Power Bank Manufacturers Face New CCC Compliance Requirements in China: April 2027 Compliance Deadline

On May 31, 2026, the China National Certification and Accreditation Administration (CNCA) issued No. 7 of 2026 "Announcement of the CNCA on Adding Certification Standards for Power Banks and Other Products and Issuing Revised Implementation Rules." 

The announcement incorporates the newly published mandatory national standard, GB 47372-2026 "Safety Technical Specification for Power Banks," into China's compulsory certification (CCC) system and introduces revised implementation rules, CNCA-C09-02:2026. 

The changes apply to: 

• Power banks included in China's CCC certification catalogue 
• Lithium-ion batteries and battery packs used in power banks and portable electronic products 

Manufacturers holding existing CCC certificates for power banks, lithium-ion batteries and battery packs used in power banks must complete any required supplementary testing, inspections, and certificate conversion activities by April 1, 2027. After that date, affected products must be certified in accordance with GB 47372-2026 and CNCA-C09-02:2026. 

Manufacturers holding CCC certificates for lithium-ion batteries and battery packs used in portable electronic products may complete the conversion through natural transition methods such as product modifications and certificate renewal upon expiration. 

China Introduces a Dedicated CCC Safety Standard for Power Banks 

Until now, CCC certification relied primarily on broader safety standards such as GB 4943.1 and GB 31241. The new standard establishes requirements specifically designed for power banks, reflecting their unique design characteristics and safety risks. 

The change comes amid increasing regulatory scrutiny of lithium battery safety, particularly incidents involving overheating, fires, and explosions. For manufacturers seeking [Market Access] in [China], power banks will now be evaluated against product-specific requirements rather than general battery safety provisions alone. 

Expanded Testing, Traceability, and Factory Oversight 

Beyond introducing a new certification standard, CNCA-C09-02:2026 expands how product safety and manufacturing consistency are evaluated. 

Certification activities may now include assessments covering: 

• Nail penetration resistance  
• Cycle aging performance  
• Lithium plating assessment  
• Product traceability coding  

The revised rules also introduce enhanced requirements relating to: 

• Product consistency management 
• Factory quality control systems 
• Sample management and sealing procedures 
• Enterprise risk classification 
• Laboratory monitoring and supervision 

For manufacturers, this may translate into additional testing, expanded technical documentation requirements, closer scrutiny of quality systems, and longer certification preparation timelines. 

Key Actions Before the April 2027 CCC Compliance Deadline 

Although certification bodies may conduct certification activities under either the previous or revised framework during the transition period at the applicant's request, manufacturers should begin planning well before the deadline. 

Priority actions include: 

• Conducting a compliance gap assessment against revised requirements  
• Identifying products that require supplementary testing, design modifications, or certificate updates 
• Evaluating traceability systems and factory quality controls  
• Developing a CCC certificate conversion plan  
• Engaging an authorized certification body early in the process  

Final Thoughts 

China’s revised CCC framework for power banks moves lithium battery regulation into a more product-specific compliance regime, where safety evaluation is increasingly embedded in the certification process itself rather than governed through broader general standards. 

To ensure a smooth transition, manufacturers should assess the impact of the new requirements as early as possible and develop a clear plan to complete any necessary testing, factory readiness activities, and CCC certificate conversions before the April 1, 2027 deadline. 

Cisema supports manufacturers throughout this process with end-to-end regulatory affairs support, including product testing and safety certification, compliance gap assessments, CCC certificate conversion management, and factory readiness programs. 

For support in assessing product impact, identifying compliance gaps, and coordinating certification activities under China’s revised CCC requirements for power banks and lithium battery products, contact Cisema today. 

Further Information 

•  Explore Cisema’s services for China CCC

References 

• Announcement of the CNCA on Adding Certification Standards for Power Banks and Other Products and Issuing Revised Implementation Rules.