Q: What is the scope of application of the “Technical Requirements”? A: The “Technical Requirements” apply to electronic products with non-volatile storage media produced and sold domestically. Applicable entities include two categories: product manufacturers and service providers, including electronic product manufacturers and third-party information removal function developers; and distribution operators, mainly recycling operators that remove information on used electronic products. The “Technical Requirements” cover a wide range of products, mainly including mobile phones, tablets, laptops, desktop computers, smart wearable devices, and office equipment. What needs to be clarified is that the removal of electronic product information involving national secrets must be carried out in accordance with the relevant regulations on national secrets.

Q: What is the scope of application of the “Technical Requirements”? A: The “Technical Requirements” apply to electronic products with non-volatile storage media produced and sold domestically. Applicable entities include two categories: product manufacturers and service providers, including electronic product manufacturers and third-party information removal function developers; and distribution operators, mainly recycling operators that remove information on used electronic products. The “Technical Requirements” cover a wide range of products, mainly including mobile phones, tablets, laptops, desktop computers, smart wearable devices, and office equipment. What needs to be clarified is that the removal of electronic product information involving national secrets must be carried out in accordance with the relevant regulations on national secrets.