Group 1 - The new mandatory national standard "Requirements for the Restriction of Harmful Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products" adds four phthalate substances to the list of controlled harmful substances, focusing on consumer health protection, industry green development, and global market integration [1][2] - The four phthalate substances are commonly used as plasticizers in electrical and electronic products, enhancing flexibility and processing performance, but their excessive use poses health risks and potential environmental pollution during disposal [1] - The implementation of this standard is expected to promote the reduction and substitution of phthalate substances, facilitating the green transformation and upgrading of the industry [1] Group 2 - The standard aligns with global market requirements as major economies like Europe, the US, Japan, and South Korea have also included these phthalate substances in their regulatory frameworks, helping Chinese electrical and electronic products to better comply with international standards [2] - By unifying the types of controlled harmful substances with major export markets, the standard aims to eliminate compliance barriers for Chinese products entering global markets [2]