Product Testing & Safety Certification

Cisema provides comprehensive support for a wide range of mandatory product testing and safety certification services required for market access in China and across Asia. We help your organization comply with regulatory requirements and standards to access China and Asia Pacific markets, and the rest of the world. Whether your products are industrial, electronic, medical, pharmaceutical, or consumer goods, we manage the entire testing and certification process, from determining applicable requirements to preparing technical documentation, coordinating accredited tests, and maintaining ongoing compliance.

There are many drivers behind product testing and safety certification, chief among them are minimizing risk to consumers and property, ensuring regulatory acceptance, and enabling certified products to be properly labeled and listed for sale. Certification is not a one-time event; certified products are typically subject to follow-up inspections and ongoing oversight. To maintain certification, organizations must align their manufacturing process and supply chain operations with applicable standards.

Product Testing and Certification
Consumer Product Safety
Testing process

Cisema supports clients across every phase of the certification process, from pre-approval assessments and document preparation to factory audit readiness, authority submissions, and post-certification maintenance. We also assist with voluntary standards, helping organizations demonstrate best-in-class performance and market differentiation. Ultimately, a well-executed certification strategy fosters consumer trust, supports regulatory compliance, and opens doors to new markets.

We partner with authorized laboratories, local authorities, and certification bodies to ensure your products are accurately tested, successfully certified, and aligned with Chinese and regional regulations, giving manufacturers, suppliers, and retailers confidence in their product safety, product quality, and regulatory standing.

Certifications We Support

CCC – China Compulsory Certification

Mandatory for a wide range of consumer products, CCC certification ensures compliance with national safety, quality, and performance standards. We manage applicability assessments, application preparation, factory inspections, and certificate maintenance for long-term compliance.

CEL – China Energy Label

The China Energy Label (CEL) rates the energy efficiency of regulated products sold in China.
We assist with label applications, testing coordination, and translation of technical documents to support successful market access.

SELO / CML – China Manufacturing License

Mandatory for “special equipment” such as boilers, elevators, and pressure vessels, the SELO license (CML) ensures alignment with Chinese technical standards. We support scope determination, documentation, exemption management, and readiness for Chinese authority inspection.

HAF 604 – Nuclear Safety Certification

The HAF 604 license is required for foreign suppliers of nuclear safety-grade equipment.
We manage NNSA submissions, testing, document review, and full certification project coordination.

RoHS – China Restriction of Hazardous Substances

We support product testing, substance review, documentation, and conformity declaration to meet China’s RoHS regulations for electrical and electronic products.

PAC – Product Approval Certificate

PACs are required for select imported products before Chinese market entry, verifying conformity with technical requirements. We prepare applications and coordinate with CNCA-authorized bodies.

NAL – Network Access License

NAL certification is mandatory for telecom equipment to connect with public networks in China.
We guide you through lab testing, submission preparation, and MIIT coordination.

SRRC – Radio Transmission Equipment Certification

For wireless devices, SRRC certification ensures frequency and power compliance.
We handle testing, documentation, and submissions to China’s State Radio Regulatory Commission.

NMPA Filings & Registrations

For pharmaceuticals, medical devices, IVDs, and cosmetic products, we provide complete NMPA support. From dossier strategy to clinical and type testing, we help you succeed in China’s regulated life sciences market.

SAMR Filings &
Registrations

We assist with SAMR filings for health foods, and functional products, ensuring accurate documentation, claims validation, and efficient approval.

Regional Medical Device & IVD Registrations

For clients operating across Asia, we streamline submissions to enable broader regional coverage by offering regulatory support for medical device and IVD registration in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, the Philippines and Taiwan.

Korean Certification (KC)

We manage KC certification for products entering South Korea, including EMC/safety testing, application submission, and coordination with local authorities.

Industries We Serve

Our product testing and safety certification services are tailored to the specific needs of your industry, helping you bring products to market that meet all applicable Chinese and Asian standards. Whether you manufacture consumer products, complex machinery, regulated life science goods, or building products that require rigorous testing and certification for safety and compliance, our regulatory experts ensure your products are properly tested, documented, and certified for safe and successful market access.

Automotive

From CCC certification, RoHS testing, and CEL labeling to factory inspection readiness, we support manufacturers of vehicles, systems, and components in meeting China’s stringent safety and environmental regulations.

Electronics & Wireless

For electronic products, connected devices, and wireless systems, we handle CCC, SRRC, RoHS, NAL, and CEL requirements. Our team manages testing, documentation, and registration, ensuring compliance across all relevant regulatory categories.

Fire Safety

We help manufacturers of fire alarms, fire doors, and smoke detectors meet Chinese fire protection standards, including CCC certification and CML/SELO licensing for pressure-bearing parts.

Toys

Toys and children’s consumer products require CCC certification and rigorous safety testing.
We coordinate factory audits, labeling review, and document submission to help ensure safe, compliant access to the Chinese market.

Special Equipment

We assist with SELO/CML licensing for pressure vessels, boilers, and amusement rides, as well as CCC certification for integrated control systems.

Mechanical Engineering

From smart factory systems to heavy equipment, we manage the regulatory path for industrial products, covering RoHS, PAC, HAF 604, and SELO/CML.

Household Appliances

For electrical appliances, we offer full support with CCC certification, CEL labeling, and regulatory translation, ensuring smooth launch and ongoing compliance.

Nuclear

We provide full-service regulatory support for nuclear equipment suppliers, with a focus on HAF 604 certification, NNSA interactions, and local compliance strategy.

Life Sciences

We support life sciences companies navigating China's and APAC's evolving and complex regulatory landscape, with a strong focus on pharmaceuticals, medical devices, in vitro diagnostics (IVDs), and combination products.

Cosmetics

We support registration and filing of finished cosmetic products, new functional ingredients, and raw materials, ensuring conformity with China's and Taiwan's evolving cosmetic regulations.

Health Foods & Supplements

We assist with ingredient safety checks, SAMR filings and registrations, technical dossier preparation, and label compliance for health food and supplement products entering the Chinese market.

Veterinary Medicines & Products

We guide veterinary medicine and animal health product suppliers through testing, safety assessments, and dossier submissions to meet China’s import and registration requirements.

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April 18, 2026

China Manufacture License Renewal for Level A2 Pressure Vessels

How Cisema Supported Inox Torres Group, S.L. in Successfully Renewing its China Manufacture License (SELO) for Level A2 Pressure Vessels

The China Manufacture License (CML), also known as the SELO license, is a mandatory requirement for manufacturers of pressure equipment intended for the Chinese market. Inox Torres Group, S.L.’s manufacturing site produces high-pressure vessels falling under the Level A2 scope. This license ensures compliance with China’s stringent quality and safety regulations for special equipment.

The Challenge: Managing SELO Complexity for High-Risk Equipment

Renewing a SELO license for Level A2 pressure vessels required careful coordination across regulatory, technical, and cultural dimensions.

  • Navigating Regulatory Complexity
    Navigating the complex and evolving SELO regulatory framework, particularly for high-risk products under Level A2, required meticulous planning and real-time compliance updates.
  • Ensuring Audit Readiness
    Inox Torres Group, S.L. needed to ensure all documentation and procedures were fully up to date and to select an appropriate demo product that met inspection requirements.
  • Managing Inspector Expectations
    Success depended on understanding the unspoken cultural and procedural expectations of SELO inspectors, including hosting and on-site hospitality.

Our Solution: Full-Spectrum SELO Audit Support

Recognizing the high stakes of SELO license renewal, Inox Torres Group, S.L. engaged Cisema for comprehensive regulatory and strategic support.

  • Reviewed the Quality Management System
    Cisema led the review and upgrade of the customer’s quality management system in line with the latest Chinese requirements, including a comprehensive gap analysis and revision of key documentation.
  • Audit Simulation & Preparation
    A preparatory remote audit simulation was conducted, walking through every step of the audit to ensure full readiness ahead of the on-site inspection.
  • Delivered On-Site Bilingual & Regulatory Support
    During the on-site audit, Cisema provided continuous bilingual support, interpreting inspector questions in real time and translating regulatory nuances for the customer.
  • Provided Culturally Appropriate Inspector Hosting
    Cisema arranged culturally appropriate corporate hospitality, helping establish a respectful and positive tone for the inspection. The team remained onsite throughout all audit days, including the weekend, to ensure no detail was overlooked.

The Outcome: Successful Renewal Without Disruption

Through hands-on execution and close coordination, the SELO renewal process was completed smoothly and efficiently.

  • Secured CML Renewal with Full A2 Status
    Inox Torres Group, S.L. successfully renewed its China Manufacture License for pressure vessels, maintaining its Level A2 classification.
  • Executed the Project Efficiently
    Full regulatory preparation and audit execution were completed within six months.
  • Achieved Seamless Inspector Coordination
    SELO inspectors were hosted and coordinated smoothly, with culturally aligned engagement throughout the audit.
  • Secured Regulatory Continuity  
    The renewal avoided operational disruptions and ensured compliance with updated SELO requirements.

Expertise and Efficiency: Acting as an Extension of the Client Team

Cisema’s experienced consultants acted as an extension of Inox Torres Group, S.L.’s regulatory and quality teams, providing both regulatory expertise and strategic foresight. Inspector concerns were anticipated and addressed proactively, transforming a potentially stressful process into a streamlined, well-orchestrated engagement with Chinese authorities.

Hands-on mentoring throughout the project helped the customer gain confidence and clarity in managing future SELO audits.

Why Choose Cisema

  • Strategic Regulatory Expertise: Deep understanding of Chinese bureaucracy, evolving SELO requirements, and inspector expectations.
  • Mentorship & Training: Step-by-step guidance that supported the customer’s quality team throughout the process.
  • Corporate Hospitality Excellence: Culturally aligned hosting that supports successful audit outcomes in China.
  • Audit Readiness & Precision: Gap analysis, audit simulation, and documentation refinement to pass SELO reviews efficiently.
  • End-To-End Support: Full management of the audit process, from document revision to on-site interpretation.

Further Information

Explore Cisema’s China Special Equipment (SELO) Certification services.

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