China CCC Update – 17 CCC Implementation Rules

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2014 Issue 3

2 LED Retrofit Kits: Expansion of UL Certification

3 NEMA Announces New Accredited Standards Committee

6 List of updated CCC Implementation Rules

On July 21, 2014, CNCA (Certification and

Accreditation Administration of China)

published 17 Implementation Rules

relating to the mandatory CCC certification

mark. These rules become effective on

September 1, 2014 and contain new and

revised requirements based on adaptation

to technology development and standards

related changes. A list of the published

rules is provided for reference below.

Each CCC DCO (designated certification

organization) is expected to publish its

own detailed implementation rules by the

September 1st effective date.

Published with Effective Date of September 1, 2014

How UL can help

Our Global Market Access team can help you achieve compliance by identifying applicable requirements for your specific product or technology feature to comply with current regulations in safety, EMC, wireless and energy efficiency. For more information, visit our Global Market Access website or contact our experts at gma@ul.com.

Highlights of the main changes found in these Implementation Rules include the following:

1 - Some additional components and products will be required to have CCC certification mark after September 1, 2015. The main additions are listed below but more details are contained in the specific Implementation Rules:

a - Lighting: DC or AC electronic ballasts for discharge lamps (excluding fluorescent lamps), DC or AC electronic control devices for LED modules (LED drivers)

b - Low-voltage Apparatus, Leakage current protector: SMCB, Type B RCCBs, Type B RCBOs, SRCD

c - Wire Cable, new product specification model added due to the standard update of JB/T8735.2-2011, JB/T8734.2~.6-2012

2 - The Basic Certification Model for some key product categories will be changed: for IT Equipment, Audio/Video products, Appliances, Lighting, Motors and Low-voltage Apparatus; CCC certification can be issued without requiring completion of initial factory inspections.

3 - Factories will be categorized by Grade A, B, C and D based on market surveillance results on product quality and regular factory audit records (Grade A is the best while D is the worst). Frequency of follow-up inspections can be increased depending on the grade category of the factory.

4 - Based on supervision by CCC test labs staff, testing for CCC may take place at factories’ owned testing facility.

5 - For some product types, CCC Application Units classification will be differentiated.

These updates are for information purposes only and are not intended to convey legal or other professional advice.

For a full list of Implementation Rules, please see page 6.

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A Letter From Todd

Growth. It is a frequently used word within the lighting industry over the past few years. Increasingly, the lighting industry

is gaining momentum in emerging global markets, and manufacturers and retailers alike are interested in entering these markets to capitalize on the burgeoning middle class and the opportunities for growth that exist. UL continues to invest in its global resources, in order to provide our customers with the insight and service they need to access these global markets. Back in August, UL presented a webcast titled “The Road to Global Compliance: A UL Case Study” which specifically detailed some considerations that should be made when taking a lighting product to global markets. In case you missed it, the good news is that this webinar is still available for on-demand viewing at LEDs Magazine. I encourage you to view it if you have an opportunity, and hope that you will leverage UL’s global expertise to help you achieve your own growth objectives in the coming months ahead! Cheers!

Todd Straka Business Development Director, Global Lighting

A Letter From Todd

LED RETROFIT KITS: Expansion of UL Certification

With the addition of requirements in the 2014 NEC that call for Certification of Sign and Luminaire Retrofit Kits, the number of LED Retrofit Kit manufacturers and UL certified retrofit kits continues to grow in the basic retrofit categories as follows:

1 - Light-emitting-diode Retrofit Luminaire Conversion Kits (Category IFAR) – This UL Classification category covers retrofit kits intended for LED conversion of general use luminaires covered by UL 1598 Standard for Luminaire. (See UL 1598 Standard for Luminaires and UL 1598C Standard for Light-emitting diode Luminaire LED Conversion Kits).

2 - Light-emitting-diode Retrofit Luminaire Conversion Kits for Use in Commercial Refrigerators and Freezers (Category IFAS) - This UL Classification category covers retrofit kits intended for LED conversion of luminaires used in commercial refrigerators and freezers. (See UL471 Standard for Commercial Refrigerators and Freezers and UL 1598C Standard for Light-emitting diode Luminaire LED Conversion Kits).

3 - Retrofit Low-voltage-luminaire Conversion Kits (Category IFES) - These kits are covered under the UL Classification and are intended to retrofit luminaires in accordance with the requirements of UL 2108 Low Voltage Lighting Systems and the outline of investigation UL 1598B Supplemental Requirements for Luminaire Reflector Kits for Installation on Previously Installed Fluorescent Luminaires. These include retrofits for luminaires intended for connection to low voltage ceiling power grids.

New Certification Option Available NowThe latest upgrade to UL Certification for LED Luminaire Retrofit Kits (UL Category IFAR) expands the options to include component replacement retrofit kits. Component replacement is often a confusing process with questions about the ongoing compliance of the end product and the safety of the product after the new component is installed. This new certification option resolves the question of ongoing compliance and ensures that the component can be properly installed and that the end product will function safely after a component is replaced. See the excerpt below from the UL guide information for IFAR.

“The retrofit kits consist of LED light sources, installation instructions, subassemblies (e.g., LED drivers, or other parts where appropriate), luminaire marking labels, and assembly aids (where appropriate) to facilitate 1) the replacement of the existing light source in complete luminaires, or 2) the replacement and/or upgrade of existing LED luminaire components such as LED drivers, LED arrays, etc. in complete luminaires. The retrofit installation may require modifications to the luminaire in accordance with the installation instructions provided with the retrofit kits.”

This new and innovative certification option will permit luminaire and retrofit kit manufacturers to develop component replacement retrofit kits. This includes important installation instructions that help insure proper replacement components are used and installed per the manufacturer’s specifications in order to maintain safety and compliance of the originally listed products with established certification standards. This certification expansion applies also to component retrofit kits certified for use in Canada.

By Lee Hewitt / Principal Engineer, Lighting

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NEMA Announces New Accredited Standards Committee (ASC) on Lighting Systems

By Megan Hayes / NEMA Technical Director for Lighting

NEMA has announced the launch of a new Accredited Standards Committee (ASC) on lighting systems. The scope of the group is to develop standards and specifications for indoor and outdoor lighting systems installed in an application with consideration of human health and comfort, personal security, the physical environment, energy consumption and daylight integration. Such a system includes components (e.g., luminaires, sensors/controllers, and windows or skylights) and associated software

designed to minimize energy use while maintaining lighting quality, and that may be interconnected to provide control, monitoring functions, and interface with related systems.

The group will have its inaugural meeting on December 4-5, 2014 at Duke Energy in Lake Mary, FL. For additional information or to request a membership application, please contact Megan Hayes, NEMA technical director for lighting.

The 13th annual Lighting for Tomorrow competition concluded with the announcement of the winners at the American Lighting Association’s annual conference held in Nashville, TN in September. This year’s entries demonstrated notable shifts in technology and market trends. Dimming capability is a key feature today’s consumers are demanding in all categories of lighting. Of the 70 products entered, 85% had dimming features. Replacement lamps are trending towards better performance, smaller sizes and more affordably priced. Many ‘smart’ fixtures and lamps are now able to be remotely controlled via an application download to a cell phone or tablet. Color rendering was fairly consistent among entries averaging about 82 CRI while energy efficiency continues to improve with several entries boasting an efficacy of 90+ lumens/watt. The

LFT judging panel was pleased to see truly innovative lighting fixtures, retrofit kits, replacement lamps and control systems demonstrating advances in both design and technology.

Dick Upton retires; inducted into Lighting Hall of Fame

The ALA membership inducted Dick Upton to the Lighting Hall of Fame noting his unprecedented accomplishments spanning 20 years as their president and CEO. Dick Upton was honored during the annual gala banquet on the final night of the conference as he confirmed his retirement in January 2015. Eric Jacobsen, Executive Vice President, will take the helm from Dick starting next year.

ALA Annual Meeting Highlights; 2014 LFT Winners announced, Dick Upton retires

By Shari Hunter / Business Development Manager

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UL Standards encompass UL’s extensive safety research, scientific expertise and uncompromising focus on quality. With over a century of experience and the development of more than 1,000 Standards, UL continues to break new ground in its mission to help create a safer, more sustainable world.

UL 1598 – Luminaires (Tri-national standard)

Next revision cycle has started, which will be a 2-year cycle. Proposals received by the SDOs were sent to CSA (Publication Coordinator). CSA sent proposals to the THC (Technical Harmonization Committee) Chair and the proposals were reviewed and discussed during February 2014 CANENA meeting. The Publication Coordinator is preparing the document which will be sent out for preliminary review in the future.

UL 1598A - Supplemental Requirements for Luminaires for Installation on Marine Vessels

Reaffirmation of 1st edition of UL 1598A went out for ballot on April 4, 2014 with a due date of May 19, 2014. The purpose of the reaffirmation is to maintain ANSI approval. The revisions were published on July 1, 2014 reflecting the reaffirmation as an ANSI Standard.

UL 1598B – Supplemental Requirements for Luminaire Reflector Kits for Installation on Previously Installed Fluorescent Luminaires

Proposal went out for preliminary review on January 17, 2014 with a due date of February 7, 2014. The proposal related to the clarification of the requirements for luminaire retrofit kits that provide replacement lampholders or instant start ballasts. These proposals went out for ballot on February 28, 2014 with a due date of March 31, 2014. The revisions are being prepared for publication.

UL 1993 - Self- ballasted Lamps and Lamp Adapters (Tri-national standard)

The next revision cycle has started. UL is the Publication Coordinator. Multiple proposals went out for preliminary review on May 2, 2014 with a due date of July 2, 2014. The comments have been sent to the Technical Harmonization Committee (THC) for review and input. Link to summary of topics.

UL 8750 - Light Emitting Diode (LED) Equipment for Use in Lighting Products

Multiple proposals went out for preliminary review on October 24, 2012. These proposals were discussed at the November 2012 STP meeting. Some of the proposals were reworked and went out for ballot on June 7, 2013. The remaining topics will proceed separately. Responses have been posted and revisions were proposed in a CSDS recirculation Work Area on October 11, 2013 with a due date of November 11, 2013. Another recirculation Work Area opened on February 18, 2014 with a due date of March 4, 2014. The revisions were published on May 22, 2014. Multiple proposals went out for preliminary review on October 14, 2013 with a due date of November 8, 2013. These proposals were discussed at the November 2013 STP meeting and some will be proceeding to ballot. Proposal went out for preliminary review on July 3, 2014 with a due date of July 17, 2014. The proposal related to correlating bridging capacitor use in paragraph 7.9.2 with UL 60950-1 requirements. This proposal went out for ballot on September 5, 2014 with a due date of October 6, 2014. Link to summary of topics.

UL 8754 / ULC-S8754 – Holders, Bases, and Connectors for Solid-State (LED) Light Engines and Arrays (Joint UL/ULC Bi-National Standard)

Proposal went out for preliminary review on August 5, 2014 with a due date of August 26, 2014. The proposal is related to: (1) Revise Relative Thermal Index (RTI) requirements for polymeric materials used in Limited Application Devices (LAD), (2) Add exception to loading test for solid-state assembly holders, (3) Clarify requirements for lead pull tests for factory assembled solid-state assembly holders, and (4) Clarify product marking allowances for lampholders. This proposal will be issued for ballot on September 19, 2014 with a due date of November 3, 2014.

UL 935, UL 1029, UL 542 – Ballasts (Tri-national Standard)

The draft of Part 1 of the proposed Standard, covering general construction and test requirements is being reviewed by the CANENA Harmonization Committee (THC34/SC34C) and being prepared for preliminary review. The Part 2 documents which will include specific requirement for the various product types still need to be developed.

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UL 935 - Fluorescent-Lamp Ballasts (current UL Standard, 10th edition)

Proposal went out for preliminary review on May 29, 2013 and related to the addition of requirements for ballasts intended to be dimmed using solid-state dimming controls electrically wired in series with the mains supply. Another proposal went out for preliminary review on July 26, 2013 related to revising the arcing test method in Section 30. These proposals went out for ballot on October 18, 2013 and then for recirculation on March 14, 2014 with a due date of April 14, 2014. The revisions were published on August 7, 2014.

UL 542 - Fluorescent Lamp Starters

Call for Proposals went out on June 9, 2014 with new proposals due June 30, 2014. No proposals were received. UL has proceeded with the reaffirmation of the standard to maintain ANSI approval. The proposal was issued for ballot on July 25, 2014 with a due date of September 8, 2014.

UL 1786 – Direct Plug-In Nightlights (Bi-national Standard)

Next revision cycle started. Multiple proposals went out for preliminary review on October 17, 2013 with a due date of November 7, 2013. The proposals went out for ballot on August 22, 2014 with a due date of October 6, 2014. Link to summary of topics.

UL 496 - Lampholders (Bi-national standard)

Next revision cycle has started. A Call for Proposals was sent out on May 9, 2014 with new proposals due on June 9, 2014. UL (the Publication Coordinator) sent the proposals received to the Technical Harmonization Committee for review.

UL 1088 – Temporary Lighting Strings

On July 23, 2014, UL informed the 496 STP for Lampholder and Temporary Lighting Strings that this STP will be reorganized into two separate STPs. The Standards Technical Panel for Lampholders, STP 496, will cover the Bi-national Standard for Safety for Lampholders, UL 496. The new Joint UL-ULC

Technical Committee for Temporary Lighting Strings, TC 1088, will cover the Standard for Temporary Lighting Strings, UL 1088. In addition, UL Standards and ULC Standards will be developing a Joint UL-ULC Standard for Temporary Lighting Strings, UL 1088/ ULC-S1088, which will be covered by the new Joint UL-ULC TC 1088.

UL 1838 – Low Voltage Landscape Lighting Systems

Proposal went out for preliminary review on July 2, 2014 with a due date of August 1, 2014. The proposal related to a revision to ambient temperature measurement method. This proposal went out for ballot on August 22, 2014 with a due date of September 22, 2014.

UL 234 – Low Voltage Lighting Fixtures for Use in Recreational Vehicles

Proposal went out for preliminary review on July 24, 2014 with a due date of August 7, 2014. The proposal is related to: (1) Addition of requirements for RV luminaires suitable for direct contact with bedding (or similar) materials and (2) Revision to ambient temperature measurement method. This proposal went out for ballot on August 29, 2014 with a due date of September 29, 2014.

UL 48 - Electric Signs

Proposal went out for preliminary review on December 24, 2012. The proposal was related to two topics: (1) Clarification of drain opening requirements and (2) Grounding and Bonding Marking. Another proposal went out for preliminary review on December 20, 2013. The proposal was related to two topics: (1) Addition of requirements for laminated or organic-coated glass and revision to test method and (2) Addition of requirements for signs with photovoltaic systems or modules. These proposals went out for ballot on March 28, 2014 with a due date of May 12, 2014. The topic related to the grounding and bonding marking did not obtain consensus. The remaining three topics were sent out for recirculation on August 8, 2014 with a due date of September 8, 2014. All three topics

maintained consensus. Revision pages will be issued in the near future.

UL 48B – Changing Message Signs and Displays

UL is currently developing the proposed 1st edition for UL48B.

UL 879 – Electric Sign Components

Call for Proposals went out on October 14, 2013 with new proposals due November 22, 2013. No proposals were received. UL proceeded with the reaffirmation of the standard to maintain ANSI approval. The 9th edition of UL 879 went out for ballot on April 25, 2014 with a due date of June 9, 2014. The revisions were published on June 11, 2014 reflecting the reaffirmation as an ANSI Standard.

UL 2592 – Low Voltage LED Wire

The 4th issue of the Outline UL 2592 was published May 20, 2014. The Outline included optional requirements for wire used in a cable tray or other locations within a building.

UL 2592 was added under STP 814 (GTO Cables) on June 9, 2014 and the Outline will be converted to a UL Standard.

The proposed 1st edition Standard was sent out for preliminary review on August 20, 2014 with a due date of September 19, 2014.

UL 482 - Portable Sun/Heat Lamps

Call for Proposals went out on June 30, 2014 with new proposals due July 21, 2014. No proposals were received. UL is proceeding with the reaffirmation of the standard to maintain ANSI approval. The proposal is being issued for ballot on September 12, 2014 with a due date of October 27, 2014.

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CNCA-C01-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Cord Sets

CNCA-C02-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Circuit Switching and Protection Devices or Electrical Connection (Electrical Accessories)

CNCA-C03-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Low Voltage Electrical Equipment and Low-voltage Switchgear

CNCA-C03-02:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Low Voltage Electrical Equipment and Components

CNCA-C04-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Small-power Motor

CNCA-C05-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Electric Tools

CNCA-C06-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Electric Welding Machines

CNCA-C07-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Household and Similar Use Appliances

CNCA-C08-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Audio & Video Products

CNCA-C09-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Information Technology Equipment

CNCA-C10-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Lighting Electrical Appliances

CNCA-C13-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Safety Glass Products used in Automobiles, Buildings and Railway Rolling Stock

CNCA-C14-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Agriculture Machinery

CNCA-C16-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Telecommunication Terminal Equipment

CNCA-C19-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Burglar-alarm Control Units

CNCA-C19-02:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Burglary Resistant Safes

CNCA-C21-01:

2014 Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Solvent Coatings for Woodenware, Ceramic Tiles and Concrete Antifreezes

Click on the Implementation titles for links to rule updates.

Note - Chinese version only is posted on CNCA’s website.

List of Implementation Rules Published by CNCA on July 21, 2014

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Recorded Webinar: Safety Compliance Guidelines for Luminaire Retrofits

A high-level overview of the current state of the retrofit luminaire environment, retrofit kit selection and installation, critical marking requirements and much more.

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