| Name | Minimum Energy Performance Standards and Labelling (MEPSL) for Freezers & Refrigerators in Fiji |
|---|---|
| Description | Importers must ensure that the goods they wish to import are registered according to the AS/NZS 4474.1 and 4474.2 standards before entering Fiji. If the products are not already registered, the importer must either register them through Australian or New Zealand regulators (for Category A products) or the Fiji Department of Energy (DOE). |
| Comments | For Category A products, registration can be based on the product’s registration in an approved country, with proof of the registration number. Category B products require additional documentation, including confirmation from the manufacturer that the product is identical to a registered model and the relevant registration number. Category C products, which have not been registered in any approved country, must undergo testing in compliance with AS/NZS standards and submit a full test report and an energy rating label. |
| Validity From | 01-04-2008 |
| Validity To | 06-12-0002 |
| Measure Type | Permit Requirement |
| Agency | Department of Energy |
| Legal Document | - Act No. 40 of 2020 – Ozone Depleting Substances (Amendment) Act 2020 |
Procedures
| # | Procedure Name | Description | Category | View Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Import Permit For Household Electric Refrigerator and Freezers | The registration process ensures that imported products meet energy efficiency and safety standards, protecting both consumers and the environment. By verifying compliance with AS/NZS standards, it helps prevent the importation of substandard or unsafe goods. This process also supports sustainability by promoting energy-efficient products and aligns with regulations that reduce energy consumption. Ultimately, it ensures that only compliant, safe, and environmentally responsible products enter the market, benefiting public health, the economy, and the environment. | Import |
Forms
| # | Title | Description | Issued By | File |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application Form for the Import of Refrigerators/Freezers | The Application Form for the Import of Refrigerators/Freezers is a document required by Fiji's Department of Energy (DOE) for individuals or businesses wishing to import household refrigerators and freezers into the country. The form must be completed and submitted along with necessary documentation, including details about the products, such as brand, model, category, quantity, and country of origin. It also requires information about the importer, purpose of importation, and shipping details. T | Department of Energy |
Commodity/s
| # | HS Code | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 841810 | - Combined refrigerator-freezers, fitted with separate external doors: |
| 2 | 841821 | - Refrigerators, household type: |
| 3 | 841830 | - Freezers of the chest type, not exceeding 800 l capacity: |
| 4 | 841840 | - Freezers of the upright type, not exceeding 900 l capacity: |
| 5 | 84181000 | - Combined refrigerator-freezers, fiited with separate external doors |
| 6 | 84182100 | - - Compression-type |
| 7 | 84183000 | - Freezers of the chest type, not exceeding 800 l capacity |
| 8 | 84184000 | - Freezers of the upright type,not exceeding 900 l capacity |
Step-by-Step Guide
| # | Process name | Process short name | Activity |
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