GB29753-2023
Road transportation一Perishable foodstuffs and biological products一Safety requirement and test methods of refrigerated vehicle
道路运输 易腐食品与生物制品 冷藏车安全要求及试验方法
GB 29753-2023 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Road transportation一Perishable foodstuffs and biological products一Safety requirement and test methods of refrigerated vehicle. It appears in the Electronics compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Jan 1, 2024.
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Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard applies to refrigerated vehicles and refrigerated semi-trailers modified from finalized vehicle chassis for the road transportation of perishable foodstuffs and biological products. It covers non-mechanical, mechanical, and mechanical-and-heating refrigerated vehicles, including multi-compartment configurations. Manufacturers of cold chain logistics vehicles entering the Chinese market must comply with these requirements.
Technical requirements
The standard classifies refrigerated vehicles into three main types—non-mechanical, mechanical, and mechanical and heating—based on their temperature regulation devices. It further categorizes them into specific classes (e.g., A to L) depending on the internal temperature control range under specific environmental conditions. Key technical requirements include the mandatory installation of a travelling air temperature recorder with specific measurement accuracy, data storage capabilities, and independent operation from the vehicle's temperature control system. The vehicle body must meet strict criteria for air tightness, thermal insulation (overall heat transfer coefficient), and structural strength. Additionally, the standard specifies performance requirements for cooling, heating, and heat retention. Vehicles utilizing liquefied gas refrigeration systems must adhere to supplementary safety requirements, including oxygen monitoring and automatic shut-off valves. All vehicles must display specific identification marks and warning labels as defined in the standard.
Testing methods
The standard outlines several critical testing procedures to verify compliance: - Rainproof Performance Test: Evaluates the compartment's sealing against water ingress under specific rainfall intensity. - Air Tightness Test: Measures the air leakage ratio using a pressurization method to ensure compartment integrity. - Thermal Insulation Test: Determines the overall heat transfer coefficient (K-value) using an internal heating method within an environmental control chamber. - Cooling and Heating Performance Tests: Assess the vehicle's ability to reach and maintain required temperatures under defined environmental conditions. - Heat Retention Test: Verifies the compartment's ability to maintain temperature over a 12-hour continuous operation period. - Body Strength and Stiffness Test: Uses airbags to apply static loads to the front, side, and rear walls to ensure structural integrity. Manufacturers must ensure their vehicles pass these tests to achieve type approval.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 29753-2023?
GB 29753-2023 regulates refrigerated vehicles and refrigerated semi-trailers used for the road transportation of perishable foodstuffs and biological products.
Are there any updates from the previous version of GB 29753-2023?
Yes, compared to GB 29753-2013, the 2023 version adds definitions for non-mechanical refrigerated vehicles and mechanical and heating refrigerated vehicles, updates requirements for the travelling air temperature recorder, and introduces specific safety requirements for vehicles using liquefied gas refrigeration systems.
How does GB 29753-2023 differ from ISO standards?
While GB 29753-2023 aligns with international testing principles, it includes specific classifications and requirements tailored to the Chinese market, such as detailed categories for biological products transportation and unique identification marks (e.g., FRC, RRA) mandated for vehicle exteriors.
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Applicability hints
- Type
- Product
- CCS
- T54
- ICS
- 43.160
- Competent department
- Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
- Technical committee
- National Technical Committee on Automobiles of Standardization Administration of China
Relationships
Replaces:GB 29753-2013