EU-BATTERY • EU
EU Battery Regulation
EU regulation establishing sustainability, safety, labeling and information requirements for batteries placed on the EU market.
Topics
BatteriesChemicalsSustainability
Description
The EU Battery Regulation applies to all types of batteries and to products that contain or incorporate batteries. It introduces requirements on substance restrictions, carbon footprint, labeling, removability, due diligence and end-of-life management.
What to do
- Determine whether the product contains or is supplied with a battery.
- Identify the applicable battery type (portable, industrial, automotive, EV).
- Check substance restrictions and information obligations for batteries.
- Ensure labeling, documentation and supply chain information requirements are fulfilled.
- Prepare compliance evidence for placing the product on the EU market.
References
- European Commission – Batteries Regulationhttps://environment.ec.europa.eu/topics/waste-and-recycling/batteries_en