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What is the EU Battery Regulation?

The new EU Battery Regulation, officially called the “Regulation (EU) 2023/1542" 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.
Which Industries are Affected by the EU Battery Regulation?

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.
How can you prepare for the new EU Battery Regulation?
We advise everyone affected by the new EU Batteries Regulation not to waste time and educate yourself on the subject. On this page, we have collected information on the new regulation to help inform you about the many changes that will come. As your partner for EU Battery Compliance, we streamline the complete process and make sure that you meet all regulations. Get in touch with us to talk with a DEKRA Battery Regulation expert, or you can sign up to our newsletter to stay up-to-date whenever important updates and milestones for the regulation are coming up.
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Oct 23, 2024 Digital & Product Solutions
EU Battery Regulation: New perspective on Safety, Sustainability and Performance of Batteries
The European Battery Regulation sets out comprehensive sustainability, performance, and compliance measures for batteries, shaping the industry through 2036.
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Aug 23, 2024 Sustainability
Navigating the New EU Batteries Regulation: A Roadmap for Manufacturers
In August 2023, the new Batteries Regulation for the EU entered into force in all member states.
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