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Chinese Electric Vehicle Market Recorded High Sales Figures in 2015
The Chinese news agency Xinhua published an article saying that in 2015 more electric vehicles have been sold in the P.R. China than in the US.
The “China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM)” estimates the number of sold vehicles was 220,000 to 250,000. If this trend continues China will be the best-selling country for electric vehicles, which until now has been the United States. Globally sales of electric vehicles is estimated to exceed 600,000 vehicles per year soon.
The chairman of the “China Association of Automobile Manufacturers” pointed out that despite the rapid development of sales, China should focus on quality rather than quantity while developing this industrial sector. Due to tax incentives and government subsidies the popularity of electric vehicles in China has dramatically increased within the last two years.
With increased demand more electric vehicle components will be required to get CCC certified in the future. Previously we informed you about new standards for the CCC certification of cables that are used in charging systems for electric vehicles. Many components of electric vehicles and conventional vehicles need CCC certification prior to being imported into China.
Are you unsure whether your components require CCC certification to be imported into China? If so, please contact us and we will check for you. For more details regarding CCC and the services we offer, send us an email or call us at + 49-69-2713769150.
For more detailed information please download our free booklet “CCC Made Easy” here. You may also consider our book “A Brief Guide to CCC: China Compulsory Certification”, which can be ordered directly on Amazon here.
CCC: New GB Standard for Seats and Headrests
After the new implementation rules for seats and headrests (CNCA-C11-12:2014) came into effect on January 1st, 2015 new GB Standards are on the way now.
The Chinese authorities CCAP (China Certification Center for Automotive Products) and NTCAS (National Technical Committee of Auto Standardization) have discussed the new GB Standards for seats, headrests and components on their 3rd meeting at the beginning of November 2015. As the new draft (GB 15083-20XX) is waiting for its approval we will update you as soon as any new details are published.
Seats are considered one of the most important safety components in a passenger vehicle. Technological developments of the manufacturers as well as better quality standards and controls of the Chinese authorities guarantee a high level of customer safety.
As soon as the new GB standard becomes mandatory, manufacturers of seats and headrests will need to comply with the new GB Standard. All changes in certificate and new CCC certifications will need to comply with the new GB standard. Holders of CCC certificates that comply with the old GB standard GB 13057-2003 will have to apply for a change of GB standard and will be required to do product tests according to the new GB standard.
If a seat manufacturer does not apply for a change for their certificate on time, there is a risk of non-conformance and possibly even suspension or revocation of the certificate.
Are you looking for more information regarding new Chinese standards? Do you need more information regarding regulatory updates? If so, please call or email us anytime. We can be reached by phone (UK: +44 2071931135, US: +1 773 654-2673) or email for any questions or concerns you may have.
For more detailed information please download our free booklet “CCC Made Easy” here. You may also consider our book “A Brief Guide to CCC: China Compulsory Certification”, which can be ordered directly on Amazon here.
CCC: Mandatory CCC certification for Interior Trimming Products
In the beginning of 2015, the Chinese certification authorities have issued new Implementation Rules Rules for interior trimming material which include new products that will now be required to have CCC.
Starting from January 01, 2016, the newly added parts must show a valid CCC certification when entering the Chinese market. Otherwise this may lead to severe problems at Chinese customs.
In our news section, we have recently informed you about the updates of the Chinese certification authorities. The largest Chinese certification authority CQC (China Quality Certification Centre, chin. „中国质量认证中心“) and the Chinese certification authority CCAP (China Certification Centre for Automotive Products, chin. „中汽认证中心“) both recently published their own version of Implementation Rules for the CCC certification of interior trimming materials.
These new Implementation Rules apply for the interior trimming materials with minimum dimensions of 356mm x 100mm which are installed in driver/passenger compartment and luggage compartment. Parts located in the engine compartment are only CCC-relevant if they have a heat-isolating function.
According to the most recent status, all interior trimming parts with minimum size 356mm x 100mm are subject to mandatory CCC certification. Some examples of currently included products are:
– sun visor
– sound insulating material (e.g. acoustic tiles)
– headliner
– sun sheet
– instrument panel
– center console
– air ducts and cable channels
For further information regarding mandatory CCC products, please contact us. Also, if you are interested, we would like to send you our most recent presentation on interior trimming products with many helpful information regarding the most recent CCC requirements. Just let us know here.
Are you the manufacturer of these interior trimming products and need a CCC certification for your products? Or are you interested in learning more about the new Implementation Rules? Please call us, to get a copy of our presentation with more details about CCC.
Please call or email us for more information or questions you may have (UK: +44 2071931135, Rest of Europe: +49 69 2713769150, US: +1 773 654-2673).
For more detailed information please download our free booklet “CCC Made Easy” here. You may also consider our book “A Brief Guide to CCC: China Compulsory Certification”, which can be ordered directly on Amazon here.
CCC: New Regulations Change the Annual Follow-Up Inspection Requirements
Previously we informed you about the new Implementation Rules for automotive parts released by the Chinese administration. All existing CCC certificates must be updated to the new Implementation Rules by December 31, 2016.
The Chinese administration has already published a document which names the specific requirements of the follow-up inspection in 2016. The new Implementation Rules now require a review of the CoP (Conformity of Production) plan as a part of the annual follow-up audit. The CoP plan must be submitted to the certification authority and approved prior to the annual follow-up audit for the update to take place. The annual follow-up audit will take more time and will especially focus on the CoP control plan.
Plants that have already done their audit according to the new Implementation Rules need to provide an Executive Report for their follow-up audit.
China Certification Corporation will be very glad to support you with the preparation and application of all relevant documents to guarantee a smooth follow-up inspection in combination with the updated Implementation Rules for your certificates.
Are you interested in updating your certificates? If so, please contact us by Email or call us: Germany: +49 69 271 3769 150, UK: +44 2071931135, US: +1 773 654 2673.
For more detailed information please download our free booklet “CCC Made Easy” here. You may also consider our book “A Brief Guide to CCC: China Compulsory Certification”, which can be ordered directly on Amazon here.
CCC- Individual Preparation for the Factory Inspection (Pre-Audit)
As part of our all-inclusive package for initial CCC certification China Certification Corporation always offer an additional preparation audit (pre-audit) to its customers.
During the pre-audit one of our experienced consultants will provide a full day of thorough preparation at your facility for the real factory inspection. The consultant will conduct a mock audit and explain what will be needed during the actual (real) audit. They will cover all aspects of what is needed for a successful audit, including:
– Cultural differences that should be considered when dealing with the Chinese auditors.
– The areas that the auditors will focus on during the real factory audit.
– Tips for avoiding unnecessary focus on small potential problem areas.
– What happens after the factory audit is passed.
These are only a few of the points that our clients are often concerned about and which can be directly answered during the “Pre-Audit”.
Prior to the pre-audit we provide a package of checklists, and other documentation needed to prepare for the audit. During the pre-audit our consultant will go over each point in detail and explain what will be needed. At one point of the pre-audit, the consultant will tour your facility to check the accuracy of the application documents against the real situation at the factory production line.
It makes sense to have a pre-audit when all application documents have already been submitted to the Chinese administration and the date for the factory inspection is fixed however, if time doesn’t permit this it can be done prior.
We have had positive feedback from clients who have ordered the pre-audit. They have all agreed that the one-on-one interaction with the consultant has benefited them in their focus for their preparation.
During the pre-audit we will share our extensive knowledge, inside tips and real world experiences of the CCC factory audit with you. You can benefit from our experience and have the opportunity to ask questions that relate to your unique situation and get answers so that you will feel completely confident for your audit. The pre-audit gives us the chance to prepare our clients on an individual level to ensure a smooth audit.
Our pre-audit service is also available if you have not asked us to accompany your complete CCC certification process.
For a non-binding quote please write us an Email or call us: Germany: +49 69 271 3769 150, UK: +44 2071931135, US: +1 773 654 2673.
For more detailed information please download our free booklet “CCC Made Easy” here. You may also consider our book “A Brief Guide to CCC: China Compulsory Certification”, which can be ordered directly on Amazon here.
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