New EU Battery Regulation

New EU battery regulation requirements and ComplyMarket solutions

The new European Union Battery Regulation has far-reaching implications for manufacturers, importers and distributors of batteries and battery-powered products. The Battery Regulation, proposed in December 2020, aims to ensure that batteries placed on the EU market are sustainable and safe throughout their life cycle. Here's what you need to know about the new battery adjustment requirements.

• 1.  Sustainable battery design

The new battery regulation requires manufacturers to design batteries for easy disassembly, reuse, and recycling. They must also ensure that the batteries are durable, energy-efficient, and have a low environmental impact.

• 2.  Battery labeling

Batteries must be labeled with clear and easily understandable information about their performance, lifespan and energy efficiency. This information will help consumers make informed decisions about which batteries to choose.

• 3.  Restrictions on Hazardous Substances

The new battery regulation restricts the use of hazardous substances, including lead, cadmium and mercury. Batteries and battery-powered products must also comply with REACH and the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive.

• 4.  Manufacturer's responsibility

Manufacturers, importers and distributors of batteries and battery-powered products shall take responsibility for the collection, treatment and recycling of used batteries. They must also provide consumers with information on how to dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way.

• 5.  Registration requirements

Manufacturers, importers and distributors of batteries and battery-powered products must register with the national authorities of each EU country where the product is sold. They must also disclose the sales volumes of each type of product.

How ComplyMarket can help you:

• At ComplyMarket, we understand the challenges of meeting the requirements of the EU Battery Regulation.
• ComplyDoC: is an intelligent IT solution and the first open source cloud solution for Supply Chain sustainability, chemical and product compliance management to collect information from suppliers.
• ComplyMarket can support the certification process and provide notified body services to battery manufacturers and importers.
• We also offer tailored consulting services to help you achieve new battery regulation requirements.

Don't wait until the last minute to comply with the new EU battery regulation. Contact ComplyMarket today to learn more about our solutions and how we can help you achieve your compliance goals.