China to Restrict Heavy Metals and Phthalates in Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)

On July 8, 2026, China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) released a draft mandatory national standard titled "Limits of Hazardous Substances in Thermoplastic Polyurethane" (TPU) for public comment. The draft standard establishes explicit maximum concentration thresholds for specific heavy metals and phthalates in TPU materials, aiming to standardize environmental and safety requirements across the industry.