From January 1, 2026, China will ban the production of mercury-containing thermometers and mercury-containing blood pressure monitors. Mercury, commonly known as mercury, is the only liquid metal at room temperature. It is highly toxic and non-degradable. Once the container is broken, mercury will rapidly evaporate, and the indoor mercury concentration can exceed the standard by several times or even tens of times in a short period of time. Inhalation of mercury can damage the nervous system and kidney function. Children and pregnant women are more sensitive to it, and may cause irreversible damage such as stunted growth and fetal malformations. Currently, mainstream thermometers on the market mainly include electronic thermometers, ear thermometers, forehead thermometers, etc., which can meet daily needs.

From January 1, 2026, China will ban the production of mercury-containing thermometers and mercury-containing blood pressure monitors. Mercury, commonly known as mercury, is the only liquid metal at room temperature. It is highly toxic and non-degradable. Once the container is broken, mercury will rapidly evaporate, and the indoor mercury concentration can exceed the standard by several times or even tens of times in a short period of time. Inhalation of mercury can damage the nervous system and kidney function. Children and pregnant women are more sensitive to it, and may cause irreversible damage such as stunted growth and fetal malformations. Currently, mainstream thermometers on the market mainly include electronic thermometers, ear thermometers, forehead thermometers, etc., which can meet daily needs.