CHINA SYSTEM · OPERATING LOGIC
Read the concept through its operating structure
GB and GB/T first signal mandatory versus recommended
GB usually denotes mandatory national standards and GB/T recommended ones. A recommended standard can become binding when incorporated by law, contract, procurement or certification.
Multiple standard layers exist beyond national standards
Industry, local, association and enterprise standards address distinct needs and cannot conflict with mandatory standards.
CCC depends on both product catalog and certification rules
CCC uses product catalogs and implementation rules for type testing, factory inspection and post-certification surveillance. Not all products are covered; scope, function and exceptions require item-by-item review.
Certification starts continuing surveillance
After certification, factory, critical components, design and standards changes, marking, surveillance and suspension remain. OEM/ODM contracts must allocate applicant, holder, manufacturer and brand responsibility.
Korean firms should work backward from the BOM
Before exporting, map function, model, BOM, wireless, battery, power, software, substances and use to GB, CCC, radio, energy, RoHS and sector rules, separating certification, customs, sales and platform onboarding.