Minimum Energy Performance Standards and Labelling ( No. 51/2011/QD-TTg)
The minimum energy efficiency level and the roadmap for implementation are as follows:
Implementation of energy labeling in compulsory forms:
- From July 1, 2013 for household appliances: Straight tube fluorescent lamps, compact fluorescent lamps, electromagnetic and electronic ballasts for fluorescent lamps, air conditioners, standing washing machines, electric rice cookers, electric fans;
- From January 1, 2014 for household appliances: Refrigerators, horizontal cage washing machines, television sets;
- From July 1, 2013 for industrial equipment group including: Three-phase distribution transformer, electric motor.
For home appliances group:
As of January 1, 2015, it is not allowed to import and produce equipment with energy efficiency below the minimum energy efficiency level
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