Batteries Regulation

Manufacturers, importers, distributors, authorised representatives, fulfilment providers, producers (EPR), and anyone placing products with portable batteries on the market (removability). Categories: portable, LMT, starting-lighting-ignition, industrial and EV. Due diligence does not apply below EUR 40 million net turnover (unless part of a larger group).

• Battery passport for every LMT, industrial (over 2 kWh) and EV battery from 18 February 2027, reached by QR code and registered in the EU registry
• QR code on all batteries from 18 February 2027
• Label with general information, capacity and the crossed-out bin; CE marking and declaration of conformity
• Portable batteries in appliances must be removable and replaceable by the user from 18 February 2027
• Register as a producer in each country before selling there; distance sellers appoint an EPR authorised representative
• Due diligence policy, notified-body check and public report from 18 August 2027 (EUR 40 million turnover or more)
• Carbon footprint declaration once the methodology acts apply

• Manufacturer, battery category and identifier (model, batch, serial)
• Place and date of manufacture, weight, capacity, chemistry
• Hazardous substances and critical raw materials above 0.1 %
• Material composition and carbon footprint (when required)
• Recycled and renewable content
• Rated capacity, voltages, power, expected lifetime in cycles, temperature range, warranty
• Declaration of conformity; waste prevention information
• State of health and status (original, repurposed, remanufactured, waste)