On August 1, 2025, China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) officially released GB 26572-2025, Requirements for Restricted Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products. This is the country’s latest mandatory national standard for China RoHS control and will take effect on August 1, 2027. Its introduction marks a major step in tightening limits on hazardous substances in electrical and electronic products.
Why GB 26572-2025 Matters
Previously, China’s RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliance was guided by recommended standards, such as GB/T 26572-2011 and SJ/T 11364-2024. GB 26572-2025 consolidates and elevates these into a mandatory national standard, aligning more closely with the EU RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU), elevating restrictions and labeling requirements. This move reflects China's commitment to green transformation, sustainable development, and global harmonization of hazardous substance controls.
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.
Key Highlights:
Table 1. Classification of electrical and electronic products and requirements for the restricted use of hazardous substances
| Category of Electrical & Electronic Products | Classification of Electrical & Electronic Products | Compliance Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Category I | Products included in the Catalogue for Compliance Management of Restricted Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products | Must comply with Hazardous substance limits (10 substances), and Mandatory labeling (including digital formats) |
| Category II | Products not included in the Catalogue for Compliance Management of Restricted Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products | Encouraged to comply with substance limits, and must comply with labeling requirements |
Implications for Businesses
Companies in the electrical and electronics sector must:
- Audit existing products for hazardous substances
- Update labeling systems to meet new digital requirements
- Invest in eco-friendly materials and redesign processes to ensure compliance
- Prepare for testing under the GB/T 39560 series
Non-compliance could result in market exclusion, making early preparation essential for maintaining competitiveness.
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