新版规范3月起实施 进一步优化废电器回收处理

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Ecology and Environment of China has announced the implementation of a revised technical specification for the treatment and pollution control of waste electrical and electronic products, effective March 1, 2023, to enhance the regulation of waste electronics recycling and reduce environmental pollution [2]. Group 1: Regulatory Changes - The revised technical specification expands the categories of waste electronics to include newer types such as self-service machines, retail self-checkout machines, smart drones, wearable smart devices, and smart vehicle equipment [2]. - It specifies pollution control requirements for the storage process, including protective measures for storage sites and the need for segregated storage of different categories of waste electronics and their dismantled products [3]. - The specification improves pollution control requirements during the dismantling process, detailing differentiated dismantling technology requirements for various categories of waste electronics and emphasizing the prevention of harmful substance emissions [3]. Group 2: Management and Enforcement - The specification strengthens the management of dismantled products by proposing targeted pollution control requirements for key products such as circuit boards, LCD screens, and insulation materials [4]. - The Ministry will guide local authorities and enterprises in understanding and implementing the new requirements, ensuring that companies fulfill their responsibilities in environmental management [4]. - Illegal dismantling and disposal practices will be included in a special rectification action against illegal dumping of solid waste, with strict measures against outdoor storage and non-compliant dismantling activities [4].