Your Partner for Battery Compliance in Europe
Simplify your EU battery compliance with DEKRA’s digital certification and globally accredited labs.
Your Partner for Battery Compliance in Europe
Simplify your EU battery compliance with DEKRA’s digital certification and globally accredited labs.
What is the EU Battery Regulation?
The new EU Battery Regulation, officially called the “Regulation (EU) 2023/154” includes a new set of rules with which the European Union aims to make batteries more safe, sustainable and circular throughout the battery’s lifecycle. The regulation supports Europe’s clean energy transition and also independence from fuel imports.
Due to the exponent growth in battery use for electric vehicles and devices in recent years, the older set of directives were no longer sufficient. Not only European member states are affected but the regulation has a global impact.
When Does the New EU Regulation Take Effect?
The new EU Battery Regulation is now in force. The approval processes of the notified bodies are currently still ongoing. From 2025, things will get serious for the battery manufacturers concerned when the implementation phase for the new regulations begins. By February 2027, a unique battery passport will be introduced and by august 2027 due diligence policies verification by a third party will be mandatory. By 2028, the regulation will implement a carbon footprint threshold and require reporting on critical mineral sourcing. Lithium-based batteries must achieve minimum recycling efficiency of 70 percent by 2030. And by 2031, the regulation will set minimum recycled content share targets of 85 percent for lead, 16 percent for cobalt, and 6 percent for both lithium and nickel.
What Does This Mean for You and Your Company?
The EU Battery Regulation has a big impact on many industries worldwide and many companies are affected. Get in touch with us to figure out which changes you can expect for your company.
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