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Argentina: Law No. 26.184 regulating the manufacturing, assembly and import of primary batteries amended
2025-07-23
The amendment entered into force on June 26, 2025. The joint application authorities will define new evaluation procedures allowing certifications from accredited foreign technical organizations to be considered valid.
On June 26, 2025, the Argentine President published Decree 431/2025 to amend Law No. 26.184, which regulates the manufacturing, assembly, and import of primary batteries in Argentina.
This decree aims to reduce state intervention and bureaucratic hurdles by allowing certifications from accredited foreign technical organizations to be considered valid. Previously, the National Institute of Industrial Technology (INTI) was primarily responsible for issuing these certifications. This change seeks to avoid duplicate requirements, reduce costs and transaction times for importers and manufacturers, and promote Argentina's integration into global trade.
The application authority for Law No. 26.184 is now jointly held by the Secretariat of Tourism, Environment, and Sports of the Deputy Chief of Cabinet of the Interior, and the Secretariat of Industry and Commerce of the Ministry of Economy.
This amendment mandates that the joint application authorities establish clear, uniform, and effective evaluation procedures that will accept results from foreign testing and evaluation entities that meet recognized reliability and accreditation standards.
Article 8 of Law No. 26.184 has been repealed.
Australia: General Guidance Acceptance of components listed in IECEE CB test reports - Customer Testing Facilities (CTF)
2025-07-21
This guidance, adopted in July 2025 by the Australian Standing Committee of Officials (SCO), provides information on suitability of details for components listed in IECEE CB test reports when components are listed as having beet tested in customer testing facilities (CTF).
In Year 2023, Guidance document #23-063 was published to clarify the acceptance of testing of CTF levels of IECEE CB test reports for complete equipment (Stage 1 and Stage 2).
This new guidance is an additional clarification on the components part (Stage 1, Stage 2 and Stage 3) .
More details can be found in the Guidance document #25-076.
Colombia: Implementation of updated versions of RETIE and RETILAP postponed
2025-07-04
The validity of current RETIE and RETILAP regulations has been extended to December 31, 2025. The entry into force of the updated versions has been postponed, among other reasons, due to the lack of sufficient accredited Certification Bodies and Inspection bodies for the updated versions.
The Ministry of Mines and Energy published Resolution 40304 of July 2, 2025, extending the validity of the current RETIE regulation, and Resolution 40318 of July 9, 2025, extending the validity of the current RETILAP regulation. Both regulations remain now valid until December 31, 2025. Such regulations were amended in 2024 and the amended versions were scheduled to enter into force in July and August 2025.
DEKRA is accredited according to the current regulations and expects to get accredited for the amended regulations by end of 2025, prior to their entry into force.
Indonesia: Regulation on Mandatory Implementation of Indonesian National Standards for Household Electronics enacted
2025-07-28
It entered into force on July 24, 2025, with a transition period of one year. Issued SNI product certificates for household electronics must be adjusted to comply with the new regulation by July 24, 2026. It affects products such as air conditioners, washing machines or refrigerators.
On January 24, 2025, the Indonesian Ministry of Industry enacted a Regulation on the mandatory implementation of Indonesian National Standards (SNIs) for household electronics.
Article 2(3) specifies the list of covered product types and their associated tariff/harmonised system numbers. Covered household electronics are those with a rated supply value of not exceeding 250V a.c. single phase or d.c. supply, and that are domestically produced and/or imported and put on the Indonesian market, including:
- air conditioner
- washing machine
- refrigerator, freezer
- water pump, submersible water pump
- electric and steam iron (with water reservoir, boiler)
- electric blender, electric juicer, electric mixer, chopper, food processor
- rice cooker, slow cooker
- electric kettle
- submersible water heater
- water dispenser
Per Article 2(2), the following 10 SNIs are subject to compulsory application:
- SNI IEC 60335-1:2020 Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 1: General requirements
- SNI IEC 60335-2-40:2009 Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-40: Particular requirements for electrical heat pumps, air-conditioners and dehumidifiers
- SNI IEC 60335-2-7:2010 Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-7: Particular requirements for washing machines
- SNI IEC 60335-2-24:2020 Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-24: Particular requirements for refrigerating appliances, ice-cream appliances and ice makers
- SNI IEC 60335-2-41:2010 Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-41: Particular requirements for pumps
- SNI IEC 60335-2-3:2022 Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-3: Particular requirements for electric irons
- SNI IEC 60335-2-74:2010 Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-74: Particular requirements for portable immersion heaters
- SNI IEC 60335-2-14:2011 Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-14: Particular requirements for kitchen machines
- SNI IEC 60335-2-15:2011 Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-15: Particular requirements for appliances for heating liquids
- SNI IEC 60335-2-89:2015 Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-89: Particular requirements for commercial refrigerating appliances with an incorporated or remote refrigerant unit or compressor
Business actors including industrial companies domiciled within Indonesia and overseas producers domiciled outside Indonesia that produce, import and/or distribute covered household electronics within the territory of Indonesia must implement the listed SNIs (Article 5). These SNIs are available for purchase at https://pesta.bsn.go.id/produk.
Compliance with the mandatory SNI implementation involves a conformity assessment that covers the audit of production processes and implementation of quality management system in accordance with ISO 9001:2015, and quality conformity testing pursuant to the relevant SNI provisions. The assessment results are expressed in the form of a SNI certificate (Article 6). Chapter 3 regulates all matters relating to the conformity assessment. An overview of the key requirements are highlighted as follows:
- Article 10 sets out the conditions that shall be fulfilled by industrial companies seeking to obtain the SNI certificate whereas Article 11 sets out the conditions for overseas producers.
- Articles 13-29 outline the detailed procedures for obtaining the SNI certificate. For overseas producers, the application may only be made by their authorised representatives.
- Articles 30-39 concern the approval and use of SNI mark and electronic mark.
Per Article 9(4), a SNI certificate remains valid for 5 years from the date of its issuance. A covered household electronic that has obtained the SNI certificate must be affixed with the SNI mark and electronic mark once approval has been obtained from the relevant authority in the form of SPPT SNI (Approval Letter for the Use of SNI Mark) (Article 30). The methods for affixing the marks are prescribed in the SNI Certification Scheme for Household Electronics that is attached as an Annex inseparable from this regulation (Article 39).
The regulation is scheduled to take effect 6 months following its enactment, namely on 24 July 2025. Upon its entry into force, the following regulations as well as their implementing provisions are repealed and rendered ineffective:
- Ministry of Industry Regulation No. 84/MIND/PER/8/2010 on the Mandatory Implementation of SNIs for 3 (Three) Electronics Industry Products (as amended by Regulation No. 17/MIND/PER/2/2012 );
- Ministry of Industry Regulation No. 34/M-IND/PER/7/2013 on the Mandatory Implementation of SNIs for Air Conditioners, Refrigerators and Washing Machines; and
- Ministry of Industry Regulation No. 58 of 2010 on the Mandatory Implementation of SNIs for Kitchen Appliances and Liquid Heating Equipment for Household Electricity Utilisers.
Transitional Provisions:
It should be noted that, pursuant to Article 54, when this regulation takes effect, previously issued SNI product certification for household electronics based on older regulations (as mentioned above) remains valid. However, these certificates must be adjusted to comply with the new regulation within one year from its enforcement, that is, by July 24, 2026.
Under Article 55, covered household electronics that already bear the SNI mark under previous ministerial regulations are exempted from the obligation to carry an electronic mark. Covered household electronics that are produced domestically and have been produced within a year from the date this regulation comes into force (i.e. by July 24, 2026) may still be circulated to end users. Covered household electronics that are imported and have completed customs obligations within a year from the date this regulation comes into force (i.e. by July 24, 2026) may also be circulated to end users.
Peru: Technical Standards on Air conditioning, Low Voltage Electrical Installations, Steel Products, Rotating Electrical Machines and others approved
The corresponding resolution entered into force on July 22, 2025.
On July 21, 2025, the Peruvian National Quality Institute INACAL, published Resolution No. 000016-2025-INACAL/DN, approving technical standards on Steel Products, Rotating Electrical Machines and others.
It approves 29 new Peruvian Technical Standards and related texts across various sectors.
- NTP 281.903-1:2025: AIR CONDITIONING. Air conditioners, liquid chillers, heat pumps and dehumidifiers with electrically driven compressors. Determination of sound power level. Part 1: Air conditioners, liquid chillers, heat pumps for heating and cooling of premises, dehumidifiers and process chillers. 1st Edition.
- NTP-ISO 16895:2025: Panels based on wood. Dry processed wood fiber boards. 1st Edition.
- NTP 251.107:2025: WOOD AND CARPENTRY FOR CONSTRUCTION. Sawn timber for structural use. Bending test method for full-scale beams. 2nd Edition.
- NTP 260.022:2025: FURNITURE. School furniture chair for teachers of educational institutions. Requirements. 3rd Edition.
- NTP-IEC 60364-8-1:2025: Low-voltage electrical installations. Part 8-1: Functional aspects. Energy efficiency. 2nd Edition.
- RTP-IEC/TR 62316:2025: Guide for the interpretation of OTDR backscatter traces for single-mode fibers. 1st Edition.
- NTP-IEC 61851-23:2025: Conductive charging system for electric vehicle. Part 23. D.C. electric vehicle supply equipment. 2nd Edition.
- NTP 151.401:2025: SACHA INCHI OIL. Good manufacturing practices. 2nd Edition.
- NTP 311.260:2025: EXPLOSIVES AND RELATED MATERIALS FOR CIVIL USE. Labeling. 4th Edition.
- NTP 241.101:2025: STEEL PRODUCTS. Structural steel for bridges. Requirements. 2nd Edition.
- NTP-IEC 60034-2-1:2025: Rotating electrical machines. Part 2-1: Standardized methods for the determination of losses and efficiency from tests (except machines for traction vehicles). 3rd Edition.
- NTP 370.505:2025: WATER HEATERS. Energy efficiency in storage water heaters that use gaseous fuels. Test method, classification and energy efficiency labeling. 2nd Edition.
- NTP-ISO 23306:2025: Specification of liquefied natural gas as fuel for marine applications. 1st Edition.
- NTP 321.123:2025: LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS. LPG installations for direct consumers and distribution networks. Requirements. 4th Edition.
- NTP 399.600:2025: MASONRY UNITS. Concrete blocks for non-structural use. Requirements. 4th Edition.
- NTP 399.602:2025: MASONRY UNITS. Concrete blocks for structural use. Requirements. 3rd Edition.
- NTP 399.609:2025: MASONRY UNITS. Standardized specification for masonry grout. 3rd Edition.
- NTP 399.612:2025: MASONRY UNITS. Concrete grilles. Requirements. 2nd Edition.
- NTP-ISO 1083:2025: Cast irons with spheroidal graphite. Classification. 2nd Edition.
- NTP-ISO 12006-3:2025: Building construction. Organization of information about construction works. Part 3: Framework for object-oriented information. 2nd Edition.
- NTP-ISO 19650-4:2025: Organization and digitalization of information about buildings and civil engineering works, including building information modeling (BIM). Information management using information modeling. Part 4: Information exchange. 1st Edition.
- NTP-ISO 16283-1:2025: Acoustics. In situ measurement of sound insulation in buildings and of building elements. Part 1: Airborne sound insulation. 1st Edition.
The resolution also revokes 20 existing Peruvian Technical Standards.
- NTP 151.401:2012 (revised 2018): SACHA INCHI OIL. Good manufacturing practices. 1st Edition.
- NTP 151.404:2013 (revised 2018): SACHA INCHI. Traceability. 1st Edition.
- NTP 241.101:2016: STEEL PRODUCTS. Structural steel for bridges. Requirements. 1st Edition.
- NTP-IEC 60034-2-1:2017 (revised 2022): Rotating electrical machines. Part 2-1: Standardized methods for the determination of losses and efficiency by tests (except machines for traction vehicles). 2nd Edition.
- NTP 370.505:2010: Energy efficiency in storage water heaters that use gaseous fuels. Test method, efficiency range and labeling. 1st Edition.
- NTP 281.903:2017: AIR CONDITIONING. Air conditioners, liquid chillers, heat pumps and dehumidifiers with electrically driven compressors for heating and cooling of premises. Measurement of airborne noise. Determination of sound power level. 1st Edition.
- NTP 251.107:1988 (revised 2017): SAWN TIMBER. Sawn timber for structural use. Bending test method for full-scale beams. 1st Edition.
- NTP 260.022:2013 (revised 2018): FURNITURE. Furniture for educational institutions, chair for teacher. Requirements. 2nd Edition.
- NTP-IEC 60364-8-1:2017: Low-voltage electrical installations. Part 8-1: Energy efficiency. 1st Edition.
- NTP-IEC 61851-23:2020: Conductive charging system for electric vehicle. Part 23: DC electric vehicle charging station. 1st Edition.
- NTP 311.224:2017: EXPLOSIVES AND BLASTING ACCESSORIES. Safety fuses. Requirements. 3rd Edition.
- NTP 311.260:2017: EXPLOSIVES AND RELATED MATERIALS FOR CIVIL USE. Labeling. 3rd Edition.
- NTP 321.123:2012 (revised 2018): LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS. Installations for direct consumers and distribution networks. 3rd Edition.
- NTP 399.600:2017: MASONRY UNITS. Concrete blocks for non-structural use. Requirements. 3rd Edition.
- NTP 399.602:2017: MASONRY UNITS. Concrete blocks for structural use. Requirements. 2nd Edition.
- NTP 399.609:2013 (revised 2018): MASONRY UNITS. Standardized specification for masonry grout. 2nd Edition.
- NTP 399.612:2003 (revised 2018): MASONRY UNITS. Concrete grilles. Requirements. 1st Edition.
- NTP-ISO 1083:2011 (revised 2016): Cast irons with spheroidal graphite. Classification. 1st Edition.
- NTP-ISO 12006-3:2021: Building construction. Organization of information about construction works. Part 3: Framework for object-oriented information. 1st Edition.
Thailand: Several Industrial Standards released
2025-06-24
They entered into through May, 2025. They cover Household and Similar Electrical Appliances, Electromechanical Switches for Use in Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Secondary Batteries and Battery Installations and Source Switching Equipment (SSE).
Through May 2025, the Thai Ministry of Industry issued several announcements establishing New Industrial Standard, such as:
- TIS 60335-2(69): Household and Similar Electrical Appliances – Safety – Part 2-69: Particular Requirements for Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaners, Including Power Brush, for Commercial Use;
- TIS 60335-2(72): Household and Similar Electrical Appliances - Safety - Part 2-72: Particular Requirements for Floor Treatment Machines with or without Traction Drive, for Commercial Use;
- TIS 61020-1: Electromechanical Switches for Use in Electrical and Electronic Equipment - Part 1: Generic Specification;
- TIS 62485-6: Safety Requirements for Secondary Batteries and Battery Installations - Part 6: Safe Operation of Lithium-ion Batteries in Traction Applications;
- TIS 62991 on Particular Requirements for Source Switching Equipment (SSE);
- TIS 60335-2(99) on Household and Similar Electrical Appliances - Safety - Part 2-99: Particular Requirements for Commercial Electric Hoods;
UK: New Safety Framework for Products, Including those Sold Online, published
2025-07-28
The Product Regulation and Metrology Act (PRAMA) 2025 was published on July 21, 2025. This Act serves as an enabling law, granting the Government broad powers to amend and update product safety rules via future legislative measures. It also establishes a framework for potential alignment with EU product and product-related environmental standards when advantageous to the UK.
The UK's new product safety framework law, the Product Regulation and Metrology Act, became law on July 21, 2025, upon receipt of Royal Assent. The Act establishes a new legal framework for product safety in the UK, without much substantive changes for now. It is accompanied by a Code of Conduct (see below), published on July 22, 2025, which clarifies how the new powers granted to the Government under the Act will be exercised.
The full impact of this Act will only be known once a secondary legislation including further details on proposed new substantive requirements is drafted. This is because the Act serves as an enabling law, granting the Government broad powers to amend and update product safety rules via future legislative measures.
The Act includes provisions that will make online marketplaces responsible for unsafe products they sell.
Provisions inserted by the House of Commons designating lithium-ion batteries as a priority product category subject to specific requirements have been removed from the final Act. Safeguards against excessive ministerial discretion are retained however, so that proposed Regulations drafted under this Act will require explicit parliamentary approval.
Online marketplaces
Online marketplaces selling to consumers in the UK will now bear greater responsibility for the safety and authenticity of products sold on their platforms.
This covers a service or feature of a service on
(a) a website or part of a website,
(b) a mobile application, or
(c) any other platform by means of which information is made available over the internet, which facilitates the marketing of products in the United Kingdom by that means.
Accountable parties include a persons controlling access to an online marketplace, controlling the contents of an online marketplace, or who acts as an intermediary for a person who controls such access or contents.
The government plans to consult further regarding the necessary regulations, but at the least online marketplaces will be expected to:
- Operate effective systems and processes to monitor for, identify, and prevent dangerous products from being made available on or through the marketplace.
- Cooperate with relevant authorities and other parties to eliminate or mitigate risks from unsafe products.
- Obtain and verify information about the identity and activities of sellers using their marketplace.
- Remove products that present risks as quickly as possible when alerted.
Next steps:
The Government plans to introduce the requirements for online marketplaces at the earliest opportunity to update their responsibilities.
Businesses should also expect announcements of forthcoming consultations on proposed product-specific regulations.
Chile: Resolution Allowing the Coexistence of the New and Old Safety and Energy Efficiency Test Protocols for Air Conditioning Equipment published
2025-07-23
Manufacturers and importers can certify their products under either the old or new standards during the period June 30, 2025 to April 30, 2026. The current energy efficiency label format applies until the new one is established or until April 30, 2026.
The Chilean Superintendence for Electricity and Fuels has issued Resolution No. 32725 on June 24, 2025, allowing both the old and new safety and energy efficiency protocols for air conditioners to coexist for a transition period.
The new protocols for safety (PE N°1/26:2023) and energy efficiency (PE N°1/26/2:2023) took effect on June 30, 2025, but the previous protocols (PE N°1/26:2009 for safety and PE N°1/26/2:2020 for energy efficiency) will remain valid until April 30, 2026. This means manufacturers and importers can certify their products under either the old or new standards during this period.
Additionally, since the new energy efficiency label format has not yet been defined, products certified under the new energy efficiency protocol must continue to use the previous label format until the new one is established or until April 30, 2026.
Costa Rica: Equivalence to AHRI Standard 210/240-2017 with RTCA 23.01.78:20 standard for Inverter Split Type Air Conditioners, with Variable Refrigerant Flow, Free Discharge and without Air Ducts granted
2025-07-22
It entered into force on June 23, 2025.
On June 23, 2025 the Costa Rica Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE), issued Resolution 0014-2025-DE, which addresses the equivalency of energy efficiency standards for air conditioners. In particular, it approves the equivalence of the AHRI 210/240-2017 standard, titled "Performance Rating of Unitary Air-conditioning & Air-source Heat Pump Equipment," with the Central American Technical Regulation (RTCA) 23.01.78:20, concerning “Electrical Products. Inverter Split Type Air Conditioners, with Variable Refrigerant Flow, Free Discharge and without Air Ducts. Energy Efficiency Specifications.”
The equivalency is valid for goods manufactured under the certificates included in the petition and the Equivalency Criterion from the Directorate of Standardization. The equivalency becomes invalid if the foreign standard certificates are updated, expire, or are modified; if the normative documents (RTCA 23.01.78:20 or the foreign normative document) are updated; or if products are certified under a different normative document than declared.
This equivalence has indefinite validity but will be invalidated by modifications, derogations, or annulments of the technical provisions of the normative document. The National Competent Authority (ANC) can withdraw the equivalency if there is evidence of non-compliance, and the interested party would then need to seek a new equivalency. Misuse of the equivalency may result in sanctions.
Costa Rica: Equivalence to Canadian standard CSA C300-15 and to NOM-015-ENER-2018 with RTCA 97.01.81:22 Energy Efficiency for Refrigerators and Freezers granted
It entered into force on June 23, 2025.
The corresponding resolutions were issued by the Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE) of Costa Rica on June 23, 2025. They relate to the regulatory requirements for household refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, freezers, and wine chillers that are manufactured, imported, or marketed in Costa Rica. The equivalences are valid indefinitely, but they will be revoked if the technical standards are changed, repealed, or if there is evidence of non-compliance or misuse. If this happens, a new equivalence process must be initiated to regain recognition.
Resolution No. 0011-2025-DE - Equivalence to Canadian standard CSA C300-15 with RTCA 97.01.81:22 Energy Efficiency for Refrigerators and Freezers
It officially recognizes Canadian standard CSA C300-15 (Energy performance and capacity of household refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, freezers) as equivalent to the Central American Technical Regulation RTCA 97.01.81:22 in Costa Rica. The equivalence covers energy efficiency limits, testing methods, and labeling requirements for the specified products.
Conformity Assessment: Products certified under CSA C300-15 using Type 5 conformity assessment scheme (based on INTE-ISO-IEC 17067) are accepted as valid for demonstrating compliance with Costa Rican and Central American requirements.
Resolution No. 0010-2025-DE - Equivalence to Mexican Standard NOM-015-ENER-2018 with RTCA 97.01.81:22 Energy Efficiency for Refrigerators and Freezers
It officially recognizes the Mexican standard NOM-015-ENER-2018 (energy efficiency for household refrigerators and freezers) as equivalent to the Central American Technical Regulation RTCA 97.01.81:22 in Costa Rica. The equivalence covers energy efficiency limits, testing methods, and labeling requirements for the specified products.
Conformity Assessment: Products certified under NOM-015-ENER-2018 using Scheme 5 (based on INTE-ISO-IEC 17067) are accepted as valid for demonstrating compliance with Costa Rican and Central American requirements. Manufacturers and suppliers can use conformity assessment results from recognized bodies in Mexico to satisfy local regulatory obligations.
Costa Rica: Equivalence to NOM-023-ENER-2018 with RTCA 23.01.80:21 standard for Electrical Inverter Split-type Air Conditioners granted
2025-07-22
It entered into force on June 30, 2025.
On June 30, 2025 the Costa Rica Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE), issued Resolution 0015-2025-DE, which addresses the regulation of energy efficiency for electrical products, specifically fixed-speed, split-type, ductless air conditioners with free discharge (mini-split and multi-split units).
This resolution highlights MINAE's authority, granted by Law 7152, to regulate the rational use of natural resources and energy efficiency, and emphasizes that mandatory product characteristics for commercialization are established through technical regulations under the National Quality System Law 10473.
This resolution approves the Central American Technical Regulation (RTCA) 23.01.80:21 for these electrical products, as outlined in Executive Decree 44016 COMEX-MEIC-MINAE. This RTCA, which became effective for Costa Rica and several other Central American nations on December 2, 2023 (and for El Salvador on 2 June 2023), sets minimum Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) requirements, specifies test methods, details conformity assessment procedures, and mandates labeling for air conditioners manufactured, imported, or sold within these regions. Furthermore, Executive Decree N°44964-MINAE complements this by establishing additional procedures for the RTCA's application in Costa Rica.
The resolution specifically addresses a formal request made on June 10, 2025, by Refrigeración Industrial Beirute S.A. for equivalency with Decree 44016-COMEX-MEIC-MINAE. The company sought to validate the Mexican standard "NOM-023-ENER-2018, Eficiencia energética en acondicionadores de aire tipo dividido, descarga libre y sin conductos de aire. Límites, métodos de prueba y etiquetado". A technical report, DE-0133-2025, issued by the Directorate of Energy on June 20, 2025, confirmed that NOM-023-ENER-2018 meets the technical equivalency criteria with Decree 44016 COMEX-MEIC-MINAE. This report also verified that the equipment listed in Annex A of the equivalency criterion (EQ 66-2025) adheres to the energy efficiency standards set by Decree 44016.
The resolution states that this equivalency has an indefinite validity but will be invalidated by any modifications, derogations, or annulments of the normative document. MINAE reserves the right to withdraw the equivalency if non-compliance is proven, requiring a new equivalency process. Additionally, any misuse of the equivalency discovered during market verification could lead to its withdrawal and other administrative penalties. The resolution will be published on MINAE's website and communicated to relevant entities, including the Costa Rican Accreditation Entity (ECA), the National Standardization Entity (ENN), and the Technical Obstacles Information Center (CIOT).
Costa Rica: Equivalence to regulation "ENERGY STAR Program Requirements for Consumer Refrigeration Products Version 5.0" with RTCA 97.01.81:22 Energy Efficiency for Refrigerators and Freezers granted
2025-07-22
It entered into force on June 30, 2025.
On June 30, 2025, the Costa Rica Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE) issued resolution No. 0016-2025-DE, which grants equivalence to the "ENERGY STAR Program Requirements for Consumer Refrigeration Products Version 5.0" with the Central American Technical Regulation RTCA 97.01.81:22 for electrical products, specifically refrigerators and freezers. This equivalency was requested by Discovery Zapotal Builders LTDA.
Key points of the resolution:
The Ministry of Environment and Energy is responsible for regulating the rational use of natural resources, energy, and energy efficiency. Technical regulations, like the RTCA, are used to establish mandatory product characteristics for commercialization.
The equivalency was granted based on a technical report from the Directorate of Energy (DE-0134-2025) and a criterion of equivalency (EQ 68-2025) from the Directorate of Standardization of the Institute of Technical Standards of Costa Rica (INTECO). These documents concluded that the ENERGY STAR program requirements meet the technical conditions of equivalency with RTCA 97.01.81:22.
The evaluation of conformity for the product, as applied by TRUE Manufacturing CO. INC, uses a TYPE 5 scheme, which is accepted.
Regarding labeling, national regulations (Decretos 44016 and 44964) must be followed for the characteristics and content of the information.
The equivalency has an indefinite validity but can be invalidated by modifications, derogations, or annulments of the normative document. The National Competent Authority (ANC) can withdraw the equivalency if there is evidence of non-compliance or misuse.
The resolution was signed by Randall Zúñiga Madrigal, Director of Energy, acting on behalf of the Minister of Environment and Energy.
EAEU: Entry into force of Energy Efficiency Technical Regulations and of updated Energy Consuming labels postponed
2025-07-23
The new date of implementation of Energy Efficiency Technical Regulations is September 1, 2028. The new Energy Consuming Labels will enter into force on March 1, 2028.
On July 8, 2025, the Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission, at the suggestion of Russia, postponed the entry into force of the Technical Regulations on Energy Efficiency Requirements for Energy-Consuming Devices to September 1, 2028.
This change will make possible to update a number of document requirements within the framework of amendments that are being prepared in accordance with the plan for developing technical regulations of the EAEU and amending them, and to complete the development and adoption of second-level acts necessary for the implementation of the technical regulations - a list of standards and energy efficiency labels for energy-consuming devices.
The same decision of the EEC Council postponed the entry into force of the decision of the Commission Council establishing the forms of labels for energy-consuming devices of various types and the rules for their design to March 1, 2028. The entry into force of certain requirements established in a number of appendices to the technical regulations was also postponed by three years.
Mexico: Standard NOM-016-ENER-2025 Energy Efficiency of Three-Phase AC Induction Motors, Squirrel Cage Type, with Nominal Power of 0.746 kW to 373 kW published
2025-07-23
Published on July 8, 2025, it will enter into force 180 days after its publication in the Official Gazette, which has not happened yet. It will supersede NOM-016-ENER-2016.
On July 8, 2025, the Mexican National Consultative Committee of Standards for the Preservation and Rational Use of Energy Resources (CCNNPURRE) published Mexican Standard NOM-016-ENER-2025. It covers energy efficiency of three-phase, squirrel-cage induction electric motors with nominal power ranging from 0.746 kW to 373 kW.
It applies to motors imported, manufactured, or commercialized within Mexico, including gearmotors, motor pumps, and motor compressors. Motors requiring auxiliary cooling equipment or operating with multiple rotation speeds are excluded.
Key aspects:
- It sets minimum energy efficiency values, test methods, marking requirements, and the conformity assessment procedure.
- The efficiency is determined using the segregated losses method, which involves calculating losses due to Joule effect in the stator and rotor windings, core losses, and friction and ventilation losses.
- Motors are classified by their enclosure type: open or closed.
- Motors must have a nominal efficiency equal to or greater than the values specified in Table 1 of the document.
- Motors must have a permanent, legible, and indelible data plate or label containing information such as manufacturer's name, model, enclosure type, country of origin, nominal efficiency, nominal power in kW, voltage, frequency, and rotation speed.
- It outlines the process for demonstrating compliance with the NOM, involving accredited and approved testing laboratories and product certification bodies. It details various certification modalities (periodic product testing, quality management system of the production line, or by lot), sampling procedures, and criteria for suspension, cancellation, and renewal of certificates.
- It was elaborated by (CCNNPURRE). It was signed by ISRAEL JÁUREGUI NARES, who is the President of the CCNNPURRE and Director General of (CONUEE).
This NOM-016-ENER-2025 cancels and replaces the previous NOM-016-ENER-2016. Certificates of Conformity issued according to NOM-016-ENER-2016 and prior to the entry into force of NOM-016-ENER-2025 will remain valid until its expiration.
EU: Final version of the proposed Regulation on Circularity Requirements for Vehicle Design and on Management of End-of-Life Vehicles published
2025-07-23
Published on July 7, 2025, this regulation is expected to be adopted in September. It would apply one year after its entry into force.
On July 7, 2025, the Environment and Internal Market Committees adopted their proposals on new EU rules to cover the entire vehicle lifecycle, from design to final end-of-life treatment.
The regulation would apply to cars and vans one year after its entry into force (five years for buses, heavy-duty vehicles, trailers, motorcycles, quads, mopeds and minicars). There are some exceptions, for instance for special-purpose vehicles and vehicles of historical interest. MEPs also want to exempt vehicles designed and built for use by the armed forces, civil defence, fire and emergency medical services, and vehicles of special cultural interest.
The new rules would require new vehicles to be designed so as to allow the easy removal of as many parts and components as possible by authorised treatment facilities, with a view to their replacement, reuse, recycling, remanufacturing or refurbishing, where technically possible. MEPs add that manufacturers should not hinder the removal and replacement of parts and components using software updates.
EU: New Rules for Assessment of the Carbon Footprint of Photovoltaic Panels in the context of the EU Ecodesign Directive released
2025-07-23
Published on July 7, 2025, they represent one of the first attempts (together with requirements in the EU Regulation on Batteries) to introduce a mandatory carbon footprint requirement for products in a regulatory context.
The European Commission Joint Research Center (JRC) scientists have put forward a set of rules for calculating the carbon footprint of photovoltaic (PV) modules. The proposal will inform the debate on setting Ecodesign requirements for PV panels and reduce emissions along their value chain.
Indonesia: Declaration of Conformity Format for Telecommunications Device Certification changed
2025-07-28
It will be effective on August 1, 2025. Applications submitted after August 31, 2025 without using the new format will be rejected.
The Indonesian Directorate of Digital Infrastructure Services under the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi) issued Circular Letter No. 3 of 2025 regarding Changes to the Format of Declaration of Conformity for Telecommunications Devices and/or Equipment Technical Standards.
The Circular Letter is addressed to all applicants for certification of telecommunications devices and/or equipment, as a follow-up to the provisions in Ministry of Communication and Informatics (Kominfo) Regulation No. 3 of 2024. In that regulation, Declaration of Conformity is one of the mandatory documents to be attached and evaluated in the certification application process.
The purpose of this format change is to improve efficiency and expedite the certification evaluation process.
All certification applications submitted on or after August 1, 2025 must use the new Declaration of Conformity format as stipulated in Attachment I of the Circular Letter. Applications submitted after August 31, 2025 without using the new format will be rejected.
The provisions of this Circular Letter cover all telecommunication devices and/or equipment that have met technical standards in accordance with prevailing laws and regulations.
Saudi Arabia: DEKRA in China extends its SASO accreditation scope for the amended Communications and IT Devices (ICT) Regulation and is already Listed in the SABER system
2025-07-30
The accreditation was granted on July 7, 2025. The transition period for business to comply with the new provisions of the ICT Regulation will end on August 16, 2025.
The amended ICT regulations entered into force on February 16, 2025, with a transition period until August 16, 2025.
To identify if the ICT product is in the scope of the amended ICT regulation, please check the SABER HS Code platform (link available below).
Applicants can select DEKRA China to provide certification services for their products in the SABER system. DEKRA's scope also includes certifications for products such as electric batteries and low voltage electrical devices and equipment, such as cooling appliances -like freezers and refrigerators-, kitchen appliances, electrical components, luminaries and lithium batteries.