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Since Jan. 1, 2019, it has been mandatory for suppliers and manufacturers of energy-labeled products to register them in the European Product Database for Energy Labeling (EPREL). This database was created by the European Commission with the aim of tightening market surveillance of these products. It is estimated that 10% to 25% of all energy-labeled products are not fully compliant with Regulation (EU) 2017/1369 establishing a framework for energy labeling. This regulation was created so that consumers can make informed choices based on the energy use of products. In the first quarter of 2020, the EPREL database will be made publicly available to increase transparency to consumers.
Registration is required for products you placed on the market as of August 1, 2017 in the following categories:
Any products you bring to market after January 1, 2019, you must register before they are actually on the market. Products placed on the market between August 1, 2017 and December 31, 2018 should have been registered by June 30, 2019. An EPREL registration is not required if the products were placed on the market before August 1, 2017.
What information you need to enter into EPREL varies by product category, but is broadly similar. You will have to enter or upload the energy label, test reports, technical documentation, product specifications and contact information for all products. In addition, depending on the product category, water consumption, storage capacity and noise emissions, among other things, also apply.
In addition to the obligation to register in EPREL, Regulation (EU) 2017/1369 also stipulates that from March 2021 the energy labels of the following product groups must comply with new requirements:
To clarify the current classification of energy labels, which is unclear due to the categories A+++, A++ and A+, the categories will be reclassified: from A to G. In addition to changing the scale, there will also be a QR code on the new labels, which will allow consumers to immediately request additional information about your product.
Do you need support with your EPREL registrations? Do you sell energy labeled products and want to know what your obligations are? Précon Quality Services can help you with this! Contact us at +31 (0)30 - 65 66 010 or info@precongroup.com. You will receive our free quote.
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