Eco Mark Product Category No. 135

Certification Criteria for“Products Using Photovoltaic Cells Version 1.8”

Applicable Scope
A. Residential photovoltaic power generation system
B. Small-scale power generator/ charger
C. Installed products (for residential use, industrial use, or public use)
D: Mobile and vehicle-mounted products
E: Photovoltaic modules
F: Power conditioners for small-output photovoltaic power generation

Established
Last revised
Expiration date

March 15, 2006
December 15, 2022
March 31, 2029

Japan Environment Association
Eco Mark Office

NOTE: This document is a translation of the criteria written in Japanese. In the event ofdispute, the original document should be taken as authoritative.

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Eco Mark Product Category No. 135“Products Using Photovoltaic Cells Version 1.8” Certification Criteria

Category D: Mobile and vehicle-mounted products
Japan Environment Association
Eco Mark Office
1. Purpose of Establishing Criteria
In order to effectively implement the United Nations Framework Convention on
Climate Change (UNFCCC), which came into force in March 1994, its first protocol, theKyoto Protocol, was adopted at the third session of the Conference of Parties (COP3) tothe UNFCCC. This protocol imposed limits on the emissions of greenhouse gases,
including carbon dioxide (CO2), by developed nations. The Kyoto Protocol required Japanto reduce the emissions of greenhouse gases by 6% relative to the emission levels in 1990.
Since the Kyoto Protocol entered into force on February 16, 2005, Japan is required toachieve this reduction target according to the UNFCCC. These greenhouse gases consist
mostly of CO2, which originates from energy production and usage, and most of them are
emitted through the burning of fossil fuels. The main measures to combat global warmingin Japan are therefore related to policies for reductions in energy consumption andpolicies that promote alternatives to fossil fuels through the development andproliferation of technologies that substitute for fossil fuels. The main alternatives to theuse of fossil fuel energy are nuclear power generation and renewable sources of energy.
Japan is emphasizing the development and proliferation of photovoltaic power generation
as a form of renewable energy.
The first oil crisis in 1973 triggered the development of photovoltaic cells in Japan.
The government’s Sunshine Project started in 1974, which was a major project for thedevelopment of photovoltaic cells. The Sunshine Project was succeeded by the New
Sunshine project in 1993, resulting in the rapid proliferation of photovoltaic power
generation in the 1990s due to the cost-effectiveness of technological developments andpolitical support, such as a system of subsidies for the installation of photovoltaic power
generation facilities. This political support enabled the cumulative capacity ofphotovoltaic power generation facilities to rise to more than 1,100 MW by 2004. As aresult, Japan has the most widespread photovoltaic power generation facilities in theworld. The production base that supports the introduction of photovoltaic power has also
become well established. As a result, Japan accounts for about 50% of the world’s total
production, making Japan the largest producer of photovoltaic cells in the world. This
cumulative level of production, however, is far below the 4,820 MW goal for fiscal 2010 set
by the government. This requires further cost reductions through technologicalinnovation and additional support for technological proliferation.
Compared to general commercial electric power production and primary batteries,
the photovoltaic cell has the potential to reduce the environmental burden in relation to
the following aspects.
(1) Reduction of the amount of fuel and fossil reserves and rare metals used forcommercial electric power generation and primary batteries (silicon, the material
used for silicon-based photovoltaic cells, is a ubiquitous resource that is virtuallyunlimited)(2) Reduction of the generation of waste (photovoltaic cells have a long life and may
be reused or recycled.)(3) No gases contributing to global warming are emitted when the cells are in use.
(4) Improvement of maintenance and user-friendliness, including replacement of
the primary batteries, refilling fuel, and transportation.
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135V1Criteria D(5) Reduction in the facilities and construction work required in relation to power
supplyIt has been considered that the Eco Mark should be given in recognition of thepotential of photovoltaic cells to reduce the environmental burden and this standard has
been established as a result.
On the other hand, it has also been recognized that the production of photovoltaic
cells also consumes resources and in their manufacture emit gases that contribute to
global warming, use hazardous materials, and any used photovoltaic cells also become
waste, thus imposing a burden on the environment just as much as products that do notuse solar energy. Of the environmental burdens associated with photovoltaic cell
production, manufacturers are required to further reduce the amount of chemical
substances used in manufacturing. Concerning the recovery, recycling, or reuse ofphotovoltaic cells, up to now no recovery system for products using photovoltaic cells has
been established. Residential photovoltaic power generation systems, which account formost of the market, are considered to be part of the construction. Thus, quantities of usedphotovoltaic cells are expected to be generated in the future as buildings are demolishedand replaced. Accordingly, it is highly possible that photovoltaic power generation
systems could be recovered as a part of construction waste. Thus, photovoltaic cells thatcome onto the market in future should be required to be designed in consideration of the
3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle) for the product. Products using photovoltaic cells can beeither incinerated or buried. In order to prevent hazardous materials from entering theenvironment when photovoltaic cells are disposed of, there should also be investigation of
how to reduce the usage of hazardous materials in the production of the cells in the firstplace.
2. Applicable Scope
This category covers silicon photovoltaic modules and products that use silicon
photovoltaic cells as main power sources. In addition, systems using photovoltaic cells as
main power sources, together with wind power generation or hydroelectric power
generation systems, are also covered. This category does not cover the other photovoltaic
cells such as compound semiconductor cells (refer to “3. Terminology”) and products using
them as sources of power.
Products covered by this category shall be residential photovoltaic power generation
systems, traffic signs, streetlights, and other products smaller than these. Large-scale
photovoltaic power generation systems or facilities for buildings or public places are
excluded.
Scope of applicable products in this category is shown in Table 1.
Table 1 Scope of applicable products
Category D: Mobile and vehicle-mounted products

Example of applicable product* The number is based on Japan
Standard Commodity Classification

Leisure goods
Commodities
Stationery/officeequipment
Learning
materials/toys
Vehicle-mounted goods

Lights/lanterns
RadiosElectronic calculators
Learning materials/toys, etc.

62 24 Flashlights
60 24 Radio receivers
59 41 Electronic calculators
89 5 Toys and dolls

Car accessories

57 59 Car maintenanceequipment/systems

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3. Terminology
Compoundsemiconductor
cell

Nominalmaximum output

RenewableenergyResidential
photovoltaic
power generation
systemPrescription
constituent
Siliconphotovoltaic cell
Photovoltaic
power generation
systemLead-acidbattery forphotovoltaic
power generation
Photovoltaicarray
Photovoltaic
sub-module
Photovoltaic cell
Photovoltaic
moduleRatedload

A photovoltaic cell using compound semiconductors consisting ofmultiple types of elements. This battery is categorized by its
constituent elements: III-V compound, II-IV compound, and
I-III-VI2 compound cells. The major types are GaAs, InP,
CdS/CdTe, and CuInSe2 photovoltaic cells (cited from JIS C 8960
2004.)The nominal value of the maximum output in a basic state.
The basic state is defined as a state with a module temperatureof 25 degrees Celsius, a spectral distribution of AM1.5 global
photovoltaic radiation standard sunshine (refer to JIS C 8911
1998,) and an irradiance of 1000 W/m2.
Energy sources in which the resource is constantly being
regenerated and thus does not become depleted, including wind
power and photovoltaic radiation.
A photovoltaic power generation system for installing inresidences. These systems consist of components such as
photovoltaic modules, power conditioners, connecting boxes,
distribution boards, voltmeters, and batteries with support
frames for installing the various components and wiring. This
product category targets photovoltaic power generation systems
with an output of less than 20 kW (Article 48, Section 4 of theenforcement regulations of the Electric Utility Law (Ministerial
ordinance No. 77 of the Ministry of Economy, Trade andIndustry of October 18, 1996.))
Components intentionally added with the purpose of providing
specific characteristics to the product. Impurities that inevitably
enter during the manufacturing process are excluded.
A photovoltaic cell using silicon as the semiconductor material.
Major types of this cells are single-crystal, multi-crystal,
amorphous cells, etc.
A general term for systems and accessories that convert solar
energy to electricity using photovoltaic effects and that supply
power suitable for loading (cited from JIS C 8960 2004.)
A generic term for lead-acid batteries used in photovoltaic power
generation systems. In a narrow sense, this means lead-acidbatteries designed to satisfy the required quality for photovoltaic
power generation systems (cited from JIS C 8960 2004.)
An assembly in which the photovoltaic modules or panels aremechanically connected using a photovoltaic frame and/or baseor other components, and that are electrically connected (citedfrom JIS C 8960 2004.)
Smallest unit of multiple photovoltaic cells formed on an
undividable substrate (cited from JIS C 8960 2004.)
Smallest constituent unit of a photovoltaic sell for photovoltaic
power generation (cited from JIS C 8960 2004)
Smallest power generation unit with a standard output,
constituting a photovoltaic cell or photovoltaic sub-modules
enclosed in a container to provide them with resistance toenvironmental conditions (cited from JIS C 8960 2004)
One of the load efficiencies of the power conditioner. The rate
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efficiency

between AC output power (effective electric power) and DC
input power under the rated load. This efficiency is usuallyshown as a percentage (%) (cited from JIS C 8960 2004.)
Power
A system for converting the output of photovoltaic arrays to theconditioner
prescribed power, consisting of or part of the main line
controlling/monitoring systems, DC conditioners, inverters,
DC/DC interfaces, AC/AC interfaces, and AC line interfaces(cited from JIS C8960 2004.)
Partialload One of the load efficiencies of the power conditioner. The rate
efficiency
between AC output power (effective electric power) and DC
input power under the designated load. This efficiency is usuallyshown as a percentage (%) (cited from JIS C 8960 2004.)

1.
Front glass①フロントガラス
2.②フレーム
Frame
3.Filler
sheet③充填材シート
4.Photovolatic cells④太陽電池セル⑤配線
5.
Wiring6.⑥バックカバーフィルム
Rear covering film
7.⑦ブチルゴム
Butyl rubber
10. Cable⑩ケーブ

8.⑧接続ボックス
Connecting box
11.⑪コネクタ
Connector

9.⑨防水シーラント
Waterproof sealantル

Figure 1 Photovoltaic module illustration
4. Certification Criteria
4-1. Environmental criteria
The applied product shall meet “4-1-1 Environmental Common Criteria andCertification Procedure” and individual criteria “4-1-2 Cetegory D: Mobile andvehicle-mounted products”. The product shall use silicon photovoltaic cells as main
power sources.
4-1-1. Environmental Criteria and Certification Procedure(1) In manufacturing the applied product, related environmental laws and regulations
and pollution control agreement (hereinafter referred to as the “Environmental Laws,etc.”) must be followed with respect to air pollution, water contamination, noise,
offensive odor, and emission of hazardous materials in the area where the plant
performing the final manufacturing process is located.
In addition, the state of compliance with the Environmental Laws, etc. for the last five
years from the date of application (whether there is any violation) must be reported. If
there is any violation, it is necessary that proper remedies and preventive measures
have been already taken, and the related Environmental Laws, etc. must thereafter befollowed appropriately.
[Certification Procedure][Issuer of the certificate: the manufacturing plant of the final product]
With respect to the compliance with the Environmental Laws, etc. in the area where
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the plant performing the final manufacturing process is located, a certificate issued
by the representative of the business of manufacturing the applied product or the
manager of the relevant plant (entry or attachment of the list of names of theEnvironmental Laws, etc.) must be submitted. (Example 6)
In addition, it is necessary to report whether there is any violation during the last
five years, including a violation subject to administrative punishment oradministrative guidance, and if there is, the following documents in a and b must be
submitted:
a. With respect to the fact of violation, guidance documents from administrative
agencies (including order of correction and warning) and copies of written
answers (including those reporting causes and results of correction) to such
documents (making a series of progress clear);b. Following materials (copies of recording documents, and so on) concerning themanagement system for compliance with the Environmental Laws, etc. in 1)-5):
1) List of the Environmental Laws, etc. related to the area where the plant islocated;2) Implementation system (organizational chart with entry of roles, etc.);
3) Document stipulating retention of recording documents;
4) Recurrence prevention measures (future preventive measures);5) State of implementation based on recurrence prevention measures (result ofchecking of the state of compliance, including the result of onsite inspection).
(2) The packaging of the products shall be considered resource saving, easy-to-reuse andrecyclable.
[Certification Procedure] [Issuer of the certificate: Applicant]Compliance with this item shall be indicated in the Attached Certificate. A document
shall be submitted describing the product packaging conditions and packaging
materials in detail and what was taken into consideration to achieve resource saving,reuse, and recycling (supplemented by figures and photographs.)(3) Compounds that deplete the ozone layer (Attachment 1), including CFC substitutes,
shall not be used in manufacturing the packaging materials[Certification Procedure]Compliance with this item shall be indicated in the Attached Certificate.
(4) The plastic materials used for packaging shall not use plastics containing halogens
in the polymer backbone.
[Certification Procedure]Compliance with this item shall be indicated in the Attached Certificate.
(5) Maintenance and repair service systems shall be established, and repairs shall be
carried out at the request of the users. As part of the maintenance and repair service
system, user-requested information shall be provided regarding the applied items foreach product in the items (a)-(c) in Table 3 (coverage and service contents formaintenance or repair, time and costs required for maintenance or repair).
[Certification Procedure] [Issuer of the certificate: Applicant]Compliance with this item shall be indicated in the Attached Certificate. The contact
address for the users, the maintenance and repair service system, and the guarantee
system shall be described to explain the developed service system for
maintenance/repair.
For residential photovoltaic power generation systems, the responsibility of theequipment manufacturer, construction materials manufacturer, distributing agent,
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housing contractor, construction company, managing company, and relatedcompanies shall be described (Entry Table 135-1). Figures and tables may be used forthis description (refer to Table 2-2)
Table 2-2 Description of the responsibilities for contacting, repair, and guarantees(Category D: Mobile and vehicle-mounted products)
Equipment manufacturer
Manufacturing equipment
Repair equipment

X
X

Instruction manual

Prepared

Equipment guarantee

X

Distribution

Distributor

X

Contact by the users

Received-> If an inspection indicates the need for repairs, contact those concerned to implement the
repairs.

(6) The contents of the documents supplied with the product or catalogues of the
product shall correspond to the product category items shown in (d)-(m) in Table 3,
providing users with information such as usage conditions/performance, information for
consumables or warranty, contact for information of the product, availability ofmaintenance and repair services, a contact address for obtaining these information, andnotes on disposal of the product. The documents supplied with the product referred tohere shall include all the documents supplied with the product, such as instruction
manuals, as well as descriptions on the packaging and packing materials.
[Certification Procedure]Compliance with this item shall be indicated in the Attached Certificate. A copy ofthe corresponding part of the documents attached to the product or catalogues of the
product shall also be submitted.
(7) Plastic parts of the product shall not contain PBB (polybromobiphenyl,) PBDE
(polybromodiphenyl ether,) or short-chain chlorinated paraffins (containing a chain
carbon of 10-13, and a chlorine content of 50% or more) as the prescription constituents.
[Certification Procedure]Compliance with this item shall be indicated in the Attached Certificate.
(8) None of the constituents of the product shall contain lead, cadmium, hexavalentchromium, or mercury as prescription constituents. Lead-based solder shall not be used.
This standard, however, shall not apply to secondary batteries, to which the individual
standards for each product category shall apply.
[Certification Procedure]Compliance with this item shall be indicated in the Attached Certificate.

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Table 3

Information supplied, classified by product category

Category A: Residential
Category B: Small-scale
Category C:
photovoltaic power
power generators
Installed products
generation systems
and chargers
Information provided to the users that is written in the documents supplied with the product. Related to Certification Criteria (6)XXXXX(a) Coverage and service contents for maintenanceXXXXXX(b) Coverage and service contents for repair
XXXXXX(c) Time and costs required for maintenance/repair
Information available on request from users that is written in attachment or catalogues of the product .Related to Certification Criteria (7)(d) Expected annual power generation, its basis and calculating condition andXX*1
possibility that the actual power generation might vary in case of thedifferent standard condition.
XXXXXX(e) Installation and usage conditions
XX*3
XX*4
XX*4
(f) Description of the performance and structure(g) Information on the types of secondary batteries, recovery requests,
XX
XX*6
XX
replacement guidelines and requests for cooperation in recycling (only for
products using secondary batteries)(h) Information for consumables (only for products with consumables, forXX
XX
XX
example, type/replacement of primary battery or bulb)
XXXX(i) Warranty period
XX*7
XX
XX
XX
(j) Contact addresses and methods for obtaining the information(k) Explanation concerning non-liability in designing a total system forphotovoltaic power generation, the combination of equipment, and theinstallation
XX*9
XX*10
XX*10
(l) Precautions for disposing of the product(m)Maintenance/repair service system, information of (a)-(c), contact address
XX*11
XX*11
XX*11
or methods for obtaining these information
XX: Required X: Desirable for providing information or not required Blank: not necessarily required
Item

Category D:
Mobile and vehicle
mounted products

Category E:
Photovoltaic
modulesCategory F:Powerconditioners

X
XX
XX

X
XX
XX

X
XX
XX

XX

XX*2
XX*5

XX
XX

XX

XX

XX

XX
XX

XX
XX

XX
XX

X*8

X*8

XX*6

XX*10

XX*9

XX*9

XX*11

XX*11

XX*11

*1: The following information regarding photovoltaic power generation systems shall be provided; “Expected annual power generation”, “basis and calculating standard [used data of amount of solar radiation, loss ofphotovoltaic cells and power conditioners, and the other loss (dirt on acceptance surface, loss of wiring/circuit, etc.)]”. In addition, the following statement shall be notified; “Power generation might be different
value in case that the conditions of weather, location and installation are different from the standard condition”.
*2: Residential photovoltaic power generation systems shall satisfy 4-1-2 Category E(11). For other types of products, depending on each application, the installation and usage conditions shall be included for those
who design or produce photovoltaic power generation systems. The information should include installation conditions, conditions for installing the final products, and safety installation and dismounting (including
precautions against electric shocks and burns.)*3: As for the display of the performance and structure of the photovoltaic battery arrays used for residential photovoltaic power generation systems, the system performance shall be described according to Table 1 in“JIS C 8952 1996 (how to describe photovoltaic battery arrays)”*4: Products corresponding to stand-alone type photovoltaic power generation systems shall include descriptions of their performance according to Table 4 of “JIS C 8905 1993 (rules for stand-alone type photovoltaic
power generation systems) Mobile power generators or chargers under Category B, however, shall be excluded.
*5: Descriptions according to either “JIS C 8918 1998 (crystalline photovoltaic modules)” or “JIS C 8939 1995 (amorphous photovoltaic modules)” shall be provided.
*6: Description example for cases where the secondary batteries can be removed and recovered: “This product uses a lithium battery as a secondary battery. Refer to page xx in the instruction manual for replacement.
Bring the used battery to a local recycling station for recycling scarce materials.”*7: Detailed information regarding required procedures for warranty shall be provided for users; for instance, application method, presence or absence of contract application for maintenance/repair service, options, etc.
*8: Eco Mark applicants cannot be responsible for designing the combination of equipment and installation using products that will be certified as photovoltaic modules or power conditioners alone. This explanation
may be clearly written in the instruction manual to notify the users, if required.
*9: Description example: “Please inquire of the shop about dismantlement and the removal so that there are fears of electric shocks and accidents.” (Category A), “Please take care not to be electric shocked at the timeof dismantlement of the products.”(Category E)*10: Description example: “Take out any alkaline button batteries before disposing of the product. Take the battery to a button battery recycling box or station.” “This product can be disposed of after each component
has been being separated and sorted according to the material used.” “Properly dispose of the waste oil generated when disposing of this product as industrial waste.” “When disposing of this product, follow thedisposal methods designated by the local government.”*11: Description example: “Maintenance and repair services are available. Please contact xx department at the following phone number xxx-xxxx for maintenance and repair coverage, time and costs. Please also contact
our web site www.xxxx.shuri.co.jp.”

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4-1-2. Category D: Mobile and vehicle-mounted products(9) Mobile and vehicle-mounted products using photovoltaic cells are categorized into
the following three types.
1.
Photovoltaic cells only are used2.
Photovoltaic cells and parts with storage function such as secondary
batteries and condenser are used3.
Photovoltaic cells are used in the product with primary batteries or otherpower sources in combination
For products classified under Category 1 or 2, the products shall be so designed andmanufactured that sufficient power is supplied from the photovoltaic cells alone. For
products classified under Category 3, the products shall be so designed andmanufactured under the standard operating conditions expected from the specifications
as the photovoltaic cells supply 50% or more of the total power consumed by the
product.
[Certification Procedure] [Issuer of the certificate: Applicant]Compliance with this item shall be indicated in the Attached Certificate. For
products classified under each category, a certificate (Entry Table 135-3) which
describes information shown in Table 6 shall be submitted.
Table 6 The items which shall be described in the installation manuals
Product
Category
1 or 2

3

Information to be described in certificate•Electric energy supplied (including the basis of the calculation),based on the specification of the applicable product•Basis for calculation of the capacity of the photovoltaic cells
loading (including the expected amount of power generation)•Electric energy supplied (including the basis of the calculation),based on the specifications of the applicable product• Basis for calculation of the capacity of the photovoltaic cells
loading (including the expected amount of power generation)•The conditions to change over from photovoltaic cells to otherpower sources•The conditions to change over from other power sources tophotovoltaic cells•Information on methods for charging the secondary battery (ifused)•Electric power supplied from photovoltaic cells (including theequations and conditions for the calculation) that is calculated
based on the information(10) Products using secondary batteries shall use recyclable batteries such as
nickel-cadmium batteries, nickel hydride batteries, lithium-ion batteries, or small
sealed lead-acid batteries. These secondary batteries may use lead, cadmium, mercury
or their compounds. The product shall be so designed that users can remove thesecondary batteries when disposing of the product after use, and the batteries can berecycled. If the product has a structure by which users are unable to remove thesecondary batteries, a system for the recovery of the used products shall be established.
[Certification Procedure] [Issuer of the certificate: Applicant]
The certificate attached shall describe the compliance with this item, the type of thesecondary batteries used, the use or non-use of lead, cadmium, or mercury. A
certificate shall be submitted, describing the systems for the recovery and reuse theused- batteries and for recycling materials (recovery, reuse, and materials recycling

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systems) that have been established. If a document supplied with the productdescribes the items defined in the standard, the corresponding part may besubmitted instead.
(11) The product shall not use antimicrobial agents as far as possible. In the case of use,the product shall be certified by such as the SIAA Mark of Society of Industrial
technology for Antimicrobial Articles, etc.
[Certification Procedure]Compliance with this item shall be indicated in the Attached Certificate.
In the case of using antibacterial agents, documents certifying SIAA Mark of Societyof Industrial technology for Antimicrobial Articles, etc. shall be submitted.
4-2. Quality Criteria and Certification Procedure(12) Products shall satisfy one of the following quality conditions.
1. Products covered by an official quality standard, such as JIS, shall satisfy that
quality standard.
2. If the product is not covered by the standard in 1 above, the product shall meet thestandard voluntarily defined by the related industry.
3. If the product is not categorized under 1 or 2, individual quality standards shall beestablished to sufficiently control the quality.
[Certification Procedure]
A certificate (Example: 135-6 or 135-7) shall be submitted showing compliance withthe laws, JIS standards, or voluntary standards that are applicable to the product.
5. Considerations
In manufacturing products, it is desirable to consider the following, although they are
not requirements for certification. The conformance to the individual criteria item shallbe indicated in Attached Certificates.
(1) Instruction manuals (user manuals) provided to users shall conform to the following“a.” to “c.” and da. The binding method shall not impede waste paper recycling. However, use of hot
melt adhesive is approved.
b. Chlorine gas shall not be used in the bleaching process of waste paper pulp.
c. The percentage of waste paper in the pulp mixture shall be over 70％.
However, for the documentation printed overseas, “a” and either “b” or “d” below shallbe considered.
d. The percentage of waste paper in the pulp mixture shall be over 30％.
6. Product Classification, Indication and Others(1) Product certification is classified into A-F as shown in Table 1 and is classified
according the product function (about 4 figures, based on the Japan Standard Commodity
Classification) with brand names. The certification is not classified according to color or
size.
(2) In principle, the Eco Mark shown as below shall be indicated on the product, etc. The
licensees of Eco Mark Utilization Contract who own the Eco Mark products shall also beallowed to use the indication and the certification number as before.

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135V1Criteria D(Note for the indication)*For indicating the logo, Eco Mark certification number (eight-digit number) or thename of the licensee using the logo shall be appeared.
* Such expression as “Eco Mark product” can be used following the 2.(2) of the Guide to
Eco Mark Usage.
“Eco Mark product”, “#Eco Mark”, “www.ecomark.jp”, “Eco Mark Certificate”* In accordance with “Environmental Labeling Guidelines” of the Ministry of theEnvironment of Japan, etc., the environmental claims of certified products may be
indicated in association with Eco Mark.
(https://www.env.go.jp/policy/hozen/green/ecolabel/guideline/)* The Guide to Eco Mark Usage shall be followed for any cases not listed above.
(https://www.ecomark.jp/office/guideline/guide/)

March 15, 2006

Established (Version1.0)

August 3, 2006

Revised (Version1.1)

October 19, 2006

Revised (Version1.2)

February 14, 2008

Revised (Mixing of waste paper pulp, etc., (Version1.3))

August 21, 2008

Revised (4-1-1(1)) (Version1.4)

March 1, 2011

Revised (Version1.5)

October 1, 2011

Revised (5, Version1.6)

October 1, 2012

Revised (4-1(11) added, 6(4), (5) deleted, Version1.7)

March 29, 2018

Extension of expiration

April 1, 2019

Revised (6(2), Eco Mark indication)

March 1, 2022

Extension of expiration

December 15, 2022

Revised (4-1-1(4), 4-1-2(11)Version1.8)

March 31, 2029

Expiration date

These Certification Criteria and/or the product category will be revised or abolished whennecessary.

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Attachment 1
Substances regulated in 4-1-1(3)Specific
Trichlorofluoromethane
chlorofluoro- Dichlorodifluoromethanecarbon(Five CFCs) Trichlorotrifluoroethane
Dichlorotetrafluoroethane
Chloropentafluoroethane
Other CFCs Chlorotrifluoromethane
Pentachlorofluoroethane
Tetrachlorodifluoroethane
Heptachlorofluoropropane
Hexachlorodifluoropropane
Pentachlorotrifluoropropane
Tetrachlorotetrafluoropropane
Trichloropentafluoropropane
Dichlohexafluoropropane
Chloroheptafluoropropane
Carbon tetrachloride
1,1,1-trichloroethaneHydrochloro- Dichlorofluoromethane
fluorocarbon Chlorodifluoromethane(HCFC)
Chlorofluoromethane
Tetrachlorofluoroethane
Trichlorodifluoroethane
Dichlorotrifluoroethane
Chlorotetrafluoroethane
Trichlorofluoroethane
Diclorodifluoroetahne
Chlorotrifluoroethane
Dichlorofluoroethane
Chlorodifluoroethane
Chlorofluoroethane
Hexachlorofluoropropane
Pentachlorodifluoropropane
Tetrachlorotrifluoropropane
Trichlorotetrafluoropropane
Dichloropentafluoropropane
Chlorohexafluoropropane

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Hydrochloro- Pentachlorofluoropropane
fluorocarbon Tetrachlorodifluoropropan(HCFC)e
Trichlorotrifluoropropane
DichlorotetrafluoropropaneChloropentafluoropropane
Tetrachlorofluoropropane
Trichlorodifluoropropane
Dichlorotrifluoropropane
Chlorotetrafluoropropane
Trichlorofluoropropane
Dichlorodifluoropropane
Chlorotrifluoropropane
Dichlorofluoropropane
Chlorodifluoropropane
Chlorofluoropropane