163 Standards Confirmed! General Technical Requirements for Lithium-ion Battery Production Equipment to Remain Effective

China's National Standardization Administration Committee (SAC) has completed a review of 163 national standards, covering key areas such as lithium-ion battery production equipment. The review conclusions have been made public. According to the notice issued on October 27, 2025, all reviewed standards remain effective. The SAC is accepting public comments on the results via its official website until November 26, 2025.

One of the confirmed standards to remain effective is GB/T 38331-2019 General Technical Requirements for Lithium-ion Battery Production Equipment, jointly issued by the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and the SAC on December 10, 2019, and officially implemented as of July 1, 2020.

This standard outlines comprehensive technical and performance requirements for lithium-ion battery production equipment, including terminology and definitions, operating conditions, safety specifications, equipment interconnection and interoperability standards, reliability benchmarks, energy consumption, and environmental protection requirements. It applies to the design and manufacturing, testing, acceptance, use, and maintenance of lithium-ion battery production equipment.

Serving as a foundational framework, GB/T 38331-2019 provides technical guidance for the development of specialized equipment standards and product-specific benchmarks. Manufacturers can use it as a reference to establish their own detailed product standards, covering key aspects such as equipment models, technical parameters, testing methods, installation, and quality assurance.

The continued implementation of this standard will provide a stable technical foundation for China's lithium-ion battery industry, helping to enhance product quality, production safety, and manufacturing efficiency while supporting the steady development of the lithium-ion battery industry.

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