China has introduced a major update to its CCC certification requirements for household appliances and similar electrical equipment. The new EMC standard GB 4343.1-2024 became mandatory on June 1, 2026, and the new safety standard GB/T 4706.1-2024 will become the mandatory certification basis from August 1, 2026. These standards replace GB 4343.1-2018 and GB 4706.1-2005, respectively.

Manufacturers, importers, and OEMs must transition affected CCC certificates to the updated standards within the established deadlines: May 31, 2027 for EMC certificates and July 31, 2027 for safety certificates. Supplementary testing may be required to address technical differences between the old and new standards, and certificates that are not converted on time may be suspended or revoked. Products manufactured, placed on the market, and no longer in production before the relevant effective dates are exempt from conversion.

The updated requirements align China’s CCC framework with international standards, including IEC 60335-1:2016 and CISPR 14-1:2020, while introducing revised test methods, expanded EMC measurement requirements, and updated safety provisions. The changes affect a wide range of household appliances and similar equipment, including products covered by revised product-specific standards.

Companies should begin reviewing their CCC certificates, planning supplementary testing, confirming laboratory capabilities, and coordinating conversion responsibilities to avoid disruptions in market access. Compliance will be monitored through certification controls, market surveillance, and follow-up inspections.

This regulatory update is classified as High Impact due to its mandatory nature, broad scope, and strict deadlines for certificate conversion affecting all CCC-certified household appliances and similar devices.

Key reasons for High Impact:

• Mandatory transition to new safety and EMC standards for CCC certification.
• Supplementary testing required for all existing certificates.
• Strict deadlines for certificate conversion, with suspension and revocation for non-compliance.
• Expanded technical requirements and alignment with international standards.
• Impact across manufacturers, importers, OEMs, laboratories, and supply chain stakeholders.

Who is affected?

Manufacturers, importers, OEMs, certification bodies, testing laboratories, and distributors of household appliances, electric tools, and similar devices.

Conclusion:

The update demands immediate attention and action from all stakeholders to ensure continued market access, compliance, and uninterrupted sales in China. Failure to comply will result in certificate suspension and product removal from the market.