Republic of the Philippines  
         DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY  
                       Energy Utilization Management Bureau  
 
Energy Center, Rizal Drive cor. 34th Street,  Bonifacio Global City,  
Taguig City, Philippines, 1632  
Tel. No. (Trunkline) (632) 8479 -2900  
Website:  http://www.doe.gov.ph ;  Email: doe.eumb@gmail.com  
  
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  UKAS Certificate No. SCUK001857Q /PAB Certific ate No. SCP000424Q   
 
 
IMPLEMENTING GUIDELINES OF THE PHILIPPINE ENERGY LABELING PROGRAM 
FOR LIGHTING  PRODUCTS  
 
Pursuant to Section 9 of Department Circular No. 2020 -06-0015, entitled “Prescribing the 
Guidelines of the Philippine Energy Labeling Program (PELP) for Compliance of Importers, 
Manufacturers, Distributors and Dealers of Electrical Appliances and Other Ene rgy-
Consuming Products (ECP)”, the Implementing Guidelines for Self-Ballasted Compact 
Fluorescent Lamps (CFL), Linear Fluorescent Lamps  (LFL)  or Double -Capped Fluorescent 
Lamps (DFL), Single -Capped Fluorescent Lamps (SFL), Lamp Ballasts (BAL), Light 
Emitting Diodes (LED) Lamps  including the Particular Product Requirements (PPR)  and 
Code of Practice (COPE) are hereby issued for the information a nd guidance of all those 
concerned and for compliance by all manufacturers, importers, distributors, dealers and 
other key stakeholders.  
 
1. General Particular Product Requirement for Lighting  Products  
 
1.1 Definition of Terms  
 
For the purpose of this PPR, the following definitions shall apply:  
 
Applicants  – refers to Manufacturers / Importers / Distributors / Dealers.  
 
Ballast  - a device that provide constant voltage for start -up and maintains constant 
current to the lamp during operation.  
 
Ballast Efficacy Fac tor (BEF) - is the ratio of ballast factor to ballast input power 
(watts) in terms of percentage.  
 
Ballast factor  - is the ratio of the light output of a lamp or lamps claimed by a specific 
ballast to the light output of the same lamp or lamps claimed by a  reference ballast.  
 
Color Rendering Index (CRI) – refers to the measure of how similar object colors 
appear under one light source as compared to the object color under a reference 
light source (usually an incandescent light or daylight).  
 
Chromaticity tolerance – refers to the allowable deviation in lig ht’s color to ensure 
that the light from an LED product does not have an unacceptable pink or green tint.  
 
Double -capped fluorescent lamp (DFL)  - fluorescent lamp having two separate 
caps and mostly of tubular form and linear shape. Also known as Linear 
Fluorescent Lamps . 
 
Double -Capped Linear LED Lamp  - a tubular  LED lamp which can be  used as a 
replacement for double capped fluorescent lamps without requiring any internal 
modification in the luminaire and which, after installation, maintains the same level 
of safety of the replaced lamp in the luminaire . 
 
Early failure rate (maximum)  – refers to the percentage of lamps that fail at a 
specified point in time.  
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 Efficacy  - refers to the ratio of claimed light output to claimed lamp power in terms 
of lumen  per watt.  
 
Endurance test  – refers to the requirement that a solid -state lighting product is 
rapidly switched on and off to simulate how a product will be used over its lifetime.  
 
Energy Efficiency Performance Rating (EEPR) - product’s star rating which is 
based on the ranges of efficacy in lumens per watt which is stated on the energy 
label.  
 
Energy Efficiency Performance Rating (EEPR)  of Ballast  - a product’s rating 
which is based on the computed BEF . 
 
Energy Efficiency Rating  for Ballast - refers to a product’s rating on its ballast 
efficacy factor based on the claimed as a percentage per watt (lm/w) . 
 
Energy Efficiency Rating - refers to a product’s rating on its efficacy based on the 
claimed lumens per watt (lm/w) for lighting.  
 
General Lighting Service Lamps - refers to lamp s used to satisfy lighting 
applications traditionally served by general service incandescent lamps.  
 
Intensified Market Sampling  – refers to the 2nd and 3rd batch of samples and is 
drawn when the 1st batch failed the Verification testing.  
 
Light Source - refers to a surface or object emitting light.  
 
Luminous flux maintenance  – refers to the percentage of a lighting product’s 
measured luminous flux after a period  of time compared to that light product ’s 
luminous flux at the first start of operation.  
 
Minimum rated lamp lifetime  – refers to the amount of time that it takes for 50% of 
a statistically significant number of samples to fail.  
 
Model  - all units within the manufacturers or importers product l ine which are 
identical except for serial number and/or other identifying marks.  
Note: Any variation from the base models shall have no effect on the performance and energy 
efficiency.  
 
Routine Market Sampling – refers to the 1st batch of samples to be drawn during 
verification activities.  
 
Self-ballasted Lamp  - lamps with integral ballast which cannot be dismantled or 
replaced.  
 
Self-Ballasted Non -directional LED lamp  – refers to LED lamp with E27 base 
intended as replacement fo r all general lighting service lamps of the same base 
and similar light distribution.  
 
Single -Capped Fluorescent Lamp (SFL) - Circular fluorescent lamp without 
integral ballast.  
 
 
 
 
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 1.2 Product  Verification Testing  
 
1.2.1  Selected models for local market sampling shall be tested by DOE -LATD or 
a DOE -recognized testing laboratory.  
 
1.2.2  The DOE -LATD or DOE -recognized testing laboratory shall subject the 
market sample to complete testing up to the claimed life (initial report, lumen 
maintenance and life test report) of the product and the results shall be 
submitted to DOE -EPRED.  
 
1.2.3   In cases where market sample fails the PPR requirements, 2nd and 3rd 
batches shall be drawn and should pass the performance verification.  
 
1.3 Presentation of Results  
 
1.3.1  Power must be in whole number, rounded to the nearest ones.  
Note:  For power rating with single decimal digit such as 2.5, 3.5, and etc., power 
shall be rounded off to the nearest single significant figure after the decimal point 
following the rule of rounding numbers.  
 
1.3.2  Light output must be in whole number, rounded to the nearest tens.  
 
1.3.3  Efficacy must be in whole number, rounded to the nearest ones computed 
from the claimed rating.  
 
1.3.4  For Lamp b allast:  
 
1.3.4.1   Ballast Factor must be in two decimal places.  
 
1.3.4.2  Ballast Efficacy Factor must be in two decimal places computed from the 
claimed rating.  
  
1.4 Validity of Result  
 
1.4.1  Initial test results submitted by the Applicant to DOE must not be more than 
three (3) months from the date of issuance of the testing laboratory. It shall 
be valid for twenty -four (24) months from the date of approval of the energy 
label. However, it shall be automatically superseded by the test results from 
the verification testing.  
 
1.4.2  The v erification test results shall be valid and effective for twenty -four (24) 
months from the date of issuance of the initial test report. The market sample 
should pass the lumen maintenance and life test, otherwise, it should be 
subjected for resampling and pass the conformance requirements  for market 
samples  on specific PPRs . No further market sampling shall be conducted 
for that model during the validity of market sample test result.  
 
1.4.3  Applicants are required to submit complete test reports (initial report, lumen 
maintenance and life test report) and apply for revalidation of energy label 
before the expiration of the 24 -month.  
 
1.5 EEPR Requirements:  
 
1.5.1  The Lamp models should pass the MEPP r equirements prior to issuance of 
energy label.  
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 1.5.2  Claimed efficacy must be consistent with the EEPR and the lamp rating.  
 
1.5.3  Basis of EEPR must come from the test report.  
 
1.5.4  Applicant should declare the phosphor coating of their SFL.   
 
1.5.5  For Lamp ballast:   
 
1.5.5.1  All ballasts shall comply with t he reference standard in supply current, 
circuit power factor, lamp p ower and current, crest factor, total circuit 
power and ballast lumen f actor (electric ballast)  
 
1.6 Correction of Performance Ratings  
 
1.6.1  Applicant has the option to downgrade/upgrade the claimed ratings to comply 
with the requirements of this PPR based on the result of the first market 
sample test.  
 
1.6.2  New claims shall conform to the tolerances specified in the reference 
standard.  
 
2. Specific Particular Product R equirement for Lighting  Products  
 
The PPR provides the requirements for CFL, LFL or DFL, SFL, BAL, LED and other 
relevant information . 
 
2.1 Self-Ballasted Compact Fluorescent Lamps  (CFL)  
 
2.1.1  Scope  
 
This PPR specifies the energy efficiency and labeling requirements for self -
ballasted compact fluorescent lamps for domestic and similar general lighting 
source, having a claimed wattage of 3 watts to 60 watts and rated voltage of 
100 V to 250 V, 60 Hz with Edison screw cap particularly E14 and E27.  
 
2.1.2  Normativ e Reference  
 
PNS IEC 60969  Self-ballasted compact fluorescent lamps for general lighting 
service: Performance requirements  
 
CIE 84 1st edition 1989  The Measurement of Luminous Flux.  
 
CIE 13.3 - 1995  Method of Measuring and Specifying Colour Rendering 
Prope rties of Light Source  
 
PNS 2050 -2 - Lamps and related equipment - Energy Efficiency and labelling 
requirements - Part 2: Self -ballasted lamps for general lighting services  
 
Considering the regular updating of standards, the latest edition of the PNS 
shall be used as reference. It is understood that future amendments of the 
PNS indicated in this PPR shall be applied after its promulgation. A transition 
period of one (1) year shall be provided to give ample time to all stakeholders 
to adjust and conform  to the new requirements, if any.  
 
 
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 2.1.3  Sampling Method for Verification Testing  
 
2.1.3.1  Number of models to be drawn from the market at least once a year for 
performance verification shall be in accordance with Table 1 below:  
 
          Table 1  
Routine Market Sampling  
Total no. of models  No. of models to be drawn  
1 to 14  1 
15 to 24  2 
25 to 34  3 
35 to 44  4 
above 45  5 
 
2.1.3.2  Twenty -three (23) pieces per model per brand shall be randomly    picked 
to represent the whole market population for performance verification.  
 
2.1.3.3  Conformance to requirements for various case conditions, c onformance 
shall be evaluated according to the cases shown below:  
 
Table 2  
Conformance Requirements  for Market Samples  
Case 
Condition  1st Batch  2nd Batch  3rd Batch  Conformance  
Case 1  Passed  Not Required  Not Required  Passed  
Case 2  Failed  Passed  Passed  Passed  
Case 3  Failed  Failed  Not Required  Failed  
Case 4  Failed  Passed  Failed  Failed  
 
  In case of failure of the 1st batch and the Applicant requests for further 
testing, 46 samples will be taken from the market to represent the 2nd 
and 3rd batch, which will be subjected to simultaneous testing.  
 
2.1.3.4  Models that were not covered in the sampling stated in item 1 of 2.1. 3 
shall be scheduled for sampling in the succeeding verification activities.  
 
2.1.3.5  The DOE shall have the option to draw additional batch samples of the 
remaining models of particular brand according to Table 3 below if found 
that the initial sampled models failed t he verification test in item 1 and 
conformance requirements of item 3.  
 
Table 3  
Intensified Market Sampling  
Total no. 
of models  No. of models to 
be drawn  Failed verification 
test No. of models for 
resampling  
1 to 14  1 1 2 
15 to 24  2 1 4 
25 to 34  3 2 6 
35 to 44  4 2 8 
above 44  5 3 10 
 
 
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 2.1.4   Minimum Energy Performance  
 
All CFLs must pass the applicable safety and performance requirements of 
the latest edition PNS IEC 60969 including the following:  
 
2.1.4.1  The efficacy of the lamp shall not be less than the value stated in Table 
4a. 
 
2.1.4.2  The minimum initial luminous efficacy of an encapsulated lamp model 
(lamp model with an integral cover) shall not be less than 85% of the 
requirements indicated in Table 4a, rounded off to the nearest whole 
number.  
 
          Table 4a  
Minimum initial luminous efficacy of a bare lamp  
 
Input power of lamp (W)  Initial Luminous Efficacy (lm/W)  
Correlated Color Temperature (CCT)  
≤ 4000K  >4000K  
3 to < 5  45 41 
≥ 5 to < 9  50 46 
≥ 9 to < 15  55 52 
≥ 15 to < 25  60 57 
≥ 25 to 60  65 62 
 
   Table 4b  
Minimum initial luminous efficacy of encapsulated lamp  
 
Input power of lamp 
(W) Initial Luminous Efficacy (lm/W)  
Correlated Color Temperature (CCT)  
≤ 4000K  >4000K  
3 to < 5  38 35 
≥ 5 to < 9  43 39 
≥ 9 to < 15  47 44 
≥ 15 to < 25  51 48 
≥ 25 to 60  55 53 
 
2.1.4.3  The average claimed life of lamps should not be less than 6,000 hours. 
Minimum number of samples aged to reach the claimed median life is 20. 
For claimed life above 6,000 hours, lamps shall be subjected to life testing 
and must reach the claimed life, otherwise subject for claimed life re -
rating.  
 
2.1.4.4  Mean measured value of the initial power shall not exceed 108% of rated 
value, and all samples shall measure below 115% of rated value. 
Minimum sample size is 10 pieces aged for 100 hours.  
 
2.1.4.5  All samples shall measure equal to or greater than the rated displacement 
(or power factor) factor value minus 0.05. Minimum sample size is 10 
pieces, aged for 100 hours.  
 
2.1.4.6  Mean measured value of the initial luminous flux shall be greater than or 
equal to 90% of rated value, and all samples shall measure greater than 
or equal to 85% of rated value. Minimum sample size is 10 pieces aged 
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2.1.4.7  Chromaticity coordinates of at least 90% of the samples shall measure 
less than or equal to 5 SDCM ( standard deviation of color matching) from 
the rated value. Minimum sample size is 10 pieces, aged for 100 hours.  
 
2.1.4.8  All samples shall measure equal to or greater than the rated CRI value 
minus 3. Minimum sample size is 10 pieces, aged for 100 hours.  
 
2.1.4.9  Lumen maintenance mean measured value(s) shall be equal to or greater 
than 80%. Minimum sample size is 10 pieces, aged for 2,000 hours.   
 
2.1.5  Energy Efficiency Performance Rating (EEPR) of self -ballasted 
compact fluorescent lamps shall be in accordance with Tables 5 a and 
5b.  
Table 5a  
Required EEPR for bare lamp  
Input power of  
lamp (W)  Initial luminous efficacy (lm/W)  
Correlated color temperature (CCT)  
≤ 4000K  Classification  >4000K  Classification  
3 to < 5  45 1-Star 41 1-Star 
46 2-Stars  42 2-Stars  
47 3-Stars  43 3-Stars  
48 4-Stars  44 4-Stars  
≥ 49 5-Stars  ≥ 45 5-Stars  
≥ 5 to < 9  50 1-Star 46 1-Star 
51 2-Stars  47 2-Stars  
52 3-Stars  48 3-Stars  
53 4-Stars  49 4-Stars  
≥ 54 5-Stars  ≥ 50 5-Stars  
≥ 9 to < 15  55 1-Star 52 1-Star 
56 2-Stars  53 2-Stars  
57 3-Stars  54 3-Stars  
58 4-Stars  55 4-Stars  
≥ 59 5-Stars  ≥ 56 5-Stars  
≥ 15 to < 25  60 1-Star 57 1-Star 
61 2-Stars  58 2-Stars  
62 3-Stars  59 3-Stars  
63 4-Stars  60 4-Stars  
≥ 64 5-Stars  ≥ 61 5-Stars  
≥ 25 to 60  65 1-Star 62 1-Star 
66 2-Stars  63 2-Stars  
67 3-Stars  64 3-Stars  
68 4-Stars  65 4-Stars  
≥ 69 5-Stars  ≥ 66 5-Stars  
 
 
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Table 5b  
Required EEPR for encapsulated lamp  
Input power of  
lamp (W)  Initial luminous efficacy (lm/W)  
Correlated color temperature (CCT)  
≤ 4000K  Classification  >4000K  Classification  
3 to < 5  38 1-Star 35 1-Star 
39 2-Stars  36 2-Stars  
40 3-Stars  37 3-Stars  
41 4-Stars  38 4-Stars  
≥ 42 5-Stars  ≥ 39 5-Stars  
≥ 5 to < 9  43 1-Star 39 1-Star 
44 2-Stars  40 2-Stars  
45 3-Stars  41 3-Stars  
46 4-Stars  42 4-Stars  
≥ 47 5-Stars  ≥ 43 5-Stars  
≥ 9 to < 15  47 1-Star 44 1-Star 
48 2-Stars  45 2-Stars  
49 3-Stars  46 3-Stars  
50 4-Stars  47 4-Stars  
≥ 51 5-Stars  ≥ 48 5-Stars  
≥ 15 to < 25  51 1-Star 48 1-Star 
52 2-Stars  49 2-Stars  
53 3-Stars  50 3-Stars  
54 4-Stars  51 4-Stars  
≥ 55 5-Stars  ≥ 52 5-Stars  
≥ 25 to 60  55 1-Star 53 1-Star 
56 2-Stars  54 2-Stars  
57 3-Stars  55 3-Stars  
58 4-Stars  56 4-Stars  
≥ 59 5-Stars  ≥ 57 5-Stars  
 
2.1.6  Speci fications and Dimensions of the Energy Label  
 
2.1.6.1  Applicants shall use one side panel of the packaging for the energy label. 
The dimension shall not be less than 4 cm (width) x 10 cm (height). If the 
size of the side panel is less than 4 cm x 10 cm, the energy label shall be 
resized to cover the en tire side panel maintaining same aspect ratio.  
 
2.1.6.2  The size of the energy label may vary according to the size of the side 
panel maintaining the same aspect ratio. The energy label provided by 
the DOE in electronic copy is ready for resizing but be sure to a lways 
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2.1.7  Presentation of Energy Label  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 2.2 Linear Fluorescent Lamps (LFL) or Double Capped Fluorescent Lamps (DFL)  
 
2.2.1  Scope  
 
This PPR specifies the energy efficiency and labeling requirements for 
double -capped fluorescent lamps for general lighting sources.  
 
2.2.2  Normative Reference  
 
PNS IEC 60081  “Double -capped fluorescent lamps -Performance 
specifications”  
 
LM-79-08 IESNA  Approved Method for the Electrical and Photometric 
Measurements of Solid -State Lighting Products  
 
Considering the regular updating of standards, the latest edition of the PNS 
shall be used as reference. It is understood that future amendments of the 
PNS indicated in this PPR shall be applied after its promulgation. A transition 
period of one (1) year shall be provided to give ample time to all stakeholders 
to adjust and conform t o the new requirements, if any.  
 
2.2.3  Sampling Method for Verification Testing  
 
2.2.3.1  Number of models to be drawn from the market at least once a year for 
performance verification shall be in accordance with Table  6 below:  
 
Table 6  
Routine Market Sampling  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2.2.3.2  Twelve (12) pieces will be randomly picked to represent the whole market 
population for performance verification.  
 
2.2.3.3  Conformance shall be evaluated according to the cases shown below:  
 
Table 7  
Conformance Requirements for Market Samples  
 
Case 
Condition  1st Batch  2nd Batch  3rd Batch  Conformance  
Case 1  Pass  Not Required  Not Required  Pass  
Case 2  Fail Pass  Pass  Pass  
Case 3  Fail Fail Not Required  Fail 
Case 4  Fail Pass  Fail Fail 
 
  In case of failure of the 1st batch and the Applicant requests for further 
testing, 24 samples will be taken from the market to represent the 2nd 
and 3rd batch, which will be subjected to simultaneous testing.  
 
2.2.3.4  Models that were not covered in the sampling stated in item 1 of 2.2.3 
shall be scheduled for sampling in the succeeding verification activities.  Total no. of models  No. of models to be drawn  
1-5 1 
6-10 2 
11-15 3 
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2.2.3.5  The DOE shall have the option to sample the models of a particular brand 
according to the Table 8 below if fo und that the sampled models failed 
the verification test in item 1 and conformance of item 3.  
 
Table 8  
Intensified Market Sampling  
Total no. of 
models  No. of models to 
be drawn  Failed 
verification 
test No. of models for 
resampling  
1 -5 1 1 2 
6-10 2 1 2 
11-15 3 2 4 
≥ 15 4 2 4 
 
2.2.4  Minimum Energy Performance  
 
All DFLs must pass the applicable safety and performance requirements 
including the following:  
 
2.2.4.1  The efficacy of the lamp shall not be less than the value stated in 
applicable table ( Table 9a, table 9b, or table 9c) stating minimum efficacy 
for each type of lamp below.  
            
                Table 9a: Required minimum efficacy of Linear Fluorescent Lamp or DFL 
(halophosphate ) 
Input power of  lamp 
(W) Initial luminous efficacy (lm/W)  
Correlated color temperature (CCT)  
≤ 4000K  >4000K  
≥ 10 to < 21  60 55 
≥ 22 to < 35  65 60 
≥ 36 to < 65  70 65 
 
 
              Table 9b: Required min imum efficacy of Linear Fluorescent Lamp or DFL 
(triphosphor)  
Input power of  lamp (W)  Initial luminous efficacy (lm/W)  
Correlated color temperature (CCT)  
≤ 4000K  >4000K  
≥ 14 to < 21  65 60 
≥ 22 to < 35  75 70 
≥ 36 to < 65  83 78 
Note: This table and requirements are not applicable to high -efficiency preheated 
cathode double -capped triphosphor T5 fluorescent lamps.  
 
 
2.2.4.2  High-efficiency preheated cathode double -capped triphosphor  T5 
fluorescent lamps that adopt high frequency shall meet the luminous 
efficiency requirements specified in Table 9c. 
 
 
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                   Table 9c: Required minimum efficacy of Linear Fluorescent Lamp or DFL 
(triphosphor T5 )  
 
 
Input power of  lamp (W)  Initial luminous efficacy (lm/W)  
Correlated color temperature (CCT)  
≤ 4000K  >4000K  
≥ 14 to < 21  85 80 
≥ 22 to < 35  95 91 
 
2.2.4.3  The average claimed life of a halophosphate  lamp shall not be less than 
10,000 hours, while the average rated life of a triphosphor lamp shall not 
be less than 15,000 hours.  
 
2.2.4.4  The CRI of a halophosphate lamp shall not be less than 70 while the CRI 
of triphosphor lamp shall not be less than 80.  
 
2.2.4.5  Lamp  and lamp packages shall comply with any local regulations 
regarding disclosure and disposal, including regulations regarding 
hazardous materials such as mercury.  
 
2.2.4.6  The measured initial value of the initial luminous flux shall be greater than 
or equal to 90 % of the rated value, and all samples shall measure greater 
than or equal to 85% of rated value. Minimum sample is 10 pieces aged 
for 100 hours.  
 
2.2.4.7  Lumen maintenance measured shall be equal to or greater than 80%. 
Minimum sample is 10 pieces aged for 2,000 h ours.  
 
2.2.5  Energy Efficiency Performance Rating (EEPR) of All DFLs shall be 
classified according to its claimed Efficacy, as follows:  
 
Table 10a: Required star rating for halophosphate DFLs  
 
Input power of 
lamp (W)  Initial luminous efficacy (lm/W)  
Correlated Color Temperature (CCT)  
≤ 4000K  Classification  >4000K  Classification  
 10 to 21  60 1-Star 55 1-Star 
61 2-Stars  56 2-Stars  
62 3-Stars  57 3-Stars  
63 4-Stars  58 4-Stars  
≥ 64 5-Stars  ≥ 59 5-Stars  
 
 
22 to 35  65 1-Star 60 1-Star 
66 2-Stars  61 2-Stars  
67 3-Stars  62 3-Stars  
68 4-Stars  63 4-Stars  
≥ 69 5-Stars  ≥ 64 5-Stars  
 
 
 
36 to 65  70 1-Star 65 1-Star 
71 2-Stars  66 2-Stars  
72 3-Stars  67 3-Stars  
73 4-Stars  68 4-Stars  
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Table 10b: Required star rating for triphosphor DFLs  
 
Input power of 
lamp (W)  Initial luminous efficacy (lm/W)  
Correlated Color Temperature (CCT)  
≤ 4000K  Classification  >4000K  Classification  
14 to 21  65 1-Star 60 1-Star 
66 2-Stars  61 2-Stars  
67 3-Stars  62 3-Stars  
68 4-Stars  63 4-Stars  
≥ 69 5-Stars  ≥ 64 5-Stars  
 
 
22 to 35  75 1-Star 70 1-Star 
76 2-Stars  71 2-Stars  
77 3-Stars  72 3-Stars  
78 4-Stars  73 4-Stars  
≥ 79 5-Stars  ≥ 74 5-Stars  
 
 
 
36 to 65  83 1-Star 78 1-Star 
84 2-Stars  79 2-Stars  
85 3-Stars  80 3-Stars  
86 4-Stars  81 4-Stars  
≥ 87 5-Stars  ≥ 82 5-Stars  
 
 
Table 10c: Required star rating for triphosphor T5 fluorescent lamps  
 
Input power 
of lamp (W)  Initial luminous efficacy (lm/W)  
Correlated Color Temperature (CCT)  
≤ 4000K  Classification  >4000K  Classification  
14 to 21  85 1-Star 80 1-Star 
86 2-Stars  81 2-Stars  
87 3-Stars  83 3-Stars  
88 4-Stars  84 4-Stars  
≥ 89 5-Stars  ≥ 85 5-Stars  
 
 
22 to 35  95 1-Star 91 1-Star 
96 2-Stars  92 2-Stars  
97 3-Stars  93 3-Stars  
98 4-Stars  94 4-Stars  
≥ 99 5-Stars  ≥ 95 5-Stars  
 
 
2.2.6  Specifications and dimensions of the energy labels  
 
2.2.6.1  Applicants shall use one side panel of the packaging for the energy labels 
label. The dimension shall not be less than 10 cm (length) x 2.5 cm 
(height). If the size of the side panel is less than 10 cm x 2.5 cm, the 
energy labels shall cover the entire sid e panel.  
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 2.2.6.2  The size of the energy label may vary according to the size of the side 
panel maintaining the same aspect ratio. The label provided by the DOE 
is ready for resizing but be sure to always maintain the aspect ratio for 
the desired size.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2.2.7  Presentation of Energy Label  
 
 
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2.3 Single -Capped Fluorescent Lamps (SFL)  
 
2.3.1  Scope  
 
This PPR specifies the energy efficiency and labelling requirements for 
Single -capped fluorescent lamps for general lighting sources.  
 
2.3.2  Normative Reference  
 
PNS IEC 60901  “Single -capped fluorescent lamps - Performance 
specifications”.  
 
CIE 84 1st edition 1989 - the Measurement of Luminous Flux.  
 
CIE 13.3 -1995 - Method of Measuring and Specifying Colour  Rendering 
Properties of Light Source.  
 
PNS 2050 -1-2 - Lamps and related equipment – Energy efficiency and 
labeling requirements – Part 2: Single -capped fluorescent lamps for general 
lighting services  
 
Considering the regular updating of standards, the la test edition of the PNS 
shall be used as reference. It is understood that future amendments of the 
PNS indicated in this PPR shall be applied after its promulgation. A transition 
period of one (1) year shall be provided to give ample time to all stakeholde rs 
to adjust and conform to the new requirements, if any.  
 
2.3.3  Sampling Method for Verification Testing  
 
2.3.3.1  Number of models to be drawn from the market at least once a year  for 
performance verification shall be in accordance with Table 11 below:  
 
Table 11  
Routine Market Sampling  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2.3.3.2  Twelve (12) pieces per model / brand shall be randomly picked to 
represent the whole market population for performance verification.  
 
2.3.3.3  Conformance shall be evaluated according to the cases shown below:  
 
Table 12  
Conformance Requirements for Market Samples  
Case 
Condition  1st Batch   2nd Batch  3rd Batch  Conformance  
Case 1  Pass  Not Required  Not Required  Pass  
Case 2  Fail Pass  Pass  Pass  
Case 3  Fail Fail Not Required  Fail 
Case 4  Fail Pass  Fail Fail 
   Total no. of models  No. of models to be drawn  
1-5 1 
6-10 2 
11-15 3 
≥ 15 4 PELP – IMPLEMENTING GUIDELINES FOR LIGHTING  PRODUCTS                                          Page 16 of 29 
    In case of failure of the 1st batch and the Applicant requests for further 
testing, 24 samples will be taken from the market to represent the 2nd  
and 3rd  batch, which will be sub jected to simultaneous testing.  
 
2.3.3.4  Models that were not covered in the sampling stated in item 1 of 2.3.3 
shall be scheduled for sampling in the succeeding verificat ion activities.  
 
2.3.3.5  The DOE shall have the option to draw additional batch samples of the 
remaining models of particular brand according to Table 13 below if found 
that the initial sampled models failed the verification test in item 1 and 
conformance requirem ents of item 3.  
 
Table 13  
Intensified Market Sampling  
Total no. 
of models  No. of models 
to be drawn  Failed 
verification test  No. of models for 
resampling  
1 -5 1 1 2 
6-10 2 1 2 
11-15 3 2 4 
≥ 15 4 2 4 
 
2.3.4  Minimum Energy Performance  
 
All SFLs must pass the applicable safety and performance requirements 
including the following:  
 
2.3.4.1  The efficacy of the lamp shall not be less than the value stated in 
applicable table ( Table 14a, Table 14b,) stating minimum efficacy for 
each type of lamp below . 
 
Table 14a: Required minimum efficacy of halophosphate SFL  
 
Input power of  lamp (W)  Initial luminous efficacy (lm/W)  
Correlated color temperature (CCT)  
≤ 4000K  >4000K  
14 to 22  45 40 
23 to 40  50 45 
>40 55 50 
 
Table 14b: Required minimum efficacy of triphosphate SFL  
 
Input power of  lamp (W)  Initial luminous efficacy (lm/W)  
Correlated color temperature (CCT)  
≤ 4000K  >4000K  
14 to 22  55 50 
23 to 40  60 55 
>40 65 60 
 
2.3.4.2  The average life of an SFL shall not be less than 10,000 hours.  
 
2.3.4.3  The CRI of a halophosphate lamp shall not be less than 70, while the CRI 
of triphosphor lamp shall not be less than 80.  
 
2.3.4.4  Lamp and lamp packages shall comply with any local regulations 
regard ing disclosure and disposal, including regulations regarding 
hazardous materials such as mercury.  
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2.3.5  All SFLs shall be classified according to its claimed Efficacy, as follows : 
 
Table 15a: Required EEPR for halophosphate SFL  
 
Input power of 
lamp (W)  Initial luminous efficacy (lm/W)  
Correlated Color Temperature (CCT)  
≤ 4000K  Classification  >4000K  Classification  
14 to 22  45 1-Star 40 1-Star 
46 2-Stars  41 2-Stars  
47 3-Stars  42 3-Stars  
48 4-Stars  43 4-Stars  
≥ 49 5-Stars  ≥ 44 5-Stars  
 
 
23 to 40  50 1-Star 45 1-Star 
51 2-Stars  46 2-Stars  
52 3-Stars  47 3-Stars  
53 4-Stars  48 4-Stars  
≥ 54 5-Stars  ≥ 49 5-Stars  
 
 
 
>40 55 1-Star 50 1-Star 
56 2-Stars  51 2-Stars  
57 3-Stars  52 3-Stars  
58 4-Stars  53 4-Stars  
≥ 59 5-Stars  ≥ 54 5-Stars  
 
 
Table 15b: Required EEPR for triphosphate SFL  
Input power of 
lamp (W)  Initial luminous efficacy (lm/W)  
Correlated Color Temperature (CCT)  
≤ 4000K  Classification  >4000K  Classification  
14 to 22  55 1-Star 50 1-Star 
56 2-Stars  51 2-Stars  
57 3-Stars  52 3-Stars  
58 4-Stars  53 4-Stars  
≥ 59 5-Stars  ≥ 54 5-Stars  
 
 
23 to 40  60 1-Star 55 1-Star 
61 2-Stars  56 2-Stars  
62 3-Stars  57 3-Stars  
63 4-Stars  58 4-Stars  
≥ 64 5-Stars  ≥ 59 5-Stars  
 
 
 
>40 65 1-Star 60 1-Star 
66 2-Stars  61 2-Stars  
67 3-Stars  62 3-Stars  
68 4-Stars  63 4-Stars  
≥ 69 5-Stars  ≥ 64 5-Stars  
 
 
2.3.6  Specifications and Dimensions of the Energy Label  
 
2.3.6.1  Applicants shall use one side panel of the packaging for the energy label. 
The dimension shall not be less than 10 cm (length) x 2.5 cm (height). If 
the size of the side panel is less than 10 cm x 2.5 cm, the energy label 
shall cover the entire side panel. The size of the energy label may vary 
according to the size of the side panel maintaining the same as pect ratio. 
The label provided by the DOE is ready for resizing but be sure to always 
maintain the aspect ratio for the desired size.  PELP – IMPLEMENTING GUIDELINES FOR LIGHTING  PRODUCTS                                          Page 18 of 29 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2.3.7  Presentation of Energy Label  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 2.4 Lamp Ballasts (BAL)  
 
2.4.1  Scope  
 
This PPR specifies the energy efficiency and labeling requirements for all 
ballasts (electromagnetic and electronic up to two (2) lamps) for fluorescent 
lamps for general lighting sources sold separately or as part of the luminaire . 
 
2.4.2  Normative Reference  
 
PNS IEC 60921  “Ballast for tubular fluorescent lamps”  
 
PNS IEC 60929  “AC supplied electronic ballasts for tubular fluorescent 
lamps – Performance requirements” . 
 
Considering the regular updating of standards, the latest edition of the PNS 
shall be used as referenc e. It is understood that future amendments of the 
PNS indicated in this PPR shall be applied after its promulgation. A transition 
period of one (1) year shall be provided to give ample time to all stakeholders 
to adjust and conform to the new requirements,  if any.  
 
2.4.3  Sampling Method for Verification Testing  
 
2.4.3.1  Number of models to be drawn from the market at least once a year  for 
performance verification shall be in accordance with table below:  
 
Table 16  
Routine Market Sampling  
 
 
 
 
 
 
2.4.3.2  Six (6) pieces will be randomly picked to represent the whole market 
population for performance verification.  
 
2.4.3.3  Conformance shall be evaluated according to the cases shown below:  
 
Table 17  
Conformance Requirement for Market Samples  
Case 
Condition  1st Batch   2nd Batch  3rd Batch  Conformance  
Case 1  Pass  Not Required  Not Required  Pass  
Case 2  Fail Pass  Pass  Pass  
Case 3  Fail Fail Not Required  Fail 
Case 4  Fail Pass  Fail Fail 
  
In case of failure of the 1st batch and the Applicant requests for further 
testing, 12 samples will be taken from the market to represent the 2nd 
and 3rd batches which will be subjected to simultaneous testing.  
 
2.4.3.4  Models that were not covered in the sampling stated in item 1  of 2.4.3  
shall be scheduled for sampling in the succeeding verification activities.  
 Total no. of models  No. of models to be drawn  
1-5 1 
6-10 2 
11-15 3 
≥ 15 4 PELP – IMPLEMENTING GUIDELINES FOR LIGHTING  PRODUCTS                                          Page 20 of 29 
 
2.4.3.5  The DOE shall have the option to draw additional batch samples of the 
remaining models of particular brand according to Table 18 below if 
found that the initial sampled model s failed the verification test in item 1 
and conformance requirements of item 3.  
 
Table 18  
Intensified Market Sampling  
Total no. of 
models  No. of models 
to be drawn  Failed 
verification 
test No. of models for 
resampling  
1 -5 1 1 2 
6-10 2 1 2 
11-15 3 2 4 
≥ 15 4 2 4 
 
2.4.4  Specifications and Dimensions of the Energy Label  
 
2.4.5.1 Applicants shall use one side panel of the packaging for the energy label. 
The dimension shall not be less than 15 mm (height) x 45 mm (width). If 
the size of the side panel is less than 15 mm x 45 mm, the energy label 
shall cover the entire side panel.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 2.5 Light Emitting Diode (LED) Lamps  
 
2.5.1  Scope  
 
  This PPR covers LED lamps, as described below:  
 
2.5.1.1  Self-Ballasted Non -Directional LED Lamps  
Energy efficiency and labeling requirements of self -ballasted non-
directional light emitting diodes (LED) for general lighting service 
available in the retail market with E27 and E14 base as replacement for 
all non -directional lamp shapes with the same base , having a rated 
wattage up to 60 watts and rated  voltages of 50 to 250 VAC operating at 
50/60 Hz.  
 
2.5.1.2  Double -Capped Linear LED Lamps  
Energy efficiency and labeling requirements of double -capped linear 
LED lamps for general lighting service available in the retail market with 
(1) G5 and G13 caps, intended for replacing fluorescent tubes (as 
defined in IEC 60081) with the same caps (as de fined in IEC 60081); or 
(2) caps - as listed in Annex A of IEC 60838 -2-3 ED. 1.0 B: 2016 
“Miscellaneous lampholders – Part 2 -3: Particular requirements – 
Lampholders for double -capped linear LED lamps.” as replacement for 
all linear fluorescent lamps at vo ltages of up to 230 VAC operating at 
50/60 Hz.   
 
Dimmable, changes correlated color temperature and/or color -changing 
are not covered in this PPR.  
 
2.5.2  Normative Reference  
 
      For all the reference standards below the latest version shall be applicable.  
 
ANSI C78.377 -2015  American National Standard for Electric Lamps - 
Specifications for the Chromaticity of Solid -State Lighting Products  
 
CIE S 025/E:2015  Test Method for LED  Lamps, LED Luminaires and LED 
Modules    
 
CIE 13.3:1995  Method of Measuring and Specifying Color Rendering 
Properties of Light Sources  
 
ES LM 79 -08 IES Approved Method for the Electrical and Photometric 
Measurements of Solid -State Lighting Products.  
 
IES LM -80-15 IES  Approved Method for Measuring Lumen Maintenance of 
LED Light Sources  
 
PNS IEC 62612  Self-ballasted LED Lamps for General Lighting Services with 
Supply Voltages >50V -Performance Requirements  
 
PNS IEC 61000 -3-2 Electromagnetic Compatibility – Part 2 -3 – Limits for 
harmonic current emissions  
 
IEC-60838 -2-3 ED. 1.0 B:2016 Miscellaneous lamph olders – Part 2 -3: 
Particular requirements – Lampholders for double —capped linear LED lamps  
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 Considering the regular updating of standards, the latest edition of the PNS 
shall be used as reference. It is understood that future amendments of the 
PNS indicat ed in this PPR shall be applied after its promulgation. A transition 
period of one (1) year shall be provided to give ample time to all stakeholders 
to adjust and conform to the new requirements, if any.  
2.5.3  Sampling Method for Ve rification Testing  
 
2.5.3.1  Number of models to be drawn from the market at least once a year  
for performance verification shall be in accordance with Table 1 9: 
 
Table 1 9: Routine Market Sampling  
Number of models  
per Brand  Number of models  
to be drawn  Number of models to pass for 
exemptions to routine market sampling  
1 to 14  1 1 
15 to 24  2 ≥1 
25 to 34  3 ≥2 
35 to 44  4 ≥3 
> 44 5 ≥4 
 
2.5.3.2  Thirty (30) pieces per model per brand shall be randomly picked to 
represent the whole market population for performance verification.  
 
2.5.3.3  Conformance shall be evaluated according to the cases shown in 
Table 2 0: 
 
Table 2 0: Conformance Requirements for Market Samples  
Case 
Condition  1st 
Batch  2nd 
Batch  3rd 
Batch  Conformance  
Case 1  Passed  Not Required  Not Required  Passed  
Case 2  Failed  Passed  Passed  Passed  
Case 3  Failed  Passed  Failed  Failed  
 
The test samples shall pass the following performance requirements of 
the following parameters specified in Table 22: 
a. Minimum Lamp Luminous Efficacy  
b. Luminous Flux Maintenance  
c. Early Failure Rate  
d. Endurance Test  
e. CRI 
f. Power Factor  
 
Failure in any of the above parameters shall result to a failed verdict in 
Table 2.  
 
In case of failure of the 1st batch and the Applicant requests for further 
testing, 60 samples will be taken from the market to represent the 2nd 
and 3rd batch which will be subjected to simultaneous testing.  
 
2.5.3.4  Models that were not covered in the sampling stated in item 1 of 2.5.3 
shall be scheduled for sampling in the succeeding semesters.  
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 2.5.3.5  The DOE have the option to sample the models of particular brands 
according to Table 21 below if found that the sampled models failed the 
exemption requirements in Table 1 9. 
 
Table 21: Intensified Market Sampling  
Number of models  
per brand  No. of models to 
be drawn  Failed 
verification test  No. of models for 
resampling  
1 to 14  1 1 2 
15 to 24  2 1 4 
25 to 34  3 2 6 
35 to 44  4 2 8 
Above 44  5 3 10 
   
2.5.4  Performance Requirements for Self -Ballasted Non -Directional LED   
Lamps and Double -Capped Linear LED Lamps  
 
Table 22. Performance Requirements  
Attribute  Requirement  
Test Methods  Non-Directional LED  Linear LED  
Minimum lamp 
luminous efficacy or 
Minimum Energy 
Performance (MEP)  80 lm/W  90 lm/W  PNS IEC 62612  
Life 
Lumen Maintenance  Given a sample of n pieces of LED lamps, being subjected 
to 6,000 h (or 25% of rated life), it is deemed necessary to 
having passed the test, if at the end of the test, the number 
of failed units is smaller or equal to the number claimed by 
the manufacturer.  
 
When F 50 is specified, at least n-2 individual lamps shall 
have passed.  
When F 10 is specified, at least n individual LED lamps shall 
have passed  
 
In lieu of the 6000h, clause 11.3 temperature cycling test 
may be used if the applicant declares its lumen 
maintenance code  IES LM 80 and  
PNS IEC 62612 
(clause 11.2)  
Endurance Test  Supply Switching Test  
At test voltage, the lamp shall be switched on and off for 30 
s each. The cycling shall be repeated for a number equal to 
half the rated life in hours  (example: 10 k cycles if rated life 
is 20 000 h.).  PNS IEC 62612 
(clause 11.3)  
Color  
Color Rendering 
Index (CRI or R a) Ra≥80  
 CIE 13.3 -1995  PELP – IMPLEMENTING GUIDELINES FOR LIGHTING  PRODUCTS                                          Page 24 of 29 
 Chromaticity 
tolerance   
Nominal 
CCT (K)  Target CCT 
and 
Tolerance 
(K) Target 
Duv Duv Tolerance 
Range  
2200  2238 ± 102 0.0000  Tx: CCT of the 
source  
 
For T x   <  2870K                                         
0.000 ± 0.0060  
 
For T x> 2870K  
Dw (Tx) ± 0.0060  
 
where  
Dw (Tx) = 57700 x 
(1/T x)2 - 44.6 x (1/T x) 
+ 0.00854  2500  2460 ± 120 0.0000  
2700  2725 ± 145 0.0000  
3000  3045 ± 175 0.0001  
3500  3465 ± 245 0.0005  
4000  3985 ± 275 0.0010  
4500  4503 ± 243 0.0015  
5000  5029 ± 283 0.0020  
5700  5667 ± 355 0.0025  
6500  6532 ± 510 0.0031  ANSI C78.377 -
2015  
Operation  
Power factor (PF)  For <5W        PF ≥   0.40  IEC 61000 -3-2 
For 5 -25W        PF ≥   0.50  
For >25W        PF ≥   0.90  
Tolerances  
Total Luminous 
Flux, lm  The average initial luminous flux of the LED lamp in the 
measured sample shall not be less than 92.5%  
 PNS IEC 62612  
Power, W  Measured value shall be +/ - 10% of the rated value  
Others  
Warranty duration  Minimum warranty of at least 2 years against failure  - 
2.5.5  Energy Efficiency Performance Rating (EEPR)  
The classification of LED lamps shall be in accordance with Table 23: 
 
Table 23: Energy Efficiency Performance Rating  
Star Rating  Lumen/watt  
Self-Ballasted Non -
Directional LED  Double -Capped Linear 
LED 
1 80-90 90-98 
2 91-101 99-107 
3 102-112 108-116 
4 113-123 117-125 
5 > 123  >125  
2.5.6  Specifications and Dimensions of the Energy Label  
2.5.6.1  Applicants shall use one side panel of the packaging for the energy 
label. The dimension should be:  
 
• 4 cm (width) x 10 cm (height) for self -ballasted non-directional 
LEDs  
• 10.4 cm (width) x 2.5 cm (height) for double -capped linear LEDs  
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 If the size of the side panel is less than the above dimensions, the 
energy label shall be resized to fit on the side panel maintaining same 
aspect ratio.  
 
2.5.6.2  The size of the energy label may vary according to the size of the side 
panel maintaining the same aspect ratio. The energy label provided by 
the DOE in electronic copy is ready for resizing but be sure to always 
maintain the aspect ratio for the desired size.  
 
Energy  Labels for Self -Ballasted “Non -Directional LED” Lamps  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Energy Labels for Double -Capped “Linear LED” Lamps  
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 2.5.7  Presentation of Energy Label  
Energy Labels for Self -Ballasted “Non -Directional LED” Lamps  
 
Energy Labels for Double -Capped “Linear LED” Lamps  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 3. Code of Practice on Energy Labeling of Products. Pursuant to Section 15 of the EEC 
Act, the Code of Practice on Energy Labeling of Products (COPE) provides for the 
calculation methods of the following:  
 
3.1 The Energy Efficiency Performance Rating (EEPR) or the star rating shown in 
the DOE Energy Label is based on the Efficacy, which is calculated as follows:  
 
                                                 Lighting Out put, in lumens  
                 Efficacy =                                                 
                                                   Power Input, in watts  
 
Where:  
Efficacy  refers to the ratio of light output to power (lamp power) in terms of lumen 
per watt. Efficacy must be in whole number rounded to the nearest ones 
computed from the claimed rating.  
 
Lighting Output  must be in whole number rounded to the nearest tens.  
 
Power Input  must be in whole number rounded to the nearest ones.  
 
For the actual EEPR or Star -Rating equivalent, please refer to the following:  
 
• 2.1.5  Self-Ballasted Compact Fluorescent Lamps  
• 2.2.5  Double -Capped Fluorescent Lamps  
• 2.3.5  Single -Capped Fluorescent Lamps  
• 2.5.5  Light Emitting Diodes (LED) Lamps  
 
The EEPR reflected on the DOE Energy Label shall correspond to the Efficacy 
value shown in the product test report during product registration. The EEPR 
shall be adjusted accordingly (as needed) once the product has undergone 
verification testing.  
 
3.2 For the estimation of monthly energy kWh consumption  (based on a specified 
hour of daily usage), as shown in the DOE Energy Label, the calculation is as 
follows:  
 
Monthly kWh Con sumption = Power Input x Daily Operating Hours x 30  
 
Where:  
Power Input  is the determined electrical power required by the equipment to 
operate normally and is expressed in kilowatts (kW). This corresponds to the 
value declared by the applicant during pro duct registration.  
 
Operating Hours  is the assumed length of time that the equipment is operated 
in a day and is expressed in hours. With regards to the DOE Energy Label, this 
parameter is assumed to be 10 hours.  
 
3.3 For the estimation of monthly electricity cost, the calculation is as follows:  
 
Monthly Electricity Cost = Monthly kWh Consumption x Electricity Price  
 
Where:  
Electricity Price  is the prevailing peso per kWh, as indicated in the electricity bill 
issued by an electric power distribution company.  
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 3.4 For the estimation of monthly Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emission  due to 
monthly electricity consumption, the calculation is as follows:  
 
Monthly GHG emission = Monthly kWh Consumption x Emission Factor  
 
Where:  
Emission Factor  is the Simple Operating Margin (OM) Emission Factor derived 
using the power grid statistics and is available in the DOE Website.  
The unit of the calculated GHG emiss ion shall be in kg CO 2. 
 
4. Lighting  Product Registration.  Only registered companies can proceed to the per -
model PELP Online Product Registration applicable to both manufactured and imported 
institutional products  using the Product Registration  Form  – Lighting Source/Lamp and 
Lamp Ballast , as shown below and is a vailable online.  
 
Product Registration  Form  – Lighting Source/ Lamp  
Type  ☐ Compact Fluorescent Lamp (CFL)  
☐ Double -Capped Fluorescent Lamp (DFL)  
☐ Single -Capped Fluorescent Lamp (SFL)  
☐ Light Emitting Diode (LED) Lamps  
 
Brand Name   
Model Number/Code   
Year Model   
Country of Origin   
Original Equipment Manufacturer   
Is the product generic to a base 
model?  ☐ 
Yes ☐ No 
Please specify base model: 
__________________________  
Light Output (lm)   
Wattage (W)   
Efficacy (lm/W)   
Rated Lamp Life (h)   
Phosphor Coating   
Correlated Color Temperature 
(CCT)   
Color Rendering Index (CRI)   
Dimensions (mm)   
Supplier Frequency (Hz)   
No. of Stars  ☐ ★ 
☐ ★★ 
☐ ★★★  
☐ ★★★★  
☐ ★★★★★  
Other Parameters    
 
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 Product Registration  Form  – Lamp Ballast  
Type  ☐ Magnetic  
☐ Electronic  
 
Brand Name   
Model Number/Code   
Year Model   
Country of Origin   
Original Equipment Manufacturer   
Is the product generic to a base 
model?  ☐ Yes ☐ No 
Please specify base model: 
__________________________  
 
Power Input (W)   
Ballast Efficacy Factor (BEF)   
Other Parameters    
Note:  Number  of samples tested for product registration purposes will be up to the Applicant . The  
validity of test reports for lighting pro duct shall be valid for two (2) years.  
 
5. Effectivity.  This Lighting  Products IG shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its 
publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation. Copies of this IG shall 
be filed with the University of the Philippines Law Center – Office of the National 
Administrative Register.  
 
Issued at Energy Center, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City.  
 
 
Approved by:  
 
 
 
PATRICK T. AQUINO, CESO III    
Director, Energy Utilization Management Bureau