Detailed Explanation of Chinas Market Access Standards and Regulations for Imported Wooden Furniture

With the improvement of living standards, an increasing number of consumers prefer to purchase imported furniture, especially imported wooden furniture, which has gained widespread popularity due to its unique style and quality. However, when entering the Chinese market, imported wooden furniture must comply with a series of standards and regulations to ensure product safety and environmental friendliness. This article will explore the testing items required for imported wooden furniture, as well as the relevant standards and regulatory requirements.

GB 18584-2001 Indoor decorating and refurbishing materials - Limit of harmful substances in wooden furniture
This standard specifies the limit requirements for hazardous substances in wooden furniture to safeguard consumer health.

GB 18580-2017 Indoor decorating and refurbishing materials - Wood-based panels and finishing products - Limit of formaldehyde emission,
This standard primarily restricts formaldehyde emission levels. Formaldehyde is a known indoor air pollutant, and long-term exposure may adversely affect human health.

GB 28007-2011 General Technical Requirements for Childrens Furniture,
For special requirements concerning childrens furniture, this standard includes regulations on structural safety and hazardous substance content.

(I) Wooden Furniture

Formaldehyde Emission: Testing whether the formaldehyde emission from furniture complies with national standards.
Heavy Metal Content: Testing whether the furniture contains excessive heavy metals, such as lead and mercury.

(II) Childrens Furniture

Structural Safety: Ensuring the furnitures structural design is safe for childrens use.
Hazardous Substance Content: Testing whether the hazardous substance content in childrens furniture meets safety standards.
Flame Retardancy: Testing whether the furniture materials have certain flame-retardant properties.
Warning Labels: Checking whether the furniture has clear warning labels to guide proper use.

(I) Sampling Requirements for Wooden Furniture

Sample quantity: 2 pieces
For furniture samples without paint surfaces, when providing main raw and auxiliary materials, the sample quantity should be 2 pieces, with each piece having a surface area of no less than 1 square meter. If a single piece with a surface area of 1 square meter cannot be provided, multiple pieces may be provided, with the total surface area no less than 2 square meters.
For furniture samples with different colored paint surfaces, when providing main raw and auxiliary materials, 2 pieces of each color should be provided, with each piece having a surface area of no less than 1 square meter.

(II) Childrens Furniture

Sample quantity: 2 pieces
For non-childrens wooden furniture subject to GB 18584 standard, import enterprises may apply to customs to send samples of main raw/auxiliary materials consistent with the product for testing. After verification, customs will send the main raw/auxiliary materials to laboratories for testing according to GB 18580 and GB 18584 standards.

These inspection standards and sampling requirements ensure the quality and safety of imported wooden furniture while also protecting consumer rights. For importers, understanding these requirements is crucial for smooth customs clearance.