September 2025 in Review: Key Standards for Domestic and Commercial Equipment, Entertainment, and Sports

Looking back at September 2025, the Domestic and Commercial Equipment, Entertainment, and Sports sector experienced a notable focus on durability, safety, and sustainability within its newly published standards. Across both residential and commercial environments, the month’s publications addressed crucial areas in sports surface performance, the safety of frequently used kitchen appliances, and the mechanical reliability of furniture hardware. Covering five standards released during the period, this overview aims to help industry professionals—ranging from compliance managers and engineers to procurement specialists—navigate new requirements, catch up on missed publications, and glean insight into evolving industry directions.

Monthly Overview: September 2025

September 2025 was significant for standardization activity in the Domestic and Commercial Equipment, Entertainment, and Sports domain (ICS 97). Whereas many months see a balanced mix of incremental revisions and niche topics, this month concentrated on foundational elements: material safety, product durability, and the intersection of performance with environmental responsibility. What stood out was a confluence of attention on:

• The lifecycle and safety of materials in sports surfaces
• Strengthened international alignment for electrical appliance safety
• Advanced testing methodologies for hardware in furniture applications

In comparison to prior months, the sector saw heightened activity around sports infrastructure and household appliances—a clear reflection of mounting regulatory interest in long-term product safety and environmental stewardship. These trends underscore the industry’s response to both consumer expectations and regulatory developments on sustainable product life cycles and user well-being.

Standards Published This Month

EN 15330-5:2025 - Surfaces for Sport Areas – Synthetic Turf and Textile Sports Surfaces – Part 5: Specification for Infill Materials

Surfaces for sport areas - Synthetic turf and textile sports surfaces - Part 5: Specification for infill materials

This European standard focuses on establishing minimum performance and durability requirements for infill materials used in synthetic turf and textile sports surfaces. It comprehensively details the physical and chemical property benchmarks infill suppliers must meet, and includes clear protocols for batch consistency and the acceptance of reclaimed materials. Beyond simple compliance, the standard’s reach extends to sustainability by prescribing how reclaimed infill should be tested and deemed fit for reuse—a significant nod toward circular economy principles within sports infrastructure.

Key requirements include:

• Specifications for particle size, shape, density, composition, and polymer characterization
• Standards for elastic properties, durability under weather and mechanical stress, fire response, and toxicological safety
• Regularized reporting and declaration requirements for manufacturers

This standard is primarily relevant for:

• Manufacturers and suppliers of sports surface infill materials
• Facility owners and procurement officers for sports complexes
• Certification and testing bodies in sports surface construction

Within the broader regulatory environment, EN 15330-5:2025 supports not only material safety, but also environmental best practices by helping to limit microplastic and chemical migration from sports fields into ecosystems—a growing public and legislative concern.

Key highlights:

• Comprehensive performance and durability metrics for infill used in sports areas
• Inclusion of reclaimed infill requirements to support recycling and reuse
• Enhanced manufacturer disclosure for traceability and compliance

Access the full standard:View EN 15330-5:2025 on iTeh Standards

IEC 60335-2-13:2021 – Household and Similar Electrical Appliances – Safety – Part 2-13: Particular Requirements for Deep Fat Fryers, Frying Pans and Similar Appliances

Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-13: Particular requirements for deep fat fryers, frying pans and similar appliances

This international standard—published in a consolidated edition in September 2025—establishes safety requirements for electric deep fat fryers, frying pans, woks, and comparable appliances intended for household and light commercial use, with a rated voltage not exceeding 250 V. It addresses the most common hazards associated with cooking appliances, ensuring that normal and reasonably foreseeable conditions of use do not create unacceptable risks for users.

Key points in this seventh edition, which supersedes the 2009 version and 2016 amendment, include:

• Full alignment with IEC 60335-1:2020 for baseline appliance safety requirements
• Conversion of several safety-related notes into binding normative text for greater legal enforceability
• Explicit exclusion of battery-operated appliances, clarifying the standard’s scope
• Introduction of additional testing to limit surface temperature rise and establish clear marking requirements for hot surfaces

Applicable to:

• Appliance manufacturers and design engineers
• Testing laboratories and certification bodies
• Retailers and importers of electrical cooking appliances for households, light industry, and retail environments

The revised standard not only strengthens protections for end-users but also aids harmonization for global manufacturers operating in multiple regulatory territories. Notably, it ensures that safety features such as stability, mechanical strength, and resistance to abnormal operation are rigorously addressed during design and production.

Key highlights:

• Consolidates and updates safety criteria for household cooking appliances
• Mandates new surface temperature testing and hot surface marking
• Reinforces manufacturer responsibilities regarding user safety information

Access the full standard:View IEC 60335-2-13:2021 on iTeh Standards

IEC 60335-2-13:2021 – Duplicate Publication Event

This month saw multiple publications of IEC 60335-2-13:2021 referenced across different releases and editions, underscoring its significance to the sector. Each publication represents either a direct adoption or a consolidated/corrected version, with all pointing to the latest harmonized text reflecting global consensus on appliance safety for household and similar uses. For professionals, this repeat adoption signals reinforced regulatory emphasis and the importance of transitioning product lines and compliance documentation to meet the latest edition.

Key highlights:

• Reflects widespread harmonization and rapid sectoral adoption
• Ensures comprehensive, up-to-date compliance wherever the standard is applied
• Reinforces market expectation for unified testing and labeling

Access the full standard:View IEC 60335-2-13:2021 on iTeh Standards

ISO 25131:2025 – Hardware for Furniture – Strength and Durability of Hinges and Their Components – Stays and Hinges Pivoting on a Horizontal Axis

Hardware for furniture - Strength and durability of hinges and their components - Stays and hinges pivoting on a horizontal axis

This international standard provides a uniform suite of test methods and parameters to evaluate the strength and durability of hinges (specifically those pivoting on a horizontal axis) and their associated components—critical for applications in everything from kitchen cabinetry to commercial office furniture. ISO 25131:2025 encompasses:

• Detailed preparation, assembly, and adjustment procedures for hinges and stays prior to testing
• A combination of overload, slam, functional, and durability tests designed to simulate both normal use and foreseeable misuse
• Criteria for inspection and assessment—including deformation, fracture, and loss of component integrity

Unlike some furniture standards, this document omits requirements concerning storage systems and excludes ageing or climatic conditioning aspects except for corrosion. The test protocols it sets out enable manufacturers and buyers to objectively compare performance across different designs and materials, ensuring a baseline of mechanical reliability in the marketplace.

Who should comply:

• Furniture manufacturers and quality assurance specialists
• Designers specifying hardware for residential, commercial, or institutional projects
• Procurement professionals seeking certified, durable components

By codifying durability parameters and test arrangements, ISO 25131:2025 supports global trade and procurement by streamlining specification requirements—therefore reducing recalls and failure rates in furniture in-use scenarios.

Key highlights:

• Uniform durability and overload testing for all horizontal-axis hinges and stays
• Applicable across diverse furniture applications (except storage systems)
• Enhances mechanical reliability and reduces in-service failure

Access the full standard:View ISO 25131:2025 on iTeh Standards

Common Themes and Industry Trends

A few distinct patterns emerged across this month’s published standards:

• Safety and Durability First: Whether targeting sports facilities, home appliances, or furniture hardware, every standard prioritized durability and user safety. This aligns with a broader regulatory and consumer movement calling for products that are safer, more reliable, and longer-lasting.

• Towards Sustainability: EN 15330-5:2025 notably advances sustainability by incorporating reclaimed material testing into its core requirements—a reflection of escalating concerns around microplastic leakage and resource use in synthetic sports surfaces.

• International Harmonization: The multiple instances of IEC 60335-2-13:2021 publication highlight rapid alignment of international requirements for domestic appliances. This trend simplifies compliance for transnational manufacturers and cultivates consumer trust in product safety worldwide.

• Emphasis on Traceability and Declared Properties: There is increasing demand for manufacturers to document and declare physical, mechanical, and chemical properties, supporting more informed and responsible purchasing decisions, both public and private sector.

These themes reflect the sector’s adaptive response to emerging regulatory, environmental, and consumer-driven demands.

Compliance and Implementation Considerations

For organizations affected by these September 2025 standards, a strategic approach to implementation is advised:

1. Conduct a Gap Analysis: Review current processes, product designs, and supplier documentation against the new standard requirements—especially for infill material supply chains and appliance safety testing.

2. Update Product Declarations and Technical Files: Particularly for EN 15330-5:2025, ensure that documentation for physical and chemical infill properties is current and comprehensive. For household appliances (IEC 60335-2-13:2021), update instructions, labeling, and safety assessments in line with the latest text.

3. Training and Awareness: Ensure relevant teams (quality, product design, procurement) understand the updated requirements and testing methods, notably for durability testing in furniture hardware per ISO 25131:2025.

4. Engage Accredited Laboratories: Where technical verification is needed, utilize accredited labs familiar with the newest test methods, particularly for performance and chemical safety in sports surfaces and furniture hardware.

5. Monitor Regulatory Harmonization: With multiple references to regional harmonization (notably in electrical appliance safety), track transitional periods and ensure legacy products meet current expectations to prevent market withdrawal or enforcement actions.

Practical Recommendations:

• Start compliance planning early to align with project or procurement cycles.
• Coordinate with suppliers to secure updated compliance statements.
• Maintain records of test results and declarations for at least 5 years, or as required by regional regulators.

Conclusion: Key Takeaways from September 2025

September 2025’s standards in the Domestic and Commercial Equipment, Entertainment, and Sports sector underscore a clear industry trajectory: prioritizing product safety, durability, and sustainability in ways that are globally harmonized and evidence-based. Among the highlights are:

• Enhanced material and durability expectations for sports surfaces (EN 15330-5:2025)
• Reinforced, harmonized safety requirements for home and similar-use cooking appliances (IEC 60335-2-13:2021)
• Rigorous, comparative methodologies for furniture hardware strength and performance (ISO 25131:2025)

For professionals—especially those responsible for compliance, product design, or procurement—keeping up to date with these standards is essential not just for regulatory alignment, but for delivering products that meet the latest expectations for safety, performance, and environmental integrity.

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