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Removing Obsolete Regulations Establishing Procedures for a Voluntary Labeling Program for Household Appliances and Equipment To Effect Energy Conservation

The Commerce Department published this final rule in the Federal Register on January 15, 2026. It took effect on January 15, 2026.

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What the agency says

By this rule, the Department of Commerce is removing its regulations establishing a voluntary labeling program for household appliances and equipment designed to promote energy conservation. This action is necessary because the voluntary program is obsolete and has been superseded by the comprehensive Appliance Labeling Rule, administered by the Department of Energy and the Federal Trade Commission, which mandates manufacturers attach EnergyGuide labels to their products to help consumers compare different products and make informed purchasing decisions. The intended effect of this removal is to streamline the regulatory code, eliminate a duplicative and unnecessary program, and reduce the potential for public confusion.

Key facts

Document number: 2026-00690
Type: Final rule
Action: Final rule
Agency: Commerce Department
Published: January 15, 2026
Takes effect: January 15, 2026
Dates: The rule is effective January 15, 2026.
Docket: Docket ID 260107-0005
Regulation ID (RIN): 0605-AA72
Code of Federal Regulations: 15 CFR 9
Topics: Administrative practice and procedure; Consumer protection; Energy conservation; Household appliances; Labeling; Reporting and recordkeeping requirements
Pages: 2

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