DOE

1. Certification Overview

DOE stands for the US Department of Energy. DOE energy efficiency certification is based on US electrical and electronic product regulations and aims to improve efficiency, reduce energy consumption, conserve energy and reduce greenhouse effects. It covers more than 60 product types. Registration on the DOE energy efficiency website is made in the name of the manufacturer or trader and must be searchable online. Registration under the overseas customer's name is recommended.

 

2. Certification Mark

Mark unavailable

 

3. Product Scope

1.Battery Chargers

2.Boilers

3.Ceiling Fans

4.Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps

5.Clothes Dryers

6.Cloths Washers

7.Computer and Battery Backup Systems

8.External Power Supplies

9.Dehumidifiers

10.Direct heating Equipment

11.Dishwashers

12.Furnace Fans

13.Furnaces

14.Hearth Products

15.Kitchen Ranges and Ovens

16.Microwave Ovens

17.Miscellaneous Refrigeration

18.Pool Heaters

19.Portable Air Conditioners

20.Refrigerators and Freezers

21.Room Air Conditioners

22.Set-Top Boxes

23.Televisions

24.Water Heaters

 

4. Certification Standards

Product	Energy Efficiency Standards
External Power Supplies (EPS)	10 CFR 430, Subpart B, Appendix Z.
Battery Charging Systems (BCS)	10 CFR 430, Subpart B, Appendix Y.

 

5. Required Documents

1. Samples

2. Product Technical Documentation

3. Product Nameplate

4. Certification Application Form and Other Documents

 

6. DOE Certification Process

1. Provide samples for testing (at least two units);

2. Laboratory testing;

3. Issue the report after successful testing;

4. The laboratory arranges registration (US importer or manufacturer information is required).

 

7. Certification Timeline & Validity

DOE certification takes 3–4 weeks from data submission, excluding testing time.

 

8. Factory Inspection

DOE certification does not require factory inspection.