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China: Carbon Footprint Reporting for Automotive Power batteries and Safety Requirements for Electric Vehicles
2026-01-20
The Carbon Footprint Reporting entered into force on December 30, 2025, with a trial operation phase until December 31, 2026, followed by mandatory regular reporting from January 1, 2027. The standard GB 18384-2025 on Electric Vehicles Safety Requirements will enter into force on July 1, 2026, when GB 18384-2020 will be formally repealed.
Through December, 2025, China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) launched a carbon footprint reporting framework for automotive power batteries and standard GB 18384-2025 on Electric Vehicles Safety Requirements.
Carbon Footprint summary: The initiative aims to establish, by end-2026, a comprehensive system covering:
- Calculation rules, standards, certification, and management
- Industry-wide background data
- Progressive international mutual recognition
- Reporting applies to all automotive power battery packs sold in China with rated energy >2 kWh.
- Battery manufacturers, importers, and vehicle manufacturers assembling battery packs are responsible for reporting.
- A trial phase runs from December 31, 2025 to December 31, 2026, followed by mandatory regular reporting from January 1, 2027.
- Third-party verification is a core requirement under both trial and regular phases.
Electric Vehicle Safety Standard (GB 18384-2025):
On December 31, 2025, China’s Standardisation Administration (SAC) and State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) issued GB 18384-2025, setting out updated safety requirements and test methods for electric vehicles.
- The new standard fully replaces GB 18384-2020 and applies to electric vehicles with an on-board drive system operating at Class B maximum voltage.
- Vehicles that remain continuously connected to the power grid during operation are explicitly excluded from the scope.
- Implementation and compliance timeline:
- From July 1, 2026: All new vehicle models applying for type approval must comply with GB 18384-2025.
- From the 13th month after implementation: Existing vehicle models that have already obtained type approval must also comply.
- GB 18384-2025 enters into force on July 1, 2026, at which point GB 18384-2020 will be formally repealed.
- This update strengthens China’s regulatory framework for electric vehicle safety and requires manufacturers to assess compliance impacts for both new and existing vehicle models ahead of the July 2026 effective date.
Albania: Implementation of an Extended Producer Responsibility System
2026-01-20
It entered into on January 13, 2026 and it is applicable from June 1. 2026. It aims to promote waste prevention, reuse, recycling, and recovery. It has a particular focus on packaging, batteries and accumulators, end-of-life vehicles, waste of electrical and electronic equipment, and used oils.
On December 4, 2025, the The Albanian Parliament has adopted Act No. 74, which establishes an extended producer responsibility (EPR) system for products that generate waste in Albania.
Key points for manufacturers' responsibilities and requirements:
- Producers must register as EPR subjects in the registry administered by the National Environment Agency [Article 5.2.a].
- Create and maintain a register of quantities of products produced or imported and placed on the market [Article 5.2.b].
- Report on products placed on the market in quantity and weight [Article 5.2.c].
- Accept returned products and waste generated after their use without charge [Article 5.2.ç].
- Producers are responsible for managing waste from their products and bearing financial responsibility for these activities [Article 5.2.d].
- Implement EPR system obligations, particularly regarding financial contributions and data collection for products placed on the market [Article 5.2.dh].
- Producers are required to inform consumers about reuse, delivery methods, collection systems, and environmental impacts [Article 5.2.e].
- Submit an annual self-declaration verifying the fulfillment of obligations for the previous year [Article 5.3].
- Producers are obligated to contribute to meeting national waste targets for products they place on the market [Article 5.6].
- Can fulfill their obligations by organizing their own take-back, collection, and treatment system, joining a collective system, or creating an EPR organization [Article 6.3].
- Financial contributions to be paid by the producers are covering collection, treatment, infrastructure investments, and awareness activities [Article 6.6]. Contributions must be paid quarterly based on market quantities [Article 13.2].
- Provide clear information on product labels or official websites about reuse, disposal, and environmental impact [Article 7.2].
- Register with an EPR organization if not organizing their own take-back system [Article 8.1].
- Submit quarterly reports to the EPR organization on the quantity of EPR products placed on the market to the SHPZP [Article 9.1].
Article 20 outlines the procedure for registering production entities under the extended producer responsibility (EPR) system. The key points are:
1. Producers must apply for registration through the unified government portal "e-Albania"[Article 20.1].
2. The National Environment Agency (AKM) issues a registration certificate within 30 working days of the application[Article 20.1].
3. The Council of Ministers, upon proposal from the minister responsible for the environment, will approve detailed rules regarding[Article 20.2]:
- Registration and deregistration procedures
- Deadlines
- Required documentation
- Data maintenance and updating
This article establishes a streamlined digital registration process for producers subject to EPR obligations, with a specific timeframe for certificate issuance. It also delegates the authority to set more detailed procedural rules to the Council of Ministers, ensuring flexibility in implementation and potential future adjustments to the registration system.
Article 26 outlines two key transitional provisions:
1. Exemption from financial contribution:
- Producers subject to taxes on plastic materials/articles and plastic/glass packaging under Law No. 9975 (28.7.2008) are exempt from paying the financial contribution required by this new law [Article 26.1].
2. Implementation of administrative procedures:
- Administrative requirements and procedures affected by this law will be implemented once technical developments for receiving applications in the Integrated Environmental Information System are completed [Article 26.2].
Brazil: Consultation on New Conformity Assessment Requirements for Information Technology Equipment and Energy Efficiency for LED equipment launched
2026-01-26
It was opened until February 1, 2026. For IT Goods, Inmetro proposes an alternative to physically affixing the Conformity Identification Seal on the product by allowing the seal image to be provided electronically (e-label). For LED equipment, the Brazilian Ministry of Mines and Energy published a draft Resolution establishing energy efficiency standards for LED light sources.
On December 2025, Inmetro Brazil and the Brazilian Ministry of Mines and Energy released draft Resolution establishing new requirements for IT Goods and Energy Efficiency standards for LED light sources.
1. IT Goods Public Consultation: For an Electronic Conformity Identification Seal (e-label)
- Inmetro proposes an alternative to physically affixing the Conformity Identification Seal on the product by allowing the seal image to be provided electronically (e-label). The electronic seal may be made available through the product’s BIOS or system firmware, or via a Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) emulator for legacy BIOS systems, subject to the following conditions:
- The option applies exclusively to:
- Devices with an integrated display, or
- Devices that operate when connected to a host with a display.
- The electronic seal must:
- Be accessible directly through the BIOS, without passwords, special permissions, or additional plug-ins.
- Be user-friendly and preferably reachable within three steps from the BIOS main menu.
- Instructions for accessing the electronic seal must be provided in:
- The user manual,
- A quick-start guide, or
- On the product packaging.
- The seal image must be:
- Clearly displayed and legible, and
- Viewable without requiring any additional user action.
- The electronic seal must remain stored in memory and remain accessible even after:
- A factory reset, or
- estoration of the operating system.
- The use of an electronic seal does not replace the requirement to affix a physical Conformity Identification Seal on the product packaging.
- Suggestions and comments on the proposed text may be submitted at https://brasilparticipativo.presidencia.gov.br/ until 2 February 2026.
2. Energy Efficiency for LED Equipment (Requirements):
The products in scope include:
- LED lamps, bulb-type or tubular-type, as defined in Article 1(I); and
- LED luminaires for indoor or outdoor use, including ceiling-mounted (recessed, surface-mounted, or pendant), wall-mounted, or floor-mounted luminaires, as well as projector, reflector, and high-bay luminaires.
- Scope of Application: This Resolution applies to LED light sources intended for lighting or decorative purposes, including:
- LED light sources with a control device (driver) integrated into the base or body as a single, non-detachable unit.
- LED light sources with an independent or built-in control system (driver).
- The Resolution covers products that may:
- Be of any dimensions or shapes.
- Be designed for recessed or surface mounting.
- Have fixed or variable colour temperature.
- Be intended for indoor or outdoor use.
- The Resolution applies to products designed to operate on:
- Alternating current (AC) distribution networks at:
- A frequency of 60 Hz, and
- Nominal voltages of 127 V or 220 V, or voltage ranges that include these values; and
- Direct current (DC) power supply.
The following products are excluded from the scope of the Resolution:
- Ultraviolet (UV) light sources;
- Light sources intended for use in explosive atmospheres, ozone generation, medical equipment, automotive and aviation applications, electronic displays, toys, and cycling or sports equipment;
- OLED sources;
- LED sources designed for use in film and television studios;
- Portable LED light sources;
- LED sources incorporating a photovoltaic (PV) system;
- LED strips; and
- Streetlights.
Note 1: Equipment within scope must comply with the energy performance parameters set forth in Article 3. The minimum luminous efficacy limits are established at 120 lm/W as of 2027 and 140 lm/W as of 2030.
Note 2: Products that do not meet the minimum energy performance standards (MEPS) based on the applicable luminous efficacy limits will be:
- Prohibited from manufacture as of December 31 , 2026 and December 31 , 2029, respectively;
- Importers and manufacturers may continue to market such products until June 30, 2027 and June 30, 2030;
- Wholesalers and retailers may continue to market them until December 31, 2027 and December 31, 2030.
Israel: Standard Updates for Low-Voltage Switchgear Assemblies and Control Panels and for Air Conditioners (type A3 refrigerant)
2026-01-20
They entered into force through December 2025 and January 2026. Standards were replaced and extend the deadline for adopting a European standard.
Summary – Recent Israeli Regulatory Updates on Standards and Import Rules
- December 24, 2025 – Update to Low-Voltage Switchgear Standards
- The Israeli Minister of Economy and Industry published an announcement under the Standards Law, 1953 updating official standards for low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies.
- The following standards were updated:
- SI 61439 Part 1 – General rules (December 2025), replacing the April 2013 version (as amended)
- SI 61439 Part 2 – Power switchgear and controlgear assemblies (December 2025), replacing the previous edition
- The new standards entered into force on December 24, 2025, with a 12-month transitional period during which both the old and new standards may be applied in parallel.
- December 31, 2025 – Extension of European Adopted Regulations Order
- The Minister of Economy, with approval from the Knesset Economic Affairs Committee, signed an order extending the validity of the “European Adopted Regulations” framework by one additional year.
- The extension allows Israel additional time to formally incorporate certain mandatory European regulations that have not yet been fully implemented into local law, specifically into the “Fifth Schedule.”
- January 1, 2026 – Extension of Temporary Import and Standards Regulation
- An official order, signed on December 31, 2025 and published on January 1, 2026, extended a temporary regulation related to Israeli standards and import requirements.
- The order postpones the expiration of a 2025 amendment to the Fifth Schedule concerning the exclusion of air conditioners using A3 refrigerants from import and production.
- The expiration date was extended from December 31, 2025 to March 1, 2026, following a recommendation from a special exceptions committee.
- Overall, these measures provide additional transition time for industry to adapt to updated standards, align Israeli regulations more closely with European requirements, and manage temporary import restrictions.
Luxembourg: New Standards applicable to Electrotechnical, Non-electrical and Telecommunication Fields published
2026-01-26
They entered into force on January 20, 2026.
On January 16, 2026, the Luxembourgish Standards Body released and expanded the list of standards applicable in the electrotechnical field in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg with the inclusion of:
Telecommunication Field:
- ILNAS-EN 301 126-1 V2.1.1 Fixed Radio Systems; Conformance testing; Part 1: Point-to-point equipment; Definitions, general requirements and test procedures
- ILNAS-EN 301 489-5 V2.3.1 ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 5: Specific conditions for Private land Mobile Radio (PMR) and ancillary equipment (speech and non-speech) and Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA); Harmonised Standard for ElectroMagnetic Compatibility
- ILNAS-EN 302 065-4-4 V2.1.1 Short Range Devices (SRD) using Ultra Wide Band technology (UWB); Harmonised Standard for access to radio spectrum; Part 4: Material Sensing devices; Sub-part 4: Exterior material sensing applications for ground-based vehicles below 10.6 GHz
- ILNAS-EN 302 217-1 V3.4.1 Fixed Radio Systems; Characteristics and requirements for point-to-point equipment and antennas; Part 1: Overview, common characteristics and requirements not related to access to radio spectrum
- ILNAS-EN 302 217-2 V3.4.1 Fixed Radio Systems; Characteristics and requirements for point-to-point equipment and antennas; Part 2: Digital systems operating in frequency bands from 1 GHz to 174.8 GHz; Harmonised Standard for access to radio spectrum
- ILNAS-EN 302 217-4 V2.2.1 Fixed Radio Systems; Characteristics and requirements for point-to-point equipment and antennas; Part 4: Antennas
- ILNAS-EN 302 372 V3.1.1 Short Range Devices (SRD) using Ultra Wide Band technology (UWB); Harmonised standard for access to radio spectrum; Tank Level Probing Radar (TLPR) equipment operating in the frequency ranges 4.5 GHz to 7 GHz, 8.5 GHz to 10.6 GHz, 24.05 GHz to 27 GHz, 57 GHz to 64 GHz, 75 GHz to 85 GHz
- ILNAS-EN 305 550-5 V1.1.1 Short Range Devices (SRD) to be used in the 40 GHz to 260 GHz frequency range; Harmonised Standard for access to radio spectrum; Part 5: Ultra Short Range Communication (USRC) equipment operating within 57 GHz to 64 GHz
Non-electrical Field:
- ILNAS-EN 81-76:2025 Safety rules for the construction and installation of lifts - Particular applications for passenger lifts and freight lifts - Part 76: Evacuation of disabled persons by means of lifts
- ILNAS-EN 228:2025 Automotive fuels - Unleaded gasoline - Requirements and test methods
- ILNAS-EN 590:2025 Fuels for motor vehicles - Fuels for diesel engines (diesel oil) - Requirements and test methods
- ILNAS-EN 755-2:2025 Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Extruded bars, tubes and profiles - Part 2: Mechanical properties
- ILNAS-EN 817:2024/AC:2025 Sanitary fittings - Mechanical mixers (PN 10) - General technical specifications
- ILNAS-EN 1017:2025 Chemicals for the treatment of water intended for human consumption - Semi-calcined dolomite
- ILNAS-EN 3475-404:2025 Aerospace series - Electrical cables for aeronautical use - Test methods - Part 404: Thermal shock
- ILNAS-EN 6118:2025 Aerospace series - Pure aluminum IVD coating for fasteners
- ILNAS-EN 12312-15:2020+A2:2025 Aircraft ground equipment - Special requirements - Part 15: Baggage tractors and equipment
- LNAS-EN 15780:2025 Building ventilation - Ductwork systems - Cleanliness of ventilation systems
- ILNAS-EN 16139:2025 Furniture - Safety, strength and durability - Requirements and test methods applicable to seating for non-domestic use
- ILNAS-EN 17744:2025 Agricultural and forestry equipment - Environmental requirements for powder snow blowers
- ILNAS-EN 17961:2025 Mountaineering and climbing equipment - Load distribution devices - Safety requirements and test methods
- ILNAS-EN ISO 5149-4:2025 Refrigeration systems and heat pumps - Safety and environmental requirements - Part 4: Operation, maintenance, repair and recovery (ISO 5149-4:2022)
- ILNAS-EN ISO 6270-2:2025 Paints and varnishes - Determination of resistance to moisture - Part 2: Condensation (exposure in an enclosure with a heated water tank) (ISO 6270-2:2025)
- ILNAS-EN ISO 7405:2025 Oral and dental medicine - Evaluation of the biocompatibility of medical devices used in oral and dental medicine (ISO 7405:2025)
- ILNAS-EN ISO 7979:2025 Leather - Colour fastness tests - Colour fastness to hydroalcoholic mixtures (ISO 7979:2025)
- ILNAS-EN ISO 11980:2025 Ophthalmic optics - Contact lenses and contact lens care products - Requirements and recommendations for clinical investigations (ISO 11980:2025)
- ILNAS-EN ISO 13669:2025 Fasteners - Grooved pins - General requirements (ISO 13669:2025)
- ILNAS-EN ISO 14732:2025 Welding personnel - Qualification test for welding operators and welding setters for mechanized and automatic welding of metallic materials (ISO 14732:2025)
- ILNAS-EN ISO 18752:2025 Rubber hoses and flexible hoses - Single pressure hydraulic types, with metal wire or braided textile reinforcement - Specifications (ISO 18752:2025)
Electrotechnical Field:
- ILNAS-EN 60730-1:2016/A11:2024/AC:2025-07 Automatic electrical control devices - Part 1: General requirements
- ILNAS-EN IEC 55011:2025 Industrial, scientific and medical equipment - Characteristics of radio interference - Limits and measurement methods
- ILNAS-EN IEC 60335-2-34:2023/A12:2025 Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-34: Particular requirements for motor-driven compressors
- ILNAS-EN IEC 60350-2:2025 Household cooking appliances - Part 2: Cooktops - Methods for measuring fitness for purpose
- ILNAS-EN IEC 60947-9-2:2025 Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Part 9-2: Active arc fault mitigation systems - Optical devices for internal arc detection and mitigation
- ILNAS-EN IEC 61554:2025 Panel-mounted devices - Electrical measuring instruments - Dimensions for panel mounting
- ILNAS-EN IEC 61847:2025 Ultrasound - Surgical systems - Measurement and reporting of basic emission characteristics
- ILNAS-EN IEC 62841-2-7:2024/AC:2025-07 Power tools, handheld tools and garden and lawn machinery - Safety - Part 2-7: Particular requirements for handheld spray guns
- ILNAS-EN IEC 63522-18:2025 Electrical relays - Testing and measurement - Part 18: Coil thermal resistance
Thailand: Establishment of Industrial Standards for Household Appliances and Criteria for the Use of Frequencies and Radio Communication Equipment for General Use
2026-01-20
They entered into force through December 2025.
TIS 60335 Part 2(17)-2568: For Blankets, Pads, Clothing and Similar Flexible Heating Appliances:
- It specifies particular safety requirements for flexible electrical heating appliances intended to heat beds or the human body.
- It supplements the general safety requirements for household and similar electrical appliances by setting out additional provisions applicable to blankets, pads, heated clothing, and similar flexible heating appliances.
- It applies to appliances for household and similar use with:
- Rated voltage not exceeding 250 V.
- Including mains-powered, DC-powered, and battery-operated appliances.
- Covers appliances not normally intended for household use but which may nevertheless present a hazard to the public.
- TIS 60335 Part 2(17)-2568 adopts the particular requirements of IEC 60335-2-17, using the English-language IEC text as the reference.
- The standard addresses common electrical, thermal, mechanical and fire hazards associated with flexible heating appliances and includes specific provisions for testing, construction, marking and protection.
- The Announcement entered into force on December 27 , 2025.
TIS 60335 Part 2(31)-2568: For Range Hoods and Other Cooking Fume Extractors:
- Particular safety requirements for electrically-operated range hoods and other cooking fume extractors.
- It supplements the general safety requirements for household and similar electrical appliances by introducing additional provisions specific to appliances intended to remove cooking fumes, vapours, and grease.
- It applies to range hoods and cooking fume extractors intended to be electrically installed above, beside, behind, or beneath cooking appliances such as cookers, hobs, and similar equipment, with:
- Rated voltage not exceeding 250 V.
- Including mains-powered, DC-powered, and battery-operated appliances.
- Covers appliances not normally intended for household use but which may nevertheless present a hazard to the public.
- Certain appliances are excluded, including appliances intended for commercial purposes covered by IEC 60335-2-99 and appliances designed for use in special environments with corrosive or explosive atmospheres.
- TIS 60335 Part 2(31)-2568 adopts the particular requirements of IEC 60335-2-31, using the English-language IEC text as the reference.
- The standard addresses common electrical, thermal, mechanical, and fire hazards associated with range hoods and cooking fume extractors and includes requirements on testing, construction, marking, and protection.
- The standard enters into force on April 26, 2026.
TIS 60335 Part 2(51)-2568: For Stationary Circulation Pumps for Heating and Water Supply Electrical Installations:
- Specifies particular safety requirements for electrically operated stationary circulation pumps used in heating systems and service water installations.
- Supplements general safety requirements for household and similar electrical appliances with provisions specific to circulation pumps.
- Applies to stationary circulation pumps for household and similar use:
- Rated voltage up to 250 V for single-phase appliances.
- Rated voltage up to 480 V for other appliances, including DC-operated pumps.
- Includes pumps not normally intended for household use but that may present hazards to the public (e.g. shops, light industry, farms).
- Excludes:
- Pumps for liquids other than water.
- Pumps other than circulation pumps.
- Pumps intended exclusively for industrial use.
- Pumps designed for special environments with corrosive or explosive atmospheres.
- TIS 60335 Part 2(51)-2568 adopts the requirements of IEC 60335-2-51, using the English-language IEC text as the reference.
- Addresses electrical, thermal, mechanical, and fire hazards associated with stationary circulation pumps.
- Includes requirements for testing, construction, marking, and protective measures.
- Entered into force on December 27, 2025.
TIS 60335 Part 2(108)-2568: For Specific Requirements for Electrolytic Separators:
- The Ministry of Industry of Thailand has issued a new safety standard for electrolysers used in household and similar electrical appliances.
- Covers electrolysers that produce low-viscosity ionized liquids used as detergent-free cleaning water.
- Common applications include dishwashers, washing machines, and water makers for hygienic cleaning.
- Applies to appliances with a rated voltage not exceeding 250 V, including DC-operated and battery-powered devices.
- The standard is based on or references the following IEC standards:
- IEC 60335-1: Safety of household and similar electrical appliances – General requirements.
- IEC 60335-2-5: Particular requirements for dishwashers.
- IEC 60335-2-7: Particular requirements for washing machines.
- IEC 60335-2-108: Particular requirements for electrolysers.
- • Does not apply to:
- Appliances designed exclusively for industrial use.
- Appliances intended for use in harsh environments, such as corrosive or explosive atmospheres (dust, vapor, or gas).
- Notes that additional requirements may apply to appliances used in vehicles, ships, or aircraft.
- The 28-page standard includes technical requirements for moisture resistance, mechanical strength, and protection against electric shock.
- The full document is available from the Thai Industrial Standards Institute (TISI) library and website.
- The standard became effective on 27 December 2025, following its publication in the Official Gazette.
Criteria for the Use of Frequencies and Radio Communication Equipment (General Use):
- On 4 December 2025, the Thailand Office of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) finalized amendments to the Criteria for Using Frequencies and Radio Communication Devices Allowed for General Use.
- The amendments incorporate changes that were originally proposed in December 2024.
- The updated criteria introduce revised frequency allocations and technical requirements for:
- DECT equipment
- Wireless microphones
- Frequency allocations for WLAN and other low-power wireless equipment remain unchanged.
- Approved frequency ranges, maximum power levels (e.i.r.p.), and primary applications include:
- < 135 kHz; 150 mW; RFID
- 13.553 – 13.567 MHz; 10 mW / 1 W; General use / RFID
- 26.965 – 27.405 MHz; 100 mW / 500 mW; Citizen Band (CB) radio
- 88 – 108 MHz; 10 mW; Wireless microphones (in-car use only)
- 2400 – 2500 MHz; 100 mW; RFID / RLAN / UAS (drones)
- 5.15 – 5.85 GHz; 200 mW – 1 W; RFID / RLAN / UAS (drones)
- 5.925 – 6.425 GHz; 250 mW; Indoor RLAN
- 76 – 81 GHz; 10 mW / 55 dBm; Radar / vehicle radar
- The amended criteria entered into force on December 5, 2025.
Colombia: Public Consultation to Update the Technical Regulation for Energy Efficiency Labelling of End-Use Electrical and Fuel Gas Equipment (RETIQ) launched
2026-01-22
Electric ovens and televisions would be newly included in the scope of RETIQ with a six months transition period, which would also apply to the entire resolution. It would introduce mandatory energy efficiency labelling to inform consumers about product performance. Comments are accepted until February 17.
On December 19, 2025, the Colombian Ministry of Mines and Energy published a draft Resolution to update the Technical Regulation for Energy Efficiency Labelling of End-Use Electrical and Fuel Gas Equipment (RETIQ).
Scope of application (Section 3.1):
- Energy end-use equipment sales services
- Air conditioners
- Refrigeration equipment
- Lighting ballasts
- Electric motors
- Washing machines
- Water heaters
- Domestic gas cooking appliances
- Electric ovens (newly included)
- Televisions (newly included)
Exemptions:
- Advertising material intended for testing and market research
- Electric motors used as spare parts
- Motors integrated into machines or tools during manufacturing
- Evaporator or indoor units used exclusively in air conditioning equipment
Labelling requirements (Chapter II):
- Products must bear a permanent, legible, and indelible energy label.
- Labels must be in Arial font and comply with the size specifications in Section 6.3.2.
- Information must be provided in Spanish and include, as applicable:
- Energy consumption
- Energy performance indicators
- Type of equipment
- Brand and model
- Equipment-specific requirements are detailed in Chapter III
Conformity assessment (Chapter IV):
- Manufacturers and importers must obtain certification from an authorised testing laboratory or product certification body, in accordance with Section 8.1.1.
- Certification is required prior to importation or manufacture in Colombia.
Obligations for suppliers and retailers:
- Only products with a valid certificate of conformity and the corresponding energy efficiency label may be offered to consumers.
Market surveillance and enforcement (Chapter V):
- Compliance will be monitored by the competent authorities.
- Non-compliance may result in sanctions under Law 1480, Decree 1471 of 2014, and Decree 2269 of 1993.
Registration requirement:
- Importers and manufacturers must register with the Product Importers and Producers Register before placing products on the market.
Entry into force:
- The Resolution will enter into force six months after publication in the Official Gazette.
- Requirements for electric ovens and televisions will apply six months after the entry into force date.
- Comments on the draft Resolution are accepted until 17 February 2026.
India: Energy Efficiency - Regulation on Particulars and Manner of their Display on Labels of Washing Machine repealed
2026-01-22
The regulation issued to make the energy labelling for washing machines mandatory was repealed on January 13, 2026. The energy efficiency labelling of washing machines continues to be voluntary for washing machines until further notice.
The information about the voluntary energy labelling for washing machines is available in the link below to the BEE Energy Labelling program.
Iraq: Energy Efficiency - Labeling requirements for Household Electrical Appliances
2026-01-22
Notice published on January 12, 2026. Labels apply to devices such as air conditioners (split and window types), refrigerators, freezers, automatic washing machines, and various types of electric lamps.
On January 12, 2026, Iraq’s Central Organization for Standardization and Quality Control (COSQC) published a notice outlining the technical requirements for energy efficiency labels for household appliances.
Products covered:
- Air conditioners (split and window types)
- Refrigerators
- Freezers
- Automatic washing machines
- Electric lamps (various types)
- Domestic electric storage water heaters (under Iraqi Standard No. 5312)
Purpose of energy efficiency labels:
- Provide consumers with clear information on annual electricity consumption (kWh).
- Display an energy performance rating to enable comparison between appliances of similar size and function.
- Help consumers identify and select more energy-efficient products.
Efficiency classification:
- The notice emphasizes the use of high-efficiency appliances (Class A) to reduce electricity consumption.
- Policy objectives:
- Promote rational and efficient use of energy among consumers.
- Support national sustainability and energy conservation efforts.
Paraguay: National Frequency Allocation Plan amended
2026-01-20
It entered into force on December 30, 2025. The amendment enables the adoption of wider bandwidth channels (two 50 MHz channels) in the 2,300–2,400 MHz band and the use of the 3,800–4,200 MHz band for fixed satellite services.
Summary – National Frequency Allocation Plan
- On 30 December 2025, the National Commission of Telecommunications issued Resolution No. 3339/2025, introducing amendments to the National Frequency Allocation Plan (PNAF).
- The Resolution formally designates the 3,700–3,800 MHz frequency band for International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT) systems, supporting the deployment of advanced mobile services.
- It also amends National Notes PRG-25, PRG-51, PRG-71, and PRG-74 of the PNAF to update spectrum usage conditions.
- Key impacts of these amendments include:
- Authorization of wider bandwidth channelization in the 2,300–2,400 MHz band, allowing the use of two 50 MHz channels.
- Confirmation of the 3,800–4,200 MHz band for fixed satellite services.
- These changes aim to enhance spectrum efficiency, facilitate next-generation mobile networks, and ensure continued support for satellite communications.
Switzerland: Technical Standards for Radio Communications Installations updated.
2026-01-22
They were published on January 5, 2026. The list incorporates those referenced in the various European Commission Implementing Decisions on harmonised standards for radio communications installations.
On January 5, 2026 the Swiss Information Center for Technical Rules (SWITEC) published a list of Technical Standards updated.
Purpose of the list:
- Designates the technical standards applicable to radio communications installations.
- Compliance with these standards creates a presumption of conformity under Article 31 of the Swiss Telecommunications Act.
- Content of the list:
- Includes EN standards, with titles provided in French, German, and Italian.
Contains references to:
- Publication in the Official Journal of the European Union
- Publication in the Swiss Federal Gazette
- Official sources from which the standards may be obtained
Regulatory function:
- Serves as an index of harmonised standards used to demonstrate conformity of radio communications installations placed on the Swiss market.
- Supports compliance with the essential requirements of:
- The Swiss Telecommunications Act
- The relevant Ordinance
Alignment with EU legislation:
- Incorporates standards referenced in European Commission Implementing Decisions on harmonised standards for radio communications installations.
Vietnam: Adoption of Technical Regulation on Electromagnetic Compatibility for Mobile Terminals and Ancillary Equipment under Digital Cellular Telecommunication Systems
2026-01-20
It will enter into on force on February 15, 2026, with a transition period for full compliance until January 1, 2027.
On December 31, 2025, Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) issued Circular No. 52/2025/TT-BKHCN, promulgating the new national technical regulation QCVN 86:2025/BKHCN on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) for mobile terminals and ancillary equipment used in digital cellular telecommunication systems.
Summary: EMC Technical Regulation for Mobile Terminals (QCVN 86:2025/BKHCN under Circular No. 52/2025/TT-BKHCN)
- The regulation applies to manufacturers, importers, and other economic operators in Vietnam and establishes comprehensive EMC requirements, including:
- Emission limits
- Immunity requirements
- Quality criteria for signal transmission and reception
- QCVN 86:2025/BKHCN defines detailed testing conditions and methodologies, covering:
- Signal configurations, power control, and modulation techniques
- Measurement of both narrowband and broadband disturbances
- Frequency ranges extending above 6 GHz
- The regulation is closely aligned with international standards, extensively referencing ETSI and 3GPP specifications for conformity assessment and technical parameters, including:
- Applicable frequency bands and transmission protocols
- Performance metrics such as Bit Error Rate (BER) and Block Error Rate (BLER)
- It establishes quality performance criteria for both continuous and intermittent transmissions, ensuring that devices:
- Maintain minimum signal quality
- Preserve essential functions, including user data handling and transmission, across all operating modes
- The Circular also clarifies compliance obligations, including:
- Declarations of conformity and certification procedures
- Record-keeping requirements in line with Circular No. 03/2025/TT-BKHCN
- Market surveillance measures, including withdrawal of non-compliant products
- Annexes to the regulation address:
- Acoustic noise limits for handheld devices
- Acceptable data transmission error rates
- Harmonised HS codes for mobile terminal products
- Entry into force: February 15, 2026
- Transition: The existing regulation QCVN 86:2019/BTTTT will be repealed by January 1, 2027, allowing a defined transition period for industry compliance.
- This update strengthens Vietnam’s EMC regulatory framework for mobile devices, aligns national requirements with global standards, and provides industry with a clear transition timeline.