GOST R 54993-2012 PDF

Full title and description

GOST R 54993-2012 — ГОСТ Р 54993-2012. Title (English): "Lamps for household purpose. Energy efficiency properties." The standard defines energy-efficiency classes and labeling/content requirements for household lamps (including incandescent, fluorescent and applicable LED lamps) as used in general electrical supply networks.

Abstract

This national standard establishes indicators and requirements for the energy efficiency of household lamps: it defines classes of energy efficiency, the required contents and format of the energy‑efficiency label, and the parameters (lamp power, luminous flux and related measures) used to determine efficiency. It is intended to ensure consistent consumer information and to support measurement and classification procedures (measurement methods are covered in the companion standard GOST R 54992-2012).

General information

• Status: Active (in force).
• Publication date: Entered into force 01 July 2013 (approved by order of the Federal Agency on Technical Regulation and Metrology on 18 September 2012, order No. 347‑ст).
• Publisher: National standard of the Russian Federation / Federal Agency on Technical Regulation and Metrology (Rosstandart).
• ICS / categories: OKS / classification: 29.140 (lamps and related products); technical group E81.
• Edition / version: Original issue — 2012 (designated GOST R 54993-2012; introduced 2013).
• Number of pages: 11–12 pages depending on publication (commercial copies list either 11 or 12 pages).

Scope

The standard applies to household lamps that operate from the general-purpose electrical supply and are intended for use in lighting luminaires — including incandescent lamps, fluorescent lamps with integrated ballast, a range of fluorescent lamp types (single- and double‑ended), and also applicable to LED lamps intended for the same use. It does not apply to lamps with luminous flux above 6500 lm, lamps with rated power below 4 W, reflector lamps, lamps powered from other energy sources (for example battery‑operated), lamps that do not emit in the visible spectrum (400–800 nm), or lamps intended for use in equipment not designed for lighting. The standard sets how power and luminous flux are determined for energy‑efficiency classification and specifies label content and formats (including annex label examples).

Key topics and requirements

• Definition of energy‑efficiency classes for household lamps and the numerical indices used to assign classes.
• Mandatory content and formats of the energy‑efficiency label to be supplied with each lamp (label elements and minimum dimensions provided in annexes).
• Specification of the lamp parameters (rated power, measured luminous flux, mean service life / burning hours where applicable) required to calculate energy‑efficiency indicators.
• Reference to measurement and test methods (see companion standard GOST R 54992-2012 for methods to determine energy‑efficiency parameters).
• Exclusions and special cases (power/lumen thresholds, reflector lamps, non‑visible‑light sources, alternative power sources).

Typical use and users

Primary users are lamp manufacturers, independent test laboratories, conformity assessment bodies, regulators and retailers who must classify and label household lamps for sale. The standard is also used by product designers and purchasers who need to compare energy performance of lamps in consumer and commercial lighting applications.

Related standards

Key related and normative documents include: GOST R 54992-2012 "Lamps for household purpose — Methods for determination of energy efficiency", GOST R 54815 (requirements for LED lamps with integrated control gear) and GOST R 51388-99 (general consumer energy-efficiency information requirements). These documents are referenced by GOST R 54993-2012 as normative sources for testing and additional requirements.

Keywords

household lamps, energy efficiency, lamp labeling, luminous flux, rated power, LED lamps, fluorescent lamps, incandescent lamps, energy‑efficiency classes, measurement methods.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: GOST R 54993-2012 is a Russian national standard titled "Lamps for household purpose. Energy efficiency properties" that sets classes, labeling and the required parameters for assigning energy‑efficiency ratings to household lamps.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers the indicators and labeling content for energy efficiency of household lamps (incandescent, types of fluorescent lamps and applicable LED lamps), prescribes label formats and identifies the measured parameters (power, luminous flux, service life where applicable) used to determine efficiency classes; it also lists exclusions (e.g., >6500 lm, <4 W, reflector and non‑visible‑light lamps).

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Manufacturers, test laboratories, conformity assessment bodies, regulators and retailers who classify and label lamps for the consumer market, as well as designers and buyers comparing lamp energy performance.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: As published it was introduced on 01 July 2013 and is listed as "in force" (active) in national registries; users should verify the current legal/registry status before relying on it (status checks as of 28 February 2026 show it active in national catalogs).

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — it is part of a suite of lamp‑related standards. Notably, GOST R 54992-2012 specifies the methods to determine the parameters used by GOST R 54993-2012; other related documents include GOST R 54815 and GOST R 51388-99.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Energy efficiency, lamp labeling, luminous flux, rated power, household lamps, LED, fluorescent, incandescent, energy‑efficiency class.