GB21551.6-2010
Antibacterial and cleaning function for household and similar electrical appliances - Particular requirements of air conditioner
家用和类似用途电器的抗菌、除菌、净化功能 空调器的特殊要求
GB 21551.6-2010 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Antibacterial and cleaning function for household and similar electrical appliances - Particular requirements of air conditioner. It appears in the Electronics compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Sep 15, 2011.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard applies to household and similar electrical air conditioners equipped with antibacterial, sterilization, and indoor air purification functions. It is specifically designed for room air conditioners that incorporate these specialized features. It does not apply to standard air conditioners without these specific health-related functions. The standard is used in conjunction with GB 21551.1-2008 for general requirements.
Technical requirements
The standard specifies the hygiene safety requirements for antibacterial air conditioners, ensuring that the appliances do not emit harmful substances exceeding defined limits. This includes strict controls on the emission of ozone, ultraviolet (UV) radiation, TVOC, and PM10 particles from the air outlet. Additionally, any antibacterial materials used in the indoor unit components must comply with the relevant sections of GB 21551.2-2010. Regarding functional performance, the standard mandates that the antibacterial (sterilization) rate must meet a minimum threshold after one hour of operation under simulated field test conditions. Manufacturers must ensure their products achieve this baseline efficacy to claim antibacterial properties. For air purification performance, the appliance must demonstrate a minimum cleaning efficiency for at least one type of pollutant. The standard sets specific efficiency targets for the removal of PM10 particulate matter and chemical pollutants such as formaldehyde, ammonia, and benzene. The purification materials must also be designed to be replaceable or regeneratable.
Testing methods
Testing for hygiene safety involves measuring the concentration of harmful substances like ozone and TVOC at the air outlet, using methods such as the UV photometry and thermal desorption/capillary gas chromatography as specified in GB/T 18883-2002. UV leakage intensity is tested according to the Disinfection Technical Specification. Functional testing for the antibacterial rate utilizes methods from GB 21551.3-2010, while purification efficiency for particles and gases is measured using the light scattering method and gas chromatography.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 21551.6-2010?
This standard regulates household and similar room air conditioners that specifically claim to have antibacterial, sterilization, or air purification functions.
Are the requirements in GB 21551.6-2010 mandatory?
Yes, all technical content in this standard is mandatory for manufacturers producing air conditioners with these specific health functions for the Chinese market.
What are the key performance indicators required by this standard?
The standard requires a minimum antibacterial rate after 1 hour of operation and a minimum cleaning efficiency for pollutants like PM10, formaldehyde, ammonia, or benzene.
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Applicability hints
- Type
- Health and hygiene
- CCS
- Y61
- ICS
- 91.140.30
- Competent department
- Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
- Technical committee
- Ministry of Industry and Information Technology