ChunMu Leads Industry Dialogue on National E-Waste Refrigerant Recovery Standards
In January 2026, ChunMu took center stage at a national standardization workshop hosted by the China Circular Economy Association (CCEA), where our CEO presented insights on the Recommended National Standard for Refrigerant Classification, Recovery & Regeneration of Waste Electrical & Electronic Products — a critical framework shaping the future of e-waste recycling. The event also featured updates on national standardization policy progress, bringing together industry leaders to align on safer, more sustainable refrigerant handling practices.
The Workshop: Uniting Industry to Define E-Waste Best Practices
The workshop focused on two core priorities: advancing the draft national standard for e-waste refrigerant recovery, and outlining policy updates that will govern compliance across the sector. For recycling facilities, this standard will set mandatory benchmarks for:
·Classifying refrigerants from scrapped appliances (e.g., old fridges and AC units)
·Implementing efficient, low-waste recovery processes
·Ensuring regenerated refrigerants meet purity and reuse standards
Our CEO’s presentation emphasized the need for technology that not only meets but exceeds these upcoming requirements — a goal ChunMu has built into its product development roadmap for years.
ChunMu’s Technology: Built for Tomorrow’s Standards
Precision Contaminant Removal: Integrated oil and impurity separation ensures recovered refrigerants meet reuse purity thresholds, reducing reliance on virgin refrigerant and lowering environmental impact.
High-Volume Efficiency: 800kg/h recovery speeds and scalable multi-unit connectivity help facilities handle growing e-waste volumes while adhering to compliance timelines.
Compliant by Design: Low-pressure startup, residual refrigerant detection, and automated workflows reduce human error and ensure alignment with safety and regulatory mandates.
By embedding these features into our technology, we’re helping customers future-proof their operations today — avoiding costly retrofits when the standard takes effect.
To learn more about refrigerant recovery machines specifically designed for dismantling used air conditioners and refrigerators, please read the article: "HVAC/R Waste Recycling Industry".
Partnering for a Sustainable E-Waste Future
The workshop underscored a shared industry commitment to circular economy principles: turning e-waste into a resource, rather than a liability. For ChunMu, this means continuing to collaborate with policymakers, recycling facilities, and technology providers to bridge the gap between regulatory requirements and on-the-ground operational needs.
As the national standard moves toward finalization, we’ll keep refining our solutions to support the sector’s transition to safer, more efficient refrigerant recovery. Whether your facility is preparing for compliance or seeking to optimize its e-waste workflows, our team is here to help.
