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

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

Key chemistry-related standards include:

• Fire Suppression Chemicals

  • 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 chemicals.

• Grain Storage and Other Chemical Agents

  • Standards for Management and Use of Grain Storage Chemical Agents (GB 46032-2025)
    Specifies safe management, usage methods, and protective measures for chemicals in grain storage.

• Hazardous Substance Limits in Materials and Products

  • 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.

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