Update on Battery Regulations!
In July 2023, a new EU battery regulation (Regulation 2023/1542) was approved by the EU. The aim of the regulation is to create a harmonised legislation for the sustainability and safety of batteries. Some provisions came into force on 18 February 2024, while others will become relevant over the next few years. This significant move marks a major step forward in promoting responsible production and recycling of batteries across the EU.
If you are importing batteries or if your product contains a battery, then this will apply to your product including medical devices. And you will need to appoint an Authorised Representative such as International Associates Limited and also update your technical file accordingly.
Here are some key highlights from the new regulation:
𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬: From August 2028, industrial and electric vehicle batteries must contain specific minimum percentages of recycled materials. For instance, by 2036, these batteries must have at least 26% recycled cobalt and 85% recycled lead.
𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: Starting February 2025, electric vehicles and industrial batteries must include detailed carbon footprint declarations, highlighting the environmental impact of their production.
𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐬: By December 2030, the EU aims to achieve ambitious recycling efficiency targets, such as recycling 70% of lithium-based batteries and 95% of nickel.
𝐃𝐮𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐚𝐰 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠: Economic operators must now adopt robust due diligence policies to ensure responsible sourcing of raw materials, addressing both social and environmental risks associated with battery production.
𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞: A new battery passport will provide detailed information on battery composition, carbon footprint, and responsible sourcing practices, ensuring transparency and traceability throughout the supply chain.
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