Public ID: PID-2B7WD9

Simplified testing and certification for UK automotive small volume manufacturers (SVMs) in China

in China

Trade barrier summary

In 2025, the UK's and China's governments worked to simplify testing and certification requirements for automotive companies, including UK SVMs. New regulations, due to be published later in 2026, will provide more streamlined certification processes for UK SVMs operating in China.

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Sectors affected

• Automotive

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Resolved

Yes - September 2025

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Date reported

9 September 2020

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Last updated

21 May 2026

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Public ID

PID-2B7WD9

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