On July 19, 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) and the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) jointly introduced the Rules for Energy Consumption Labeling for Light-Duty Vehicles (hereinafter referred to as "the Rules"). These updated rules aim to standardize energy consumption information provided to consumers and enhance transparency, aligning with China’s broader strategy to promote environmental sustainability and improve energy efficiency in the automotive sector.
A national mandatory standard GB 22757-2017 Energy Consumption Label for Light-Duty Vehicles was issued by MIIT in 2017, which first established labeling requirements for new energy vehicles. As expectations for safer and greener light-duty vehicles have grown, this standard was updated with the release of GB 22757-2023. The newly issued Rules complement this standard by detailing the obligations of manufacturers and importers regarding energy consumption labeling.
Key mandatory obligations outlined in the Rules are summarized as below:
Label Affixation: Vehicle manufacturers and importers must affix energy consumption labels on light-duty vehicles at the point of sale.
Compliance: Labels must conform to GB 22757-2023 Energy Consumption Label for Light-Duty Vehicles—Parts 1 and 2.
Label Content Requirements:
Enterprise logo must match the registered trademark or name.
Energy consumption Information must display industry averages or test results.
Registration number shall be obtained from the "China Automotive Energy Consumption Registration" system.
Effective date starts from the date of registration in the system.
Submission: Vehicle manufacturers and importers are required to submit data within 15 working days after product announcement or certification.
Updates: Reporting changes or discontinuation of models is mandatory.
Implementation: The rules took effect immediately upon release. Manufacturers and importers must update record data and replace energy consumption labels as required by these rules before September 1, 2024.
For light-duty commercial vehicles, on the other hand, energy consumption labels must adhere to the scheme outlined in the appendix until the new version of GB 20997 *Limits of Fuel Consumption for Light-Duty Commercial Vehicles* is released. This standard is currently under revision and is expected to be issued soon. To adapt to these changes effectively, stakeholders should carefully review the new rules and assess how their current labeling practices align with them. Foreign stakeholders are encouraged to consult relevant Chinese authorities for guidance and assistance with compliance. Additionally, monitoring the revision of GB 20997 is crucial, as any significant updates could impact market access.
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