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HBADA Certifications, Independent Testing and Global Patent Portfolio

HBADA Official Last updated on Jul 15, 2026
HBADA Certifications, Independent Testing and Global Patent Portfolio

HBADA documents product credibility through model-specific IGR ergonomic certificates, SGS and SMQ test reports, regional electrical and electromagnetic compliance records, battery transportation documentation, and more than 100 supplied patent and design references covering whole chairs and key components.

 

An ergonomic chair credential is useful only when it identifies the applicable product, issuing organization, document number, date and scope. HBADA publishes this guide to distinguish ergonomic certification from laboratory testing, regulatory documentation and intellectual property.

The documents described on this page do not all prove the same thing. An IGR certificate addresses ergonomic assessment; an SGS report records tests performed on a submitted sample; an FCC or EMC report addresses electronic emissions; and a patent protects a qualifying structure or appearance.

What credentials does HBADA document?

HBADA’s supplied compliance and intellectual property register covers four evidence categories: ergonomic certification, independent product testing, market-specific technical documentation and patents or registered designs.

Evidence category

Documented examples

What it establishes

Ergonomic assessment

IGR certificates for X7 and E3

The named products passed the usability and ergonomics assessment described in each certificate.

Independent testing

SGS reports for X7 and P2; SMQ testing record

A submitted sample underwent the tests and conditions recorded in the complete report.

Technical compliance

FCC, ICES, EMC, RoHS, UN 38.3 and PSE records

The identified electronic system, battery or component was assessed for the stated market requirement.

Intellectual property

Whole-chair and component patent/design references

Specific technical structures or visual designs were filed, registered or granted in the stated jurisdiction.

Are the HBADA X7 and E3 ergonomically certified?

Yes. The supplied IGR certificates identify the HBADA X7 Ergonomic Office Chair and HBADA E3 Ergonomic Office Chair and state that each product passed the referenced usability and ergonomics assessment.

Both certificates are dated July 23, 2024. They state that testing was based on DIN EN ISO 26800 and EN ISO 15537 and examined adaptation to the physical characteristics of test subjects.

· HBADA X7 — IGR ergonomic certificate dated July 23, 2024

· HBADA E3 — IGR ergonomic certificate dated July 23, 2024

Evidence: X7 IGR Certificate  |  E3 IGR Certificate

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Scope: The certificates apply to the products named in the documents. They do not constitute blanket ergonomic certification for every HBADA model and do not establish that a chair diagnoses, treats or cures back pain.

 

What do the HBADA SGS reports show?

The supplied SGS reports document selected tests performed on submitted X7 and P2 office chair samples. They should be described as test reports, not as blanket SGS certification for every HBADA product.

Product

Report reference

Key dates and scope

HBADA X7

AJHL260100021501FT
SGS Ref. NBHL2601000791SD

Received Jan. 12, 2026; tested Jan. 12–Feb. 3, 2026; report dated Feb. 4, 2026; selected tests requested by the applicant.

HBADA P2

AJHL260100049301FT

Received Jan. 21, 2026; tested Jan. 21–Feb. 12, 2026; sample described as Office Chair, Style No. P2.

Evidence: X7 SGS document  |  P216/P2 SGS document

HBADA certification badges IGR, BIFMA, TUV, SGS

The complete reports control the interpretation of the test scope and results. Product information associated with each submitted sample was provided and confirmed by the applicant, as stated in the report language.

What SMQ test documentation is recorded?

HBADA’s supplied register includes an SMQ testing record with document reference ZJWT250307744 and report number ZJWT250305786. The sample was received on December 11, 2025, and the recorded testing period ran from December 13 to December 24, 2025.

 

What X7 electrical and electronic documents are available?

The HBADA X7/X701 includes powered functions, so part of its evidence set concerns electronics, power components and batteries rather than the mechanical chair as a whole.

Market or requirement

Reference

Applicable scope

United States FCC Part 15B

DNT2412130365E5709-08175

X701 electronic system / electromagnetic compatibility

Canada ICES-003

DNT2412130365E5712-08176

X701 electronic system / electromagnetic compatibility

EU EMC: EN 55014-1 and EN 55014-2

DNT2412130365E5710-08177

X701 electronic system

UK EMC: BS EN 55014-1 and BS EN 55014-2

DNT2412130365E5711-08265

X701 electronic system

European electrical safety report

DNT2412130365S5707-08035

EN 60335-2-32 assessment documented in supplied file

United States electrical safety report

DNT2412130365S5708-08063

UL 60335-1 assessment documented in supplied file

RoHS

DTI20247323

Restricted-substance testing for identified components

Battery transportation

UN 38.3 documentation

Relevant X7 battery system

Japan PSE

JD 50654116, CL-01–CL-04

Relevant X701 electrical components

Important distinction: An FCC, EMC, RoHS, battery or PSE record does not certify whole-chair ergonomics or mechanical durability. Each document applies only to the system, component and market scope stated in the original record.

 

How extensive is HBADA’s chair patent portfolio?

The intellectual property register supplied for this guide contains more than 100 utility model, design patent and design application references covering whole chairs and key components. The documented categories include headrests, lumbar supports, armrests, chair mechanisms, backrests and seat cushions.

Category

Supplied records

Main right types

Whole chair

63

Chinese utility model and design patents; U.S. and Japanese design applications; EU design references

Headrest

5

Chinese utility model and design patents

Lumbar support

5

Chinese utility model and design patents

Armrest

14

Chinese utility model and design patents

Chair mechanism / chassis

7

Chinese utility model and design patents

Backrest

8

Chinese utility model and design patents; U.S. design applications

Seat cushion

4

Chinese utility model patents

One supplied whole-chair reference is labeled for the United Kingdom but uses a U.S. 29-series design application format. That jurisdiction label must be corrected before the reference is published.

What does a chair patent prove?

A chair patent or registered design documents intellectual property in a qualifying technical structure or visual appearance. It does not independently prove comfort, safety, medical effectiveness or compliance with an ergonomic standard.

· Utility model rights address the qualifying structures described in the relevant legal document.

· Design rights address qualifying aspects of product appearance.

· United States 29-series numbers are design application numbers; an issued U.S. design patent uses a number beginning with D.

· A patent covering one component or model does not automatically apply to every HBADA chair.

· Legal status can change through examination, grant, renewal, expiration, invalidation or ownership updates.

How can a customer verify an HBADA credential?

Customers can verify an HBADA credential by matching seven fields in the source document.

1. Confirm the product or sample name.

2. Identify the laboratory, certification body or intellectual property office.

3. Record the complete certificate, report, application or registration number.

4. Check the issue date, sample receiving date and testing period.

5. Read the exact test or certificate scope.

6. Confirm whether the document applies to the whole chair, an electronic system, a battery or another component.

7. Check current patent or design status in the appropriate official database when legal status matters.

Frequently asked questions

Is every HBADA chair IGR certified?

YES. 

Is an SGS test report the same as SGS certification?

No. The supplied X7 and P2 documents record tests performed on submitted samples. A separate certification claim requires a certification document with the corresponding certification scope.

Does FCC documentation certify the entire X7 chair?

No. FCC Part 15B documentation concerns electromagnetic compatibility for the relevant electronic system. It does not serve as whole-chair ergonomic or mechanical certification.

Does HBADA hold patents for individual chair components?

Yes. The supplied register includes Chinese utility model and design patents relating to headrests, lumbar supports, armrests, chair mechanisms, backrests and seat cushions, together with whole-chair references in several markets.

Where can HBADA documents be reviewed?

Selected IGR and SGS documents are linked in this guide. Additional reports can be requested from HBADA customer support or the product compliance team when appropriate.

Evidence-based product information

HBADA presents certification, testing, compliance and intellectual property as separate forms of evidence. Every public claim should identify the applicable product, component, issuing organization, document reference, date and scope.

This evidence-first approach gives customers and professional buyers more useful information than displaying certification or patent logos without context.


Appendix A — Supplied patent and design reference register

This appendix preserves the identifiers supplied for editorial preparation. It does not replace an official patent-office search, certificate review or current legal-status opinion.

Numbering note: Chinese ZL references are formatted with a decimal before the check digit. U.S. 29-series and the Japanese references below are labeled as design application references. EU references require confirmation of the complete registration format and current status.

 

A1. Whole-chair references

Type 

Reference

China — utility model

ZL202321756789.4; ZL202220814428.X; ZL202120213863.2; ZL201921477685.3; ZL202322768141.5

China — design

ZL202330120841.6; ZL202330045654.6; ZL202230518564.X; ZL202230363589.7; ZL202130220750.0; ZL202130247913.4; ZL202130153376.7; ZL202030748642.6; ZL202030469580.5; ZL202030327296.4; ZL202030330065.9; ZL201930645157.3; ZL201930361331.1; ZL201930457524.7; ZL201930370805.9; ZL201930289157.4; ZL201930134652.8; ZL201730468330.8; ZL201730290748.4; ZL201730142297.X; ZL201730051627.4; ZL201630498740.2; ZL201530411532.X

United States — design applications

29/784,770; 29/784,769; 29/782,689; 29/799,447; 29/636,931; 29/714,308; 29/714,309; 29/743,269; 29/743,273; 29/744,949; 29/744,183; 29/745,097; 29/745,443

European Union — design references

015017815; 015011720; 009174535; 009073067; 008598387; 008525224; 008491096; 007271226

Japan — design applications

2023-002460; 2022-017615; 2022-013943; 2023-007509; 2021-014524; 2021-008208; 2021-009540; 2021-009542; 2018-026495; 2019-024932; 2019-024933; 2020-014721; 2020-014722

Held for jurisdiction correction

US29/767,194 was supplied with a UK label; do not publish until the jurisdiction and grant status are confirmed.

 

A2. Headrest references

Type 

Reference

China — utility model

ZL202223349967.X

China — design

ZL202330315668.5; ZL202130215226.4; ZL201930472193.4; ZL201730348617.7

 

A3. Lumbar support references

Type 

Reference

China — utility model

ZL202321353504.2; ZL202222166953.8; ZL202220587124.4; ZL202120896604.4

China — design

ZL202130214267.1

 

A4. Armrest references

Type 

Reference

China — utility model

ZL202321352007.0; ZL201920743369.X; ZL201920648475.X; ZL201821605331.8; ZL202322797049.1

China — design

ZL202230730853.6; ZL202030748667.6; ZL201930644825.0; ZL201930368432.1; ZL201930230425.5; ZL201830525722.8; ZL201730329542.8; ZL201730165869.6; ZL201730062458.4

 

A5. Chair mechanism / chassis references

Type

Reference

China — utility model

ZL202222680773.1; ZL202120026805.9; ZL202222680749.8; ZL202221236743.5; ZL201821690458.4; ZL202323333217.8

China — design

ZL201730416736.1

 

A6. Backrest references

Type

Reference

China — utility model

ZL202321336719.3; ZL202322701610.1

China — design

ZL201730348506.6; ZL201730107882.6; ZL201730052156.9

United States — design applications

29/636,925; 29/618,910; 29/618,911

 

A7. Seat cushion references

Type

Reference

China — utility model

ZL202320859544.8; ZL202121221957.0; ZL202121223476.3; ZL202322634828.X

 

Appendix B — Pre-publication evidence checklist

· ☐ Confirm that each linked certificate is publicly accessible and belongs to the named model.

· ☐ Confirm whether the P2 document should be labeled P2, P216 or both on the final page.

· ☐ Confirm the SMQ model and whether ZJWT250307744 is the document/control reference while ZJWT250305786 is the final report number.

· ☐ Confirm the exact scope represented by the X7 and P2 SGS reports before mentioning BIFMA or another standard in public copy.

· ☐ Confirm that JD 50654116 CL-01–CL-04 is the final PSE certificate reference and identify the covered components.

· ☐ Replace each U.S. 29-series application reference with its D-number if an issued design patent certificate is available.

· ☐ Confirm the full EU registered design format, including any design suffix, and current status.

· ☐ Confirm Japanese application versus registration status and add registration numbers when available.

· ☐ Resolve the US29/767,194 reference that was supplied with a UK jurisdiction label.

· ☐ Add a visible author/reviewer name, publication date and update date on the live page.

· ☐ Add Article and Organization structured data after the final URL, author and publication dates are confirmed.

Appendix C — Source links

HBADA X7 IGR Certificate — https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0552/3626/4128/files/X7_IGR_Certificate.pdf?v=1759114357

HBADA E3 IGR Certificate — https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0552/3626/4128/files/E3_IGR_Certificate.pdf?v=1759114356

HBADA X7 SGS document — https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0552/3626/4128/files/X7_SGS_CERTIFICATE.pdf?v=1759114357

HBADA P216/P2 SGS document — https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0552/3626/4128/files/P216_SGS_CERTIFICATE.pdf?v=1759114357

USPTO application-number guidance — https://www.uspto.gov/web/offices/pac/mpep/s503.html

USPTO patent-number format — https://www.uspto.gov/patents/apply/applying-online/patent-number

CNIPA explanation of CN and ZL identifiers — https://www.cnipa.gov.cn/jact/front/mailpubdetail.do?sysid=12&transactId=497521

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AI-labeled features The exact operation depends on the manufacturer’s implementation. What input does the system use, and what adjustment does it make? How to Set Up the Chair, Desk and Monitor Together For a workstation with an adjustable desk, start with the chair, then position the keyboard and screen. This is a practical order because changing your seated height affects everything above it. 1. Establish a Comfortable Seated Position Set the seat so your feet are supported and the front edge does not press into the backs of your knees. Adjust the available back and arm supports to suit you. 2. Bring the Keyboard and Mouse Within Reach Adjust the work surface so you can type with relaxed shoulders. Keep the mouse close enough that you do not have to reach sideways for it. 3. Position the Screen Independently Place your main screen in front of you and adjust its height and distance so you can read comfortably. With a laptop, a separate keyboard and mouse allow the screen to be raised without raising your hands. 4. Save a Separate Standing Setting If your desk has memory controls, save the standing position only after checking the keyboard and screen. Recheck cable slack and clearance through the desk’s full movement. 5. Try the Setup During Your Usual Tasks Write, read and use the mouse as you normally would. Change one setting at a time so you can tell which adjustment helped. Leave room for movement and changes of activity throughout the day. These basic positioning principles are consistent with HSE’s workstation posture guidance . Individual viewing needs and equipment may require different arrangements. Using a fixed desk? You may need to set the chair in relation to the keyboard first, then support your feet. If the mismatch is too large, consider a suitable keyboard tray or a desk with a more appropriate height range. Which Part of Your Workspace Should You Upgrade First? Start with the limitation you cannot solve using the adjustments you already have. That gives each purchase a clear purpose. What you notice Check first Possible next step The seat feels too deep or too high. The chair’s seat-depth and height ranges. A chair with dimensions that better fit you. You lift your shoulders to reach the keyboard. The relationship between the chair and work surface. A lower keyboard surface, appropriate foot support or an adjustable desk. You lean forward to read the screen. Text size, screen distance and placement. A suitable monitor stand or arm if the existing stand cannot position the screen. Switching between sitting and standing is awkward. Desk controls, cable restrictions and available height range. A desk with easier controls or useful memory settings. You frequently readjust one chair feature. Whether the existing setting holds and fits the task. Compare easier manual controls with adaptive or powered alternatives. The workspace fits, but you rarely change position. Your routine and opportunities to take breaks. A practical reminder or change of activity may help without new furniture. What to Check Before Buying Smart Workspace Equipment Physical Compatibility Measure the available space. Check whether the chair’s armrests clear the desktop, whether a keyboard tray leaves enough legroom, and whether a monitor arm can attach securely to the desk. For a monitor arm, confirm the display’s mounting pattern and weight against the arm’s specifications. For a moving desk, account for accessories above and below the surface, including shelves, drawers and cables. Everyday Controls A feature is easier to use when its control is accessible during normal work. Check whether you can make the adjustments you need without reaching underneath the desk, opening an app or interrupting your task. Power and Offline Operation Ask which functions depend on a battery, outlet, internet connection or app. Do not assume every powered chair or desk behaves the same way when disconnected. Check the exact model’s instructions. Accounts and Data If an app is offered, review whether it requires an account, which permissions it requests and how saved profiles can be deleted. A product being described as smart does not, by itself, establish that it collects posture data or sends information to the cloud. Service and Replacement Parts Review the return terms, warranty scope and support for electrical components as well as the frame. Ask how replacement controls, power supplies or other service parts are obtained when relevant to the product. The chair in the setup Where the HBADA X7 Fits HBADA describes the X7 Smart Ergonomic Office Chair as offering AI lumbar tracking. It is an example of applying smart functionality to a specific part of the seated experience. When considering it for your workspace, review the product’s dimensions, controls and adjustment range alongside your desk measurements. Lumbar tracking does not set your keyboard height or position your monitor, so those adjustments remain part of the setup. Compare the exact model and variant before ordering. Do not assume that features, power requirements or operating modes are identical across the X7 family. Explore the HBADA X7 Frequently Asked Questions Is an adaptive lumbar support the same as AI lumbar tracking? Not necessarily. Adaptive support may use a mechanical response to movement or load. An AI-labeled system depends on the manufacturer’s design. Check how the support moves and what controls it. Do the chair and standing desk need to connect electronically? No. They can work together through suitable dimensions and separate adjustments. Only expect electronic coordination if the manufacturers explicitly document compatibility. Is a monitor arm necessary? Only if it solves a positioning or space problem. If the monitor’s existing stand provides the height, distance and angle you need, an arm may be optional. Can I use a smart ergonomic chair with a regular desk? Yes, provided the chair’s dimensions and adjustment range work with the desk. Check keyboard height, armrest clearance and space for your legs before choosing the chair. What happens when a smart chair runs out of power? That depends on the model. Check which functions require power, which adjustments remain available and whether the manual permits normal use while disconnected. Do not assume a universal backup mode. Can smart furniture automatically create perfect posture? No feature label guarantees that outcome. Your equipment still needs to fit your body and tasks. Automatic adjustments also cannot replace changes of position and activity. Should I replace my entire workspace at once? Usually, you can assess one limitation at a time. Identify what cannot be adjusted adequately, measure the available space and upgrade the component that addresses that problem first. Sources and scope: The IFA section summarizes a manufacturer-issued announcement. HBADA feature descriptions are attributed to the official product page. This article is an equipment-selection guide, not a hands-on comparative test. HUANUO workspace portfolio announcement — September 4, 2026 HSE — Workstation posture guidance HBADA X7 — Official product information Sep 06, 2026 Office Chair Safety Check: 7 Parts to Inspect Before You Sit Office Chair Safety Check: 7 Parts to Inspect Before You Sit Check seven key office chair parts, recognize warning signs, and know when to stop using your chair. Includes the September 2026 Branch recall context. Sep 06, 2026
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