Pursuant to the Export Control Law of the People’s Republic of China, the Regulations of the People’s Republic of China on the Export Control of Dual-Use Items, Joint Order No. 29 of 2005 by the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) and the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC) (Administrative Measures on Import and Export Licenses for Dual-Use Items and Technologies), as well as the Dual-Use Export Control List of the People’s Republic of China and the 2026 Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People’s Republic of China, MOFCOM and GACC have revised the Catalogue of Dual-Use Items and Technologies Subject to Import and Export License Administration (2026). This Announcement shall enter into force on 1 January 2026. The Catalogue comprises two parts: the Import Licensing Administration List for Dual-Use Items and Technologies and the Export Licensing Administration List for Dual-Use Items and Technologies.
The items and technologies listed in this Catalogue shall mean those subject to control under the Export Control Law of the People’s Republic of China, the Cryptography Law of the People’s Republic of China, and other relevant laws, administrative regulations, and rules. In case of any inconsistency between the items and technologies listed herein, including their product names and descriptions, and the provisions of the relevant laws, administrative regulations, rules, the Dual-Use Export Control List of the People’s Republic of China, or relevant announcements, the provisions of the latter shall prevail. For the import or export of any item or technology under this Catalogue, a dual-use import or export license shall be applied for in accordance with the law, irrespective of whether the corresponding customs commodity code is explicitly listed in this Catalogue.

China-Catalogue of Dual-Use Items and Technologies Subject to Import/Export License Administration (2026)

China｜Catalogue of Dual-Use Items and Technologies Subject to Import/Export License Administration (2026)｜Product Compliance

The China Catalogue for the Administration of the Import and Export of Pesticides is jointly formulated by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA) and the General Administration of Customs (GACC) in accordance with the Pesticide Management Regulations. The currently effective Catalogue specifies pesticide varieties subject to import/export release notifications. Enterprises must apply to MARA for permits and complete customs procedures for pesticide import/export activities.

China-Catalogue for the Administration of the Import and Export of Pesticides

China｜Catalogue for the Administration of the Import and Export of Pesticides｜Product Compliance

The China VOC Content Restriction List is a comprehensive technical specification that consolidates volatile organic compound (VOC) limits from multiple national standards. It covers ten categories of products-wood coatings, architectural wall coatings, adhesives, vehicle coatings, toy coatings, industrial protective coatings, floor coatings, marine coatings, printing inks, and cleaning agents-with the aim of controlling VOC emissions at the source and reducing both air pollution and health risks.

China-Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) Content Restriction List

China｜Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) Content Restriction List｜Product Compliance

The China National Directory of Hazardous Wastes (2025 Version) is jointly issued by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE) and four other ministries/commissions based on the Law on the Prevention and Control of Environmental Pollution by Solid Waste. The Directory defines categories of hazardous waste and corresponding management requirements. Enterprises must classify wastes, report, and arrange compliant disposal according to this Directory.


China-National Directory of Hazardous Wastes (2025 Version)

China｜National Directory of Hazardous Wastes (2025 Version)｜Product Compliance

The China List of Hazardous Wastes under Exemption Administration (2025 Version), formulated by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE), serves as a supplementary document to the National Directory of Hazardous Wastes. The List specifies conditions under which certain hazardous wastes may be exempted from specific management requirements. Enterprises must ensure exemption conditions are met and environmental risks are controlled.


China-List of Hazardous Wastes under Exemption Administration (2025 Version)

China｜List of Hazardous Wastes under Exemption Administration (2025 Version)｜Product Compliance

The List of Solvents Not to Be Intentionally Added in Inks (GB 38507-2020) specifies organic solvents prohibited from intentional addition during ink production, aiming to control the introduction of highly toxic, highly volatile, or environmentally hazardous chemicals into the printing process. The list covers 17 solvents across categories such as benzene, toluene, xylene, ethylbenzene, halogenated hydrocarbons, ketones, and esters, each with corresponding CAS numbers for easy identification and verification by enterprises and regulators.

China-List of Solvents Not to Be Intentionally Added in Inks (GB 38507-2020)

China｜List of Solvents Not to Be Intentionally Added in Inks (GB 38507-2020)｜Product Compliance

Inventory of Goods Subject to Import License Administration (2026) was formulated by the Ministry of Commerce and the General Administration of Customs in accordance with laws, administrative regulations, and rules such as the Foreign Trade Law of the People's Republic of China, the Regulations on the Administration of the Import and Export of Goods of the People's Republic of China, the Regulations on the Administration of Ozone-Depleting Substances, the Measures for the Administration of Import Licenses for Goods, and the Measures for the Administration of the Import and Export of Ozone-Depleting Substances. It was released on December 30, 2025, and will take effect from January 1, 2026. The Inventory lists a total of 14 types of goods subject to import license administration in 2026, primarily including ozone-depleting substances, key used mechanical and electrical products, etc., covering key areas such as environmental protection and industrial security. Import enterprises are required to apply for the Import License of the People's Republic of China from the Ministry of Commerce or local commerce authorities entrusted by the Ministry of Commerce, based on the Inventory requirements, and use the import license to complete customs clearance procedures with the customs authorities.

China-Inventory of Goods Subject to Import License Administration (2026)

China｜Inventory of Goods Subject to Import License Administration (2026)｜Product Compliance

Inventory of Goods Subject to Export License Administration (2026) was formulated by the Ministry of Commerce and the General Administration of Customs in accordance with laws, administrative regulations, and rules such as the Foreign Trade Law of the People's Republic of China, the Regulations on the Administration of the Import and Export of Goods of the People's Republic of China, the Regulations on the Administration of Ozone-Depleting Substances, the Measures for the Administration of Export Licenses for Goods, and the Measures for the Administration of the Import and Export of Ozone-Depleting Substances. It was released on December 30, 2025, and will take effect from January 1, 2026. The Inventory lists a total of 43 types of goods subject to export license administration in 2026. Enterprises exporting goods listed in the Inventory must apply for the Export License of the People's Republic of China from the Ministry of Commerce or local commerce authorities entrusted by the Ministry of Commerce, and use the export license to complete customs clearance procedures with the customs authorities.

China-Inventory of Goods Subject to Export License Administration (2026)

China｜Inventory of Goods Subject to Export License Administration (2026)｜Product Compliance

The EU EUDR Covered Products List is a core annex to the EU Regulation on Deforestation-free Products (EUDR), covering commodities such as soy, beef, palm oil, cocoa, coffee, and timber. Enterprises supplying listed commodities to the EU market must conduct comprehensive supply chain due diligence and submit a declaration of conformity.


EU-EUDR Covered Products List

EU｜EUDR Covered Products List｜Product Compliance

The EU CBAM Covered Products List encompasses products such as iron, steel, cement, aluminium, fertilisers, hydrogen, and electricity, forming the core scope of the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Exporting producers must report embedded emissions data, while EU importers are required to purchase CBAM certificates to account for the carbon price differential.


EU-CBAM Covered Products List

EU｜CBAM Covered Products List｜Product Compliance

The India List of Products under BIS Compulsory Certification Scheme, issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), covers products such as electronics and automotive components. Products included in this List must undergo BIS certification and bear the ISI mark before they can be sold in the Indian market.


India-List of Products under BIS Compulsory Certification Scheme

India｜List of Products under BIS Compulsory Certification Scheme｜Product Compliance

The ZDHC Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL), developed by the Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals Foundation, restricts the intentional use of hazardous chemical substances during manufacturing processes in sectors like textiles, leather, and footwear. Enterprises must implement chemical management to achieve sustainable supply chains.


ZDHC-Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL)

ZDHC｜Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL)｜Product Compliance

The Global Automotive Declarable Substance List (GADSL) is a voluntary material information standard for the automotive industry, covering chemical substances subject to declaration. Automotive component suppliers must respond to customer requests by providing information on the presence and concentration of GADSL substances in their products.


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