Ukraine continues to align its regulations with European Union standards. The country has recently announced new Ecodesign regulations for commercial refrigeration appliances with a direct sales function, which will become mandatory on September 1, 2026.

Based on EU standards, the technical regulation is adopted by the Cabinet of Ministers and focuses on the energy efficiency and environmental impact of "direct-sale" refrigeration — the units designed to display and sell food and beverages.

Key requirements include:

• Energy Efficiency Index (EEI)
  Units must strictly meet minimum energy performance standards to be placed on the market.
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• Resource Efficiency
  Manufacturers must ensure that products are designed for repair and recycling. Key spare parts (such as thermostats, sensors, and door gaskets) must be available to professional repairers for a defined period after the last unit of a model is sold.
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• Information Disclosure
  Manufacturers must provide technical documentation including an electronic version of the technical file, ensuring transparency regarding the appliance’s energy consumption.
  

This regulation primarily affects manufacturers and importers of the following appliances:

• Supermarket display cabinets (open and closed)
• Beverage coolers
• Small ice-cream freezers
• Gelato-scooping cabinets
• Vending machines designed for chilled products

Although the deadline is still some time away, manufacturers are encouraged to start the transition now. Products already placed on the market before this September 1, 2026 may generally continue to be sold, but all new equipment introduced after the date must comply with the updated energy tiers and carry the necessary compliance markings.
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GMA Consult Group is actively monitoring the transition period and the specific labeling requirements that will accompany this regulation. Updating your technical documentation in line with Ukrainian standards now can help preventing last-minute delays at the border in 2026.

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The information has been prepared by the GMA Consult Group team.

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