SB/T 11248-2025 in English
VALIDSecond-hand goods (used goods) terminology
- Issued on:2025-03-27
- Implemented on:2025-10-01
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| Standard No: | SB/T 11248-2025 |
| Document status: | VALID |
| Title in English: | Second-hand goods (used goods) terminology |
| Title in Chinese: | 二手货（旧货）术语 |
| Language: | English |
| File Format: | Electronic (PDF) |
| Delivery: | Via email within 1~3 business days |
| Issued on: | 2025-03-27 |
| Implemented on: | 2025-10-01 |
| ICS Classification: | 03.080.01-Services in general |
| Chinese Classification: | A22-Terms and Symbols |
| Professional Classification: | SB-Commercial |
| Related Keywords: | used goods industry
second-hand goods goods industry secondhand goods standard terminology system |
Introduction
Background and Significance of Standard Development
With the deepening development of the circular economy concept and the rapid growth of green consumption demand, my country's used goods (secondhand goods) industry has ushered in unprecedented development opportunities. However, issues such as non-standardized terminology and vague conceptual definitions have long hindered the healthy development of the industry. The development of SB/T 11248-2025, "Terminology for Used Goods (Secondhand Goods)," fills the gap in industry standardization and lays the foundation for building a unified and standardized industry language system.
This standard, under the jurisdiction of the National Technical Committee for Standardization of Secondhand Goods (SAC/TC 440), draws on the expertise of key industry players such as the China Secondhand Goods Association, Hangzhou Yixiang Technology Co., Ltd., and Beijing Zhuanzhuan Spirit Technology Co., Ltd. The drafting of this standard took two years and fully considered the dual needs of traditional brick-and-mortar businesses and emerging internet-based transactions.
Analysis of the Core Terminology System
Innovations in Basic Terminology Definitions
The standard embodies three important innovations in its definition of 3.1 Second-hand Goods: First, it clarifies the core characteristic of "re-circulating items that retain all or part of their original use value"; second, it includes items that have undergone maintenance, repair, and refurbishment; and third, through three annotations, it broadens the scope of application to include old items, overstocked inventory, and returned items that meet specific conditions.
Construction of a Quality Evaluation System
The standard establishes a comprehensive evaluation system for second-hand goods for the first time: Quality (3.2) focuses on the quality of functionality, Appearance (3.3) emphasizes the degree of external defects, and Grade (3.4) is a comprehensive classification of the first two. This system provides the industry with quantifiable evaluation criteria.
| Term category | Core definition | Application scenario | Evaluation dimension |
|---|---|---|---|
| Second-hand goods | Recirculating items that maintain their use value | Common across the industry | Use value, circulation |
| Quality | The degree to which it meets the functional requirements | Product evaluation and pricing | Functionality, reliability |
| Appearance | Appearance defects and degree of defects | Appearance inspection and grading | Aesthetics, integrity |
| Grades | Classification and grading of quality and appearance | Standardized transactions | Comprehensive evaluation |
Business format classification system
Diversified development of physical operations
The standard subdivides physical operations into seven specific business formats, reflecting the industry's trend toward specialization and division of labor. Trading markets (4.1.1) serve as traditional distribution centers, flea markets (4.1.2) meet individual trading needs, specialty stores (4.1.4) such as second-hand musical instrument stores highlight expertise in specific areas, consignment stores (4.1.5) provide consignment services, rental stores (4.1.6) expand the value of use, and warehouse stores (4.1.7) cater to bulk transactions.
Innovative Virtual Business Models
Internet transactions are categorized into three models: proprietary transactions, platform transactions, and social transactions, accurately reflecting the diversity of the current e-commerce ecosystem. In particular, the definition of social transactions (4.2.1.3) captures the emerging trend of transactions based on interpersonal networks.
| Business type | Main business formats | Typical characteristics | Development trends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical business | Trading markets, specialty stores, consignment shops, etc. | Fixed locations, face-to-face transactions | Professionalization and experience-based |
| Virtual business | Internet transactions, TV and broadcast transactions | No stores, remote transactions | Platformization and socialization |
| Mixed business formats | Mobile business stalls, processing plants | Strong flexibility, processing services | Mobility and extended services |
Definition of Rights and Responsibilities of Business Entities
Clear and Unambiguous Classification of Entities
The standard divides business entities into four categories: operators, trading market management companies, internet platform management companies, and authentication agencies. Each category has clearly defined rights and responsibilities. In particular, the independent status of third-party authentication agencies (5.5) is emphasized, providing institutional guarantees for establishing an impartial authentication system.
Professionalization of the Authentication System
Authentication agencies (5.4) provide services for verifying authenticity, quality, or appearance, while third-party authentication agencies ensure impartiality. The establishment of this system will effectively address information asymmetry in secondhand transactions and enhance consumer trust.
Transaction Behavior Standardization System
Core Transaction Process Standardization
The standard system standardizes the entire process from purchasing, sorting, identification, valuation, to sales, providing a standard operating guide for the industry. Consignment (6.6) clarifies the consignment sales model, leasing (6.7) expands the use rights transaction, and post-sale repurchase (6.8) innovates the sales model.
Inclusion of Special Transaction Forms
The standard innovatively incorporates non-traditional transaction forms such as barter (6.9), charity sales (6.10), and donations (6.11), demonstrating respect and inclusion for industry diversity.
Processing Technical Specifications
Maintenance and Repair (6.13) is subdivided into five specific steps: Cleaning, Refurbishment, Modification, Assembly, and Packaging. The definition of Refurbishment (6.13.2) specifically emphasizes the principle of "no replacement of core or key components, and no alteration of original functions and structures," providing a technical basis for preventing the substitution of inferior goods for superior ones.
Industry Management System Development
Traceability System Development
Verification and Registration (7.1) and Transaction Records (7.2) systems establish a comprehensive foundation for traceability. Traceability (7.3) clarifies the requirements for tracing back history, application status, or location, providing institutional tools to combat the sale of stolen goods and ensure safety.
Standardized Labeling Management
The mandatory requirements for second-hand goods labeling (7.4) and refurbished second-hand goods labeling (7.5) ensure consumers' right to know and create conditions for a transparent and honest trading environment.
Recommendations for Standard Implementation
Enterprise Adaptation
It is recommended that all business entities systematically review their internal management systems, business processes, and contractual documents in accordance with the standard terminology system, ensuring that they are fully adapted before the standard's implementation on October 1, 2025. In particular, it is important to establish comprehensive verification and registration systems and transaction record keeping systems.
Practitioner Training
Organize industry-wide training on the standard for all practitioners, focusing on mastering terminology definitions, business process specifications, and labeling requirements. It is recommended that industry associations take the lead in developing training materials and assessment standards.
Regulatory Coordination
Commercial authorities at all levels should revise relevant regulatory rules based on this standard and establish coordinated regulatory mechanisms with public security, market supervision, and other departments to jointly promote the standardized development of the industry.
Technical Support System Construction
Internet platform management companies are encouraged to develop information systems based on this standard to achieve standardized transaction processes, electronic identification management, and convenient traceability and inquiry.
Industry Development Outlook
The implementation of SB/T 11248-2025 will effectively promote the transformation of the used goods industry from extensive development to standardized and regulated development. A unified terminology system will reduce transaction friction and improve industry efficiency; improved institutional norms will enhance consumer confidence and expand market scale; and clear technical standards will promote technological innovation and enhance service levels.
With the continued promotion of circular economy policies and the popularization of green consumption concepts, a standardized and regulated used goods industry will play an even more important role in resource conservation, environmental protection, and economic development. As a basic industry standard, the successful implementation of this standard will lay a solid foundation for the formulation of subsequent relevant standards and the long-term healthy development of the industry.
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