China Recalls Over One Million Power Banks, Tightens Aviation Safety Rules
In June 2025, major Chinese power bank manufacturers, including ROMOSS and Anker Innovations, initiated large-scale recalls of over one million units due to severe safety hazards. The defects were traced to battery supplier Apex (Wuxi) Co., Ltd., which allegedly made unauthorized material changes to battery cell components, significantly increasing the risk of overheating and fire. In response to these incidents and fifteen reported cases of in-flight power bank fires this year, China’s Civil Aviation Administration implemented stricter regulations effective June 28. Passengers are now prohibited from carrying power banks lacking valid 3C certification, clear labeling, or those subject to recall. This enforcement has led to a surge in confiscated devices at airports nationwide. While railway authorities continue to allow power banks under specific energy limits without mandatory 3C checks, the disparity in enforcement has drawn public criticism regarding consistency. The incident highlights critical supply chain oversight issues, as Apex also supplies other prominent brands like Xiaomi and UGREEN, whose certifications have subsequently been suspended.
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China Recalls Over One Million Power Banks, Tightens Aviation Safety Rules
In June 2025, major Chinese power bank manufacturers, including ROMOSS and Anker Innovations, initiated large-scale recalls of over one million units due to severe safety hazards. The defects were traced to battery supplier Apex (Wuxi) Co., Ltd., which allegedly made unauthorized material changes to battery cell components, significantly increasing the risk of overheating and fire. In response to these incidents and fifteen reported cases of in-flight power bank fires this year, China’s Civil Aviation Administration implemented stricter regulations effective June 28. Passengers are now prohibited from carrying power banks lacking valid 3C certification, clear labeling, or those subject to recall. This enforcement has led to a surge in confiscated devices at airports nationwide. While railway authorities continue to allow power banks under specific energy limits without mandatory 3C checks, the disparity in enforcement has drawn public criticism regarding consistency. The incident highlights critical supply chain oversight issues, as Apex also supplies other prominent brands like Xiaomi and UGREEN, whose certifications have subsequently been suspended.
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