Sweden · Batteries

Battery Recycling Targets in Sweden

A practical guide to Battery Recycling Targets for batteries sold in Sweden: who it applies to, what to prepare, and the mistakes that cause rejection.

Who needs it

Producers must evidence collection and recycling rates against the local targets; Sellers shipping batteries or devices with batteries into Sweden

Authority

Swedish Environmental Protection Agency

Legal basis

Battery Ordinance (2008:834)

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

Producers must evidence collection and recycling rates against the local targets
Sellers shipping batteries or devices with batteries into Sweden

Documents you need

Collection and recycling rate evidence
Battery producer registration
Chemistry and weight declarations
Collection and recycling scheme evidence

Compliance checklist

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Collection and recycling rate evidence
Battery producer registration
Chemistry and weight declarations
Collection and recycling scheme evidence

How to comply

Track collection rates against the target
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 Recycling Targets — Sweden
Product category: Batteries
Authority: Swedish Environmental Protection Agency
Legal basis: Battery Ordinance (2008:834)

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

Questions:
  1. Does our product fall under Battery Recycling Targets in Sweden?
  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 rate below the annual target
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 Recycling Targets in Sweden?

Producers must evidence collection and recycling rates against the local targets Sellers shipping batteries or devices with batteries into Sweden.

What documents are required for Battery Recycling Targets?

Collection and recycling rate evidence; Battery producer registration; Chemistry and weight declarations; and collection and recycling scheme evidence.

What is the first step for Battery Recycling Targets?

Track collection rates against the target. Before placement; declarations are periodic.

How long does Battery Recycling Targets take?

Before placement; declarations are periodic.

How much does Battery Recycling Targets cost?

Fees depend on chemistry and volume.

What happens if I sell without it?

Fines and sales restrictions.

Who regulates Battery Recycling Targets in Sweden?

Swedish Environmental Protection Agency.