About BCI & CEEIA



BCI (Battery Council International) is a not-for-profit trade association formed to promote the interests of an international battery industry. BCI has more than 190 members worldwide engaged in every facet of the industry. Included are lead battery manufacturers and recyclers, marketers and retailers, suppliers of raw materials and equipment, plus expert industry consultants. As the industry’s principal trade group, BCI member services have worldwide impact.

BCI brings together the leading lead-acid battery manufacturers in North America and other major players from around the world. Externally, BCI provides information and resources on the industry to numerous outside organizations and researchers.

When working on behalf of its members, BCI provides an extensive database of statistical information that for example tracks domestic shipment figures for replacement and automotive batteries.

In addition, BCI establishes technical standards for battery manufacturing and actively promotes workable environmental, health, and safety standards for the industry as a whole.





The Lead-Acid Battery Branch, located in Shenyan, Liaonig Province, People’s Republic of China is the division of the CEEIA which is responsible for serving as the intermediary between the government and the battery manufacturers. As such, it is a State-owned not-for-profit organization, which helps its member factories understand the government mandates and how to operate within the laws and regulations, which govern the production and distribution of batteries throughout Mainland China. It also sets the standard for the specifications of all lead-acid batteries in China.

This branch of CEEIA also serves as the link between the Chinese battery producers and domestic customers, foreign customers and foreign trade associations. The Lead-Acid Battery Branch is responsible for the promotion and development of the lead-acid battery industry within China and for aiding in research and the technical advancement of the industry and its members.

The Lead-Acid Battery Branch also collects and maintains trade and production statistics and is responsible for monitoring imports and exports of lead-acid batteries along with the domestic production.