China's New CCC Policy Simplifies IT Device Imports

China has recently launched a new pilot import policy aimed at simplifying the mandatory product certification (CCC certification) process for information technology equipment.This new policy will be implemented in pilot areas such as the free trade pilot zones in Shanghai,Guangdong,Tianjin,Fujian,Beijing and the Hainan Free Trade Port.

I.Main Contents of the New Policy

Self - declaration Evaluation Method

For information technology equipment within the scope of CCC certification imported in the pilot areas,the certification applicant can use the self - declaration evaluation method to prove that the product complies with the electromagnetic compatibility standards of CCC certification.This adjustment means that the certification process will be more efficient and flexible.

Role of the Designated Certification Body

Under the new policy,the designated certification body will only be responsible for conducting inspections and tests on the electrical safety part.They will make a certification decision and issue a certification certificate based on a comprehensive assessment of the self - declaration materials and the inspection and test conclusions.

Implementation of the Self - declaration Procedure

The self-declaration shall be implemented in accordance with the requirements of Self-Declaration Procedure A in the "Implementation Rules for Compulsory Product Certification Self-Declaration." However,unlike before,it is no longer necessary to submit relevant compliance information through the "Compulsory Certification Product Compliance Self-Declaration Information Reporting System."

II.Implementation Conditions of the New Policy

Qualification of the CCC Certification Applicant

The CCC certification applicant should be an importer registered in the pilot area,responsible for importing information technology equipment from abroad for sale in the Chinese market.

Exemption Certificate for Test Samples

For the test samples required in the CCC certification process,an exemption certificate for CCC should be obtained from the market supervision department where the pilot area is located before import.

Restrictions on the Import Destination

The import destination of the information technology equipment that has obtained the CCC certification certificate through the above - mentioned methods should be within the scope of the pilot area.

III.Policy Implementation and Supervision

1."Double Randomness,One Disclosure" supervision

Market regulation authorities and customs departments across regions will adopt "random inspection and public disclosure" as the primary regulatory approach,strengthening oversight during and after operations.This means regulatory bodies will randomly select subjects and times for inspections and publicly disclose the results.

Strictly Investigate Violations

Violations such as failure to implement certification as required above and importing relevant products from outside the pilot area will be listed as bad records.This shows that the regulatory authorities will take strict punitive measures against violations.