Battery inspection and testing standards, inspection and certification services for factories

October 15, 2025

Batteries, as the core power supply components of electronic and electrical products, their quality and safety directly affect the performance of the equipment in use and the safety of consumers. During the inspection, factory verification, and product inspection and certification processes of batteries, a strict quality control system must be established. This article will systematically elaborate on the inspection standards, testing methods, and quality certification requirements for battery products, providing professional technical guidance for relevant practitioners.
I. Hazardous Substance Detection and Certification System
(1) Heavy Metal Content Certification
Mercury Content Detection Certification
EU standard: 2006/66/EC Directive on Restrictions on Hazardous Substances
American standard: Mercury-containing Battery Management Act
Chinese standard: GB/T 20155-2006 Determination of Mercury Content
Detection method: EPA 3052 microwave digestion, EPA 200.8 ICP-MS analysis
Lead and Cadmium Content Testing Certification
Legal basis: 2006/66/EC Directive on Restrictions on the Use of Hazardous Substances
Testing standard: GB/T 20155-2006 Determination of Lead and Cadmium Content
Certification requirements: Comply with the heavy metal content standards of each country
(2) Chemical Safety Certification
Material Analysis Certification
Decomposition method: Microwave-assisted acid digestion of silica soil and organic matter
Detection accuracy: ICP-MS method for detecting trace elements
Quality control: Strict laboratory certification requirements
II. Battery Product Certification System
(1) Nickel-based Battery Certification
Nickel-metal hydride Battery Certification
International standard: IEC 61951-2:201
National Standard: GB/T 22084.2-2008
Certification Focus: Sealing Performance, Cycle Life
Nickel-cadmium battery certification
Product standard: IEC 61951-1:2006
Structural certification: Different structures such as square and open type
Safety requirements: BS EN 60622:2002 Sealing Certification
(2) Certification of Alkaline Batteries
Safety standard certification
International Certification: IEC 62133:2012
EU Certification: EN 62133:2013
Japanese Certification: JIS C 8712:2015
Key inspection items: Sealing performance, safety protection
III. Safety Certification for Lithium-Based Batteries
(1) Transportation Safety Certification
United Nations Standard Certification
UN DOT 38.3 Rev.5 Hazardous Materials Transportation Certification
Test requirements: All T1-T8 test items must be completed.
Document Specification: Compliant with transportation document requirements
Safety standard certification
US Certification: UL1642:2012 Lithium Battery Safety Standard
China Certification: GB 21966-2008 Transportation Safety Requirements
International Certification: IEC 62281:2012 Transportation Safety
(2) Performance and Quality Certification
Secondary Lithium Battery Certification
Performance standard: IEC 61960:201
Quality Specification: QB/T 2502-200
Mechanical properties: IEC 61959:2004
Special lithium battery certification
Miner's lamp battery: MT/T 1051-2007
Electric bicycle: QB/T 2947.3-2008
Portable equipment: JIS C8714-2007 Safety Testing
IV. Lead-acid Battery Product Certification
(1) Battery Certification for Starting Applications
Automobile Starting Certification
International standard: IEC 60095-1:2006
European Union standard: EN 50342-1:2006
Chinese standard: GB/T 5008.1-2013
Japanese standard: JIS D 5301:2006
Specialized Lead-Acid Battery Certification
For motorcycles: GB/T 23638-2009
Electric-assisted vehicle: GB/T 22199-2008
Valve-controlled sealed: GB/T 19639.1-2005
(2) Industrial Battery Certification
Fixed Battery Certification
Valve-regulated battery: IEC 60896-21:2004
Exhaust battery: EN 60896-11:2003
Certification requirements: GB/T 19638.2-2005
Special Battery Certification
Marine batteries: CB/T 728-200
Pneumatic battery: GB/T 7403.1-2008
Energy storage battery: GB/T 22473-2008
V. Electric Vehicle Battery Certification
(1) Battery Power Certification
Different Types of Certification
Lead-acid battery: GB/T 18332.1-2009
Metal Hydrides: GB/T 18333.2-2001
Lithium-ion battery: GB/Z 18333.1-2001
Zinc-air battery: GB/Z 18333.2-2001
Performance Safety Certification
Performance Test: IEC 62660-1:2010
Reliability testing: IEC 62660-2:2010
Abuse Testing: SAE J 2464-2009
(2) Special Certification for Electric Vehicles
Industry Standard Certification
Lithium-ion battery: QC/T 743:2006
Metal Hydrides: QC/T 744:2006
Lead-acid battery: QC/T 742:2006
Management System: QC/T 897-201
VI. Communication Equipment Battery Certification
(1) Mobile Communication Battery Certification
Handheld Device Certification
Lithium-ion power supply: YD/T 998.1-199
Safety requirements: YD 1268.1-2003
General Specification: GB/T 18287-2013
Cellular phone battery certification
Metal Hydrides: GB/T 18288-200
Cadmium-nickel battery: GB/T 18289-200
Safety requirements: GB 31241-2014
VII. General Battery Product Certification
(1) Civil and Commercial Certification
Safety Standard Certification
UL Certification: UL 2054:2011 Civil and Commercial Batteries
Primary battery standard: IEC 60086 series
Watch battery: GB/T 8897.3-2013
Lithium battery safety certification
Safety requirements: GB 8897.4-2008
Aqueous solution battery: GB 8897.5-2013
Physical Specification: IEC 60086-2:2014
(2) Solar Energy Storage Certification
Photovoltaic Cell Certification
International standard: IEC 61427-1:2013
Chinese standard: GB/T 22473-2008
Certification focus: Cycling performance, energy storage efficiency
VIII. Inspection and Certification Process Management
(1) Document Review and Certification
Qualification Document Verification
Certification certificate: Relevant safety certification certificates
Test Report: Report from a third-party testing agency
Specification: Technical specification document of the product
Identification verification and certification
Plate information: Complete and accurate product details
Certification mark: The correct certification symbol
Warning sign: Complete safety warning information
(2) On-site inspection and certification
Appearance quality certification
Structural integrity: The shell is undamaged and undistorted.
Identification is clear: Product information is legible and easy to read.
Process quality: The welding and packaging processes are of good quality.
Performance testing certification
Voltage test: Open circuit voltage meets the standard
Internal resistance test: The AC internal resistance is within the specified range.
Capacity verification: Check the rated capacity label
(3) Safety Testing and Certification
Electrical Safety Certification
Insulation resistance: Meets safety standards requirements
Pressure resistance test: Passed the specified pressure resistance test
Short circuit protection: Equipped with short circuit protection function
Environmental testing certification
Temperature cycling: Through temperature cycling test
Vibration test: Meets transportation vibration requirements
Impact test: Passed the mechanical impact test
IX. Continuous Improvement of the Certification System
(1) Supplier Management Certification
Qualification Review Certification
Production License: Battery Production Qualification Certification
Quality system: ISO9001 quality system
Environmental System: ISO14001 Environmental System
Process Control Certification
Incoming material inspection: Strict inspection of raw materials
Process inspection: Quality monitoring during the production process
Final product inspection: Comprehensive inspection before leaving the factory
(2) Quality Traceability Certification
Traceability System Certification
Batch management: Comprehensive batch traceability
Material traceability: The source of raw materials can be traced.
Process Record: Complete record of the production process
By establishing a complete battery product inspection and certification system and strictly implementing quality control throughout the entire process from raw materials to finished products, it is possible to effectively ensure the safety and quality of battery products, provide consumers with safe and reliable battery products, and at the same time promote the standardized development of the battery industry.