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Back in August 1, 2012, the Chinese government released the National General Technical Specification for Redwood Furniture (GB28010-2011). Starting six months later, all mahogany furniture on the market had to comply with these new regulations. This essentially meant that, beginning February 1, 2013, every piece of mahogany furniture would need to come with what’s known as the “1 book, 1 card, 1 certificate†system to be sold legally.
Recently, I visited the Lizai Store and was surprised to find that some mahogany furniture brands are already ahead of schedule. United Redwood, for instance, has been proactive in providing each piece of their mahogany furniture with a “Product Quality Quality Card,†which clearly outlines the details required by the new national standard. As Pan Haiying, the general manager of United Redwood, explained, the new standard doesn’t specify an exact format for the “card.†So, the process of standardizing formats, improving appearances, verifying information, and inputting data has been quite complex. Meanwhile, another brand, Aomori Modern Oriental Furniture, has also fully embraced the requirements of the new national standard, ensuring that all necessary documentation is in place.
It's worth noting that the store management at Lize Home has been keeping a close eye on the situation. They’ve expressed their intention to ensure compliance among the various mahogany furniture brands under their roof. Ren Cheng, the store’s vice president, mentioned that they plan to conduct a thorough self-audit of all mahogany furniture brands by December 31, 2012. Any brands failing to meet the “1 Book, 1 Card, 1 Certificate†criteria will first receive a warning. If improvements aren’t made by February 1, 2013, these brands face the possibility of being removed from the premises entirely.
Industry insiders believe this new regulation serves as a triple guarantee for both the authenticity and quality of mahogany furniture. It provides a way for brands to transparently communicate vital product information to consumers, ultimately reducing potential risks associated with purchasing such items. While there’s still more than four months until the official implementation date, it seems like many smaller brands are procrastinating, hoping to avoid the extra effort involved in meeting these new standards. However, as larger stores like Lize Home take action, it’s clear that these brands may soon find themselves under pressure to comply—or risk losing their place in the market altogether.