Refrigerators

(sample of the energy efficiency label for refrigerating appliances)

The labels for refrigerators will display several elements in accordance with CRS 57:2018 – Requirements for Energy Labelling for Refrigerating Appliances.

Elements displayed on labels shall include:

• the programme name (CARICOM Energy Label);
• the type of refrigerating appliance (e.g. refrigerator, wine cooler etc).
• the measured capacity, or size in SI units or a combination of SI and imperial units;
• any special features of the product;
• the measured energy consumption;
• the brand name of the appliance;
• the model identification number
• the name of the manufacturer;
• the country of origin;
• the energy efficiency rating (A to F).

Labels may also include, at the desire of the respective countries:

• estimated yearly operating cost in the currency of the country of sale;
• the current energy rate used to calculate the estimated yearly operating cost in the currency of the country of sale per kWh;
• a validity period for the information on the energy label;
• a statement indicating “Your cost will vary with electricity rates and use”.