The regulatory framework governing the repairability index for consumer products in Belgium recently into force. Manufacturers and importers of targeted consumer products have to ensure that the repairability index is calculated and displayed next to their products. The provisions regarding enforcement and sanctions will, in general, take effect on 2 November 2025, although later dates apply for specific types of economic operators.

The Bureau of Industry and Security is accepting input by 6 August on two new Section 232 investigations to determine the effects on national security of imports of (i) unmanned aircraft systems and their parts and components, and (ii) polysilicon and its derivatives. These investigations could result in the imposition of additional tariffs on imports of these products.

Including statistics of Household Electrical Appliances Sales of China in the past 6 years.

Including statistics of Computer and Peripherals Sales of China in the past 6 years.

The European Commission (Commission) has unveiled its so-called Omnibus IV – a package of legislative proposals aimed at reducing reporting obligations, postponing certain due diligence requirements and simplifying other regulatory frameworks. According to the Commission, the proposals are intended to facilitate business operations, foster innovation and support growth, while preserving a high standard of consumer and environmental protection. For Hong Kong companies engaging with EU customers, the proposed reforms are expected to ease market access and reduce compliance burdens.

On 26 June, the Civil Aviation Administration of China issued a notice stating that, starting from 28 June, passengers on domestic flights are prohibited from bringing on board power banks that lack valid China Compulsory Certification (CCC) labels, have unclear CCC markings, or are subject to product recalls. This decision stems from recent recalls of multiple batches by power bank manufacturers that have sparked aviation safety concerns.

The CPSC is accepting comments through 22 August on a proposed rule that would require electrical systems using lithium-ion batteries in micromobility products to comply with applicable voluntary standards, with some modifications to performance and labelling requirements. Micromobility products include e-bikes, e-scooters, self-balancing scooters, e-skateboards, e-unicycles and hybrids thereof.

Hong Kong-based Rambler Marketing (RM) sells 3C products such as computers, communications, and consumer electronics and accessories. In an interview with HKTDC Research, RM’s Director, Eddie Tsoi described how the company has made inroads into the ASEAN e-commerce retail market and discussed the pros and cons of selling through third-party marketplace.

On 12 June 2025, the European Commission published a draft implementing Regulation creating a common disclosure format for the discarding and destruction of unsold consumer products. The disclosure obligation focuses on the discarding of unsold consumer products for the purposes of any type of waste treatment operation including for reuse and recycling. Feedback on the draft implementing Regulation is invited until 10 July 2025.

The European Commission (“Commission”) has set up a new surveillance tool to prevent what is referred to as harmful trade diversion. The tool monitors customs data to track goods that have been subject to a “potentially harmful increase” in imports since January 2025. By identifying such import trends at an early stage, the Commission hopes to more efficiently protect EU industries from these allegedly injurious imports.