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U.S. CBP's new regulations take effect on August 1, requiring industrial valve imports to include a complete technical compliance declaration. This article analyzes the TCD requirements and the key points for verifying ASME/ANSI and CE/UKCA certifications, helping manufacturers, exporters, and importers proactively avoid customs clearance delays, returns, and penalty risks.

With the implementation of the EU’s new Ecodesign Regulation, new energy efficiency labeling requirements have been introduced for industrial valve exports. Effective August 1, 2026, control valves, globe valves, and ball valves entering the EU must comply with CE+Energy Label and DPP requirements. Non-compliant products risk customs clearance delays and removal from shelves—be sure to review the key points for companies to address these requirements.

The new SVHC Candidate List under EU REACH affects common additives used in valve seals. Focusing on the inclusion of DIBP, DPHP, and DMEP, this article analyzes the compliance risks faced by industrial pump and valve companies regarding rubber seals, hoses, and elastomer components, as well as supply chain information communication obligations and key responses for exports to the EU.

The U.S. has launched a countervailing duty investigation into industrial valves from China, involving control valves, actuators, and related components, with implications for export questionnaire responses, North American customs clearance, procurement compliance, and inventory management. Quickly understand the scope of the investigation, HS codes, and key supply chain response measures.

The revised EU RoHS exemptions have taken effect, introducing new requirements for DoC and material test reports for the export of leaded copper alloy valves to the EU. This article focuses on compliance requirements, delivery risks, and supply chain responses for industrial pump and valve companies, helping exporters quickly understand the regulatory changes.