Electric Motors

As defined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), “electric motor” means a machine that converts electrical power to rotational mechanical power. This webpage pertains to electric motors subject to the provisions in 10 CFR 431, Subpart B and does not include small electric motors covered by 10 CFR 431, Subpart X nor dedicated-purpose pool pump motors covered by 10 CFR Subpart Z.

 

 

 

 

  • On January 8, 2025, DOE issued a final agency action pertaining to energy conservation standards for expanded scope electric motors. This final rule pertaining to expanded scope electric motors has been scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on January 22, 2025. 

    For the latest information on the planned timing of future DOE regulatory milestones, see the current Office of Management and Budget Unified Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions. All planned dates are preliminary and subject to change.

    Standards

    Expanded Scope Electric Motors Final Rule
    Expanded Scope Electric Motors Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
    • Federal Register, 88FR87062 (December 15, 2023)
    Confirmation of Effective and Compliance Dates
    • Federal Register, 88FR72347 (October 20, 2023)
    Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
    Direct Final Rule
    • Federal Register, 88FR36066 (June 1, 2023)
    • The effective date is September 29, 2023. Compliance with the new standards established in the direct final rule is required on and after June 1, 2027.
    Notification of a Webinar and Availability of Preliminary TSD
    Request for Information

    The docket EERE-2020-BT-STD-0007 contains all notices, public comments, and supporting documents pertaining to this rulemaking.

    Public Meeting Information

    There is no public meeting scheduled at this time.

    Submitting Public Comments

    The comment period is closed.

    Test Procedure

    Final Rule
    • Federal Register, 87FR63588 (October 19, 2022)
    Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
    • Federal Register, 86FR71710 (December 17, 2021).

    Final rule; delay of effective date

    Final Rule

    • Federal Register, 86FR7798 (February 2, 2021)
    • The effective dates of the final rule published January 4, 2021, at 86 FR 4, and the accompanying correction published January 15, 2021, at 86 FR 3747, are delayed to March 21, 2021
    • Federal Register (January 4, 2021)
    Request for Information

    The docket EERE-2020-BT-TP-0011 contains all notices, public comments, and supporting documents pertaining to this rulemaking.

    Public Meeting Information

    There is no public meeting scheduled at this time.

    Submitting Public Comments

    Comment period is closed.

  • Electric motors manufactured and distributed in commerce, as defined by 42 U.S.C. 6311(7), must meet the energy conservation standards specified in the Code of Federal Regulations at 10 CFR 431.25 through 431.26.

  • Manufacturers must follow the test procedure methods specified in 10 CFR 431.14 through 431.21 to determine that electric motors that are currently manufactured or distributed into commerce are in compliance with DOE standards.

  • Labeling Requirements

    DOE has established labeling requirements in section 10 CFR 431.31 through 431.32 of the Code of Regulations for the permanent nameplates of electric motors for which standards are prescribed in section 10 CFR 431.25.

    Records Maintenance Requirements

    DOE has established records maintenance requirements for electric motor manufacturers in section 10 CFR 431.403 of the Code of Regulations. These requirements describe the types, organization, and retention duration of the required documentation.

    Certification

    DOE has established regulations on certification and compliance in section 10 CFR Part 431.35 through 431.36 of the code of Federal Regulations.

    Waivers

    For information on current test procedure waivers, see DOE’s Waivers webpage. 
    For information about obtaining test procedure waivers, see 10 CFR 431.401.

    Exceptions

    DOE's Office of Hearings and Appeals has authorized exception relief for certain electric motors. For information on these exception relief cases, see the Office of Hearing and Appeals listing of Product Efficiency Cases.

    For information about obtaining exception relief, see 10 CFR part 1003.

    Import and Export Provisions

    10 CFR 431.404 contains provisions on importing electric motors into the United States.

    10 CFR 431.405 contains provisions on exporting electric motors from the United States.

    Subpoena Authority for Energy Efficiency

    10 CFR 431.406 explains subpoena authority given to the Secretary of Energy related to carrying out part 431 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

    Confidentiality of Electric Motor Data and Information

    10 CFR 431.407 explains the protocol for confidentiality requests for manufacturers or private labelers of electric motors to follow when submitting data and information to the DOE.

    Guidance and Frequently Asked Questions

    For information on further guidance and answers to Frequently Asked Questions on all covered products, see DOE’s Further Guidance database.

    State Exemptions to Federal Pre-emption

    DOE has not exempted any state from this energy conservation standard. States may petition DOE to exempt a state regulation from preemption by the federal energy conservation standard. States may also petition DOE to withdraw such exemptions. For details, see 10 CFR 431, Subpart W.

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