BEIJING, Dec. 27 (Xinhua) -- Chinese lawmakers on Saturday voted to adopt a law on the safety management of hazardous chemicals.

The law, which was passed at a session of the National People's Congress Standing Committee, will take effect on May 1, 2026.

Comprising 10 chapters, the law provides comprehensive regulation across the entire lifecycle of hazardous chemicals, covering their production, storage, use, business operations, transportation and emergency response.

The new law aims to strengthen the safety management of hazardous chemicals, prevent and reduce related accidents, safeguard public health and property, and protect the ecological environment. ■