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强制性国家标准来了!事关手机、家用电器等产品
证券时报·2025-08-22 11:30

Core Viewpoint - The introduction of the mandatory national standard for harmful substances in electrical and electronic products aims to enhance consumer safety and environmental protection, addressing the growing concerns over the use of hazardous materials in everyday devices [1][5]. Group 1: Standard Overview - The newly released standard, titled "Requirements for the Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products," is the first mandatory national standard in this field in China [1]. - The standard is expected to improve the RoHS control system in China, ensuring that manufacturers produce compliant products and consumers can make informed purchasing decisions [5][7]. Group 2: Key Requirements - The standard specifies limits for four heavy metals (lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium) and six types of persistent organic pollutants, establishing mandatory thresholds for their presence in electronic products [7]. - It mandates labeling requirements to ensure traceability and verification of hazardous substance management, allowing consumers to access information about harmful substances in products through digital means [7]. - Testing methods for ten hazardous substances are aligned with international standards, facilitating trade and enhancing the international competitiveness of China's electronic products [7][8]. Group 3: Implementation Timeline - The standard will officially take effect on August 1, 2027, with a two-year transition period and an additional one-year period for the disposal of existing inventory [8][11]. - During the transition, companies are advised to optimize supply chain management, redesign products to eliminate harmful materials, and enhance their testing and management capabilities [11].