EU Battery Regulation 2027: removable batteries and QR codes
EU Battery Regulation 2027: from 18 February 2027, built-in portable batteries must be user-replaceable and every battery needs a QR code. What to do now.
Batteries in the EU: CE, EPR and the battery passport
Batteries carry CE marking under their own regulation, also when built into a product. Producers register in every EU country of sale, and QR codes and the battery passport apply from 18 February 2027.
- Batteries RegulationRegulation (EU) 2023/1542
- Market Surveillance RegulationRegulation (EU) 2019/1020
- General Product Safety RegulationRegulation (EU) 2023/988
- WEEE DirectiveDirective 2012/19/EU
- Low Voltage DirectiveDirective 2014/35/EU
- EMC DirectiveDirective 2014/30/EU
Three key facts on batteries
CE
Declaration of conformity
Batteries need a declaration of conformity and CE marking under Regulation (EU) 2023/1542.
2027
Passport and QR code
From 18 February 2027: battery passport for LMT, EV and industrial batteries over 2 kWh, QR code on all batteries.
EPR
In every country of sale
Producers register in each EU country where they first make batteries available, also for built-in batteries.
Who does what
Batteries need a business in the EU that holds the declaration of conformity (Art. 4 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1020). Distance sellers also appoint an authorized representative for EPR in each country (Art. 56(3) of Regulation (EU) 2023/1542).
You, the manufacturer
- Battery design, safety tests and conformity assessment
- Technical documentation and EU declaration of conformity
- Labels, CE marking and from 2027 the QR code
- Due diligence for raw materials, where it applies
Written mandate
Representa, your EU Authorized Representative
- Keeps declaration and technical documentation available for 10 years
- Answers requests from market surveillance authorities
- Passes on information about risks and corrective action
- Our name and address on battery, packaging or documents
Deadlines ahead
The next dates from the rules on this page.
Extended producer responsibility for batteries in every EU country of sale
Batteries Regulation
2 October 2026
Battery passport, QR code and replaceable portable batteries
Batteries Regulation
Due diligence obligations for battery raw materials
Batteries Regulation
How we help
EU Authorized Representative
We act as the business in the EU that holds your battery documents and answers authorities.
CE marking support
We check your declaration of conformity, labels and test reports against the Batteries Regulation.
Compliance consulting
We plan QR code, battery passport and due diligence steps with your team.
Battery EPR: distance sellers appoint an authorized representative for EPR in each EU country. This role is part of our representation services.
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- 01Classification
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Batteries: frequently asked questions
Do batteries need CE marking?
Yes. Batteries placed on the EU market need a declaration of conformity and CE marking under Regulation (EU) 2023/1542.
When does the battery passport apply?
From 18 February 2027 for LMT batteries, EV batteries and industrial batteries over 2 kWh. All batteries get a QR code from the same date.
Do built-in batteries count?
Yes. The Batteries Regulation covers batteries incorporated into products, and the producer registers them for EPR as well.
Do I need an authorized representative for battery EPR?
Distance sellers into an EU country appoint one there (Art. 56(3)). Germany requires one from every producer without a German establishment (§ 40 BattDG).
Must batteries in appliances be replaceable?
From 18 February 2027 portable batteries in appliances must be removable and replaceable by the end user, with limited exceptions (Art. 11).
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Why companies choose Representa GmbH
Representa secured our EU Authorized Representative appointment within 48 hours, saving our shipment from costly delay.
U.S. electronic device manufacturerEU Authorized Representative They turned the CE Marking process into clear, actionable steps, helping us meet our launch timeline and pass compliance the first time.
Canadian consumer electronics companyCE marking Thanks to Representa, our products became fully GPSR-compliant well before the deadline, ensuring uninterrupted marketplace sales.
Asian consumer and healthcare exporterGPSR Responsible Person Our beauty cosmetics line faced labeling issues, but Representa's quick review and precise updates got us approved without delay.
Global beauty, fashion and cosmetics brandCompliance consulting The onboarding was fast and transparent. Representa made EU compliance simple and gave us confidence to expand across Europe.
Canadian industrial equipment supplier We were unsure how to manage new GPSR rules. Representa guided us step by step, keeping us fully compliant and avoiding delays.
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