The effective date for numerous labelling requirements for batteries under the new Battery Regulation was 18 August 2024. Since then, it has been unlawful to place unmarked batteries on the market or make them available on the market.
It is primarily the responsibility of the manufacturer to ensure that all labelling requirements are met. According to Art. 38(3) of the Battery Regulation, it is the manufacturer's responsibility to affix the CE marking on the battery. Furthermore, in accordance with Art. 38(7) Battery Regulation, the manufacturer is required to affix their own data, known as the "manufacturer marking", on the battery.
Importers are subject to comprehensive inspection obligations. In accordance with Art. 41(2b) Battery Regulation, importers are responsible for ensuring that the manufacturer has fulfilled all labelling requirements properly. In the event of non-compliance, the importer is prohibited from placing the respective battery on the market. In addition to these inspection duties, importers are required, according to Art. 41(3) Battery Regulation, to affix their own data, known as the "importer marking," on the battery.
Distributors are also required to conduct inspections. According to Art. 42(2b) Battery Regulation, it is the distributor's responsibility to verify the battery's labelling. This includes, among other things, the CE marking as well as the manufacturer and importer markings. Distributors are not permitted to provide batteries that are not properly labelled.
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