The second batch of photovoltaic enterprises allowed the sampling inspection to start less than 30% of the selection rate
September 25 00:10:49, 2025
In a recent development, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) released the second batch of companies that meet the "Regulations on the Standardization of Photovoltaic Manufacturing Industry." A total of 74 enterprises made the cut. These companies will now be subject to community supervision within the next 30 days, while MIIT will also conduct on-site inspections to finalize the list based on feedback.
Last year, the first batch included 134 companies, but only 109 remained after evaluations. However, over 400 PV companies across the country had initially applied, resulting in an approval rate of just 27.25%. Industry experts point out that one of the main hurdles for many companies is the requirement that actual production from the previous year must not fall below 50% of their capacity. This has been a challenge due to shrinking overseas markets and instability in domestic demand, leading many Chinese PV firms to reduce or halt production in recent years.
With the recovery of the photovoltaic sector in the second half of last year, some companies have resumed operations. Will this lead to a higher enrollment rate this year? An anonymous industry insider told the *Securities Daily* that while some companies may be reactivated, overall industry concentration is expected to rise as standards remain strict. Many companies from the first batch were excluded in the second, signaling a more rigorous selection process.
Recent reports indicate that on-site sampling inspections have already begun for the second batch of shortlisted PV companies. Many of these are branch factories located in different regions, with several newly launched facilities following the market rebound in 2013. The trend toward increased industry concentration is becoming more evident, as major industrial chains in China continue to consolidate.
For example, GCL-Poly oversees nine PV companies, including the world's largest polysilicon producer, Jiangsu Zhongneng, along with eight other silicon rod manufacturers and wafer producers with a combined capacity of 10 GW. Seven of its subsidiaries were included in the first batch, and two new ones made it into the second.
Despite the initial regulations introduced last year, smaller PV firms in Zhejiang and Guangdong—many with capacities under 200MW—still struggled to meet the requirements. Although some managed to rebound after being excluded, the basic scale threshold remains unchanged. Only a few new entries emerged in Zhejiang, while most new additions are in Jiangsu, a major PV-producing province.
Industry observers believe that while the selection process serves as a benchmark, long-term success depends on a company’s ability to deliver high-quality, low-cost products. As technical and scale advantages become more prominent, fewer companies will qualify under continuous monitoring and annual reviews, further driving up industry concentration.
The final list is still pending confirmation. While many of the 74 companies in the second batch are well-known names, there are also new entrants. Since the application process is self-declared, extensive on-site verification is required to determine who will ultimately pass. In the first batch, even some approved companies faced doubts during inspections.
For instance, Wuxi Longji Silicon Materials Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Longji Shares, was approved in the first batch but faced scrutiny due to stagnant operations and low capacity utilization. Similarly, several polysilicon companies, like Jiangxi LDK Solar, were shortlisted despite minimal production in 2013. Others, such as Wuxi Suntech and Jiangxi Saiwei, are still in bankruptcy reorganization and face uncertain futures.
Insiders warn that some previously excluded companies may attempt to falsify data to gain inclusion. However, authorities are expected to conduct stricter checks than before to ensure compliance. As the industry moves forward, transparency and real performance will play a critical role in shaping the future of the photovoltaic sector.
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