The EU Battery Regulation (2023/1542) has been introduced in multiple phases, with the latest set of requirements taking effect on August 18, 2024. In response to these evolving regulatory needs, we have integrated the new Battery Regulation (2023/1542) into the scope of CDX.
The background to this is the increased demand for batteries due to electromobility, among other things. In line with the EU (European Union) action plan for the circular economy (“Green Deal”) and the EU industrial strategy, the previous Directive 2006/66/EC was therefore repealed and Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 was amended.
In the new EU Battery Regulation, batteries are now divided into five categories:
- Portable batteries: Batteries used in handheld devices and easily portable.
- Light means of transport (LMT) batteries: Batteries used in e-bikes, scooters, and other light transportation devices.
- Starting, lighting, and ignition (SLI) batteries: Batteries used primarily in vehicles for starting engines, lighting, and ignition.
- Industrial batteries: Batteries designed for industrial applications with various capacities and uses.
- Electric vehicle (EV) batteries: Batteries used in electric vehicles.
Encompassing the following restrictions:
Conformity Assessment and Documentation: By August 18, 2024, all portable batteries must comply with the new regulation, which includes possessing the necessary technical documentation, a Declaration of Conformity (DoC), and CE marking.
Lead Content Restriction: Portable batteries must not contain more than 0.01% lead by weight, aligning with efforts to minimize environmental and health impacts.
Economic Operators’ Responsibilities: Manufacturers, importers, and distributors are required to ensure that batteries comply with the new standards, including verifying CE markings before placing them on the market.
In response to these evolving regulatory needs, we have integrated the new Battery Regulation (2023/1542) into the scope of CDX, encompassing the following substance restrictions:
1. Lead Compounds: Limited to 0.01% by weight in portable batteries, effective from August 18, 2024.
2. Mercury Compounds: Limited to 0.0005% by weight in batteries, whether incorporated into appliances.
3.Cadmium Compounds: Limited to 0.002% by weight in portable batteries, whether incorporated into appliances.
Since the Critical Raw Materials group and substances subject to Harmonized Classification and Labelling are not required until August 2026, they have not been included in this release.
As the regulation is implemented, stakeholders across the battery value chain will need to adapt to new requirements and obligations to comply with the EU’s ambitious sustainability goals. This comprehensive approach aims to reduce environmental impact, improve safety standards, and enhance transparency and accountability within the industry.
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