China Introduces New Standards for Liquid Hydrogen Infrastructure
Key Ideas
  • The Standardization Administration of China (SAC) has approved two new standards focusing on liquid hydrogen systems to enhance safety and performance.
  • The standards, GB/T 45027-2024 and GB/T 45161-2024, set specifications for liquid hydrogen valves and safety valves for containers with implementation dates in 2025.
  • China's commitment to robust regulation in the hydrogen industry aims to ensure safety, efficiency, and global competitiveness in liquid hydrogen technology.
  • Components of liquid hydrogen systems, like valves, require CCC certification for approval for import and sale in China.
The Standardization Administration of China (SAC) has recently approved and released two significant new standards that focus on liquid hydrogen systems. These standards, GB/T 45027-2024 and GB/T 45161-2024, set specific requirements for liquid hydrogen valves and safety valves for containers, with implementation dates in April and July 2025, respectively. The aim of these standards is to enhance safety and performance in the development and utilization of liquid hydrogen infrastructure. China's dedication to fostering a strong regulatory framework for the hydrogen industry is evident through these advancements. By introducing precise and enforceable standards, the SAC is striving to ensure safety, efficiency, and global competitiveness in the field of liquid hydrogen technology. It is highlighted that many components of liquid hydrogen systems, including valves, must undergo CCC certification to gain approval for import and sale in China. This move by China signifies a positive step towards standardization and regulation in the hydrogen sector, reflecting the country's commitment to technological advancement and safety standards. These newly released standards are poised to have a significant impact on the industry by bolstering safety measures and setting a benchmark for performance in liquid hydrogen systems.
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