Water Efficiency Label Service (WEL)
At Raqabah Inspection, Testing and Certification, we provide Water Efficiency Label (WEL) assessment and issuance services for water-consuming products. This service ensures that products comply with applicable water efficiency standards and technical regulations in GCC markets—particularly the Saudi market.
Product quality assurance
Facilitating import procedures
Boosting consumer confidence
The service supports national efforts to reduce water consumption and improve the efficiency of water-using products in both residential and commercial applications.
Objective of WEL Service
Our Water Efficiency Label services aim to:
Measure water consumption efficiency in products
Ensure compliance with water efficiency requirements
Support compliance with Saudi technical regulations
Reduce water waste and unnecessary consumption
Promote sustainable use of water resources
What is the Water Efficiency Label (WEL)?
The Water Efficiency Label (WEL) is a regulatory label that indicates the level of water efficiency of a product. It is classified based on the amount of water consumed during operation compared to the product’s functional performance.
A higher EER value indicates greater energy efficiency and lower power consumption.
A higher rating indicates greater efficiency and lower water consumption.
Products Covered by the Service
The WEL service applies to a wide range of water-consuming products, including:
Faucets and mixers
Showerheads
Toilets and flushing systems
Water-saving devices
Any product involving water flow or consumption
Water Efficiency Assessment Standards
Evaluation is conducted in accordance with applicable standards and regulations, including:
Saudi Arabia Water Efficiency Standards (SASO)
Water conservation and efficiency regulations
Relevant GCC standards
International standards when applicable (ISO / IEC depending on product type)
Requirements for Obtaining WEL
Technical specifications of the product
Water flow and consumption data
Product samples for testing
User manual or technical catalog
Previous test reports (if available)
Service Workflow
Receiving the water efficiency assessment request
Reviewing product technical specifications
Conducting required laboratory testing
Analyzing water consumption rates
Issuing water efficiency report and classification
Issuing the official Water Efficiency Label (WEL)
Service Deliverables
Clients receive:
Water Efficiency Report
Product Water Efficiency Rating
Certified Water Efficiency Label (WEL)
Detailed test results supporting compliance
Importance of WEL in the Saudi Market
The Water Efficiency Label plays a key role in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s efforts to:
Conserve natural water resources
Promote environmental sustainability
Enforce high efficiency standards for products
Support the Saudi Vision 2030 sustainability goals
Compliance with WEL requirements facilitates market access and increases regulatory acceptance.
Why Choose Raqabah for WEL Services?
Expertise in Saudi water efficiency regulations and standards
Accurate testing based on accredited methodologies
Full support from testing to label issuance
Deep understanding of SASO and regulatory frameworks
Fast, reliable, and high-quality service delivery