1️⃣ Overview: Brazil INMETRO Energy Efficiency Certification 2025
INMETRO (Instituto Nacional de Metrologia, Qualidade e Tecnologia) is the national authority responsible for regulating product safety and energy efficiency standards in Brazil.
As part of its continuous market supervision, INMETRO released several important regulatory updates in 2025, focusing on fans and refrigerators, to further enhance consumer protection and align with modern energy-saving standards.
From 2025 onward, all relevant products exported or sold in Brazil must comply with the updated INMETRO ordinances to maintain market access.
| Regulation Area | Key Summary | Effective/Status |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Energy Efficiency Revision | INMETRO launched Public Consultation No. 16 (May 2025) to revise Ordinance 299/2021. The revision focuses on updated energy efficiency assessment methods and classification rules for fans. | In Consultation Phase |
| Refrigerator Label Update | INMETRO released Ordinance No. 223/2025 (April 22, 2025) to update the energy efficiency standards for refrigerators and freezers, especially those with ice makers or door water dispensers. | Effective April 2025 |
| Energy Label Accuracy | New label formats include improved energy consumption curves, allowing better differentiation between high-consumption and energy-efficient models. | Ongoing Implementation |
| Testing and Registration Compliance | All testing must be conducted in INMETRO-accredited laboratories located in Brazil, with energy labels registered and approved before market launch. | Mandatory |
1️⃣ Launched in May 2025, this revision proposes major updates to Ordinance 299/2021 governing fan energy efficiency certification.
2️⃣ It introduces new testing parameters and calculation methods for fan performance, focusing on actual power consumption and airflow efficiency.
3️⃣ The proposal is currently in the public consultation phase. Manufacturers and exporters are encouraged to submit feedback and monitor its final implementation timeline.
1️⃣ Issued on April 22, 2025, this ordinance updates Brazil’s energy efficiency labeling program (PBE) for refrigerators and similar appliances.
2️⃣ The change mainly affects models with built-in ice makers and water dispensers, which previously had no specific test curve.
3️⃣ The new regulation introduces standardized consumption curves, making labels more accurate and transparent for consumers.
4️⃣ Manufacturers are required to update product testing and labeling before new sales or imports.
For any product listed under the INMETRO mandatory energy efficiency certification, exporters must complete the following standardized process:
1️⃣ Confirm Certification Requirements
Check the latest INMETRO Portaria (mandatory product list) to verify if your product requires energy efficiency certification.
2️⃣ Select a Certification Body (OCP)
Submit an application to a Brazilian INMETRO-accredited Certification Body (Organismo de Certificação de Produtos).
3️⃣ Conduct Product Testing
Test samples in INMETRO-accredited laboratories located in Brazil.
Testing must comply with ABNT NBR standards, often based on IEC or ISO norms but adapted for Brazil’s 60Hz, 127V/220V environment.
4️⃣ Register with INMETRO & Obtain Energy Label (PBE)
After passing all tests, register your product on the INMETRO PBE system.
The energy efficiency label (A–G class) must be permanently affixed to the product and included in marketing materials.
1️⃣ Local Testing Requirement:
All testing must be conducted within Brazilian territory in INMETRO-accredited labs—foreign reports are not accepted.
2️⃣ Label Accuracy:
Ensure that the energy label (PBE) displays the correct efficiency class and complies with INMETRO Ordinance 223/2025 format.
3️⃣ Ongoing Regulation Monitoring:
Fan regulation (Public Consultation 16/2025) is still evolving—companies should monitor final announcements from INMETRO.
4️⃣ Certificate Validity:
Typical validity for INMETRO energy efficiency certification is 3 years, subject to annual surveillance audits and possible market sampling.
5️⃣ Importer Responsibility:
Foreign manufacturers must appoint a Brazilian importer or local representative to hold the certification and manage renewal processes.
Q1: Which products currently require INMETRO energy efficiency certification?
A: Common categories include fans, refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, motors, and lighting products.
Q2: Can testing be conducted outside Brazil?
A: No. INMETRO only recognizes testing conducted by accredited laboratories within Brazil.
Q3: What happens if a product is imported without INMETRO approval?
A: Non-compliant products may face customs detention, fines, or destruction at the importer’s expense.
Q4: How long does INMETRO certification take?
A: Typically 3–6 months, depending on product complexity and laboratory testing capacity.
Q5: How long is the certification valid?
A: Usually 3 years, subject to periodic surveillance audits and continued compliance.
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