China issues national PV standards phasing out sub-630W modules

Chinese authorities have established new mandatory efficiency and power-output standards that will phase out lower-wattage solar modules and conventional polysilicon production, affecting global supply chains and module design.

First covered Jul 7, 2026 · 1:50 AM PT · 1 article

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3h PV Tech New national standards for China’s PV sector set to phase out sub-630W modules and conventional polysilicon products — Chinese authorities have issued new national standards governing the energy and conversion efficiencies of PV modules, polysilicon production and inverters.

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