Between March 12, 2024, and March 19, 2024, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) called for feedback on the specific procedures for quality supervision and spot checks concerning 147 product types. The outlined requirements for this implementation are as follows: 

Sampling Procedure:

Samples are to be chosen at random from the inventory of products awaiting sale by the selected producers and vendors. Commonly utilized methods for generating random numbers, such as random number tables, may be employed. Each batch of products is to undergo inspection with two samples selected for examination. 

Product quality supervision and spot checks represent integral components of market oversight as outlined in the Interim Measures for the Administration of Product Quality Supervision and Spot Checks. In instances where inspection findings reveal non-compliance, the producers and sellers subject to sampling must promptly halt the production and sale of the affected products. Moreover, those found culpable of serious quality deficiencies in their sampled products will face disciplinary actions administered by the county-level market supervision and administration authorities in accordance with pertinent laws and regulations. In the absence of specific provisions within the legal framework, fines of up to 30,000 CNY (approximately 4,100 USD) may be imposed. Should the violations warrant criminal investigation as per legal stipulations, the matter will be referred to the public security authorities for further action. 

This directive underscores the inclusion of voluntary standards alongside mandatory standards in market surveillance efforts, thereby exposing products to potential risks. It is advisable for international enterprises to diligently monitor national and industry-specific standards pertinent to their products to mitigate compliance risks effectively. 

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