China has announced a pilot reform of the CCC marking system, introducing mandatory QR codes for product traceability. The new requirement applies to selected products such as power banks, electric bicycles and gas appliances, enhancing market surveillance, transparency and certificate verification

Why?

The regulation introduces a new mandatory QR traceability requirement under the CCC mark. While it does not change technical standards or certification scope, it requires updates to product labeling, certificate management and production processes.

Who?

Manufacturers, brand owners and importers of CCC-certified products included in the pilot program, such as power banks, electric bicycles and gas appliances.

Conclusion

This is a medium-impact regulatory change: operationally relevant due to marking and compliance adjustments but limited in scope and not affecting technical approval requirements or telecom certifications.