China water efficiency label updated on Nozzle implementation rules have been published by the National Development and Reform Commission on November 24, 2023, effective from January 1, 2025, under the framework of the Water Efficiency Label Management Approach (2017).
These rules are designed to promote water conservation technology, ensure accurate water efficiency labeling, and standardize compliance for manufacturers and importers.
Overview of the Water Efficiency Labeling Management Approach (2017)
The Water Efficiency Labeling Management Approach (2017) provides a regulatory framework to improve water efficiency, encourage innovation, and promote water-saving products in China. It applies to products listed in the “Water Efficiency Product Catalog” and mandates manufacturers and importers to self-declare and file water efficiency information.
Filing includes submitting testing reports, ensuring compliance with mandatory standards, and displaying clear, standardized labels on product packaging and marketing materials. The approach emphasizes transparency, enabling regulators to enforce compliance and penalties while fostering consumer confidence in labeled products.
Key Focus: Testing and Certification
The implementation rules allow manufacturers and importers to use either internal laboratories or accredited third-party testing organizations for water efficiency testing. Testing must comply with the national standard GB 25501-2019, focusing on parameters like flow rate and uniformity.
Internal laboratories must meet national accreditation standards, maintain proper calibration, and ensure accurate reporting. Similarly, third-party agencies must adhere to mandatory procedures, ensuring reliability. Standardized reporting formats enable regulatory oversight, highlighting the importance of accurate testing and documentation for compliance.
Water Efficiency Label updates on Nozzle Implementation Rules
The upcoming rules apply to nozzles installed at the end of cold and hot water supply lines, such as those used for facial wash, kitchen, women’s wash, and general washing applications. Key technical criteria include:
• Nominal pressure: ≤ 1.0 MPa.
• Temperature range: 4°C to 90°C.
Mandatory Labeling Requirements
Under the new implementation rules, manufacturers and importers must ensure that nozzles are labeled with a standardized water efficiency label featuring:
• Green and white design with dimensions of 66mm x 45mm.
• Basic information including: o Chinese and English label names (“中国水效标识” / “CHINAWATEREFFICIENCY”).
o Product specifications, water efficiency level, and flow rate.
o The mandatory national standard: GB 25501-2019.
o Water efficiency information code linked to the filing system.
Labels must be prominently displayed on product packaging, instructions, and online listings. For digital platforms, the label must appear on the main product information page.
1) Applicability:
• Covers nozzles for facial wash, kitchen, women’s wash, and general washing.
• Applies to nozzles installed at the end of cold and hot water supply lines with:
o Nominal pressure ≤ 1.0 MPa.
o Medium temperature range: 4°C to 90°C.
2) Labeling Requirements:
• Mandatory display of a green and white label (66mm x 45mm) including:
o Product name and specifications.
o Water efficiency level and flow rate.
o Applicable standard: GB 25501-2019.
o Producer or importer details.
• Labels must be prominent on product packaging, manuals, and online listings.
3) Testing and Certification:
- Testing must comply with GB 25501-2019 standards.
- Producers and importers can:
- Use internal laboratories (meeting national accreditation criteria).
- Engage accredited third-party testing agencies.
4) Filing and Record-Keeping:
- Producers/importers must register water efficiency information via the China Water Efficiency Labeling Network before market entry.
- Filing requires detailed documentation, including:
- Inspection reports.
- Proof of testing laboratory capabilities.
- Accurate translations for foreign-language materials.
- Changes in labeling must be refiled.
5) Supervision and Penalties:
- Authorities will conduct inspections and audits to ensure compliance.
- Violations, such as forgery or inaccurate labeling, can result in fines of RMB 10,000–30,000 and revocation of filing.
Current Effective Water Efficiency Label Implementation of the Product Catalog
| Batch | No. | Based on the Standard | Water Efficiency Labeling Implementation Rules | Implementation Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batch 1 | 1 | Water closets | Water closets water efficiency label implementation rules | 2018.8.1 |
| Batch 2 | 2 | Water closets | Water closets water efficiency label implementation rules (Revised) | 2021.1.1 |
| 3 | Smart water closets | Smart water closets water efficiency label implementation rules | 2021.1.1 | |
| 4 | Dishwashers | Dishwashers water efficiency label implementation rules | 2021.4.1 | |
| Batch 3 | 5 | Shower | Shower water efficiency label implementation rules | 2022.7.1 |
| 6 | Water purifier | Water purifier water efficiency label implementation rules | 2022.7.7 | |
| Batch 4 | 7 | Nozzle | Nozzle water efficiency label implementation rules | 2025.1.1 |
What Does This Mean for Your Business?
If your company manufactures or imports nozzles or other water products into China, now is the time to ensure compliance with the new rules. Take the following steps:
- Review your product specifications against GB 25501-2019.
- Update your testing and certification processes to align with national standards.
- File water efficiency labels through the official labeling network and verify all required documentation.
By adhering to these updates, you can not only meet regulatory requirements but also demonstrate your commitment to sustainability and product transparency. For further guidance on compliance with water efficiency labeling rules in China, feel free to reach out. Staying informed and proactive ensures your products remain competitive and compliant in the evolving regulatory landscape.
Further Information
Read the original announcement on China Water Efficiency Label updates on Nozzle.
Read our previous article on China Water Efficiency Label update in force on July 1, 2022.
