SRRC certification process - focusing on modular approval


SRRC-State Radio Regulatory Commission is the authority responsible for granting SRRC certificate. This certification is required for equipment and appliances that have a radio transmitting function.

It is essential for both industrial and residential products; no differentiation is established between the two for certification purpose.

For SRRC type approval, each and every model has to be certified. However, the recently included modular approval allows all models in a series to be certified together.

Let’s go through the SRRC certification requirements briefly, including the document you will need for modular approval.

SRRC certification requirements

In order to qualify for the certification, you must meet these technical aspects: appropriate transmit power, stray radiation, bandwidth, and most importantly, frequency.

The Chinese government has strict frequency regulations. Certain frequency ranges are not approved for public. Depending on the frequency, your device will fall in one of the seven categories detailed here.

Documentation requirements for modular approval

These documents apply for limited, non-independent operation associated end products alone. Documents required for already embedded modules and those that have been recently exchanged or added are as follows:
Routine application
  •          Copy of your SRRC application
  •          Circuit diagram dictating how to use or embed the module

Application for added/exchanged products
  •          Copy of the end product certificate¾the original certificate should be returned once you acquire the new one)
  •          Copy of older modular certificate for Limited non-independent operation module
  •          Copy of new modular certificate for Limited non-independent operation module
  •          Circuit diagram featuring how to use or embed the module

SRRC certification process¾in brief

The process involves following 3 steps:
  •          Submit the SRRC application
  •          Send sample modules for testing to an accredited lab in China
  •          Receive the certification if approved after testing by relevant authorities

After the testing has been carried out, the report is reviewed by SRRC. The test requires almost a week while the review may take 4 weeks.

Manufacturers often find it hard to ensure that all requirements are met by their products. In such a situation, they require expert product safety design guidance and evaluation support.

At G&M Compliance, we offer necessary support to all manufacturers and other parties who want to sell these products in the Chinese market. Contact us today to discuss your products and certification requirements in detail.