South Korea - Partial Amendment to the Regulation on Energy Efficiency Management Equipment

The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment announced a proposed partial amendment to the Regulation on Energy Efficiency Management Equipment.

The amendment introduces QR-code-based electronic labels to strengthen consumer information and unify reported data with label information, although adapters and chargers are excluded due to product size limitations. 

It also revises efficiency standards for 14 product categories: Electric Refrigerator, Kimchi Refrigerator, Television Sets, Gas Water Heaters, Three-phase Induction Motor, Adapter and Charger, Signage Display, Refrigerated Display Cabinets, Audio, Wireless/Wired router, Microwave oven, Pumps, Centrifugal Blowers, and LED Luminaires.