NEECA Mandatory Energy Label — Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps (1-5 Star Rating)?

Gap — NEECA energy labelling is mandatory; Chinese energy label data and grades cannot be used directly. NEECA product registration and label approval are required before sale.

NEECA Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) — Minimum EER for Air Conditioners?

Gap — NEECA MEPS sets a mandatory EER floor by capacity band; Chinese SEER data must be validated against Pakistan EER thresholds under Pakistan test conditions before shipment.

PSQCA PS Mark — Mandatory Pre-Market Certification for Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps?

Major gap — PSQCA PS Mark is mandatory before import; CCC is not recognised. A new Pakistan-specific approval process is required before shipment.

Refrigerant Controls — ODS Phase-Down and Accepted Refrigerants under Pakistan Climate Policy?

Gap — R-22 is restricted for new equipment exports to Pakistan; exporters must verify ODS import-permit requirements for the chosen refrigerant with MOClimate before shipment. R-32 and R-410A are accepted alternatives.

Electrical Safety Standard PS/IEC 60335-2-40 — Heat Pumps, Air Conditioners, and Voltage / Frequency Alignment?

Moderate gap — 50 Hz frequency is shared; 230 V vs. 220 V nominal voltage difference requires verification of component ratings and nameplate. Safety test evidence must reference PS/IEC 60335-2-40; GB 4706.32 / CCC evidence alone does not satisfy PSQCA requirements.

CROSS-STANDARD public interest · Air-source heat pump

China-to-Pakistan Air-source Heat Pump Compliance Gap Matrix

Name: China-to-Pakistan Air-source Heat Pump Compliance Gap Matrix
Creator: Cross-Standard
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AI-compiled from official public sources — cross-checked by multiple AI models, not human-verified. Informational only; see disclaimer. Public-interest, source-linked comparison of China air-source heat pump documentation against Pakistan's PSQCA PS Mark mandatory certification framework, NEECA mandatory energy labelling and minimum energy performance standards (MEPS), PTA radio and EMC obligations, and ODS refrigerant phase-down requirements administered by the Ministry of Climate Change.

Dataset 2026-06-11 Last verified 2026-06-17 5 rows

GAP MATRIX

Compliance Gap Matrix

Gap matrix
Compliance item	Common China baseline	Pakistan (PSQCA / NEPRA / PTA)	Gap / action	Source + verification date
NEECA Mandatory Energy Label — Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps (1-5 Star Rating)	China's China Energy Label (中国能效标识) is administered by CNCA and NDRC for room air conditioners and heat-pump products under GB 21455. China uses a 1-to-5 grade scale (Grade 1 = most efficient), with mandatory minimum grade thresholds set by national standard. Chinese energy label grades, seasonal efficiency data, and labelling formats are not equivalent to Pakistan's NEECA star system and cannot substitute NEECA mandatory labelling. The rating methodology, efficiency metrics, and label content requirements differ between the two schemes.GB 21455 (room air conditioner energy efficiency) China Energy Label scheme (中国能效标识) GB/T 7725	Pakistan's National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (NEECA) administers a mandatory energy labelling scheme for air conditioners and other household appliances, mandatory since 2018. The NEECA energy label uses a 1-to-5 star rating scale (5 stars = highest efficiency). Manufacturers and importers must register products with NEECA, obtain label approval, and affix the NEECA label before sale. The label must display the star rating, rated capacity, EER (Energy Efficiency Ratio) or equivalent efficiency metric, model information, and NEECA registration number. Labels must be in English and Urdu.National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act, 2016 (Pakistan) NEECA mandatory energy labelling regulations for air conditioners NEECA Appliance Energy Label — 1 to 5 star scheme (mandatory from 2018)	Chinese Energy Label (Grade 1-5) data cannot be directly mapped to Pakistan's NEECA 1-5 star scheme. Exporters must register the product with NEECA, obtain NEECA label approval based on efficiency data measured or validated under Pakistan's applicable test conditions, and produce bilingual labels (English and Urdu) showing the NEECA star rating. Chinese test data may serve as a starting point but must be confirmed against NEECA requirements for test standard, measurement conditions, and label content.[INFORMATIONAL] Gap — NEECA energy labelling is mandatory; Chinese energy label data and grades cannot be used directly. NEECA product registration and label approval are required before sale.	National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (NEECA), Pakistan2026-06-17 · reference
NEECA Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) — Minimum EER for Air Conditioners	China applies mandatory minimum energy efficiency standards to room air conditioners and heat pumps under GB 21455, including minimum SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) and HSPF values by product class. Chinese MEPS methodology, seasonal weighting factors, and capacity classifications differ from Pakistan's EER-based MEPS. Products meeting China's minimum efficiency tier may not satisfy Pakistan's MEPS if the measurement conditions or metric definitions diverge.GB 21455 (minimum energy efficiency for room air conditioners) GB/T 7725 China mandatory energy efficiency grading scheme	In addition to mandatory energy labelling, NEECA sets Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) for air conditioners, establishing minimum EER (Energy Efficiency Ratio) thresholds that products must meet before market entry. Products that do not satisfy MEPS cannot be legally imported or sold in Pakistan regardless of energy label status. MEPS values are set by product capacity range and are subject to periodic tightening. Importers must ensure the declared EER meets the minimum MEPS floor applicable to the product's rated cooling capacity.National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act, 2016 (Pakistan) NEECA Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) notifications for air conditioners NEECA energy efficiency schedules and capacity-band EER thresholds	Chinese SEER or rated-efficiency data must be cross-checked against Pakistan's NEECA MEPS EER thresholds for the applicable cooling capacity band. Test conditions (ambient temperature, rated frequency, voltage) may differ between GB and PS test methods. Exporters should obtain NEECA-applicable EER test data and confirm the product clears the current MEPS floor before shipment to avoid import refusal or market withdrawal.[INFORMATIONAL] Gap — NEECA MEPS sets a mandatory EER floor by capacity band; Chinese SEER data must be validated against Pakistan EER thresholds under Pakistan test conditions before shipment.	National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (NEECA), Pakistan2026-06-17 · reference
PSQCA PS Mark — Mandatory Pre-Market Certification for Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps	China's CCC (China Compulsory Certification) is the mandatory pre-market approval scheme for heat pumps and air conditioners sold in China, administered by CNCA. CCC relies on Chinese GB safety and EMC standards including GB 4706.32 and GB 4343.1. CCC certificates, factory inspection records, and Chinese-standard test reports are not accepted as evidence of conformity under PSQCA's PS Mark scheme and do not authorise import or sale in Pakistan.CCC (China Compulsory Certification) GB 4706.32 GB 4343.1 GB 25454	Pakistan's Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) administers mandatory pre-market approval for listed electrical goods, including air conditioners and heat-pump appliances. Products must obtain the PS Mark before import or sale. PSQCA adopts Pakistan Standards (PS) which are harmonised with IEC base standards. Importers or local agents must apply to PSQCA for product approval, provide test reports from accredited laboratories, and pass factory or batch inspection as required. The PS Mark must appear on the product and packaging. CCC and other foreign mandatory marks are not recognised as equivalent and do not substitute PSQCA approval.Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority Act, 1996 PS Mark mandatory certification scheme (PSQCA) PS / IEC 60335-2-40 (safety of heat pumps, air conditioners, dehumidifiers) Mandatory product list notifications issued by PSQCA	CCC does not substitute the PSQCA PS Mark. Chinese exporters targeting Pakistan must engage a local importer or authorised agent to apply for PSQCA pre-market approval, supply test reports from a PSQCA-recognised laboratory to PS (IEC-harmonised) standards, and support factory or batch inspections as required. The PS Mark must appear on the product label and packaging before customs clearance. Exporters should confirm whether the specific product is on the current PSQCA mandatory list and identify the applicable PS standard edition.[INFORMATIONAL] Major gap — PSQCA PS Mark is mandatory before import; CCC is not recognised. A new Pakistan-specific approval process is required before shipment.	Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA)2026-06-17 · reference
Refrigerant Controls — ODS Phase-Down and Accepted Refrigerants under Pakistan Climate Policy	China has implemented R-22 phase-down obligations under the Montreal Protocol / Kigali Amendment and restricts HCFC use in new equipment through domestic ODS regulations. Chinese heat-pump and air-conditioner products commonly use R-32 or R-410A as R-22 replacements, consistent with China's HFC transition under GB 9237 refrigerant safety baseline. China's domestic ODS compliance documentation, refrigerant declarations, and GB-based equipment standards apply to the Chinese market and do not substitute Pakistan's import permit or ODS-control requirements.GB 9237 (refrigerant safety baseline) GB/T 7725 GB/T 25127 series Montreal Protocol / Kigali Amendment implementation in China	Pakistan is a signatory to the Montreal Protocol and its Kigali Amendment. The Ministry of Climate Change (MOClimate) administers ODS phase-down obligations, including the phase-down of R-22 (HCFC-22) in new equipment. R-22 is subject to import and use restrictions for new equipment under Pakistan's ODS phase-out schedule. R-410A and R-32 are accepted alternatives for new air conditioning and heat-pump equipment. Import of ODS-containing equipment may require ODS import permits. Product labels must identify the refrigerant type and charge. Importers should confirm refrigerant acceptability and permit requirements with MOClimate before shipment.Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (Pakistan signatory) Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol Pakistan ODS Phase-Out Plan administered by Ministry of Climate Change (MOClimate) Pakistan Environmental Protection Act, 1997 HCFC Phase-Out Management Plan (HPMP) — Pakistan	R-22-charged equipment faces import restrictions in Pakistan and should be avoided for new export. R-410A and R-32 are accepted alternatives; exporters should confirm the current ODS import-permit requirement for the specific refrigerant and product at the time of shipment. Product labelling must clearly state the refrigerant type and charge amount. Chinese ODS documentation and GB refrigerant declarations do not substitute MOClimate import permits or Pakistan-specific ODS controls.[INFORMATIONAL] Gap — R-22 is restricted for new equipment exports to Pakistan; exporters must verify ODS import-permit requirements for the chosen refrigerant with MOClimate before shipment. R-32 and R-410A are accepted alternatives.	Ministry of Climate Change (MOClimate), Government of Pakistan2026-06-17 · reference
Electrical Safety Standard PS/IEC 60335-2-40 — Heat Pumps, Air Conditioners, and Voltage / Frequency Alignment	China's safety standard for heat pumps and air conditioners is GB 4706.32 (household and similar electrical appliances — particular requirements for heat pumps, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers), derived from IEC 60335-2-40 with Chinese deviations. Chinese equipment is rated for 220 V / 50 Hz. The shared 50 Hz frequency eliminates frequency-conversion concerns; however, China's nominal 220 V is 10 V lower than Pakistan's 230 V — both fall within the ±10% operating tolerance of most inverter-drive units, but nameplate markings, component ratings, and safety test evidence must reflect the Pakistan supply voltage. CCC certification to GB 4706.32 does not substitute PS Mark under PS/IEC 60335-2-40.GB 4706.32 (heat pumps, air conditioners, dehumidifiers — China safety standard) CCC (China Compulsory Certification) GB 4343.1 (EMC) China grid: 220 V, 50 Hz	Pakistan adopts Pakistan Standards (PS) harmonised with IEC base standards for electrical safety. Heat pumps and air conditioners must comply with PS/IEC 60335-2-40 (particular requirements for heat pumps, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers) and the general requirements under PS/IEC 60335-1. The PSQCA PS Mark process requires conformity to the applicable PS standard. Pakistan's mains supply is 230 V (single-phase) and 400 V (three-phase) at 50 Hz. Chinese equipment rated at 220 V / 50 Hz generally operates within the ±10% voltage tolerance (198-242 V for CN-rated units), but rated-voltage marking, nameplate, and installation compatibility must be verified for the specific Pakistan supply voltage. Wiring, plugs, sockets, and installation requirements follow Pakistan national standards.PS/IEC 60335-2-40 (Pakistan Standard: heat pumps, air conditioners, dehumidifiers) PS/IEC 60335-1 (general safety requirements) PSQCA mandatory PS Mark certification process Pakistan national grid: 230 V single-phase, 400 V three-phase, 50 Hz	The 50 Hz grid frequency is identical between China and Pakistan, removing frequency-related gaps. The 10 V nominal voltage difference (220 V CN vs. 230 V PK) is within ±10% tolerance for most inverter-type units, but exporters must confirm component ratings, nameplate voltage declarations, and safety test evidence cover the Pakistan 230 V supply. Test reports must reference PS/IEC 60335-2-40 (not only GB 4706.32) to support the PSQCA PS Mark application. Plug and wiring configurations must also conform to Pakistan standards.[INFORMATIONAL] Moderate gap — 50 Hz frequency is shared; 230 V vs. 220 V nominal voltage difference requires verification of component ratings and nameplate. Safety test evidence must reference PS/IEC 60335-2-40; GB 4706.32 / CCC evidence alone does not satisfy PSQCA requirements.	Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA)2026-06-17 · reference

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AI-compiled, not human-verified. This comparison is generated and cross-checked by multiple AI models from public official sources; it has not been reviewed by a named human expert and may contain errors or out-of-date items. Confirm every requirement directly with the official regulator or standards body and a qualified professional before relying on it. Nothing here is legal, certification, customs, or market-access advice.

This page is an informational comparison aid, not a certification decision, legal opinion, conformity assessment body decision, PSQCA filing, NEECA labelling approval, PTA type-approval, customs determination, installation approval, or market-access approval. Exporters, importers, distributors, and installers should verify current PSQCA mandatory product lists, PS Mark routes, NEECA energy label categories and MEPS values, PTA type-approval scope, refrigerant import conditions, and applicable voltage or grid requirements with qualified professionals before shipment, sale, or installation in Pakistan.

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National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (NEECA), Pakistan · accessed 2026-06-17 · reference · used in 2 rows
Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) · accessed 2026-06-17 · reference · used in 2 rows
Ministry of Climate Change (MOClimate), Government of Pakistan · accessed 2026-06-17 · reference · used in 1 rows