In recent years, imported rice cookers have become a popular choice among consumers in China. However, the official website of the AQSIQ (General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine) revealed that in 2017, the rate of unqualified imported rice cookers reached 13.5%, with Japanese and Korean brands being the most affected.
According to reports from the Beijing Business Daily, during the period from April to October 2017, the AQSIQ conducted spot checks on imported goods not included in the statutory inspection list. A total of 126 batches of imported rice cookers were randomly selected for testing, and 17 of them failed quality inspections. This marked an unqualified detection rate of 13.5%.
Among the 17 unqualified products, a significant number came from Japanese and South Korean brands. Specifically, 7 batches were from Panasonic, 3 from Tiger, 3 from Cool Morning, 2 from Fuku, and 1 each from Hitachi and Toshiba. The data showed that 70.59% of the unqualified batches were from Japanese brands, while 29.41% were from South Korean brands—highlighting a clear trend.
The price range of imported rice cookers is significantly higher compared to domestic models. For example, some imported models can cost as much as 12,999 yuan, while even the cheapest options start at around 800 yuan. In contrast, most Chinese-made rice cookers are priced between 200 and 600 yuan, making them a more affordable option for many households.
Since 2017, Japan's exports of rice cookers to China have surpassed 3.6 billion yen, marking a record high. Similarly, South Korea’s rice cooker exports to China have doubled over the past three years. With this surge in imports, Chinese authorities have increased their focus on quality control, particularly for high-demand products like rice cookers.
On January 1, 2023, the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine issued the "Management Measures for the Recall of Defective Consumer Goods," which now includes household appliances such as washing machines, air conditioners, and rice cookers. This means that any defective product in these categories must be recalled.
A notable case occurred in December 2023, when Tige Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. voluntarily recalled six types of imported rice cookers, totaling 29,245 units. This was the first time that imported rice cookers were recalled in China, setting a new record for the value and scale of such recalls.
One of the main reasons for the failures was electrical safety issues, including risks of electric shock, overheating, and grounding problems. Experts noted that differences in voltage standards between China and countries like Japan and South Korea often lead to design limitations in imported appliances, making them unsuitable for the Chinese market.
At a quality improvement meeting held in Zhanjiang, officials from the State Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine Bureau also released the results of a 2017 spot check on rice cookers and disinfection cabinets. Out of 69 batches tested in Guangdong Province, 9 were found to be non-compliant, resulting in a failure rate of 13%. This was slightly lower than the rate for imported rice cookers.
Experts now believe that domestic rice cooker brands have improved significantly in terms of both technology and quality, offering better value for money. Compared to foreign brands like Matsushita, domestic products are seen as more reliable and suitable for long-term use. Therefore, it is recommended that consumers choose domestically produced rice cookers for better performance and safety.
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