ONEPLUSONE, a sub-brand of HPRT, has received two China Pattern Approval (CPA) certificates under China's new regulatory framework for electronic price-computing scales. Its label printing scale received the second such certificate issued nationwide, while its smart electronic scale became the first product in Fujian Province to secure approval under the new requirements.
This achievement marks another important milestone for HPRT in the commercial weighing sector, confirming that HPRT ONEPLUSONE's certified electronic scales fully meet China's latest requirements for measurement accuracy, anti-tampering protection and regulatory compliance.
New Rules Raise the Compliance Bar for Electronic Scales
Consumers occasionally find that products weighed at a market register a lower weight when checked again at home. China's latest regulatory measures are designed to address such tampering and protect the integrity of retail transactions.
Effective in 2026, the Program of Pattern Evaluation of Electronic Price Computing Scales (for Trial Implementation), issued by the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), introduced a new framework for end-to-end traceability throughout the lifecycle of electronic price-computing scales.
The requirements target scale tampering and underweight transactions. In response, HPRT ONEPLUSONE has implemented three key technical safeguards: automatic lockout when the enclosure is opened, a unique identification code for every scale, and a traceability mechanism based on three codes and one seal.
• Automatic Lockout and Authorized Access
If the enclosure of an electronic price-computing scale is opened without authorization, the device automatically locks. Only authorized personnel can restore operation using a dynamic passcode, helping prevent unauthorized hardware modifications at the source.
• Unique Identification and Lifecycle Traceability
Every electronic price-computing scale must carry unique identification information. Product details and verification status can be checked through the National Smart Metrology Platform for Electronic Price-Computing Scales.
• Three Codes and One Seal for End-to-End Control
The production code, repair code and verification code, together with the metrological seal, must be complete and valid before the scale can undergo verification. This mechanism enables traceability across manufacturing, sales, in-service use and metrological verification.
Under the new framework, electronic price-computing scales intended for commercial transactions that do not meet the requirements may no longer be manufactured or sold from 2026 onward. A valid CPA certificate has therefore become a prerequisite for the lawful manufacture and sale of these products.
China's Second and Fujian's First Approvals Under the New Rules
As China strengthens metrology oversight and advances industry standards, HPRT has responded by investing in product engineering, quality management and regulatory compliance. The company also serves as a council member on the ninth council of the Fujian Society for Measurement.
Following a series of rigorous evaluations, the HPRT ONEPLUSONE barcode label scale received the second CPA certificate issued nationwide under the new requirements, while its smart electronic scale received the first such certificate in Fujian Province.
CPA certificates are generally issued by market supervision authorities at the provincial level or above and are required for the lawful manufacture and sale of regulated measuring instruments.
For retailers, selecting certified electronic price-computing scales is not only a basic requirement for compliant operations; it can also help protect consumer interests and preserve the retailer's reputation.
The two approvals demonstrate that the certified HPRT ONEPLUSONE retail scales meet the latest national requirements covering measurement accuracy, anti-tampering functionality, software compliance and the management of unique product identifiers. These capabilities help support transparent and reliable retail transactions.
Engineering Excellence Drives Leadership in Commercial Weighing
HPRT is a global provider of integrated printing solutions with more than two decades of experience in the printing industry. Recognized as a National High-Tech Enterprise in China, the company holds more than 700 granted patents and has contributed to the development of multiple national and industry standards. Its quality and environmental management systems are certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
In the commercial weighing sector, HPRT ONEPLUSONE focuses on commercial scales and smart POS terminals. Its proprietary AI vision label scale can recognize more than 150 product types with a recognition accuracy of over 99%.
The product integrates printing, AI-powered visual recognition and a smart operating system into a unified "weigh–identify–print–checkout" workflow. Its modular architecture and quick-release design also simplify maintenance and support reliable operation during peak business hours.
HPRT ONEPLUSONE has established a nationwide sales network in China, with its commercial weighing products deployed across supermarkets, fresh-food e-commerce operations, convenience stores and other retail environments.
As the new rules take full effect, electronic price-computing scales without the required CPA certification may no longer be manufactured or sold. Supermarkets, fresh-food retailers, convenience stores and other businesses should therefore review their weighing equipment and replace noncompliant products as required. Doing so supports regulatory compliance, fair transactions and consumer confidence.
HPRT ONEPLUSONE has taken the lead in completing product compliance preparations for its commercial weighing portfolio under China's new metrology requirements.
Building on HPRT's leadership in printing solutions, ONEPLUSONE is helping lead the transition to compliant commercial weighing by delivering high-quality products that are compliant, accurate and designed to resist tampering. Backed by advanced engineering capabilities, the brand also helps customers maintain compliant retail operations.
HPRT will continue to invest in technology development and expand its capabilities in commercial weighing, delivering more intelligent, reliable and compliant products and solutions for the industry.