New EU Battery Regulation

New EU Battery Regulatory Requirements & ComplyMarket Solutions

The new battery regulation in the European Union 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 regulatory requirements.

• 1. Sustainable Battery Design

New battery regulations require manufacturers to design batteries to be easy to disassemble, reuse, and recycle. They must also ensure that the battery is long-lasting, energy-efficient, and has a low environmental impact.

• 2. Battery Labeling

Batteries should be labeled with clear and easy-to-understand information regarding their performance, durability, and energy efficiency. This information will help consumers make an informed decision about which battery to choose.

• 3. Restriction of Hazardous Materials

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

• 4. Producer Responsibilities

Manufacturers, importers, and distributors of batteries and battery-powered products shall be responsible for the collection, treatment, and recycling of battery waste. They should also provide information to consumers on how to dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly manner.

• 5. Admission Requirements

Manufacturers, importers and distributors of batteries and battery-powered products must register with the national authorities in each EU country where they are sold. They must also report the sales volume of each type of product.

How ComplyMarket Can Help You:

• At ComplyMarket, we understand the challenges of complying with EU battery regulatory requirements.
• ComplyDoC: is the first intelligent IT and open-source cloud solution for Supply Chain sustainability, Chemical & product compliance management to collect information from suppliers.
• ComplyMarket can support the certification process and provide notified agency services to battery manufacturers and importers.
• We also offer ad hoc consultancy services to help you achieve the requirements of the new battery regulations.

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