Fixed General Luminaires CCC Certification: 2023 New Standards & China Market Access Guide

Against the backdrop of increasingly stringent market regulation, CCC certification for fixed general luminaires has become a mandatory pass for products to legally enter the Chinese market. Statistics show that luminaire products failing to obtain CCC certification face risks of seizure, fines, or even revocation of market access—compliance directly impacts an enterprise’s survival and development.

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I. What Is CCC Certification for Fixed General Luminaires?

CCC certification for fixed general luminaires is a core component of China’s Compulsory Product Certification System, a mandatory safety certification for fixed general luminaires using electric light sources with a supply voltage not exceeding 1000V. Under the Regulations on the Administration of Compulsory Product Certification, fixed general luminaires listed in the CCC certification catalogue must obtain certification and affix the CCC mark before leaving the factory, being sold, imported, or used in other business activities.

Core Values

• Legal Mandate: Fixed general luminaires without a CCC certificate are prohibited from sale in China; local quality and technical supervision bureaus have the authority to seize non-compliant products and impose fines.
• Safety & Reliability Guarantee: Ensures luminaires do not endanger personal or property safety under normal use conditions.
• Market Access Prerequisite: The basic requirement for legal product sales and a key marker for consumers to identify compliant products.
• Quality Endorsement: Demonstrates compliance with national mandatory standards, enhancing consumer trust.

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II. Scope of Application for Fixed General Luminaires CCC Certification

Mandatory Certification Scope

• Fixed-installation luminaires: Permanently fixed products such as chandeliers, ceiling lights, wall lights, etc.
• Supply voltage ≤1000V: Fixed general luminaires using electric light sources.
• Multiple light source types: Including LED luminaires, fluorescent luminaires, and fixed luminaires with other traditional light sources.

Exemption Scenarios

• Products solely for export (not sold in the Chinese market).
• Prototypes for scientific research and testing (supporting documentation required).
• Certified products manufactured before January 1, 2026, already on the market and no longer in production.

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III. Detailed CCC Certification Process

The CCC certification process for fixed general luminaires includes the following key stages:

1. Application Phase

• Complete the application form: Provide basic product information, manufacturer details, etc.
• Prepare enterprise qualifications: Business license, production license (if applicable).
• Prepare technical documents: Product manual, technical parameters, assembly drawings, electrical schematic diagrams, etc.

2. Product Testing

• Submit samples for testing: Send samples to designated laboratories.
• Testing content: Electrical safety, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), etc., in accordance with standards such as GB 7000.1.
• Testing cycle: 4–6 weeks for standard products.

3. Factory Audit

• On-site inspection: The certification body audits the factory’s quality management system.
• Inspection content: Consistency between production lines and certified samples, quality control systems.
• Rectification: Enterprises must address issues and submit a rectification report if non-conformities are found.

4. Certification Evaluation & Approval

• Comprehensive assessment: The certification body evaluates test results and factory audit reports.
• Certificate approval: Issue the CCC certification certificate upon passing the assessment.

5. Post-Certification Supervision

• Annual review: A factory audit is conducted every 12 months after certification.
• Certificate validity: 5 years (maintained through annual factory audits).

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IV. Key Technical Requirements & Testing Items

CCC certification for fixed general luminaires focuses on two core technical areas:

Safety Testing (GB Standards)

• Marking: Standardization and completeness of product labeling.
• Structure: Structural safety of wire troughs, luminaires with non-replaceable light sources, and luminaires with non-user-replaceable light sources.
• External & internal wiring: Power connection methods, cross-sectional area of external wiring.
• Protection against electric shock: Measures to prevent accidental contact with live parts.
• Earthing requirements: Continuity and reliability of earthing connections.
• Protection against dust, solid foreign objects, and water: Ingress Protection (IP) rating of enclosures.
• Insulation resistance & electric strength: Electrical insulation performance.
• Creepage distances & clearances: Distances between conductors of different potentials.
• Endurance & thermal tests: Long-term reliability and thermal management of products.
• Heat resistance, fire resistance & tracking resistance: Heat resistance, flame resistance, and tracking resistance of materials.
• Retinal blue light hazard: Safety assessment of light source blue light emissions.

EMC Testing (Electromagnetic Compatibility)

• Mains terminal disturbance voltage: Measurement of disturbance voltage at power terminals.
• Radiated disturbance: Evaluation of electromagnetic radiation disturbance field strength.
• Harmonic currents: Measurement of harmonic currents injected into the power grid by equipment.

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V. Transition Arrangements for 2023 New Standard Implementation

Per notices from the China Quality Certification Center (CQC), national standards such as GB/T 7000.1-2023 (the basis for compulsory product certification of lighting appliances) were released on December 28, 2023, and will take effect on January 1, 2026. Transition arrangements are as follows:

Key Time Nodes

• October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025: Enterprises may voluntarily choose to certify under the new or old standards.
• January 1, 2026: Certification must be conducted under the new standards, with new-version certificates issued.
• December 31, 2026: All old-version certificates must be converted to new versions by this date at the latest.
• March 31, 2027: Unconverted old-version certificates will be revoked.

Main Changes in the New Standard

• Updated structural requirements (e.g., wire troughs, luminaires with non-replaceable light sources).
• Upgraded external and internal wiring requirements.
• Further improved protection against electric shock requirements.
• Adjusted endurance and thermal test conditions.
• Updated test methods for heat resistance, fire resistance, and tracking resistance.

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VI. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) & Solutions

Q: What is the cycle and cost of luminaire CCC certification?A: The certification cycle is typically 2–4 months (including testing + factory audit), with costs ranging from ¥20,000 to ¥50,000 (factory audit fee + testing fee + certificate fee + application fee), depending on product complexity and testing items.

Q: How to handle products certified under the old standard?A: Holders of old-version certificates must submit an application to convert to new-version certificates and complete the conversion by December 31, 2025.

Q: How to apply for certification for a product series?A: Products in the same series can be applied for together, but differences (e.g., power, housing material) must be specified with a model difference description.

Q: What are the requirements for critical components?A: Critical components (e.g., LED chips, driver power supplies) must obtain CCC/CQC certification in advance; otherwise, separate testing is required, and components must be listed in the Critical Component List (CDF).

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VII. CCC Certification Service Advantages of GTG Testing Group

Facing complex and evolving certification requirements, GTG Testing Group offers one-stop solutions with its comprehensive service system and technical strength:

1. Professional Testing Capabilities

• Equipped with a full set of safety and EMC testing equipment to meet the testing requirements of the latest standards such as GB/T 7000.1-2023.
• Proficient in the characteristics and certification requirements of fixed general luminaires.
• Provide end-to-end services from pre-testing to formal certification.

2. Full-Process Service Support

• Comprehensive consulting services: Standard interpretation, gap analysis, product pre-testing, and formal certification guidance.
• Professional teams assist with technical document preparation and factory audit response.
• Specialized services for new/old standard conversion to ensure compliance.

3. Cost Optimization Solutions

• Pre-testing services: Identify risks early to avoid formal certification failure.
• Serial certification: Reduce duplicate testing for similar products, significantly lowering costs.
• Fast track: Expedited processing to shorten certification cycles.

4. Continuous Compliance Assurance

• Early warnings for standard updates and gap analysis.
• Certificate maintenance and renewal services.
• Support for responding to market supervision inspections.

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CCC certification for fixed general luminaires is a mandatory threshold and legal obligation for enterprises to enter the Chinese market. With the approaching implementation of the 2023 new standards and stricter market regulation, proactive planning and professional certification have become essential strategies for lighting enterprises. Partnering with an experienced testing and certification provider not only ensures smooth certification but also helps build a robust product compliance system, laying a solid foundation for long-term and stable development in the Chinese market.

GTG Testing Group leverages its comprehensive service system, professional technical team, and rich CCC certification experience to deliver all-round compliance solutions for fixed general luminaire enterprises, helping products gain seamless market access and thrive in China.