On November 6, 2025, China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE) published a draft announcement titled “Requirements for Restricting Mercury-Added Products Including Mercury Batteries and Polyurethane Production Processes Using Mercury Catalysts” and opened it for public comment. The comment period lasts until November 17, 2025.
China MEE Releases Draft Announcement on Restrictions for 12 Mercury-Added Products and Polyurethane Production