Laundry appliances (ICS code(s): 97.060)

SASO 2885:2025 - "Electrical Clothes Washing Machines - Energy and Water Performance Requirements and Labelling"; (23 page(s), in English)

This notification concerns new draft revision of Saudi Standard SASO 2885, titled:

"Electrical Clothes Washing Machines – Energy and Water Performance Requirements and Labelling."

This draft incorporates revisions made in response to comments received on the previously notified version of the standard.

The standard specifies the Minimum Energy Performance Requirements (MEPS) as well as the testing, calculation, and labelling procedures for electric mains-operated washing machines and washer-dryers with capacities up to 25 kg, including built-in units, multi-drum washing machines, and washer-dryers. The scope also includes appliances that are mains-operated but can additionally be powered by batteries.

The amendments introduced in this draft include:

• Editorial updates such as deletion, modification, or clarification of certain terms.

• Adjustments to washing efficiency values and acceptable water consumption limits.

• Updating references to calculation formulas and tables, including table 5A (wEEI) to be EEI and formula B.12 ( AEC to be AECwd).

• Alignment of clauses and performance parameters with updated technical requirements.

This draft is intended to replace the previously notified version .