Mexico · Batteries

Battery Safety Testing in Mexico

A practical guide to Battery Safety Testing for batteries sold in Mexico: who it applies to, what to prepare, and the mistakes that cause rejection.

Who needs it

Battery packs must pass abuse, thermal, and electrical safety tests for the intended application; Sellers shipping batteries or devices with batteries into Mexico

Authority

SEMARNAT

Legal basis

General Law for Prevention and Management of Wastes

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

Battery packs must pass abuse, thermal, and electrical safety tests for the intended application
Sellers shipping batteries or devices with batteries into Mexico

Documents you need

Battery safety test report
Battery producer registration
Chemistry and weight declarations
Collection and recycling scheme evidence

Compliance checklist

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Battery safety test report
Battery producer registration
Chemistry and weight declarations
Collection and recycling scheme evidence

How to comply

Test the pack in its final application
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 Safety Testing — Mexico
Product category: Batteries
Authority: SEMARNAT
Legal basis: General Law for Prevention and Management of Wastes

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

Questions:
  1. Does our product fall under Battery Safety Testing in Mexico?
  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

Cell tested but pack assembly untested
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.

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FAQ

Who needs Battery Safety Testing in Mexico?

Battery packs must pass abuse, thermal, and electrical safety tests for the intended application Sellers shipping batteries or devices with batteries into Mexico.

What documents are required for Battery Safety Testing?

Battery safety test report; Battery producer registration; Chemistry and weight declarations; and collection and recycling scheme evidence.

What is the first step for Battery Safety Testing?

Test the pack in its final application. Before placement; declarations are periodic.

How long does Battery Safety Testing take?

Before placement; declarations are periodic.

How much does Battery Safety Testing cost?

Fees depend on chemistry and volume.

What happens if I sell without it?

Fines and sales restrictions.

Who regulates Battery Safety Testing in Mexico?

SEMARNAT.