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EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542

Replaces the older battery directive with wider duties covering carbon footprint, recycled content, labelling, due diligence and removability.

CodeEU Battery
RegionEuropean Union
TypeMandatory, phased
Issued byEU member state authorities
Last verified2026-10-10
Quick answerCertification · last verified 2026-10-10

Replaces the older battery directive with wider duties covering carbon footprint, recycled content, labelling, due diligence and removability. Status: Mandatory, phased. Issued or recognised by EU member state authorities.

CodeEU Battery
RegionEuropean Union
TypeMandatory, phased
Issued byEU member state authorities
GroupEnvironmental and materials
Last verified2026-10-10
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What it means

The regulation applies progressively, so different obligations start on different dates. Portable batteries designed into IoT products face removability and replaceability expectations, and labelling requirements expand over time.

Applies to

  • Products with rechargeable or replaceable batteries
  • Battery pack suppliers
  • Producers placing batteries on the EU market

What it does not cover

  • Transport testing of lithium cells, which is UN 38.3
  • Safety testing of the battery pack
  • Recycling targets handled by national schemes

Verification checklist

  • Identify the battery category and the applicable phase-in dates
  • Plan for removability and replaceability of portable batteries
  • Prepare carbon footprint and recycled content documentation
  • Apply the battery labelling and QR requirements when they apply

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