Kalamera

Overview

Kalamera is a manufacturer of wine coolers and kitchen appliances focused on advanced cooling technology for home use. It operates in the refrigeration sector, importing components such as wine coolers and solid wood, with products sold directly via its website. The company faced regulatory issues in California for selling non-compliant wine coolers from 2015 to 2020, resulting in a $75,000 settlement in 2021.

History

Kalamera started business operations around December 2014 and was incorporated as a corporation on June 28, 2017. Mr. Bobby Cheng serves as President. In 2021, it settled with the California Energy Commission over non-compliant wine coolers sold from July 2015 to September 2020.

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Kalamera imports products including wine coolers and solid wood, indicating outsourced manufacturing likely from overseas suppliers. No evidence of in-house production facilities. Products are distributed from its California address.

Notable Products

• Kalamera Wine Cooler - Freestanding or built-in unit with advanced cooling for wine storage.
• Kalamera Beverage Cooler - Refrigerator designed for beverages suitable for home entertaining.

Reputation

Kalamera is not accredited by the Better Business Bureau, with a business profile noting lack of agreement to BBB standards. It has faced criticism from regulators for selling non-compliant wine coolers lacking proper efficiency certification in California. Professionals note its focus on affordable home refrigeration but highlight past compliance issues.