China Requires 3C/CCC-Certified Power Banks on All Domestic Flights — Foreign Tourists Affected (2026)
China's Civil Aviation Administration now confiscates power banks without CCC (China Compulsory Certification) marking at airport security. Foreign tourists flying domestically must check their power bank before travel — uncertified devices are seized regardless of brand, price, or country of purchase.
Key takeaway
Since August 2024, China's Civil Aviation Administration (CAAC) requires all power banks on domestic flights within China to carry a CCC (China Compulsory Certification) mark. Enforcement tightened in 2026 — power banks without the CCC logo are confiscated at security, regardless of brand or country of purchase. The capacity limit is 100 Wh (≈27,000 mAh), maximum 2 units per passenger. International flights into China are exempt, but any domestic connection triggers the rule.
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What Changed
According to the Civil Aviation Administration of China, the CCC certification requirement for lithium-ion power banks took effect on August 1, 2024, but enforcement ramped up significantly in 2025–2026. A March 2026 update added a mandatory QR code on CCC labels, which security staff now scan to verify authenticity. Power banks manufactured for international markets — including brands like Anker, Belkin, and Mophie sold outside China — often lack the CCC mark and will be confiscated even if they are brand-new and within capacity limits.
The key numbers to know, per the China Discovery power bank guide:
- Under 100 Wh (≈27,000 mAh at 3.7V): Allowed with CCC mark, maximum 2 units per passenger
- 100–160 Wh: Requires airline approval before check-in
- Over 160 Wh: Banned entirely on all passenger flights
- No CCC mark, any capacity: Confiscated at security, no exceptions
Per Trip.com's 2026 guide, foreign tourists flying into China on international flights are not checked for CCC certification — the rule applies only to domestic flights within China. However, if you fly internationally to Beijing and then take a domestic connection to Chengdu, your power bank WILL be checked at the domestic security checkpoint.
What to do next
- Check your power bank physically for a CCC logo. If absent, buy a certified replacement before your domestic flight. 2. Calculate Wh capacity: multiply mAh × voltage ÷ 1000. If over 100 Wh, contact your airline 48h before departure. 3. Buy a Xiaomi or Huawei power bank at a Chinese electronics store (¥79–129 / US$11–18) if yours lacks certification. 4. For international-only trips with zero domestic flights, the CCC rule does not apply.
What may vary
Enforcement is strictest at major hubs (PEK, PVG, CAN) but may be inconsistent at smaller regional airports — do not rely on this. Airlines may impose stricter Wh limits than the CAAC standard. CCC label format continues to evolve; as of June 2026, the QR-code version is the accepted standard.
FAQ
Does the CCC power bank rule apply to international flights into China?
No. The CCC certification requirement only applies to domestic flights within China. International flights arriving in China follow departure-country rules. However, if you connect to a domestic flight after arrival, the CCC rule applies at the domestic security checkpoint.
Can I buy a CCC-certified power bank at a Chinese airport?
Yes. Major airports including Beijing Daxing (PKX), Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA), and Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) have electronics stores selling Xiaomi and Huawei power banks with CCC certification. Prices range from ¥79–200 (US$11–28).
What happens if my power bank is confiscated — can I get it back?
No. Chinese airports do not offer storage, return, or mail-back services for confiscated power banks. Confiscation is permanent and there is no appeals process.
Are power bank rental stations in China usable with a foreign credit card?
Yes. Shared power bank stations from Jiedian, Laidian, and Meituan accept Alipay and WeChat Pay linked to foreign Visa or Mastercard. No CCC certification check applies to rented power banks.
What happens if my power bank is confiscated — can I get it back when I leave China?
No. Chinese airports do not offer storage, return, or mail-back services for confiscated power banks. The device is permanently seized. There is no appeals process.
Are power bank rental stations in China safe to use with a foreign credit card?
Yes. Shared power bank stations (from brands like **Jiedian**, **Laidian**, and **Meituan**) accept Alipay and WeChat Pay linked to foreign Visa or Mastercard. No CCC certification check applies to rented power banks.