China Releases 2025 National Standards Relevant to Chemical Management and Hazardous Substance Control

On August 28, 2025, China’s national standardization authorities officially published the 18th batch of national standards for 2025. Among them are several standards directly relevant to chemical management, fire suppression chemicals, and hazardous substance restrictions. The full texts of these standards are now accessible through the national standards system.

Fire Suppression Chemicals

Key standards introduced for fire protection and suppression include:

• Foam Extinguishing Agents (GB 15308-2025)
• Dry Powder Fire Suppression Systems and Components (GB 16668-2025)
• Hexafluoropropane Fire Extinguishing Agent (GB 45944-2025)
• Remote-Controlled Fire Monitor Systems – General Technical Conditions (GB 19157-2025)

These standards define chemical composition, performance requirements, and safe use, providing guidance for the production and application of fire suppression systems.

Grain Storage and Other Chemical Agents

• Standards for Management and Use of Grain Storage Chemical Agents (GB 46032-2025)

This standard specifies requirements for safe management, usage methods, and protective measures when applying chemicals in grain storage.

Hazardous Substance Limits in Materials and Products

Two new standards set limits on hazardous substances in products and materials:

• Limit Values for Leachable Hazardous Metals in Wall Materials (GB 46040-2025)
• Requirements for Restricted Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products (GB 26572-2025)

These standards set limits on hazardous chemicals to ensure products comply with environmental and safety regulations.

Strengthening Chemical and Environmental Safety

The release of these updates reflect China’s ongoing efforts to strengthen chemical safety, environmental protection, and hazardous substance control in both industrial and consumer sectors.