Their physical and mechanical properties, flammability, and chemical safety are the key points of certification.

XVI. Explosion-proof Electrical Equipment (17 types in total)

Explosion-proof motors, pumps, switch boxes, controllers, and other equipment used in explosive gas or dust environments. Certification ensures that they will not ignite or explode in hazardous environments.

XVII. Household Gas Appliances (3 types in total)

Household gas stoves, household gas instantaneous water heaters, gas-fired heating and hot water boilers. This involves key safety items such as gas system sealing, combustion conditions, and flameout protection.

Important Notes and Trend Outlook:

1. Dynamic Adjustment of the Catalogue: The State Administration for Market Regulation will dynamically adjust the catalogue based on factors such as product quality and safety status and industrial technology development. For example, in recent years, some electronic products (such as audio-visual equipment) have switched to the self-declaration evaluation method, but core safety products remain within the CCC scope. Enterprises need to pay close attention to official announcements and refer to the catalogue officially released in 2026 and subsequent years.

2. "Self-Declaration" and "Mandatory Certification" in Parallel: Some low-risk products or technologically mature products may be included in the product scope using the enterprise self-declaration conformity method, but this does not mean relaxed supervision, but rather the establishment of a new responsibility system.

3. Certification is a Prerequisite for Market Access: For products in the catalogue, those that have not obtained CCC certification and affixed the mark may not be imported, sold, or used in business premises. Violators will face administrative penalties, seizure of goods, and even criminal liability.

4. Full-Process Management: CCC certification is not a one-time event; it involves multiple stages, including type testing, initial factory inspection, and post-certification surveillance, to ensure continuous product compliance.

In summary, the CCC certification catalog primarily focuses on industrial and consumer products related to personal health and safety, environmental protection, and public safety. For relevant companies, the primary task is to accurately classify their products and determine whether they are listed in the latest version of the "Compulsory Product Certification Catalog." When planning product launches in 2026 and beyond, it is crucial to allocate sufficient time and resources for certification in advance and to choose a qualified certification body to ensure the legal and smooth entry of products into the Chinese market and gain consumer trust. It is recommended to directly visit the official website of the Certification and Accreditation Administration of the People's Republic of China (CNCA) to obtain the most authoritative and timely catalog information and implementation details.