Digital Product Passport for Household Appliances

EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR)

Consumer products with a usage phase

Household appliances are regulated due to material use and long-term energy and water consumption.

Digital Product Passports are introduced in phases, with a focus on usage-related data.

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  • Products impacted

    • Washing machines
    • Dishwashers
    • Tumble dryers

  • Timeline

    • Phased inclusion under ESPR
    • Progressive requirements toward 2032

  • Inspection

    • Usage and efficiency data may be requested
    • Verification requirements increase over time

FAQ Digital Product Passports for Household Appliances

Which appliances are impacted?

Washing machines, dishwashers, and tumble dryers placed on the EU market.

Is a usage phase required?

Yes. Usage assumptions are typically included for appliances.

What data is required?

Product identification, energy and water use, manufacturing information, lifetime assumptions, and CO₂ footprint.

How do companies typically start?

By structuring one appliance model with standard usage assumptions.

For appliances, usage assumptions are the starting point.

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