China Market Entry Blog: CCC Certification, WFOE & Trademark Insights

2026-05-13 Ann

Updated GB/T 3836 Standards Harmonize with IEC 60079 Series | 2026 Guide

China’s GB/T 3836 explosion‑proof standards now fully harmonized with IEC 60079 series. New certification requirements for Ex equipment, transition deadlines, and compliance steps for foreign manufacturers.

2026-05-12 Ann

Taobao Launches Independent Appeal Mediation Center – Faster Resolution for Sellers

New third-party mediation program for disputed IP complaints. How sellers can leverage this channel for faster reinstatement of wrongfully removed listings.

2026-05-12 Ann

China Updates GB/T MSDS Standards – New 16-Section Format Required for Imported Chemicals | 2026 Compliance

New China MSDS standard effective April 2026. All imported hazardous chemicals must use updated format. We provide compliant MSDS updates.

2026-05-12 Ann

SAFE Streamlines Foreign Currency Settlement for Trading WFOEs | 2026 China Forex Guide

SAFE simplifies foreign currency settlement for trading WFOEs in 2026: reduced documentation, higher settlement limits, electronic applications, and faster processing. Complete compliance guide for import-export enterprises.

2026-05-12 Robin

Updated TSG 21-2026 Requirements for Pressure Vessel Manufacturing Licenses | China Compliance

TSG 21-2026 fixed pressure vessel safety regulation: new scope (hydrogen, cryogenic, silicon carbide), tighter manufacturing rules, safety device changes, and compliance roadmap for foreign manufacturers.

2026-05-12 Ann

MOFCOM Simplifies Foreign Trade Operator Filing in 2026 | China Import-Export Compliance

MOFCOM has eliminated foreign trade operator filing (2022). 2026 simplified process: 5 core steps (business scope, customs filing, e-port card, forex registration, tax refund). Complete guide for import-export businesses.

2026-05-12 Ann

New CTTE Standards for 5G Transport and Edge Routers Released | 2026 Compliance

China’s CTTE (China Telecom Technology Evaluation) releases 2026 standards for 5G transport equipment and edge routers: new performance, reliability, security, and interoperability tests. Essential for network equipment vendors.

2026-05-11 Ann

CNIPA Issues New Examination Guidelines for AI Inventions (2026) | China Patent Eligibility

China clarifies patent eligibility for artificial intelligence and machine learning inventions. New rules on technical character and sufficiency of disclosure for AI patent applications.

2026-05-11 Ann

Landmark Criminal Trade Secret Conviction: Former Employee Sentenced to 5 Years

Shanghai court imposes criminal penalties for theft of proprietary manufacturing process. Case study on evidence collection and parallel civil-criminal strategy.

2026-05-11 Ann

New Dual-Use Items License Rules Effective April 2026 | China Export Control Guide

MOFCOM expands controlled dual-use list to include advanced semiconductors and AI technology. Stricter end-user certificate requirements for foreign applicants.