KC Energy Efficiency: Tested but Not Registered? 3 Common MEPS Compliance Pitfalls You Must Avoid

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1. Approval Type

MEPS (Minimum Energy Performance Standards): Applies to products such as Refrigerator, Air Conditioner, Washing Machine, Vacuum Cleaner, Air purifier, Fan, AC adapter, TV, Monitor, Dish washing machine, Computers (Desktops, Laptops), Electric rice cooker, Electric range(Induction), Electric fan heater, Clothing care appliance, Bidet, Portable air conditioner, Tubular LED lamp(external converter type), Pump, Multifunction printer, etc.

- January 1st, 2026: Clothing care appliances (e.g., LG Styler) and Bidets.

Note: Korean importers shall be the applicant for foreign manufacturers.

 

2. MEPS Labeling Requirements


Refrigerators

✔ Grade 1 and 5

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AC adapter/Chargers, Computers

✔ Product compliant with MEPS

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Monitors

✔ Power consumption in on-mode

✔ Product compliant with MEPS

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3. Submission of the annual report to KEA

  • Local manufacturers and importers shall submit a production/import and sales performance report annually
➡ GCA KOREA does this service and submits the performance report annually

  • Each model shall be registered
- Additional measurements are not required for the series models that do not affect MEPS

 

Common Compliance Pitfalls:

  • Failure to Register: Testing the product at a lab, but failing to register the model with the Korea Energy Agency (KEA).
  • Labeling Omissions: Failing to include mandatory information required by law on the label.
  • MEPS Violations: Distributing products that do not meet the Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS).
  • Consequences of Non-Compliance: Non-compliance can lead to substantial fines, administrative sanctions, and sales prohibition orders.

➡ GCA KOREA acts as your local representative and provides precise labeling guidelines to ensure your product meets full compliance.


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Our expertise covers KC EMC, KC Safety, KC Energy Efficiency, KC Automotive Components, KCsEx (ATEX, IECEx), and MFDS (Korean Medical Devices).

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