Mobile phone case vending machines require the following qualifications and certificates, which are divided into three categories: core business qualifications, product compliance certification, and operational support certificates.

📌 I. Core Business Qualifications
‌Business License‌

 

‌Issuing Authority‌: Market Supervision and Administration Bureau
‌Requirements‌:
Both individual business operators and corporate entities are eligible to apply, provided that their business scope includes categories such as “sales of electronic product accessories” and “operation of vending machines.”

Proof of business premises (e.g., lease agreement for equipment placement location, venue authorization letter) is a required document

‌Simplified Note: A single license can cover multiple devices; there is no need to apply separately for each machine

‌Tax Registration‌

Within 30 days of obtaining the Business License, register with the Tax Bureau and select either small-scale taxpayer or general taxpayer status based on monthly turnover

 

🧪 II. Product-Specific Qualifications (Phone Case Category)
‌Product Quality Testing Report‌

 

‌Testing Standards‌: Must comply with GB/T 26572-2011 Restrictions on the Use of Certain Substances in Electronic and Electrical Products, with a focus on testing for phthalates and heavy metals (lead, cadmium, etc.)

‌Institution‌: A third-party laboratory with CMA certification; testing takes approximately 5-7 business days

‌Special Function Additional Certification‌ (if applicable)

‌Drop Test Certification‌: If claiming “military-grade protection,” must pass drop tests such as MIL-STD-810G

‌Radio Certification‌: For smartphone cases with enhanced signal or charging functions, FCC certification (U.S. market) or SRRC certification (Chinese market) must be obtained

 

📋 III. Operational Support Procedures
‌Venue Compliance Documents‌

Public venues (e.g., subway stations, shopping malls) require a “Venue Usage Agreement” or “Street Vending Permit”

Closed venues such as campuses and office buildings require written authorization from the management
‌Equipment Identification and Disclosure‌

Operator name, contact information, complaint channels, and business license number must be clearly marked on the vending machine

 

‌Data Recording System‌

 

Establish a sales data storage mechanism to automatically save transaction records for reference

️ Notes
‌Exemptions from Licensing Requirements‌: Purely selling phone cases does not require a food operation license, but if beverages or snacks are sold simultaneously, the license must be obtained.

‌Additional Requirements for E-commerce Platforms‌: If self-service machines are used to redirect customers to an online store (e.g., scanning a QR code for customization), a “Value-Added Telecommunications Business License” must be obtained.

 

‌Policy Differences‌: Some cities have special registration requirements for self-service equipment. It is recommended to consult the local market supervision department in advance

 

‌Compliance Path Recommendations‌:

Individual Business Model:‌ Business License → Quality Inspection Report → Site Agreement → Equipment Labeling and Disclosure‌

Corporate Model:‌ Business License + Tax Registration → Trademark Registration (optional) → Functional Certification (if required) → Multi-Location Site Registration