Midea America: Proposed Penalty (2014-SEW-20006)

DOE alleged in a NPCP that Midea America Corp. imported and distributed in commerce a noncompliant product in the U.S.

Office of the General Counsel

February 27, 2015
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February 27, 2015

DOE alleged in a Notice of Proposed Civil Penalty that Midea America Corp. imported and distributed in commerce noncompliant residential clothes washer basic model MAE80-S1702GPS in the U.S.  Federal law subjects manufacturers and private labelers to civil penalties if those parties distribute in the U.S. products that do not meet applicable energy and water conservation standards.  This civil penalty notice advises the company of the potential penalties and DOE's administrative process, including the company's right to a hearing.