Dr. Simon Engelke
Founder and Chair of Battery Associates
About the EU Battery Regulation
The EU Battery Regulation encompasses a comprehensive set of rules and requirements established by the European Union (EU).
On July 28, 2023, the EU Commission published the new EU Battery Regulation (2023/1542) concerning batteries and waste batteries, which replaced the EU Batteries Directive (2006/66/EC) and took effect on August 17, 2023.
The new legislation came into effect on February 18, 2024 and introduces updated requirements focused on improving the sustainability and safety of batteries and battery-powered products throughout their entire lifecycle.
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About the Workshop
Join our workshop on the new EU Battery Regulation and get the insights you need to stay compliant and competitive. This workshop covers important topics such as performance and safety standards, labeling and information requirements, conformity assessment and CE marking, due diligence obligations, and effective battery waste management.
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Designed for all economic operators in the battery industry, this workshop will provide practical guidance to help you navigate regulatory changes and meet compliance requirements with confidence.
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Stay compliant, informed, and ready for the future - register now!
Overview of EU Battery Regulation
What are the battery types covered?
Portable
batteries
Sealed, Weighs ≤5 kg
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Not designed for industrial use and is neither an electric vehicle battery, an LMT battery, nor an SLI battery
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Common formats include 4.5V (3R12), button cell, D, C, AA, AAA, AAAA, A23, 9V (PP3)
LMT Batteries
(Light means of transport)
Sealed, Weighs ≤25 kg
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Designed for vehicle traction and powered by an electric motor or by a combination of motor and human power
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Category L vehicles
SLI Batteries
(Starting, Lighting or Ignition)
Designed to supply electric power for starting, lighting, or ignition
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Used for auxiliary or backup purposes in vehicles, other means of transport or machinery
Industrial Batteries
Weighs >5 kg
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Designed for industrial use, intended for industrial uses after
having been subject to repurposing and that is neither an electric vehicle battery, an LMT battery, nor an SLI battery
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Includes SBESS (Stationary Battery Energy Storage System)
EV Batteries
(Electric Vehicle)
Weighs >25 kg
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Designed to provide electric power for traction in hybrid or electric vehicles
Category L, M, N or O vehicles
Category L as provided for in Regulation (EU) No 168/2013 includes two-, three- or four-wheel vehicles such as powered two-wheel vehicles, tricycles and quad tricycles.
Categories M, N, or O as provided for in Regulation (EU) 2018/858 includes motor vehicles for the carriage of passengers (category M) motor vehicles for the carriage of goods (category N) and their trailers (category O).
EU Battery Regulation Timeline
Our Services
At Battery Associates, we provide end-to-end compliance solutions designed to address the dynamic landscape of European battery regulation. Our expert team ensures your adherence to the latest regulatory standards, establishing your leadership in the battery industry.