In a significant move to enhance the safety and quality of furniture products, the State Administration for Market Regulation of China has released three updated mandatory national standards: GB 18584-2024, GB 28007-2024, and GB 28008-2024. These standards aim to regulate hazardous substances in furniture, ensure the safety of infant and children’s furniture, and improve the structural safety of various furniture types.
GB 18584-2024: Limit of Hazardous Substances in Furniture
The GB 18584-2024 standard, effective from July 1, 2025, consolidates previous standards for wood-based and plastic furniture. It introduces stricter limits on hazardous substances, including volatile organic compounds (VOCs), heavy metals, and formaldehyde emissions. This update is expected to significantly reduce the health risks associated with furniture use1.
GB 28007-2024: Safety Specifications for Infant and Children’s Furniture
The GB 28007-2024 standard focuses on the safety of furniture designed for children aged 0 to 14 years. It sets stringent requirements for materials, structural integrity, flammability, electrical safety, and limits on harmful substances. This standard aims to provide a safer environment for children by addressing potential hazards in products like high chairs, bunk beds, and cribs2.
GB 28008-2024: Structural Safety Technical Specifications
The GB 28008-2024 standard outlines the structural safety requirements for various types of furniture, including double-decker beds, folding beds, and laboratory furniture. It includes guidelines for stability, durability, and the elimination of sharp edges and corners. This standard is designed to prevent accidents and injuries caused by furniture failures2.
Impact on the Industry
These updated standards are expected to drive significant improvements in the quality and safety of furniture products in China. Manufacturers will need to comply with the new regulations, which may involve changes in materials, production processes, and quality control measures. The implementation of these standards underscores China’s commitment to consumer safety and environmental protection. Great Safe as your testing partner our equipment based on the new standard requirements to update, please feel free to contact our lab consultant for enquiries catch up the new standard with our test machines.
Conclusion
The release of GB 18584-2024, GB 28007-2024, and GB 28008-2024 marks a major step forward in regulating the furniture industry in China. These standards not only enhance product safety but also promote sustainable practices by limiting hazardous substances. As the industry adapts to these changes, consumers can look forward to safer and more environmentally friendly furniture options.
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