Recently, Australia's NSW Fair Trading Department announced that it will implement new mandatory safety standards for lithium-ion batteries used in electric mobile devices from February 2025. These standards aim to enhance consumer safety by reducing the fire risks associated with these products.

Specifically, the following electric mobile devices and lithium ion batteries used by them are now regarded as "announcement electrical products" under the gas and electricity (Consumer Safety) Act of 2017 ":

1. Electric bicycle (e-bikes)

2. Electric scooter (e-scooters)

3. Electric skateboard (e-skateboards)

4. self-balanced scooter (self-balancing scooters)

this means that these products need to meet the required mandatory safety standards before being sold in New South Wales. From February, 2025, electric micro-mobile devices (such as electric bicycles and electric scooters) sold in New South Wales must meet the specified safety standards. These requirements are introduced to ensure that there are only safe and standard products in the market, thus reducing the risk of fire.

Lithium ion battery it is becoming more and more popular because of its high energy density and environmental benefits. However, if batteries are not manufactured according to strict safety standards, they also have significant fire risks. These new regulations aim to ensure that products sold in New South Wales are safe and standard, protect consumers and improve overall safety.

It is essential for traders and manufacturers to understand and comply with the latest requirements. This will help ensure that your products are safe and meet regulatory requirements. The Fair Trading Department of NSW helps traders and manufacturers understand and comply with these new requirements by providing guidance resources, holding seminars and stakeholder participation activities.