New requirements for CCC certification certificate and mark management, effective from January 1, 2024
Time:
2023-12-08
The China Certification and Accreditation Administration (CNCA) has issued a notice on improving the management of mandatory product certification certificates and logos, which will come into effect on January 1, 2024.
According to the official website of the State Administration for Market Regulation, the China Certification and Accreditation Administration (CNCA) has issued a notice on improving the management of mandatory product certification certificates and marks, which will come into effect on January 1, 2024. The Management Requirements for the Application of Compulsory Product Certification Marks issued by the State Administration for Market Regulation in Announcement No. 10 of 2018 shall be simultaneously abolished.
1、 CCC certification fully implements electronic certification certificates; If the certification client needs it, the certification agency will issue an additional paper certification certificate. The valid paper certification certificate that has been issued can continue to be used, and it can naturally transition to electronic certification certificates through changes, expiration and renewal. Paper authentication certificates and electronic authentication certificates have the same legal effect.
2、 The production and use of CCC certification certificates and marks shall comply with the Management Requirements for Compulsory Product Certification Certificates and Compulsory Product Certification Marks.
Management requirements for mandatory product certification marks
Differences between old and new versions
01
The old version of the document stipulated that the ratio of the outer diameter of the elliptical long and short axes of the CCC logo was 8:6.3, and the specific graphic ratio is shown in the following figure:


The new version of the document does not change this requirement, but in order to facilitate standardized use, the above graphic proportions have been removed. Instead, the production enterprise can directly download the CCC logo vector diagram from the mandatory product certification column of the National Certification and Accreditation Administration website, and the size can be enlarged or reduced proportionally based on the product appearance or overall design of the nameplate.
02
The old version of the document stipulated that the CCC logo was divided into standard specification CCC logo and non-standard specification CCC logo.
The new version of the document stipulates that the CCC logo is divided into standard specification CCC logo, printed/molded CCC logo, and electronically annotated CCC logo, adding relevant requirements for electronically annotated CCC logo.
03
The old version of the document stipulates that the printing/molding method of the CCC logo can be enlarged or reduced according to the basic style proportion, but it must not be deformed, and ensure that the certification logo pattern is clear and recognizable.
The new version of the document stipulates that the printing/molding method of the CCC logo should be designed and produced by the certified organization based on the specific situation of the product. The logo should be inseparable from the product body or nameplate, and the logo pattern should be clear, complete, and independent. It should be added to the outer surface of the product or in a prominent position on the nameplate.
04
The old version of the document stipulates that only products listed in the catalog are allowed to have certified enterprises add special style CCC marks.
▲ Wire and cable products
When using special style symbols, the abbreviation "CCC" for "China Compulsory Certification" should be printed, and the font size should be suitable for the external dimensions of wire and cable products, as shown in the following figure:

▲ Motor vehicle brake hose products
When using special style markings, the brake hose body should be printed with the English abbreviation "CCC" for "China Compulsory Certification", as shown in the following figure:

The new version of the document has removed the above content and no longer directly specifies the scope of use of the special mark. Instead, for special products that require the use of the CCC mark through deformation, it is stipulated in the corresponding product certification rules.
05
The old version of the document did not make clear requirements for the CCC logo of standard specifications. The new version of the document has made detailed requirements for the specifications of the standard logo:
▲ The standard specification CCC logo shall be printed by a designated certification body, which shall ensure that the printing quality of the standard specification CCC logo complies with laws, regulations, and relevant national standards; There are identifiable anti-counterfeiting measures in place; The logo pattern is clear, complete, and resistant to wiping; The logo can be firmly pasted.
▲ The designated certification body shall truthfully record and archive the printing and distribution of the CCC mark in standard specifications, and trace it back to the production enterprise of the certified product.
▲ It is clear that the standard specifications CCC logo purchased by the enterprise can be used for all certified products of the enterprise.
The standard specification CCC mark should be applied in a prominent position on the outer surface of the certified product. If the certification rules have clear regulations on the application position, follow their regulations.
The standard size of CCC logo is divided into five specifications, as shown in the table below:

Note: A and B respectively refer to the length of the major and minor axes of the CCC logo's elliptical outline, in millimeters.
06
The old version of the document did not make clear requirements for the use of the CCC logo on products certified through self declaration.
The new version of the document clarifies that products listed in the "Compulsory Product Certification Catalogue" can only be manufactured, sold, imported, or used in other business activities after obtaining mandatory product certification (including self declaration) and labeling with the CCC mark according to regulations.
Management requirements
According to the Regulations of the People's Republic of China on Certification and Accreditation, the Regulations on the Administration of Compulsory Product Certification, and the Measures for the Administration of Certification Certificates and Certification Marks, the State Administration for Market Regulation has uniformly stipulated the requirements for the style, type, printing, and use of the Compulsory Product Certification Mark (hereinafter referred to as the CCC Mark) as follows.
1、 The style of CCC logo
The CCC logo pattern is elliptical, as shown in the following figure. The vector image of the logo can be downloaded from the mandatory product certification column on the website of the State Administration for Market Regulation.

2、 Types of CCC logo
The CCC logo is divided into standard specification CCC logo, printed/molded CCC logo, and electronically labeled CCC logo.
(1) The standard specification CCC logo refers to the CCC logo applied in the designated position of the product by pasting, with a white background and a black pattern. The size is divided into five specifications (see table below).
| Specifications | No.1 | No.2 | No.3 | No.4 | No.5 |
| A | 8 | 15 | 30 | 45 | 60 |
| B | 6.3 | 11.8 | 23.5 | 35.3 | 47 |
Note: A and B respectively refer to the length of the major and minor axes of the CCC logo's elliptical outline, in millimeters.
(2) The printed/molded CCC logo refers to the CCC logo that is directly applied at the designated position of the product using printing, molding, molding, screen printing, spray painting, etching, carving, branding and other technical processes. The color can be reasonably selected according to the product appearance or the overall design of the nameplate, and the size can be increased or reduced proportionally.
(3) The electronic annotation CCC logo refers to the CCC logo displayed electronically on the integrated screen of a product (after the screen is disassembled, the product cannot be used normally). The color can be reasonably selected according to the appearance or screen display of the product, and the size can be enlarged or reduced proportionally.
3、 Printing and labeling of CCC logo
Products listed in the Compulsory Product Certification Catalogue can only be manufactured, sold, imported, or used in other business activities after obtaining mandatory product certification (including self declaration) and labeling with the CCC mark in accordance with regulations. The certified organization may choose a suitable method to label the CCC logo based on the characteristics of the product. If the certification rules have clear provisions on the labeling method of the CCC logo, they shall comply with their provisions.
(1) Standard specification CCC marking method
The standard specification CCC logo is printed by a designated certification body. The designated certification body shall ensure that the printing quality of the standard specification CCC logo complies with laws, regulations, and relevant national standards and regulations; There are identifiable anti-counterfeiting measures in place; The logo pattern is clear, complete, and resistant to wiping; The logo can be firmly pasted.
The production enterprise of certified products shall purchase the standard specification CCC mark from the designated certification agency with a valid mandatory product certification certificate (or self declaration), which can be used for all certified products of the enterprise.
The standard specification CCC mark should be applied in a prominent position on the outer surface of the certified product. If the certification rules have clear regulations on the application position, follow their regulations.
(2) Printing/molding CCC logo method
The printed/molded CCC logo should be designed and produced by the certified organization based on the specific situation of the product. The logo should be inseparable from the product body or nameplate, and the logo pattern should be clear, complete, and independent.
The printed/molded CCC logo should be prominently placed on the outer surface of the product or on the nameplate.
(3) Electronic annotation CCC marking method
The electronic annotation CCC logo is only applicable to products with integrated screens and electronic nameplates. It is designed and produced by the certified organization based on the specific situation of the product. The logo pattern should be clear, complete, and independent.
The electronic annotation of the CCC logo shall be applied to the integrated screen of the product in the form of electronic display. The product manual and other accompanying documents shall specify the access path for the electronic annotation of the CCC logo. At the same time, the standard specification CCC logo or printed/molded CCC logo should be added to the minimum sales packaging of the product.
(4) Special annotation method
In principle, the CCC logo must not be deformed or used. For special products that require the use of CCC logo deformation, it shall be specified in the corresponding product certification rules.
Due to limitations in product form, volume, etc., products that cannot be marked with the CCC logo in the above three ways should have the standard specification CCC logo added to the minimum sales packaging or accompanying documents, or the CCC logo printed/molded.
4、 Management of CCC logo
The production enterprise of certified products shall establish a CCC logo management system, truthfully record and archive the use of the CCC logo. The certified organization may use the CCC logo on the packaging, advertising, and product introduction of certified products, and shall not use the CCC logo to mislead or deceive consumers.
The designated certification body should guide the certified organization in the correct use of the CCC logo, and inspect the use of the CCC logo by the certified organization during post certification supervision.
The designated certification body shall truthfully record and archive the printing and distribution of the CCC mark in standard specifications, and trace it back to the production enterprise of the certified product.
Market supervision and management departments at all levels shall, in conjunction with the supervision and inspection work in the field of mandatory product certification, carry out supervision and inspection on the use of the CCC logo in their jurisdiction, and investigate and punish illegal activities in accordance with the law.
Management requirements for mandatory product certification certificates
According to the Regulations of the People's Republic of China on Certification and Accreditation, the Regulations on the Administration of Compulsory Product Certification, and the Measures for the Administration of Certification Certificates and Certification Marks, the State Administration for Market Regulation has unified regulations on the content, style, production, and use of mandatory product certification certificates (hereinafter referred to as certification certificates) as follows.
1、 The content and style of the certification certificate
(1) Certification certificate homepage content.
1. The authentication certificate homepage should include the authentication mark; The name of the certification certificate; Certificate number; Name and address of the certification client; Producer's name and address; The name and address of the production enterprise; Product name, product series, specifications, and models; The product standards and technical requirements based on which certification is based; Implementation rules for certification; Date of issuance and validity period of the certificate; Certificate query QR code; Information on the issuing authority, etc. Among them:
(1) The name of the certification certificate is "China National Compulsory Product Certification Certificate";
(2) In general, the certificate number consists of 16 digits, and the numbering rule is as follows:

For CCC certification certificates issued using special modes or methods (such as single batch certification, bicycle certification, pilot free trade zones), the certificate number shall be added with 17-18 digits as special marking positions on the basis of the above numbering rules, representing the corresponding special mode or method. Special markings are specified in documents issued by the State Administration for Market Regulation (such as certification implementation rules).
(3) The certificate query QR code should be linked to the certificate query system of the issuing institution. Scanning the QR code should directly display the authentication certificate information and certificate status. If the certificate status is suspended, cancelled, or revoked, the reason and time of status change should also be displayed.
2. According to the special requirements of the mandatory product certification implementation rules for specific products or the needs of designated certification bodies, the certification certificate homepage can add version number, number of changes, certification mode, certification body identification, recognition identification (recognition status) and other content.
(2) The content of the certification certificate attachment page.
When the certification certificate homepage contains a lot of information, such as product names and series, specifications, and models, involving multiple production enterprise names and addresses, or requiring additional descriptive information for the product, the designated certification agency can create a certification certificate attachment page and mark the relevant words "see attachment page" in the corresponding content position of the certification certificate homepage.
The attachment page of the certification certificate should also include the certificate number, issuing institution information, and page identification information, and should indicate that it is used together with the certificate homepage.
(3) Certification certificate style.
Certification certificate style (homepage)

Certification certificate style (attached page)

2、 Production of certification certificate
The content and style of the certification certificate produced by the designated certification agency should meet the above requirements. For electronic authentication certificates, they should also comply with laws and regulations such as the Electronic Signature Law of the People's Republic of China, and comply with national standards and certification industry standards related to electronic certificates. For paper certification certificates, the content and style should be consistent with electronic certification certificates, and the paper quality should not be less than 120 grams per square meter.
3、 Use of certification certificates
Certification organizations (including certification clients, producers, and production enterprises) should use certification certificates correctly in accordance with relevant laws and regulations; From the date of cancellation or revocation of the certification certificate, or during the suspension period of the certification certificate, products that do not meet the certification requirements shall not be manufactured, sold, imported, or used in other business activities.
When the certified organization has other language and textual information requirements for the certification certificate, the designated certification agency can provide translation documents. Translated documents do not have legal effect and cannot be used separately.
4、 Management of certification certificates
The designated certification body shall establish a relevant management system for certification certificates, truthfully record and archive the production, printing, and issuance of certification certificates.
The designated certification body should guide the certified organization to use the certification certificate correctly, and inspect the use of the certified organization's certification certificate during post certification supervision.
Market supervision and management departments at all levels, in conjunction with the supervision and inspection work in the field of mandatory product certification, shall supervise and inspect the use of certification certificates in their jurisdiction, and investigate and punish illegal activities in accordance with the law.
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