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Battery Transport Compliance in the European Union

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

Who needs it

Lithium batteries must be tested and packaged for transport under dangerous goods rules; 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

Lithium batteries must be tested and packaged for transport under dangerous goods rules
Sellers shipping batteries or devices with batteries into the European Union

Documents you need

UN38.3 test summary and transport documents
Battery producer registration
Chemistry and weight declarations
Collection and recycling scheme evidence

Compliance checklist

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UN38.3 test summary and transport documents
Battery producer registration
Chemistry and weight declarations
Collection and recycling scheme evidence

How to comply

Test and document the battery for transport
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 Transport Compliance — European Union
Product category: Batteries
Authority: European Commission
Legal basis: Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 article 13

Documents we already have:
  1. UN38.3 test summary and transport documents
  2. Battery producer registration
  3. Chemistry and weight declarations
  4. Collection and recycling scheme evidence

Questions:
  1. Does our product fall under Battery Transport Compliance 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

Battery shipped without UN38.3 evidence
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 Transport Compliance in the European Union?

Lithium batteries must be tested and packaged for transport under dangerous goods rules Sellers shipping batteries or devices with batteries into the European Union.

What documents are required for Battery Transport Compliance?

UN38.3 test summary and transport documents; Battery producer registration; Chemistry and weight declarations; and collection and recycling scheme evidence.

What is the first step for Battery Transport Compliance?

Test and document the battery for transport. Before placement; declarations are periodic.

How long does Battery Transport Compliance take?

Before placement; declarations are periodic.

How much does Battery Transport Compliance cost?

Fees depend on chemistry and volume.

What happens if I sell without it?

Fines and sales restrictions.

Who regulates Battery Transport Compliance in the European Union?

European Commission.