Key Updates: Mandatory Product Certification New National Standards for Lighting Appliances Implemented on Jan 1, 2026

Starting from January 1, 2026, the new version of national standards for mandatory product certification of lighting appliances (e.g., GB/T 7000.1-2023) has been officially implemented! This policy change is directly related to the market access compliance of all lighting appliance manufacturers, which must be attached great importance to.

The core requirements for the implementation of the new standards are summarized as key information below:

1. Transition Period ArrangementThe transition period is from October 1, 2024 to December 31, 2025. Enterprises may voluntarily choose to apply for certification under either the old or new version of the standards and their corresponding certification rules.

2. Certificate Conversion Countdown

• Enterprises holding old-version certificates must complete the conversion to new-version certificates by December 31, 2026; otherwise, the certificates will be suspended. Certificates that remain unconverted by March 31, 2027 will be revoked.
• Note: Certified products that were manufactured, put on the market before January 1, 2026, and will no longer be produced do not need certificate conversion.

3. Key Revision Points of Implementation RulesThe new version of certification implementation rules CQC-C1001-2024 replaces the old version, clarifying requirements for supervision sampling test items, sample acquisition methods, certificate and mark usage, etc. Enterprises must strictly comply with these rules.

With the implementation of the new standards, as the core category of lighting appliances, the compliant application for CCC certification of lamps directly affects the market entry rhythm of products. The following systematically sorts out the core points of CCC certification for lamps, helping enterprises efficiently respond to standard upgrades and smoothly pass the certification.

I. Scope of Lamps and Control Gear Covered by CCC Certification

The covered product scope is as follows:

Lamp Category

• Fixed general-purpose lamps
• Portable general-purpose lamps
• Portable lamps for children (special safety requirements)
• Recessed lamps
• In-ground recessed lamps
• Night lights (an easily overlooked mandatory category)
• Aquarium lamps

Lamp Control Gear Category

• Inductive/AC electronic ballasts for fluorescent lamps
• Inductive/AC electronic ballasts for HID lamps
• DC or AC electronic control gear for LED modules (LED drivers)

II. Overview of CCC Certification Application Process

1. Application PreparationSubmit product descriptions, technical documents, process flows, etc., and select a certification body qualified for lamp certification.

2. Type TestingSubmit samples to designated laboratories for full-item testing including safety and EMC in accordance with standards.

3. Factory InspectionAuditors from the certification body conduct on-site audits to verify quality management systems, production process control, testing equipment, etc.

4. Certification Evaluation & IssuanceAfter passing the audit, the certificate will be issued, and the certificate information will be included in the public notification system of the Certification and Accreditation Administration of China (CNCA).

5. Post-Certification SupervisionAccept annual supervision audits (including product sampling inspection + factory inspection) to ensure continuous compliance.

III. Factory Inspection Coverage Principles: Reduce Repeated Audit Costs

Factory quality assurance capability is the core of CCC certification audits. Its coverage principles can help enterprises save audit resources:

• The inspection scope must cover all applied/certified products and processing sites (including OEM/ODM factories).
• Exemption from Repeated Inspection for Same Factory & Same Category: Under the same factory identification code, if there is a valid certificate for similar products, repeated quality assurance capability and product consistency inspections can be exempted.

IV. Annual Confirmation Inspection: A Key Link to Post-Certification Compliance

To ensure products continuously meet standard requirements, certified enterprises must conduct annual confirmation inspections, with core items including:

1. Ground Continuity: Prevent electric shock risks and ensure reliable grounding circuits.
2. Dielectric Strength or Insulation Resistance: Verify compliance with dielectric strength requirements and avoid electrical safety hazards.
3. Tensile Test: Test mechanical robustness for flexible cord connection methods.
4. Distance Between Lamp Control Gear and Mounting Surface: Ensure the distance complies with standards to prevent overheating.
5. Heat Resistance & Fire Resistance: Evaluate the thermal stability and flame-retardant properties of insulating materials. Special attention should be paid to avoiding common non-conformities such as insufficient heat resistance of materials.

Reminder: Inspections must be entrusted to qualified laboratories, and complete reports should be retained for future reference.

CCC certification for lamps involves a wide scope and complex technical details. Especially during the new standard transition period, enterprises are prone to multiple challenges such as rule interpretation, test rectification, and factory audits. If you have any questions about applying for CCC certification for lamp products, feel free to consult GTG Testing Group at any time!