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Battery Labelling in the European Union

A practical guide to Battery Labelling for batteries sold in the European Union: who it applies to, what to prepare, and the mistakes that cause rejection.

Who needs it

Batteries and battery-powered products must carry the required symbols, capacity, and disposal information; Sellers shipping batteries or devices with batteries into the European Union

Authority

European Commission

Legal basis

Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 article 13

Local representative

A local registered producer or representative is required

Timeline

Before placement; declarations are periodic

Cost

Fees depend on chemistry and volume

If you do not comply

Fines and sales restrictions

Who needs this

Batteries and battery-powered products must carry the required symbols, capacity, and disposal information
Sellers shipping batteries or devices with batteries into the European Union

Documents you need

Battery label artwork
Battery producer registration
Chemistry and weight declarations
Collection and recycling scheme evidence

Compliance checklist

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Battery label artwork
Battery producer registration
Chemistry and weight declarations
Collection and recycling scheme evidence

How to comply

Apply the collection and disposal symbols
Identify whether you are the battery producer
Register or join a collection scheme
Declare chemistry and volumes

Brief for your lab or agent

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Request: Battery Labelling — European Union
Product category: Batteries
Authority: European Commission
Legal basis: Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 article 13

Documents we already have:
  1. Battery label artwork
  2. Battery producer registration
  3. Chemistry and weight declarations
  4. Collection and recycling scheme evidence

Questions:
  1. Does our product fall under Battery Labelling in the European Union?
  2. Which test standards or evidence do you accept?
  3. What is the current fee and lead time?
  4. Is a local representative required, and can you act as one?

Cost and timeline

Before placement; declarations are periodic.

Fees depend on chemistry and volume.

Common rejection reasons

Collection symbol missing from the battery
No producer registration
Chemistry misclassified
Missing battery labelling

Registration, notification, or certification is not the same as approval. Keep the technical file current and make sure the label, listing, and submitted data match.

Official sources

FAQ

Who needs Battery Labelling in the European Union?

Batteries and battery-powered products must carry the required symbols, capacity, and disposal information Sellers shipping batteries or devices with batteries into the European Union.

What documents are required for Battery Labelling?

Battery label artwork; Battery producer registration; Chemistry and weight declarations; and collection and recycling scheme evidence.

What is the first step for Battery Labelling?

Apply the collection and disposal symbols. Before placement; declarations are periodic.

How long does Battery Labelling take?

Before placement; declarations are periodic.

How much does Battery Labelling cost?

Fees depend on chemistry and volume.

What happens if I sell without it?

Fines and sales restrictions.

Who regulates Battery Labelling in the European Union?

European Commission.