KMO Provide Testing Service for (EU) 2023/826, (EU) 2023/1669 and (EU) 2023/1670

Ke Mei Ou Lab Expands EU ErP Energy Efficiency Testing Scope – Full Coverage of Latest Ecodesign Regulations Including (EU) 2023/826, (EU) 2023/1669 and (EU) 2023/1670, Assisting Chinese Manufacturers in Green Export

(Shenzhen, China) – Ke Mei Ou Lab Co., Ltd. has officially added a comprehensive set of EU energy efficiency testing standards and regulations to its ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation scope (ANAB Certificate No. AT-1532). The new scope covers the latest Ecodesign requirements for energy-related products (ErP), including standby/off‑mode power consumption, networked standby, display energy efficiency, external power supplies, computers, servers, audio/video equipment, smartphones, tablets and cordless telephones.

Newly added standards and regulations:

Ke Mei Ou Lab is now one of the few third‑party testing laboratories in China offering full-scope EU ErP testing capabilities, enabling Chinese manufacturers to meet the latest and most stringent energy efficiency requirements for export to the European market.

1. Understanding the Latest EU Energy Efficiency Regulations

(EU) 2023/826 – New Standby/Off‑Mode Regulation (Mandatory from 9 May 2025)

Published in April 2023, this regulation replaces (EC) No 1275/2008 and its amendment (EU) No 801/2013. Key changes include:

• Lower power limits: Standby power limit reduced from 0.5 W to 0.3 W for most products (off‑mode remains 0.3 W).

• Expanded product scope: Beverage preparation machines, label printers, etc., are now included.

• Enhanced information requirements: Detailed energy efficiency information must be provided in product manuals.

• Networked standby: HiNA devices remain at 8 W; non‑HiNA devices reduced from 6 W to 4 W.

(EU) 2023/1669 – Energy Labelling Regulation for Smartphones and Tablets

Regulations (EU) 2023/1669 and (EU) 2023/1670 were published on 31 August 2023, entered into force on 20 September 2023, and become mandatory from 20 June 2025. Their objective is to enhance the durability, repairability and energy efficiency transparency of smartphones, tablets and cordless telephones, promoting the circular economy.

(EU) 2023/1669 (Energy Labelling Regulation) applies to smartphones and tablets with screen sizes between 7 and 17.4 inches. Key requirements include:

• Display of an energy label with A–G energy efficiency class

• Label content includes QR code, battery endurance, drop resistance, repairability score, IP rating (where applicable)

• Products must be registered in the EPREL database before being placed on the market

(EU) 2023/1670 – Ecodesign Regulation for Smartphones, Tablets and Cordless Telephones

(EU) 2023/1670 (Ecodesign Regulation) applies to smartphones, non‑smart mobile phones, tablets and cordless telephones. Core requirements include:

• Repairability: Users must be able to replace batteries and back covers without special tools

• Spare parts availability: Key spare parts (batteries, screens, charging ports, etc.) must be available for at least 7 years after the last model is placed on the market

• Software updates: At least 5 years of security updates; mainstream products require 5 years of functional updates

• Battery durability: 800 charge/discharge cycles while retaining at least 80% of original capacity

• Material disclosure: Plastic components and critical raw material weight must be clearly labelled

Exclusions: Foldable/flexible screen devices, high‑security communication terminals (e.g., encrypted communication devices), and products already placed on the market before 20 June 2025.

Display Energy Efficiency – (EU) 2019/2021

(EU) 2019/2021 sets ecodesign requirements for electronic displays (TVs, monitors, digital signage), fully effective since March 2021.

External Power Supplies – (EU) 2019/1782

(EU) 2019/1782 (ErP Lot 7) is the core regulation for external power supplies (laptop adapters, phone chargers, etc.).

Other Key Standards

• EN 50564:2011 – The fundamental measurement method for standby/off‑mode power consumption, equivalent to IEC 62301:2011.

• EN 50643 – Measurement method for networked standby power consumption.

• (EU) No 617/2013 – Energy efficiency requirements for computers and servers.

2. Uniquely Positioned – One‑Stop ErP Testing Services

Ke Mei Ou Lab is one of the few laboratories in China that has fully implemented the latest EU ErP regulations, offering significant advantages to Chinese manufacturers:

• Stay ahead of regulatory updates: The EU has recently issued multiple regulations (2023/826, 2023/1669, 2023/1670). Ke Mei Ou Lab has already built testing capability to help clients prepare for mandatory 2025 requirements.

• One‑stop testing: Clients no longer need to split standby, networked standby, display efficiency, external power supply, and smart device energy labelling tests across multiple laboratories.

• Global compatibility: Ke Mei Ou Lab also holds energy efficiency testing capabilities for US DOE, Canada NRCan, Australia GEMS, etc., enabling unified testing for multi‑market exports.

3. Testing Capabilities Summary

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