1. Check with Online Databases
Here are some of the online databases to check Chinese certificates:
| Platform | Used for Checking: |
|---|---|
| National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System | China Business License |
| China Customs Credit Publicity Platform of Import and Export Business | China Customs Registration |
| China Ministry of Commerce Business System | China Foreign Trade Registration |
| China Online Trademark Checking System | China Trademark Registration (can also be used to check the status of trademark applications and search for similar trademarks) |
| CNCA Certification Information Checking System | Management System Certifications (including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 etc.) and Product Certifications (including China’s CCC certificate) |
| CNAS – Find an Accredited Body | China Laboratory Accreditation and Certification Body details. |
| Integrated Companies Registry Information System (ICRIS) | Hong Kong Certificate of Incorporation |
| Taiwan Department of Commerce Information System | Taiwan Company Registration Form |
2. Contact Issuer
In case of further doubt, directly contact the organization that issued the certificate.
For shipping realted clearance documents – which usually can’t be verified via databases and ISO certifications issued outside of China’s accreditation system contact the companies directly.
First, identify who the issuer is – looking at the certificate’s logos and certification marks can help – and to find their contact details. Use Baidu if required.
Next, contact the organization and seek assistance to check the certificate is genuine. Finding the right number to call or email address to write to can be a big challenge, especially if the organization has limited English support.
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