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China Seeks Feedback on 48 Proposed Standards Covering Carbon Footprints, MEMS, and More
China has launched a public consultation on 48 proposed national standards across diverse sectors, with comments open until May 30.
China Launches 76 Smart Manufacturing Standard Pilot Projects
China has announced the second batch of national pilot projects to apply smart manufacturing standards, with 76 projects selected across sectors.
New Rule in China Ensures Draft Standards Don’t Limit Market Competition
China has made it mandatory to include a fair competition review during the drafting of all national standards.
CQC and Local Beijing Government Join Forces to Develop New Eco Certification
The China Quality Certification Centre (CQC) has signed an agreement with local authorities in Beijing to create a new ecological product certification system.
Sieyuan Qingneng and Sineng Electric Receive Guardian Certification at Beijing Energy Summit
At the 13th International Energy Storage Conference and Exhibition in Beijing (ESIE 2025),
China Calls for 2025 Pilot Projects Covering Smart Tech, Sustainability, and Public Services
The Standardization Administration of China (SAC) is accepting proposals for 2025 national standardization pilot projects.
Household Appliance Makers in China Face Stricter Standards After Update
China has updated key national standards for household appliances and power supplies, introducing tougher safety, electromagnetic compatibility, and energy efficiency requirements.
China Quality Certification Center Leads Release of Zero-Carbon Park Evaluation Standard
The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) has led the creation of a new national group standard to guide the development of low-carbon industrial parks.
China Updates National Rules for Labeling Prepackaged Food
China has issued a revised version of its national standard GB 7718–2025 for labeling prepackaged food, which will take effect on March 16, 2027, following a two-year transition period.
China Launches Accreditation Projects for Artificial Intelligence and Privacy Information Management Systems
The China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) recently held kickoff meetings for two major projects to establish accreditation systems for artificial intelligence (AI) management and privacy information management.
BAIC Research Institute Receives China’s First Req.MMi Evaluation Certificate
The China Quality Certification Center (CQC) has awarded the nation's first Requirements Maturity Model Integration (Req.MMi) evaluation certificate to Beijing Automotive Research Institute Co., Ltd. (BAIC Research Institute), confirming it has achieved Level 2 maturity (managed level).
CNAS Case of Best Practice Featured for 2025 World Accreditation Day
A case of best practice submitted by the China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) has been featured on the official platforms of the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC).Global News
Global Experts Gather in Australia to Advance Revision of ISO 20387 Biobanking Standard
ISO/TC 276 Biotechnology technical committee held its annual plenary in Cairns, Australia, bringing together experts from 41 countries to focus on revising ISO 20387, the international standard for biobanking.
IAF PL 3 Issue 5 Refines Process for Adding New Areas to Global Accreditation System
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has published Issue 5 of IAF PL 3, its policy on the structure of the Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) and how new areas can be added.
How IEEE’s Cybersecurity Certification Supports Connected Medical Devices
The IEEE Standards Association is advancing efforts to safeguard connected medical devices through its IEEE Medical Device Cybersecurity Certification Program.
ISO 42005 Sets Global Framework for AI System Impact Assessment
ISO and IEC have released ISO/IEC 42005:2025, a new international standard that helps organizations assess how AI systems affect individuals and society.
New Decision Tree Explains Food Safety Risk Levels in FSSC Version 2.0
Foundation FSSC has published a new decision tree to help food businesses determine whether a control measure should be classified as a Critical Control Point (CCP) or an Operational Prerequisite Program (oPRP).
IAFP Honors Sobeys With 2025 Black Pearl Award for Food Safety Excellence
Sobeys Inc. has been named the 2025 recipient of the Black Pearl Award by the International Association for Food Protection (IAFP),
IAF Outlook May 2025 Spotlights UNIDO Partnership and Regional Developments in Africa
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has published the May 2025 edition of its newsletter IAF Outlook, spotlighting major partnerships, technological advances, and accreditation efforts across regions.
Tech Giants Back New Standard to Clarify End-of-Life Security Timelines
A group of leading tech firms has proposed a new standard, called OpenEoX, to streamline how companies disclose product end-of-life and end-of-support dates.
ISO Launches Pilot Licensing Model With New Duties for Certification Bodies
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has launched a pilot of its Differentiated Licensing Model (DML), introducing major changes to how standards are accessed, priced, and controlled.
Sixteenth Meeting of WG 29 Advances ISO 9001 Revision
ISO/TC 176/SC 2/WG 29, the working group responsible for revising ISO 9001, met online for its sixteenth session on May 14, 2025.
IATF Celebrates 100,000 Certified Sites as Global Automotive Sector Raises the Bar
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has surpassed 100,000 certified sites worldwide under the IATF 16949 standard, marking a significant milestone in automotive quality management.
