On August 1, 2025, the State Administration for Market Regulation (Standardization Administration of the People's Republic of China) officially approved and released the mandatory national standard GB 26572-2025 Requirements for Restricted Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products, which will come into effect on August 1, 2027. This standard is the first mandatory national standard in the field of China RoHS control, and its implementation will further deepen the restrictions on hazardous substances in electrical and electronic products.
This standard replaces GB/T 26572-2011 Requirements of Concentration Limits for Certain Restricted Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products and its first amendment, and integrates and refines the technical content of GB/T 26572-2011 and SJ/T 11364-2024, two recommended standards. According to the previously released draft for approval, the new standard specifies the concentration limits and labeling requirements for hazardous substances in electrical and electronic products, applicable to those produced, sold, and imported within China. The main technical adjustments may include:
- Added hazardous substance categories: The types of restricted hazardous substances expanded from 6 to 10, including four new phthalate categories.
- Refined classification management: Enhanced classification of electrical and electronic products and restrictions on hazardous substances.
- Upgraded labeling methods: Introduction of digital labeling forms such as QR codes.
- Transition period provisions: Products produced or imported before the implementation date of this document must comply with the requirements starting from the 13th month after the implementation date.
- Deleted redundant content: Deleted content from the original standard related to the disassembly of electronic and electrical products and typical disassembly examples.
As China’s first mandatory RoHS standard, GB 26572-2025 fully aligns with EU RoHS regulations, elevating restrictions and labeling requirements. Post-implementation, enterprises must accelerate R&D in eco-friendly materials and process upgrades to enhance product competitiveness. Non-compliant players risk market elimination. Companies are advised to proactively adapt compliance strategies to seize leadership in green transition. The standard text will be published on the National Public Service Platform for Standards Information within 20 working days after release.
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