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CHAPTER I — General provisions CHAPTER I — General provisions CHAPTER I — Allgemeine Bestimmungen
Article 1 — Subject matter and scope Article 1 — Subject matter and scope Article 1 — Gegenstand und Anwendungsbereich
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This Regulation lays down requirements on sustainability, safety, labelling, marking and information to allow the placing on the market or putting into service of batteries within the Union. It also lays down minimum requirements for extended producer responsibility, the collection and treatment of waste batteries and for reporting.
This Regulation lays down requirements on sustainability, safety, labelling, marking and information to allow the placing on the market or putting into service of batteries within the Union. It also lays down minimum requirements for extended producer responsibility, the collection and treatment of waste batteries and for reporting.
Diese Verordnung legt Anforderungen an die Nachhaltigkeit, Sicherheit, Kennzeichnung, Markierung und Information fest, um das Inverkehrbringen oder die Inbetriebnahme von Batterien in der Union zu ermöglichen. Sie legt ferner Mindestanforderungen an die erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung, die Sammlung und Behandlung von Altbatterien sowie die Berichterstattung fest.
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This Regulation imposes battery due diligence obligations on economic operators placing batteries on the market or putting them into service. It also lays down requirements for green public procurement when procuring batteries or products into which batteries are incorporated.
This Regulation imposes battery due diligence obligations on economic operators placing batteries on the market or putting them into service. It also lays down requirements for green public procurement when procuring batteries or products into which batteries are incorporated.
Diese Verordnung erlegt Wirtschaftsakteuren, die Batterien in Verkehr bringen oder in Betrieb nehmen, Sorgfaltspflichten für Batterien auf. Sie legt ferner Anforderungen an die umweltorientierte öffentliche Beschaffung beim Einkauf von Batterien oder Produkten, in die Batterien eingebaut sind, fest.
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This Regulation applies to all categories of batteries, namely portable batteries, starting, lighting and ignition batteries (SLI batteries), light means of transport batteries (LMT batteries), electric vehicle batteries and industrial batteries, regardless of their shape, volume, weight, design, material composition, chemistry, use or purpose. It shall also apply to batteries that are incorporated into or added to products or that are specifically designed to be incorporated into or added to products.For the purposes of Chapter II, where batteries placed on the market can be considered to fall under more than one category, they shall be deemed to fall under the category to which the strictest requirements apply.
This Regulation applies to all categories of batteries, namely portable batteries, starting, lighting and ignition batteries (SLI batteries), light means of transport batteries (LMT batteries), electric vehicle batteries and industrial batteries, regardless of their shape, volume, weight, design, material composition, chemistry, use or purpose. It shall also apply to batteries that are incorporated into or added to products or that are specifically designed to be incorporated into or added to products.For the purposes of Chapter II, where batteries placed on the market can be considered to fall under more than one category, they shall be deemed to fall under the category to which the strictest requirements apply.
Diese Verordnung gilt für alle Kategorien von Batterien, nämlich Gerätebatterien, Starter-, Beleuchtungs- und Zündbatterien (SLI-Batterien), Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel (LMT-Batterien), Elektrofahrzeugbatterien und Industriebatterien, unabhängig von ihrer Form, ihrem Volumen, ihrem Gewicht, ihrer Auslegung, ihrer stofflichen Zusammensetzung, ihrer chemischen Zusammensetzung, ihrer Verwendung oder ihrem Zweck. Sie gilt ferner für Batterien, die in Produkte eingebaut oder Produkten hinzugefügt werden oder speziell für den Einbau in Produkte oder das Hinzufügen zu Produkten ausgelegt sind.Für die Zwecke des Kapitels II gelten Batterien, die in Verkehr gebracht werden und mehr als einer Kategorie zugeordnet werden können, als der Kategorie zugehörig, für die die strengsten Anforderungen gelten.
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In cases where battery cells or battery modules are made available on the market for end use, without any further incorporation or assembly into larger battery packs or batteries, they shall be considered to have been placed on the market as batteries for the purposes of this Regulation, and the requirements for the most similar battery category shall apply. In cases where it can be considered that such battery cells or battery modules fall under more than one battery category, they shall be deemed to fall under the category to which the strictest requirements apply.
In cases where battery cells or battery modules are made available on the market for end use, without any further incorporation or assembly into larger battery packs or batteries, they shall be considered to have been placed on the market as batteries for the purposes of this Regulation, and the requirements for the most similar battery category shall apply. In cases where it can be considered that such battery cells or battery modules fall under more than one battery category, they shall be deemed to fall under the category to which the strictest requirements apply.
In Fällen, in denen Batteriezellen oder Batteriemodule zur Endverwendung auf dem Markt bereitgestellt werden, ohne dass sie weiter in größere Batteriesätze oder Batterien eingebaut oder darin montiert werden, gelten sie für die Zwecke dieser Verordnung als Batterien in Verkehr gebracht, und es gelten die Anforderungen für die ähnlichste Batteriekategorie. In Fällen, in denen davon ausgegangen werden kann, dass solche Batteriezellen oder Batteriemodule unter mehr als eine Batteriekategorie fallen, gelten sie als der Kategorie zugehörig, für die die strengsten Anforderungen gelten.
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This Regulation does not apply to batteries that are incorporated into or that are specifically designed to be incorporated into:
- (a) equipment connected with the protection of Member States’ essential security interests, arms, munitions and war material, with the exclusion of products that are not intended for specifically military purposes; and
- (b) equipment designed to be sent into space.
This Regulation does not apply to batteries that are incorporated into or that are specifically designed to be incorporated into:
- (a) equipment connected with the protection of Member States’ essential security interests, arms, munitions and war material, with the exclusion of products that are not intended for specifically military purposes; and
- (b) equipment designed to be sent into space.
Diese Verordnung gilt nicht für Batterien, die in folgende Ausrüstung eingebaut oder speziell für den Einbau in diese Ausrüstung ausgelegt sind:
- (a) Ausrüstung im Zusammenhang mit dem Schutz der wesentlichen Sicherheitsinteressen der Mitgliedstaaten, Waffen, Munition und Kriegsmaterial, ausgenommen Produkte, die nicht für spezifisch militärische Zwecke bestimmt sind; und
- (b) Ausrüstung, die für den Einsatz im Weltraum bestimmt ist.
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Chapters III and VIII of this Regulation do not apply to equipment specifically designed for the safety of nuclear installations, as defined in Article 3 of Council Directive 2009/71/Euratom
Council Directive 2009/71/Euratom of 25 June 2009 establishing a Community framework for the nuclear safety of nuclear installations (OJ L 172, 2.7.2009, p. 18).
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Chapters III and VIII of this Regulation do not apply to equipment specifically designed for the safety of nuclear installations, as defined in Article 3 of Council Directive 2009/71/Euratom
Council Directive 2009/71/Euratom of 25 June 2009 establishing a Community framework for the nuclear safety of nuclear installations (OJ L 172, 2.7.2009, p. 18).
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Die Kapitel III und VIII dieser Verordnung gelten nicht für Ausrüstung, die speziell für die Sicherheit kerntechnischer Anlagen im Sinne des Artikels 3 der Richtlinie 2009/71/Euratom des Rates ausgelegt ist.
Richtlinie 2009/71/Euratom des Rates vom 25. Juni 2009 über einen Gemeinschaftsrahmen für die nukleare Sicherheit kerntechnischer Anlagen (ABl. L 172 vom 2.7.2009, S. 18).
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Article 2 — Objectives Article 2 — Objectives Article 2 — Ziele
The objectives of this Regulation are to contribute to the efficient functioning of the internal market, while preventing and reducing the adverse impacts of batteries on the environment, and to protect the environment and human health by preventing and reducing the adverse impacts of the generation and management of waste batteries.
The objectives of this Regulation are to contribute to the efficient functioning of the internal market, while preventing and reducing the adverse impacts of batteries on the environment, and to protect the environment and human health by preventing and reducing the adverse impacts of the generation and management of waste batteries.
Ziel dieser Verordnung ist es, zum effizienten Funktionieren des Binnenmarkts beizutragen und gleichzeitig die nachteiligen Auswirkungen von Batterien auf die Umwelt zu verhindern und zu verringern sowie die Umwelt und die menschliche Gesundheit zu schützen, indem die nachteiligen Auswirkungen der Erzeugung und Bewirtschaftung von Altbatterien verhindert und verringert werden.
Article 3 — Definitions Article 3 — Definitions Article 3 — Begriffsbestimmungen
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For the purposes of this Regulation, the following definitions apply:
- (1) battery means any device delivering electrical energy generated by direct conversion of chemical energy, having internal or external storage, and consisting of one or more non-rechargeable or rechargeable battery cells, modules or of packs of them, and includes a battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing;
- (2) battery pack means any set of battery cells or modules that are connected together or encapsulated within an outer casing, to form a complete unit which is not meant to be split up or opened by the end-user;
- (3) battery module means any set of battery cells that are connected together or encapsulated within an outer casing to protect the cells against external impact, and which is meant to be used either alone or in combination with other modules;
- (4) battery cell means the basic functional unit in a battery, composed of electrodes, electrolyte, container, terminals and, if applicable, separators, and containing the active materials the reaction of which generates electrical energy;
- (5) active material means a material which reacts chemically to produce electric energy when the battery cell discharges or to store electric energy when the battery is being charged;
- (6) non-rechargeable battery means a battery that is not designed to be electrically recharged;
- (7) rechargeable battery means a battery that is designed to be electrically recharged;
- (8) battery with external storage means a battery that is specifically designed to have its energy stored exclusively in one or more attached external devices;
- (9) portable battery means a battery that is sealed, weighs 5 kg or less, is not designed specifically for industrial use and is neither an electric vehicle battery, an LMT battery, nor an SLI battery;
- (10) portable battery of general use means a portable battery, whether or not rechargeable, that is specifically designed to be interoperable and that has one of the following common formats 4,5 Volts (3R12), button cell, D, C, AA, AAA, AAAA, A23, 9 Volts (PP3);
- (11) light means of transport battery or LMT battery means a battery that is sealed, weighs 25 kg or less and is specifically designed to provide electric power for the traction of wheeled vehicles that can be powered by an electric motor alone or by a combination of motor and human power, including type-approved vehicles of category L within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 168/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council
Regulation (EU) No 168/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 January 2013 on the approval and market surveillance of two- or three-wheel vehicles and quadricycles (OJ L 60, 2.3.2013, p. 52).
, and that is not an electric vehicle battery;
- (12) starting, lighting and ignition battery or SLI battery means a battery that is specifically designed to supply electric power for starting, lighting, or ignition and that can also be used for auxiliary or backup purposes in vehicles, other means of transport or machinery;
- (13) industrial battery means a battery that is specifically designed for industrial uses, intended for industrial uses after having been subject to preparation for repurposing or repurposing, or any other battery that weighs more than 5 kg and that is neither an electric vehicle battery, an LMT battery, nor an SLI battery;
- (14) electric vehicle battery means a battery that is specifically designed to provide electric power for traction in hybrid or electric vehicles of category L as provided for in Regulation (EU) No 168/2013, that weighs more than 25 kg, or a battery that is specifically designed to provide electric power for traction in hybrid or electric vehicles of categories M, N or O as provided for in Regulation (EU) 2018/858;
- (15) stationary battery energy storage system means an industrial battery with internal storage that is specifically designed to store from and deliver electric energy to the grid or store for and deliver electric energy to end-users, regardless of where and by whom the battery is being used;
- (16) placing on the market means the first making available of a battery on the Union market;
- (17) making available on the market means any supply of a battery for distribution or use on the Union market in the course of a commercial activity, whether in return for payment or free of charge;
- (18) putting into service means the first use, for its intended purpose, in the Union, of a battery, without having been previously placed on the market;
- (19) battery model means a version of a battery all units of which share the same technical characteristics relevant for the requirements of this Regulation on sustainability, safety, labelling, marking and information, and the same model identifier;
- (20) battery presenting a risk means a battery which has the potential to have adverse effects on human health or the safety of persons, on property or the environment to a degree which goes beyond that considered reasonable and acceptable in relation to the battery’s intended purpose or under the normal or reasonably foreseeable conditions of use of the battery concerned, including the duration of use, and, where applicable, to its putting into service, installation and maintenance requirements;
- (21) carbon footprint means the sum of greenhouse gas emissions and greenhouse gas removals in a product system, expressed as carbon dioxide equivalents and based on a Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) study using the single impact category of climate change;
- (22) economic operator means the manufacturer, the authorised representative, the importer, the distributor or the fulfilment service provider or any other natural or legal person who is subject to obligations in relation to the manufacture, preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing of batteries, the making available or the placing of batteries on the market, including online, or the putting of batteries into service in accordance with this Regulation;
- (23) independent operator means a natural or legal person who is independent from the manufacturer and the producer and is directly or indirectly involved in the repair, maintenance or repurposing of batteries, and includes waste management operators, repairers, manufacturers or distributors of repair equipment, tools or spare parts, as well as publishers of technical information, operators offering inspection and testing services, operators offering training for installers, manufacturers and repairers of equipment for alternative-fuel vehicles;
- (24) QR code means a machine-readable matrix code that links to information as required by this Regulation;
- (25) battery management system means an electronic device that controls or manages the electric and thermal functions of a battery in order to ensure the battery’s safety, performance and service life, manages and stores the data for the parameters for determining the battery’s state of health and expected lifetime set out in Annex VII and communicates with the vehicle, light means of transport or appliance in which the battery is incorporated, or with a public or private charging infrastructure;
- (26) appliance means any electrical or electronic equipment, as defined in Article 3(1), point (a), of Directive 2012/19/EU, which is fully or partly powered by a battery or is capable of being so;
- (27) state of charge means the available energy in a battery expressed as a percentage of its rated capacity as declared by the manufacturer;
- (28) state of health means a measure of the general condition of a rechargeable battery and its ability to deliver the specified performance compared with its initial condition;
- (29) preparation for re-use means preparing for re-use as defined in Article 3, point (16), of Directive 2008/98/EC;
- (30) preparation for repurposing means any operation, by which a waste battery, or parts thereof, is prepared so that it can be used for a different purpose or application than that for which it was originally designed;
- (31) repurposing means any operation that results in a battery, that is not a waste battery, or parts thereof being used for a purpose or application other than that for which the battery was originally designed;
- (32) remanufacturing means any technical operation on a used battery that includes the disassembly and evaluation of all its battery cells and modules and the use of a certain number of battery cells and modules that are new, used or recovered from waste, or other battery components, to restore the battery capacity to at least 90 % of the original rated capacity, and where the state of health of all individual battery cells does not differ more than 3 % between cells, and results in the battery being used for the same purpose or application as the one for which the battery was originally designed;
- (33) manufacturer means any natural or legal person who manufactures a battery or has a battery designed or manufactured, and markets that battery under its own name or trademark or puts it into service for its own purposes;
- (34) technical specifications means a document that prescribes technical requirements to be fulfilled by a product, process or service;
- (35) harmonised standard means a standard as defined in Article 2, point (1)(c), of Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012;
- (36) CE marking means a marking by which a manufacturer indicates that the battery is in conformity with the applicable requirements laid down in Union harmonisation legislation providing for its affixing;
- (37) accreditation means accreditation as defined in Article 2, point (10), of Regulation (EC) No 765/2008;
- (38) national accreditation body means a national accreditation body as defined in Article 2, point (11), of Regulation (EC) No 765/2008;
- (39) conformity assessment means the process demonstrating whether the sustainability, safety, labelling, information and due diligence requirements of this Regulation have been fulfilled;
- (40) conformity assessment body means a body that performs conformity assessment activities including calibration, testing, certification and inspection;
- (41) notified body means a conformity assessment body that has been notified in accordance with Chapter V;
- (42) battery due diligence means the obligations of an economic operator in relation to its management system, risk management, third-party verifications and surveillance by notified bodies and disclosure of information, for the purpose of identifying, preventing and addressing actual and potential social and environmental risks linked to the sourcing, processing and trading of the raw materials and secondary raw materials required for battery manufacturing, including by suppliers in the chain and their subsidiaries or subcontractors;
- (43) subsidiary means a legal person through which the activity of a controlled undertaking within the meaning of Article 2(1), point (f), of Directive 2004/109/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council
Directive 2004/109/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 December 2004 on the harmonisation of transparency requirements in relation to information about issuers whose securities are admitted to trading on a regulated market and amending Directive 2001/34/EC (OJ L 390, 31.12.2004, p. 38).
is exercised;
- (44) parent company means a company which controls one or more subsidiaries;
- (45) conflict-affected and high-risk areas means conflict-affected and high-risk areas as defined in Article 2, point (f), of Regulation (EU) 2017/821;
- (46) distance contracts means distance contracts as defined in Article 2, point (7), of Directive 2011/83/EU;
- (47) producer means any manufacturer, importer or distributor or other natural or legal person that, irrespective of the selling technique used, including by means of distance contracts, either:
- (a) is established in a Member State and manufactures batteries under its own name or trademark, or has batteries designed or manufactured and supplies them for the first time under its own name or trademark, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, within the territory of that Member State;
- (b) is established in a Member State and resells within the territory of that Member State, under its own name or trademark, batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, manufactured by others, on which the name or trademark of those other manufacturers does not appear;
- (c) is established in a Member State and supplies for the first time in that Member State on a professional basis, batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, from another Member State or from a third country; or
(d) sells batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, by means of distance contracts directly to end-users, whether or not they are private households, in a Member State, and is established in another Member State or in a third country;
- (48) authorised representative for extended producer responsibility means a natural or legal person established in a Member State in which the producer places batteries on the market and which is different from the Member State where the producer is established, and is appointed by the producer in accordance with Article 8a(5), third subparagraph, of Directive 2008/98/EC to fulfil the obligations of that producer under Chapter VIII of this Regulation;
- (49) producer responsibility organisation means a legal entity that financially or financially and operationally organises the fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations on behalf of several producers;
- (50) waste battery means any battery which is waste as defined in Article 3, point (1), of Directive 2008/98/EC;
- (51) battery manufacturing waste means the materials or objects rejected during the battery manufacturing process, which cannot be re-used as an integral part in the same process and need to be recycled;
- (52) hazardous substance means a substance classified as hazardous pursuant to Article 3 of Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008;
- (53) treatment means any operation carried out on waste batteries after they have been handed over to a facility for sorting, preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, preparation for recycling or for recycling;
- (54) preparation for recycling means the treatment of waste batteries prior to any recycling process, including, inter alia, the storage, handling and dismantling of battery packs or the separation of fractions that are not part of the battery itself;
- (55) voluntary collection point means any non-profit, commercial or other economic undertaking or public body involved on its own initiative in the separate collection of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries, generated by it or by other end-users, before handing those waste batteries over to producers, to producer responsibility organisations or to waste management operators for subsequent treatment;
- (56) waste management operator means any natural or legal person dealing on a professional basis with the separate collection or treatment of waste batteries;
- (57) permitted facility means an establishment or undertaking that is permitted in accordance with Directive 2008/98/EC to carry out the treatment of waste batteries;
- (58) recycler means any natural or legal person who carries out recycling in a permitted facility;
- (59) lifetime of a battery means the period that starts when the battery is manufactured and ends when the battery becomes waste;
- (60) recycling efficiency means the ratio, expressed as a percentage, obtained by dividing the mass of output fractions accounting for recycling by the mass of the waste batteries’ input fraction, in relation to a recycling process;
- (61) Union harmonisation legislation means any Union legislation harmonising the conditions for the marketing of products;
- (62) national authority means an approval authority or any other authority involved in and responsible for market surveillance in a Member State in respect of batteries;
- (63) authorised representative means any natural or legal person established in the Union who has received a written mandate from a manufacturer to act on its behalf in relation to specified tasks with regard to the manufacturer’s obligations under Chapters IV and VI;
- (64) importer means any natural or legal person established within the Union who places on the market a battery from a third country;
- (65) distributor means any natural or legal person in the supply chain, other than the manufacturer or the importer, who makes a battery available on the market;
- (66) unique identifier means a unique string of characters for the identification of batteries that also enables a web link to the battery passport;
- (67) online platform means an online platform as defined in Article 3, point (i), of Regulation (EU) 2022/2065;
- (68) market participant means a market participant as defined in Article 2, point (25), of Regulation (EU) 2019/943 of the European Parliament and of the Council
Regulation (EU) 2019/943 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 June 2019 on the internal market for electricity (OJ L 158, 14.6.2019, p. 54).
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For the purposes of this Regulation, the following definitions apply:
- (1) battery means any device delivering electrical energy generated by direct conversion of chemical energy, having internal or external storage, and consisting of one or more non-rechargeable or rechargeable battery cells, modules or of packs of them, and includes a battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing;
- (2) battery pack means any set of battery cells or modules that are connected together or encapsulated within an outer casing, to form a complete unit which is not meant to be split up or opened by the end-user;
- (3) battery module means any set of battery cells that are connected together or encapsulated within an outer casing to protect the cells against external impact, and which is meant to be used either alone or in combination with other modules;
- (4) battery cell means the basic functional unit in a battery, composed of electrodes, electrolyte, container, terminals and, if applicable, separators, and containing the active materials the reaction of which generates electrical energy;
- (5) active material means a material which reacts chemically to produce electric energy when the battery cell discharges or to store electric energy when the battery is being charged;
- (6) non-rechargeable battery means a battery that is not designed to be electrically recharged;
- (7) rechargeable battery means a battery that is designed to be electrically recharged;
- (8) battery with external storage means a battery that is specifically designed to have its energy stored exclusively in one or more attached external devices;
- (9) portable battery means a battery that is sealed, weighs 5 kg or less, is not designed specifically for industrial use and is neither an electric vehicle battery, an LMT battery, nor an SLI battery;
- (10) portable battery of general use means a portable battery, whether or not rechargeable, that is specifically designed to be interoperable and that has one of the following common formats 4,5 Volts (3R12), button cell, D, C, AA, AAA, AAAA, A23, 9 Volts (PP3);
- (11) light means of transport battery or LMT battery means a battery that is sealed, weighs 25 kg or less and is specifically designed to provide electric power for the traction of wheeled vehicles that can be powered by an electric motor alone or by a combination of motor and human power, including type-approved vehicles of category L within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 168/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council, and that is not an electric vehicle battery;
- (12) starting, lighting and ignition battery or SLI battery means a battery that is specifically designed to supply electric power for starting, lighting, or ignition and that can also be used for auxiliary or backup purposes in vehicles, other means of transport or machinery;
- (13) industrial battery means a battery that is specifically designed for industrial uses, intended for industrial uses after having been subject to preparation for repurposing or repurposing, or any other battery that weighs more than 5 kg and that is neither an electric vehicle battery, an LMT battery, nor an SLI battery;
- (14) electric vehicle battery means a battery that is specifically designed to provide electric power for traction in hybrid or electric vehicles of category L as provided for in Regulation (EU) No 168/2013, that weighs more than 25 kg, or a battery that is specifically designed to provide electric power for traction in hybrid or electric vehicles of categories M, N or O as provided for in Regulation (EU) 2018/858;
- (15) stationary battery energy storage system means an industrial battery with internal storage that is specifically designed to store from and deliver electric energy to the grid or store for and deliver electric energy to end-users, regardless of where and by whom the battery is being used;
- (16) placing on the market means the first making available of a battery on the Union market;
- (17) making available on the market means any supply of a battery for distribution or use on the Union market in the course of a commercial activity, whether in return for payment or free of charge;
- (18) putting into service means the first use, for its intended purpose, in the Union, of a battery, without having been previously placed on the market;
- (19) battery model means a version of a battery all units of which share the same technical characteristics relevant for the requirements of this Regulation on sustainability, safety, labelling, marking and information, and the same model identifier;
- (20) battery presenting a risk means a battery which has the potential to have adverse effects on human health or the safety of persons, on property or the environment to a degree which goes beyond that considered reasonable and acceptable in relation to the battery’s intended purpose or under the normal or reasonably foreseeable conditions of use of the battery concerned, including the duration of use, and, where applicable, to its putting into service, installation and maintenance requirements;
- (21) carbon footprint means the sum of greenhouse gas emissions and greenhouse gas removals in a product system, expressed as carbon dioxide equivalents and based on a Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) study using the single impact category of climate change;
- (22) economic operator means the manufacturer, the authorised representative, the importer, the distributor or the fulfilment service provider or any other natural or legal person who is subject to obligations in relation to the manufacture, preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing of batteries, the making available or the placing of batteries on the market, including online, or the putting of batteries into service in accordance with this Regulation;
- (23) independent operator means a natural or legal person who is independent from the manufacturer and the producer and is directly or indirectly involved in the repair, maintenance or repurposing of batteries, and includes waste management operators, repairers, manufacturers or distributors of repair equipment, tools or spare parts, as well as publishers of technical information, operators offering inspection and testing services, operators offering training for installers, manufacturers and repairers of equipment for alternative-fuel vehicles;
- (24) QR code means a machine-readable matrix code that links to information as required by this Regulation;
- (25) battery management system means an electronic device that controls or manages the electric and thermal functions of a battery in order to ensure the battery’s safety, performance and service life, manages and stores the data for the parameters for determining the battery’s state of health and expected lifetime set out in Annex VII and communicates with the vehicle, light means of transport or appliance in which the battery is incorporated, or with a public or private charging infrastructure;
- (26) appliance means any electrical or electronic equipment, as defined in Article 3(1), point (a), of Directive 2012/19/EU, which is fully or partly powered by a battery or is capable of being so;
- (27) state of charge means the available energy in a battery expressed as a percentage of its rated capacity as declared by the manufacturer;
- (28) state of health means a measure of the general condition of a rechargeable battery and its ability to deliver the specified performance compared with its initial condition;
- (29) preparation for re-use means preparing for re-use as defined in Article 3, point (16), of Directive 2008/98/EC;
- (30) preparation for repurposing means any operation, by which a waste battery, or parts thereof, is prepared so that it can be used for a different purpose or application than that for which it was originally designed;
- (31) repurposing means any operation that results in a battery, that is not a waste battery, or parts thereof being used for a purpose or application other than that for which the battery was originally designed;
- (32) remanufacturing means any technical operation on a used battery that includes the disassembly and evaluation of all its battery cells and modules and the use of a certain number of battery cells and modules that are new, used or recovered from waste, or other battery components, to restore the battery capacity to at least 90 % of the original rated capacity, and where the state of health of all individual battery cells does not differ more than 3 % between cells, and results in the battery being used for the same purpose or application as the one for which the battery was originally designed;
- (33) manufacturer means any natural or legal person who manufactures a battery or has a battery designed or manufactured, and markets that battery under its own name or trademark or puts it into service for its own purposes;
- (34) technical specifications means a document that prescribes technical requirements to be fulfilled by a product, process or service;
- (35) harmonised standard means a standard as defined in Article 2, point (1)(c), of Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012;
- (36) CE marking means a marking by which a manufacturer indicates that the battery is in conformity with the applicable requirements laid down in Union harmonisation legislation providing for its affixing;
- (37) accreditation means accreditation as defined in Article 2, point (10), of Regulation (EC) No 765/2008;
- (38) national accreditation body means a national accreditation body as defined in Article 2, point (11), of Regulation (EC) No 765/2008;
- (39) conformity assessment means the process demonstrating whether the sustainability, safety, labelling, information and due diligence requirements of this Regulation have been fulfilled;
- (40) conformity assessment body means a body that performs conformity assessment activities including calibration, testing, certification and inspection;
- (41) notified body means a conformity assessment body that has been notified in accordance with Chapter V;
- (42) battery due diligence means the obligations of an economic operator in relation to its management system, risk management, third-party verifications and surveillance by notified bodies and disclosure of information, for the purpose of identifying, preventing and addressing actual and potential social and environmental risks linked to the sourcing, processing and trading of the raw materials and secondary raw materials required for battery manufacturing, including by suppliers in the chain and their subsidiaries or subcontractors;
- (43) subsidiary means a legal person through which the activity of a controlled undertaking within the meaning of Article 2(1), point (f), of Directive 2004/109/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council is exercised;
- (44) parent company means a company which controls one or more subsidiaries;
- (45) conflict-affected and high-risk areas means conflict-affected and high-risk areas as defined in Article 2, point (f), of Regulation (EU) 2017/821;
- (46) distance contracts means distance contracts as defined in Article 2, point (7), of Directive 2011/83/EU;
- (47) producer means any manufacturer, importer or distributor or other natural or legal person that, irrespective of the selling technique used, including by means of distance contracts, either:
- (a) is established in a Member State and manufactures batteries under its own name or trademark, or has batteries designed or manufactured and supplies them for the first time under its own name or trademark, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, within the territory of that Member State;
- (b) is established in a Member State and resells within the territory of that Member State, under its own name or trademark, batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, manufactured by others, on which the name or trademark of those other manufacturers does not appear;
- (c) is established in a Member State and supplies for the first time in that Member State on a professional basis, batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, from another Member State or from a third country; or
- (d) sells batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, by means of distance contracts directly to end-users, whether or not they are private households, in a Member State, and is established in another Member State or in a third country;
- (48) authorised representative for extended producer responsibility means a natural or legal person established in a Member State in which the producer places batteries on the market and which is different from the Member State where the producer is established, and is appointed by the producer in accordance with Article 8a(5), third subparagraph, of Directive 2008/98/EC to fulfil the obligations of that producer under Chapter VIII of this Regulation;
- (49) producer responsibility organisation means a legal entity that financially or financially and operationally organises the fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations on behalf of several producers;
- (50) waste battery means any battery which is waste as defined in Article 3, point (1), of Directive 2008/98/EC;
- (51) battery manufacturing waste means the materials or objects rejected during the battery manufacturing process, which cannot be re-used as an integral part in the same process and need to be recycled;
- (52) hazardous substance means a substance classified as hazardous pursuant to Article 3 of Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008;
- (53) treatment means any operation carried out on waste batteries after they have been handed over to a facility for sorting, preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, preparation for recycling or for recycling;
- (54) preparation for recycling means the treatment of waste batteries prior to any recycling process, including, inter alia, the storage, handling and dismantling of battery packs or the separation of fractions that are not part of the battery itself;
- (55) voluntary collection point means any non-profit, commercial or other economic undertaking or public body involved on its own initiative in the separate collection of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries, generated by it or by other end-users, before handing those waste batteries over to producers, to producer responsibility organisations or to waste management operators for subsequent treatment;
- (56) waste management operator means any natural or legal person dealing on a professional basis with the separate collection or treatment of waste batteries;
- (57) permitted facility means an establishment or undertaking that is permitted in accordance with Directive 2008/98/EC to carry out the treatment of waste batteries;
- (58) recycler means any natural or legal person who carries out recycling in a permitted facility;
- (59) lifetime of a battery means the period that starts when the battery is manufactured and ends when the battery becomes waste;
- (60) recycling efficiency means the ratio, expressed as a percentage, obtained by dividing the mass of output fractions accounting for recycling by the mass of the waste batteries’ input fraction, in relation to a recycling process;
- (61) Union harmonisation legislation means any Union legislation harmonising the conditions for the marketing of products;
- (62) national authority means an approval authority or any other authority involved in and responsible for market surveillance in a Member State in respect of batteries;
- (63) authorised representative means any natural or legal person established in the Union who has received a written mandate from a manufacturer to act on its behalf in relation to specified tasks with regard to the manufacturer’s obligations under Chapters IV and VI;
- (64) importer means any natural or legal person established within the Union who places on the market a battery from a third country;
- (65) distributor means any natural or legal person in the supply chain, other than the manufacturer or the importer, who makes a battery available on the market;
- (66) unique identifier means a unique string of characters for the identification of batteries that also enables a web link to the battery passport;
- (67) online platform means an online platform as defined in Article 3, point (i), of Regulation (EU) 2022/2065;
- (68) market participant means a market participant as defined in Article 2, point (25), of Regulation (EU) 2019/943 of the European Parliament and of the Council.
Für die Zwecke dieser Verordnung gelten folgende Begriffsbestimmungen:
- (1) „Batterie“ bezeichnet jede Vorrichtung, die elektrische Energie liefert, die durch unmittelbare Umwandlung chemischer Energie erzeugt wird, über eine interne oder externe Speicherung verfügt und aus einer oder mehreren nicht wiederaufladbaren oder wiederaufladbaren Batteriezellen, -modulen oder -sätzen besteht; dies umfasst auch eine Batterie, die einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, einer Umnutzung oder einer Wiederaufarbeitung unterzogen wurde;
- (2) „Batteriesatz“ bezeichnet eine Gruppe von Batteriezellen oder -modulen, die miteinander verbunden oder in einem äußeren Gehäuse verkapselt sind, um eine vollständige Einheit zu bilden, die vom Endnutzer nicht geteilt oder geöffnet werden soll;
- (3) „Batteriemodul“ bezeichnet eine Gruppe von Batteriezellen, die miteinander verbunden oder in einem äußeren Gehäuse verkapselt sind, um die Zellen vor äußeren Einwirkungen zu schützen, und die allein oder in Kombination mit anderen Modulen verwendet werden soll;
- (4) „Batteriezelle“ bezeichnet die grundlegende Funktionseinheit einer Batterie, die aus Elektroden, Elektrolyt, Behälter, Anschlüssen und gegebenenfalls Separatoren besteht und aktive Materialien enthält, deren Reaktion elektrische Energie erzeugt;
- (5) „aktives Material“ bezeichnet ein Material, das chemisch reagiert, um beim Entladen der Batteriezelle elektrische Energie zu erzeugen oder beim Laden der Batterie elektrische Energie zu speichern;
- (6) „nicht wiederaufladbare Batterie“ bezeichnet eine Batterie, die nicht für die elektrische Wiederaufladung ausgelegt ist;
- (7) „wiederaufladbare Batterie“ bezeichnet eine Batterie, die für die elektrische Wiederaufladung ausgelegt ist;
- (8) „Batterie mit externer Speicherung“ bezeichnet eine Batterie, die speziell dafür ausgelegt ist, dass ihre Energie ausschließlich in einem oder mehreren angeschlossenen externen Geräten gespeichert wird;
- (9) „Gerätebatterie“ bezeichnet eine abgedichtete Batterie mit einem Gewicht von höchstens 5 kg, die nicht speziell für industrielle Zwecke ausgelegt ist und weder eine Elektrofahrzeugbatterie noch eine LMT-Batterie oder eine SLI-Batterie ist;
- (10) „Gerätebatterie für allgemeine Verwendung“ bezeichnet eine wiederaufladbare oder nicht wiederaufladbare Gerätebatterie, die speziell auf Interoperabilität ausgelegt ist und eines der folgenden gängigen Formate aufweist: 4,5 Volt (3R12), Knopfzelle, D, C, AA, AAA, AAAA, A23, 9 Volt (PP3);
- (11) „Batterie für leichte Verkehrsmittel“ oder „LMT-Batterie“ bezeichnet eine abgedichtete Batterie mit einem Gewicht von höchstens 25 kg, die speziell dafür ausgelegt ist, elektrische Energie für den Antrieb von Fahrzeugen auf Rädern bereitzustellen, die allein durch einen Elektromotor oder durch eine Kombination aus Motor- und Muskelkraft angetrieben werden können, einschließlich typgenehmigter Fahrzeuge der Klasse L im Sinne der Verordnung (EU) Nr. 168/2013 des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates, und die keine Elektrofahrzeugbatterie ist;
- (12) „Starter-, Beleuchtungs- und Zündbatterie“ oder „SLI-Batterie“ bezeichnet eine Batterie, die speziell dafür ausgelegt ist, elektrische Energie zum Starten, zur Beleuchtung oder zur Zündung zu liefern, und die auch für Hilfs- oder Reservefunktionen in Fahrzeugen, anderen Verkehrsmitteln oder Maschinen verwendet werden kann;
- (13) „Industriebatterie“ bezeichnet eine Batterie, die speziell für industrielle Zwecke ausgelegt ist, nach einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung oder einer Umnutzung für industrielle Zwecke bestimmt ist, oder jede andere Batterie mit einem Gewicht von mehr als 5 kg, die weder eine Elektrofahrzeugbatterie noch eine LMT-Batterie oder eine SLI-Batterie ist;
- (14) „Elektrofahrzeugbatterie“ bezeichnet eine Batterie, die speziell dafür ausgelegt ist, elektrische Energie für den Antrieb von Hybrid- oder Elektrofahrzeugen der Klasse L gemäß der Verordnung (EU) Nr. 168/2013 bereitzustellen und mehr als 25 kg wiegt, oder eine Batterie, die speziell dafür ausgelegt ist, elektrische Energie für den Antrieb von Hybrid- oder Elektrofahrzeugen der Klassen M, N oder O gemäß der Verordnung (EU) 2018/858 bereitzustellen;
- (15) „stationäres Batteriespeichersystem“ bezeichnet eine Industriebatterie mit interner Speicherung, die speziell dafür ausgelegt ist, elektrische Energie aus dem Netz zu speichern und an das Netz abzugeben oder elektrische Energie für Endnutzer zu speichern und an diese abzugeben, unabhängig davon, wo und von wem die Batterie verwendet wird;
- (16) „Inverkehrbringen“ bezeichnet die erstmalige Bereitstellung einer Batterie auf dem Unionsmarkt;
- (17) „Bereitstellung auf dem Markt“ bezeichnet jede Lieferung einer Batterie zum Vertrieb oder zur Verwendung auf dem Unionsmarkt im Rahmen einer gewerblichen Tätigkeit, unabhängig davon, ob sie gegen Entgelt oder unentgeltlich erfolgt;
- (18) „Inbetriebnahme“ bezeichnet die erstmalige bestimmungsgemäße Verwendung einer Batterie in der Union, ohne dass sie zuvor in Verkehr gebracht wurde;
- (19) „Batteriemodell“ bezeichnet eine Version einer Batterie, deren Einheiten dieselben für die Anforderungen dieser Verordnung an Nachhaltigkeit, Sicherheit, Kennzeichnung, Markierung und Information maßgeblichen technischen Merkmale sowie dieselbe Modellkennung aufweisen;
- (20) „Batterie, mit der ein Risiko verbunden ist“ bezeichnet eine Batterie, die das Potenzial hat, die menschliche Gesundheit oder die Sicherheit von Personen, Sachen oder die Umwelt in einem Maße nachteilig zu beeinträchtigen, das über das hinausgeht, was im Verhältnis zum bestimmungsgemäßen Zweck der Batterie oder unter den normalen oder vernünftigerweise vorhersehbaren Verwendungsbedingungen der betreffenden Batterie, einschließlich der Nutzungsdauer und gegebenenfalls der Anforderungen an Inbetriebnahme, Installation und Wartung, als vernünftig und akzeptabel gilt;
- (21) „CO2-Fußabdruck“ bezeichnet die Summe der Treibhausgasemissionen und des Entzugs von Treibhausgasen in einem Produktsystem, ausgedrückt als Kohlendioxidäquivalente und auf der Grundlage einer Studie zum ökologischen Fußabdruck eines Produkts (PEF-Studie) unter Verwendung der einzigen Wirkungskategorie „Klimawandel“;
- (22) „Wirtschaftsakteur“ bezeichnet den Hersteller, den Bevollmächtigten, den Einführer, den Händler, den Fulfilment-Dienstleister oder jede andere natürliche oder juristische Person, die im Zusammenhang mit der Herstellung, der Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, der Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, der Umnutzung oder der Wiederaufarbeitung von Batterien, der Bereitstellung oder dem Inverkehrbringen von Batterien, auch online, oder der Inbetriebnahme von Batterien gemäß dieser Verordnung Pflichten unterliegt;
- (23) „unabhängiger Akteur“ bezeichnet eine natürliche oder juristische Person, die vom Hersteller und vom Produzenten unabhängig ist und direkt oder indirekt an der Reparatur, Wartung oder Umnutzung von Batterien beteiligt ist; dazu gehören Abfallbewirtschaftungsunternehmen, Reparaturbetriebe, Hersteller oder Händler von Reparaturausrüstung, Werkzeugen oder Ersatzteilen sowie Herausgeber technischer Informationen, Anbieter von Inspektions- und Prüfdienstleistungen, Anbieter von Schulungen für Installateure sowie Hersteller und Reparaturbetriebe von Ausrüstung für Fahrzeuge mit alternativem Antrieb;
- (24) „QR-Code“ bezeichnet einen maschinenlesbaren Matrixcode, der mit den nach dieser Verordnung erforderlichen Informationen verknüpft ist;
- (25) „Batteriemanagementsystem“ bezeichnet eine elektronische Vorrichtung, die die elektrischen und thermischen Funktionen einer Batterie steuert oder verwaltet, um deren Sicherheit, Leistung und Lebensdauer zu gewährleisten, die Daten zu den in Anhang VII aufgeführten Parametern zur Bestimmung des Gesundheitszustands und der voraussichtlichen Lebensdauer der Batterie verwaltet und speichert und mit dem Fahrzeug, dem leichten Verkehrsmittel oder dem Gerät, in das die Batterie eingebaut ist, oder mit einer öffentlichen oder privaten Ladeinfrastruktur kommuniziert;
- (26) „Gerät“ bezeichnet jede elektrische oder elektronische Ausrüstung im Sinne des Artikels 3 Absatz 1 Buchstabe a der Richtlinie 2012/19/EU, die vollständig oder teilweise durch eine Batterie betrieben wird oder betrieben werden kann;
- (27) „Ladezustand“ bezeichnet die in einer Batterie verfügbare Energie, ausgedrückt als Prozentsatz ihrer vom Hersteller angegebenen Nennkapazität;
- (28) „Gesundheitszustand“ bezeichnet ein Maß für den allgemeinen Zustand einer wiederaufladbaren Batterie und ihre Fähigkeit, die angegebene Leistung im Vergleich zu ihrem ursprünglichen Zustand zu erbringen;
- (29) „Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung“ bezeichnet die Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung im Sinne des Artikels 3 Nummer 16 der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG;
- (30) „Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung“ bezeichnet jeden Vorgang, durch den eine Altbatterie oder Teile davon so vorbereitet werden, dass sie für einen anderen Zweck oder eine andere Anwendung als den bzw. die ursprünglich vorgesehenen verwendet werden können;
- (31) „Umnutzung“ bezeichnet jeden Vorgang, der dazu führt, dass eine Batterie, die keine Altbatterie ist, oder Teile davon für einen anderen Zweck oder eine andere Anwendung als den bzw. die ursprünglich vorgesehenen verwendet werden;
- (32) „Wiederaufarbeitung“ bezeichnet jeden technischen Vorgang an einer gebrauchten Batterie, der die Demontage und Bewertung all ihrer Batteriezellen und -module sowie die Verwendung einer bestimmten Anzahl neuer, gebrauchter oder aus Abfällen zurückgewonnener Batteriezellen und -module oder anderer Batteriekomponenten umfasst, um die Batteriekapazität auf mindestens 90 % der ursprünglichen Nennkapazität wiederherzustellen, wobei sich der Gesundheitszustand der einzelnen Batteriezellen um nicht mehr als 3 % zwischen den Zellen unterscheidet, und der dazu führt, dass die Batterie für denselben Zweck oder dieselbe Anwendung verwendet wird, für den bzw. die sie ursprünglich ausgelegt war;
- (33) „Hersteller“ bezeichnet jede natürliche oder juristische Person, die eine Batterie herstellt oder eine Batterie entwickeln oder herstellen lässt und diese Batterie unter ihrem eigenen Namen oder ihrer eigenen Marke vermarktet oder sie für eigene Zwecke in Betrieb nimmt;
- (34) „technische Spezifikationen“ bezeichnet ein Dokument, in dem die technischen Anforderungen vorgeschrieben sind, die von einem Produkt, einem Verfahren oder einer Dienstleistung zu erfüllen sind;
- (35) „harmonisierte Norm“ bezeichnet eine Norm im Sinne des Artikels 2 Nummer 1 Buchstabe c der Verordnung (EU) Nr. 1025/2012;
- (36) „CE-Kennzeichnung“ bezeichnet eine Kennzeichnung, durch die ein Hersteller angibt, dass die Batterie den geltenden Anforderungen der Unions-Harmonisierungsvorschriften entspricht, die ihre Anbringung vorsehen;
- (37) „Akkreditierung“ bezeichnet eine Akkreditierung im Sinne des Artikels 2 Nummer 10 der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 765/2008;
- (38) „nationale Akkreditierungsstelle“ bezeichnet eine nationale Akkreditierungsstelle im Sinne des Artikels 2 Nummer 11 der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 765/2008;
- (39) „Konformitätsbewertung“ bezeichnet das Verfahren zum Nachweis, ob die Anforderungen dieser Verordnung an Nachhaltigkeit, Sicherheit, Kennzeichnung, Information und Sorgfaltspflichten erfüllt wurden;
- (40) „Konformitätsbewertungsstelle“ bezeichnet eine Stelle, die Konformitätsbewertungstätigkeiten einschließlich Kalibrierung, Prüfung, Zertifizierung und Inspektion durchführt;
- (41) „notifizierte Stelle“ bezeichnet eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle, die gemäß Kapitel V notifiziert wurde;
- (42) „Sorgfaltspflichten für Batterien“ bezeichnet die Pflichten eines Wirtschaftsakteurs in Bezug auf sein Managementsystem, sein Risikomanagement, Prüfungen durch Dritte, die Überwachung durch notifizierte Stellen und die Offenlegung von Informationen, um tatsächliche und potenzielle soziale und ökologische Risiken im Zusammenhang mit der Beschaffung, Verarbeitung und dem Handel mit den für die Batterieherstellung erforderlichen Primärrohstoffen und Sekundärrohstoffen, auch bei Lieferanten innerhalb der Lieferkette und deren Tochterunternehmen oder Unterauftragnehmern, zu ermitteln, zu verhindern und zu beseitigen;
- (43) „Tochterunternehmen“ bezeichnet eine juristische Person, durch die die Tätigkeit eines kontrollierten Unternehmens im Sinne des Artikels 2 Absatz 1 Buchstabe f der Richtlinie 2004/109/EG des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates ausgeübt wird;
- (44) „Muttergesellschaft“ bezeichnet eine Gesellschaft, die ein oder mehrere Tochterunternehmen kontrolliert;
- (45) „Konflikt- und Hochrisikogebiete“ bezeichnet Konflikt- und Hochrisikogebiete im Sinne des Artikels 2 Buchstabe f der Verordnung (EU) 2017/821;
- (46) „Fernabsatzverträge“ bezeichnet Fernabsatzverträge im Sinne des Artikels 2 Nummer 7 der Richtlinie 2011/83/EU;
- (47) „Produzent“ bezeichnet jeden Hersteller, Einführer oder Händler oder jede andere natürliche oder juristische Person, die unabhängig von der verwendeten Verkaufstechnik, einschließlich mittels Fernabsatzverträgen, entweder:
- (a) in einem Mitgliedstaat niedergelassen ist und Batterien unter ihrem eigenen Namen oder ihrer eigenen Marke herstellt oder Batterien entwickeln oder herstellen lässt und sie erstmals unter ihrem eigenen Namen oder ihrer eigenen Marke liefert, einschließlich solcher, die in Geräte, leichte Verkehrsmittel oder andere Fahrzeuge eingebaut sind, im Hoheitsgebiet dieses Mitgliedstaats;
- (b) in einem Mitgliedstaat niedergelassen ist und im Hoheitsgebiet dieses Mitgliedstaats unter ihrem eigenen Namen oder ihrer eigenen Marke von anderen hergestellte Batterien, einschließlich solcher, die in Geräte, leichte Verkehrsmittel oder andere Fahrzeuge eingebaut sind, weiterverkauft, auf denen der Name oder die Marke dieser anderen Hersteller nicht erscheint;
- (c) in einem Mitgliedstaat niedergelassen ist und in diesem Mitgliedstaat erstmals gewerbsmäßig Batterien, einschließlich solcher, die in Geräte, leichte Verkehrsmittel oder andere Fahrzeuge eingebaut sind, aus einem anderen Mitgliedstaat oder einem Drittland liefert; oder
- (d) Batterien, einschließlich solcher, die in Geräte, leichte Verkehrsmittel oder andere Fahrzeuge eingebaut sind, mittels Fernabsatzverträgen direkt an Endnutzer, unabhängig davon, ob es sich um private Haushalte handelt, in einem Mitgliedstaat verkauft und in einem anderen Mitgliedstaat oder einem Drittland niedergelassen ist;
- (48) „Bevollmächtigter für die erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung“ bezeichnet eine in einem Mitgliedstaat niedergelassene natürliche oder juristische Person, in dem der Produzent Batterien in Verkehr bringt und der sich von dem Mitgliedstaat unterscheidet, in dem der Produzent niedergelassen ist, und die vom Produzenten gemäß Artikel 8a Absatz 5 Unterabsatz 3 der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG bestellt wird, um die Pflichten dieses Produzenten nach Kapitel VIII dieser Verordnung zu erfüllen;
- (49) „Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung“ bezeichnet eine juristische Person, die die Erfüllung der Pflichten der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung im Namen mehrerer Produzenten finanziell oder finanziell und operativ organisiert;
- (50) „Altbatterie“ bezeichnet jede Batterie, die Abfall im Sinne des Artikels 3 Nummer 1 der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG ist;
- (51) „Batterieherstellungsabfall“ bezeichnet die während des Batterieherstellungsprozesses ausgesonderten Materialien oder Gegenstände, die nicht als integraler Bestandteil in demselben Prozess wiederverwendet werden können und recycelt werden müssen;
- (52) „gefährlicher Stoff“ bezeichnet einen gemäß Artikel 3 der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1272/2008 als gefährlich eingestuften Stoff;
- (53) „Behandlung“ bezeichnet jeden Vorgang, der an Altbatterien durchgeführt wird, nachdem sie einer Anlage zum Sortieren, zur Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, zur Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, zur Vorbereitung zum Recycling oder zum Recycling übergeben wurden;
- (54) „Vorbereitung zum Recycling“ bezeichnet die Behandlung von Altbatterien vor jedem Recyclingverfahren, einschließlich unter anderem der Lagerung, Handhabung und Demontage von Batteriesätzen oder der Trennung von Fraktionen, die nicht Bestandteil der Batterie selbst sind;
- (55) „freiwillige Sammelstelle“ bezeichnet jedes gemeinnützige, gewerbliche oder sonstige wirtschaftliche Unternehmen oder jede öffentliche Stelle, die sich aus eigener Initiative an der getrennten Sammlung von Altgerätebatterien und Alt-LMT-Batterien beteiligt, die von ihr oder anderen Endnutzern erzeugt wurden, bevor diese Altbatterien zur anschließenden Behandlung an Produzenten, Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung oder Abfallbewirtschaftungsunternehmen übergeben werden;
- (56) „Abfallbewirtschaftungsunternehmen“ bezeichnet jede natürliche oder juristische Person, die sich gewerbsmäßig mit der getrennten Sammlung oder Behandlung von Altbatterien befasst;
- (57) „zugelassene Anlage“ bezeichnet eine Anlage oder ein Unternehmen, das gemäß der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG zur Behandlung von Altbatterien zugelassen ist;
- (58) „Recycler“ bezeichnet jede natürliche oder juristische Person, die in einer zugelassenen Anlage Recycling durchführt;
- (59) „Lebensdauer einer Batterie“ bezeichnet den Zeitraum, der mit der Herstellung der Batterie beginnt und endet, wenn die Batterie zur Altbatterie wird;
- (60) „Recyclingeffizienz“ bezeichnet das als Prozentsatz ausgedrückte Verhältnis, das sich ergibt, wenn die Masse der dem Recycling zuzurechnenden Outputfraktionen durch die Masse der Inputfraktion der Altbatterien im Zusammenhang mit einem Recyclingverfahren geteilt wird;
- (61) „Harmonisierungsrechtsvorschriften der Union“ bezeichnet alle Rechtsvorschriften der Union zur Harmonisierung der Bedingungen für die Vermarktung von Produkten;
- (62) „nationale Behörde“ bezeichnet eine Genehmigungsbehörde oder jede andere Behörde, die in einem Mitgliedstaat an der Marktüberwachung von Batterien beteiligt und dafür verantwortlich ist;
- (63) „Bevollmächtigter“ bezeichnet jede in der Union niedergelassene natürliche oder juristische Person, die von einem Hersteller ein schriftliches Mandat erhalten hat, in Bezug auf bestimmte Aufgaben hinsichtlich der Pflichten des Herstellers nach den Kapiteln IV und VI in dessen Namen zu handeln;
- (64) „Einführer“ bezeichnet jede in der Union niedergelassene natürliche oder juristische Person, die eine Batterie aus einem Drittland in Verkehr bringt;
- (65) „Händler“ bezeichnet jede natürliche oder juristische Person in der Lieferkette, die nicht der Hersteller oder der Einführer ist und eine Batterie auf dem Markt bereitstellt;
- (66) „eindeutige Kennung“ bezeichnet eine eindeutige Zeichenfolge zur Identifizierung von Batterien, die zugleich einen Weblink zum Batteriepass ermöglicht;
- (67) „Online-Plattform“ bezeichnet eine Online-Plattform im Sinne des Artikels 3 Buchstabe i der Verordnung (EU) 2022/2065;
- (68) „Marktteilnehmer“ bezeichnet einen Marktteilnehmer im Sinne des Artikels 2 Nummer 25 der Verordnung (EU) 2019/943 des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates.
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In addition to the definitions referred to in paragraph 1, the following definitions apply:
- (a) waste, waste holder, waste management, prevention, collection, separate collection, extended producer responsibility scheme, re-use and recycling, laid down in Article 3 of Directive 2008/98/EC;
- (b) market surveillance, market surveillance authority, fulfilment service provider, corrective action, end-user, recall and withdrawal, as well as risk in relation to requirements of Chapters I, IV, VI, VII and IX of and Annexes V, VIII and XIII to this Regulation, laid down in Article 3 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1020;
- (c) independent aggregator and energy storage, laid down in Article 2 of Directive (EU) 2019/944.
In addition to the definitions referred to in paragraph 1, the following definitions apply:
- (a) waste, waste holder, waste management, prevention, collection, separate collection, extended producer responsibility scheme, re-use and recycling, laid down in Article 3 of Directive 2008/98/EC;
- (b) market surveillance, market surveillance authority, fulfilment service provider, corrective action, end-user, recall and withdrawal, as well as risk in relation to requirements of Chapters I, IV, VI, VII and IX of and Annexes V, VIII and XIII to this Regulation, laid down in Article 3 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1020;
- (c) independent aggregator and energy storage, laid down in Article 2 of Directive (EU) 2019/944.
Zusätzlich zu den in Absatz 1 genannten Begriffsbestimmungen gelten folgende Begriffsbestimmungen:
- (a) „Abfall“, „Abfallbesitzer“, „Abfallbewirtschaftung“, „Vermeidung“, „Sammlung“, „getrennte Sammlung“, „Regelung der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung“, „Wiederverwendung“ und „Recycling“ im Sinne des Artikels 3 der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG;
- (b) „Marktüberwachung“, „Marktüberwachungsbehörde“, „Fulfilment-Dienstleister“, „Abhilfemaßnahme“, „Endnutzer“, „Rückruf“ und „Rücknahme“ sowie „Risiko“ in Bezug auf die Anforderungen der Kapitel I, IV, VI, VII und IX sowie der Anhänge V, VIII und XIII dieser Verordnung im Sinne des Artikels 3 der Verordnung (EU) 2019/1020;
- (c) „unabhängiger Aggregator“ und „Energiespeicherung“ im Sinne des Artikels 2 der Richtlinie (EU) 2019/944.
Article 4 — Free movement Article 4 — Free movement Article 4 — Freier Warenverkehr
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Member States shall not, for reasons relating to the sustainability, safety, labelling and information requirements for batteries covered by this Regulation, prohibit, restrict or impede the making available on the market or the putting into service of batteries that comply with this Regulation.
Member States shall not, for reasons relating to the sustainability, safety, labelling and information requirements for batteries covered by this Regulation, prohibit, restrict or impede the making available on the market or the putting into service of batteries that comply with this Regulation.
Die Mitgliedstaaten dürfen aus Gründen, die sich auf die Anforderungen dieser Verordnung an die Nachhaltigkeit, Sicherheit, Kennzeichnung und Information von Batterien beziehen, die Bereitstellung auf dem Markt oder die Inbetriebnahme von Batterien, die dieser Verordnung entsprechen, nicht verbieten, beschränken oder behindern.
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At trade fairs, exhibitions, demonstrations or similar events, Member States shall not prevent the showing of batteries which do not comply with this Regulation, provided that a visible sign clearly indicates that those batteries do not comply with this Regulation and that they cannot be made available on the market or put into service until they have been brought into conformity with this Regulation. During demonstrations of such batteries, the relevant economic operator shall take adequate measures to ensure the safety of persons.
At trade fairs, exhibitions, demonstrations or similar events, Member States shall not prevent the showing of batteries which do not comply with this Regulation, provided that a visible sign clearly indicates that those batteries do not comply with this Regulation and that they cannot be made available on the market or put into service until they have been brought into conformity with this Regulation. During demonstrations of such batteries, the relevant economic operator shall take adequate measures to ensure the safety of persons.
Auf Messen, Ausstellungen, Vorführungen oder ähnlichen Veranstaltungen dürfen die Mitgliedstaaten die Ausstellung von Batterien, die dieser Verordnung nicht entsprechen, nicht verhindern, sofern ein sichtbares Zeichen eindeutig darauf hinweist, dass diese Batterien dieser Verordnung nicht entsprechen und erst auf dem Markt bereitgestellt oder in Betrieb genommen werden dürfen, wenn sie mit dieser Verordnung in Einklang gebracht wurden. Bei Vorführungen solcher Batterien ergreift der betreffende Wirtschaftsakteur angemessene Maßnahmen, um die Sicherheit von Personen zu gewährleisten.
Article 5 — Sustainability, safety, labelling and information requirements for batteries Article 5 — Sustainability, safety, labelling and information requirements for batteries Article 5 — Anforderungen an die Nachhaltigkeit, Sicherheit, Kennzeichnung und Information von Batterien
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Batteries shall only be placed on the market or put into service if they meet the following requirements:
- (a) the sustainability and safety requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and 12; and
- (b) the labelling and information requirements laid down in Chapter III.
Batteries shall only be placed on the market or put into service if they meet the following requirements:
- (a) the sustainability and safety requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and 12; and
- (b) the labelling and information requirements laid down in Chapter III.
Batterien dürfen nur in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen werden, wenn sie folgende Anforderungen erfüllen:
- (a) die in den Artikeln 6 bis 10 und 12 festgelegten Anforderungen an Nachhaltigkeit und Sicherheit; und
- (b) die in Kapitel III festgelegten Anforderungen an Kennzeichnung und Information.
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For any aspects not covered by Chapters II and III, batteries placed on the market or put into service pursuant to paragraph 1 shall not present a risk to human health, to the safety of persons, to property or to the environment.
For any aspects not covered by Chapters II and III, batteries placed on the market or put into service pursuant to paragraph 1 shall not present a risk to human health, to the safety of persons, to property or to the environment.
Für alle Aspekte, die nicht von den Kapiteln II und III abgedeckt sind, dürfen Batterien, die gemäß Absatz 1 in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen werden, kein Risiko für die menschliche Gesundheit, die Sicherheit von Personen, Sachen oder die Umwelt darstellen.
CHAPTER II — Sustainability and safety requirements CHAPTER II — Sustainability and safety requirements CHAPTER II — Anforderungen an Nachhaltigkeit und Sicherheit
Article 6 — Restrictions on substances Article 6 — Restrictions on substances Article 6 — Beschränkungen von Stoffen
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In addition to the restrictions set out in Annex XVII to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 and in Article 4(2), point (a), of Directive 2000/53/EC, batteries shall not contain substances for which Annex I to this Regulation contains a restriction unless the conditions of that restriction are complied with.
In addition to the restrictions set out in Annex XVII to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 and in Article 4(2), point (a), of Directive 2000/53/EC, batteries shall not contain substances for which Annex I to this Regulation contains a restriction unless the conditions of that restriction are complied with.
Zusätzlich zu den Beschränkungen gemäß Anhang XVII der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1907/2006 und Artikel 4 Absatz 2 Buchstabe a der Richtlinie 2000/53/EG dürfen Batterien keine Stoffe enthalten, für die in Anhang I dieser Verordnung eine Beschränkung festgelegt ist, es sei denn, die Bedingungen dieser Beschränkung werden eingehalten.
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In the event of an unacceptable risk to human health or the environment, arising from the use of a substance in the manufacture of batteries or from the presence of a substance in the batteries when they are placed on the market, or arising during their subsequent life cycle stages, including during repurposing or the treatment of waste batteries, that is not adequately controlled and needs to be addressed on a Union-wide basis, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to amend the restrictions in Annex I, pursuant to the procedure laid down in Articles 86, 87 and 88.
In the event of an unacceptable risk to human health or the environment, arising from the use of a substance in the manufacture of batteries or from the presence of a substance in the batteries when they are placed on the market, or arising during their subsequent life cycle stages, including during repurposing or the treatment of waste batteries, that is not adequately controlled and needs to be addressed on a Union-wide basis, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to amend the restrictions in Annex I, pursuant to the procedure laid down in Articles 86, 87 and 88.
Im Falle eines unannehmbaren Risikos für die menschliche Gesundheit oder die Umwelt, das sich aus der Verwendung eines Stoffes bei der Herstellung von Batterien oder aus dem Vorhandensein eines Stoffes in Batterien zum Zeitpunkt ihres Inverkehrbringens oder während ihrer nachfolgenden Lebenszyklusphasen, einschließlich während der Umnutzung oder der Behandlung von Altbatterien, ergibt, nicht angemessen kontrolliert wird und unionsweit angegangen werden muss, erlässt die Kommission gemäß Artikel 89 einen delegierten Rechtsakt zur Änderung der Beschränkungen in Anhang I nach dem Verfahren der Artikel 86, 87 und 88.
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Restrictions adopted pursuant to paragraph 2 of this Article shall not apply to the use of a substance in scientific research and development as defined in Article 3, point (23), of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, carried out in relation to batteries.
Restrictions adopted pursuant to paragraph 2 of this Article shall not apply to the use of a substance in scientific research and development as defined in Article 3, point (23), of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, carried out in relation to batteries.
Beschränkungen, die gemäß Absatz 2 dieses Artikels erlassen wurden, gelten nicht für die Verwendung eines Stoffes in der wissenschaftlichen Forschung und Entwicklung im Sinne des Artikels 3 Nummer 23 der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1907/2006, die im Zusammenhang mit Batterien durchgeführt wird.
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Where a restriction adopted pursuant to paragraph 2 of this Article does not apply to product and process orientated research and development, as defined in Article 3, point (22), of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, that exemption, as well as the maximum quantity of the substance exempted, shall be specified in Annex I to this Regulation.
Where a restriction adopted pursuant to paragraph 2 of this Article does not apply to product and process orientated research and development, as defined in Article 3, point (22), of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, that exemption, as well as the maximum quantity of the substance exempted, shall be specified in Annex I to this Regulation.
Soweit eine gemäß Absatz 2 dieses Artikels erlassene Beschränkung nicht für die produkt- und verfahrensorientierte Forschung und Entwicklung im Sinne des Artikels 3 Nummer 22 der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1907/2006 gilt, werden diese Ausnahme sowie die Höchstmenge des von der Ausnahme erfassten Stoffes in Anhang I dieser Verordnung festgelegt.
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By 31 December 2027, the Commission, assisted by the European Chemicals Agency set up under Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (the Agency), shall prepare a report on substances of concern, namely substances having an adverse effect on human health or the environment or hampering recycling for safe and high quality secondary raw materials, present in batteries or used in their manufacture. The Commission shall submit that report to the European Parliament and to the Council detailing its findings and shall consider the appropriate follow-up measures including the adoption of delegated acts as referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article.
By 31 December 2027, the Commission, assisted by the European Chemicals Agency set up under Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (the Agency), shall prepare a report on substances of concern, namely substances having an adverse effect on human health or the environment or hampering recycling for safe and high quality secondary raw materials, present in batteries or used in their manufacture. The Commission shall submit that report to the European Parliament and to the Council detailing its findings and shall consider the appropriate follow-up measures including the adoption of delegated acts as referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article.
Bis zum 31. Dezember 2027 erstellt die Kommission mit Unterstützung der gemäß der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1907/2006 errichteten Europäischen Chemikalienagentur (im Folgenden „Agentur“) einen Bericht über besonders besorgniserregende Stoffe, d. h. Stoffe, die schädliche Auswirkungen auf die menschliche Gesundheit oder die Umwelt haben oder das Recycling zu sicheren und hochwertigen Sekundärrohstoffen behindern und in Batterien vorhanden sind oder bei ihrer Herstellung verwendet werden. Die Kommission legt diesen Bericht, in dem ihre Feststellungen ausführlich dargelegt werden, dem Europäischen Parlament und dem Rat vor und prüft geeignete Folgemaßnahmen, einschließlich des Erlasses delegierter Rechtsakte gemäß Absatz 2 dieses Artikels.
Article 7 — Carbon footprint of electric vehicle batteries, rechargeable industrial batteries and LMT batteries Article 7 — Carbon footprint of electric vehicle batteries, rechargeable industrial batteries and LMT batteries Article 7 — CO2-Fußabdruck von Elektrofahrzeugbatterien, wiederaufladbaren Industriebatterien und LMT-Batterien
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For electric vehicle batteries, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh and LMT batteries a carbon footprint declaration shall be drawn up for each battery model per manufacturing plant, in accordance with the implementing act referred to in the fourth subparagraph and containing, at least, the following information:
- (a) administrative information about the manufacturer;
- (b) information about the battery model;
- (c) information about the geographic location of the battery manufacturing plant;
- (d) the carbon footprint of the battery, calculated as kg of carbon dioxide equivalent per one kWh of the total energy provided by the battery over its expected service life;
- (e) the carbon footprint of the battery differentiated according to life cycle stage as described in point 4 of Annex II;
- (f) the identification number of the EU declaration of conformity of the battery;
- (g) a web link giving access to a public version of the study supporting the carbon footprint values referred to in points (d) and (e).
The carbon footprint declaration shall apply from:
- (a) 18 February 2025 or 12 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for electric vehicle batteries;
- (b) 18 February 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries except those with exclusively external storage;
- (c) 18 August 2028 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for LMT batteries;
- (d) 18 August 2030 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries with external storage.
Until it becomes accessible via the QR code referred to in Article 13(6), the carbon footprint declaration shall accompany the battery.
The Commission shall, by 18 February 2024 for electric vehicle batteries, 18 February 2025 for rechargeable industrial batteries, except those with external storage, 18 February 2027 for LMT batteries and 18 February 2029 for industrial batteries with external storage, adopt:
- (a) a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing the methodology for the calculation and verification of the carbon footprint of the battery referred to in the first subparagraph, point (d), in accordance with the essential elements set out in Annex II;
- (b) an implementing act establishing the format for the carbon footprint declaration referred to in the first subparagraph. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
For electric vehicle batteries, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh and LMT batteries a carbon footprint declaration shall be drawn up for each battery model per manufacturing plant, in accordance with the implementing act referred to in the fourth subparagraph and containing, at least, the following information:
- (a) administrative information about the manufacturer;
- (b) information about the battery model;
- (c) information about the geographic location of the battery manufacturing plant;
- (d) the carbon footprint of the battery, calculated as kg of carbon dioxide equivalent per one kWh of the total energy provided by the battery over its expected service life;
- (e) the carbon footprint of the battery differentiated according to life cycle stage as described in point 4 of Annex II;
- (f) the identification number of the EU declaration of conformity of the battery;
- (g) a web link giving access to a public version of the study supporting the carbon footprint values referred to in points (d) and (e).
The carbon footprint declaration shall apply from:
- (a) 18 February 2025 or 12 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for electric vehicle batteries;
- (b) 18 February 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries except those with exclusively external storage;
- (c) 18 August 2028 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for LMT batteries;
- (d) 18 August 2030 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries with external storage.
Until it becomes accessible via the QR code referred to in Article 13(6), the carbon footprint declaration shall accompany the battery.
The Commission shall, by 18 February 2024 for electric vehicle batteries, 18 February 2025 for rechargeable industrial batteries, except those with external storage, 18 February 2027 for LMT batteries and 18 February 2029 for industrial batteries with external storage, adopt:
- (a) a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing the methodology for the calculation and verification of the carbon footprint of the battery referred to in the first subparagraph, point (d), in accordance with the essential elements set out in Annex II;
- (b) an implementing act establishing the format for the carbon footprint declaration referred to in the first subparagraph. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Für Elektrofahrzeugbatterien, wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien mit einer Kapazität von mehr als 2 kWh und LMT-Batterien wird für jedes Batteriemodell und jedes Herstellungswerk eine CO2-Fußabdruck-Erklärung gemäß dem in Unterabsatz 4 genannten Durchführungsrechtsakt erstellt, die mindestens folgende Angaben enthält:
- (a) Verwaltungsangaben zum Hersteller;
- (b) Angaben zum Batteriemodell;
- (c) Angaben zum geografischen Standort des Batterieherstellungswerks;
- (d) den CO2-Fußabdruck der Batterie, berechnet als kg Kohlendioxidäquivalent pro kWh der von der Batterie während ihrer erwarteten Lebensdauer bereitgestellten Gesamtenergie;
- (e) den nach Lebenszyklusphase aufgeschlüsselten CO2-Fußabdruck der Batterie gemäß Anhang II Nummer 4;
- (f) die Identifikationsnummer der EU-Konformitätserklärung der Batterie;
- (g) einen Weblink, über den eine öffentlich zugängliche Fassung der Studie abgerufen werden kann, die den in den Buchstaben d und e genannten CO2-Fußabdruckwerten zugrunde liegt.
Die CO2-Fußabdruck-Erklärung gilt ab:
- (a) dem 18. Februar 2025 oder zwölf Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Unterabsatz 4 Buchstaben a und b genannten delegierten Rechtsakts bzw. Durchführungsrechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, für Elektrofahrzeugbatterien;
- (b) dem 18. Februar 2026 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Unterabsatz 4 Buchstaben a und b genannten delegierten Rechtsakts bzw. Durchführungsrechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, für wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien, ausgenommen solche mit ausschließlich externer Speicherung;
- (c) dem 18. August 2028 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Unterabsatz 4 Buchstaben a und b genannten delegierten Rechtsakts bzw. Durchführungsrechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, für LMT-Batterien;
- (d) dem 18. August 2030 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Unterabsatz 4 Buchstaben a und b genannten delegierten Rechtsakts bzw. Durchführungsrechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, für wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien mit externer Speicherung.
Bis sie über den in Artikel 13 Absatz 6 genannten QR-Code zugänglich wird, ist die CO2-Fußabdruck-Erklärung der Batterie beizufügen.
Die Kommission erlässt bis zum 18. Februar 2024 für Elektrofahrzeugbatterien, bis zum 18. Februar 2025 für wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien, ausgenommen solche mit externer Speicherung, bis zum 18. Februar 2027 für LMT-Batterien und bis zum 18. Februar 2029 für Industriebatterien mit externer Speicherung:
- (a) einen delegierten Rechtsakt gemäß Artikel 89 zur Ergänzung dieser Verordnung durch Festlegung der Methode für die Berechnung und Überprüfung des CO2-Fußabdrucks der Batterie gemäß Unterabsatz 1 Buchstabe d im Einklang mit den in Anhang II festgelegten wesentlichen Elementen;
- (b) einen Durchführungsrechtsakt zur Festlegung des Formats der in Unterabsatz 1 genannten CO2-Fußabdruck-Erklärung. Dieser Durchführungsrechtsakt wird gemäß dem in Artikel 90 Absatz 3 genannten Prüfverfahren erlassen.
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Electric vehicle batteries, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh and LMT batteries shall bear a conspicuous, clearly legible and indelible label indicating the carbon footprint of the battery referred to in paragraph 1, first subparagraph, point (d) and declaring the carbon footprint performance class to which the relevant battery model per manufacturing plant corresponds.For batteries referred to in the first subparagraph, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall demonstrate that the carbon footprint declared and the related classification into a carbon footprint performance class have been calculated in accordance with the methodology set out in the delegated acts adopted by the Commission pursuant to paragraph 1, fourth subparagraph, point (a) and the fourth subparagraph, point (a), of this paragraph.
The carbon footprint performance class requirements in the first subparagraph shall apply from:
- (a) 18 August 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for electric vehicle batteries;
- (b) 18 August 2027 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries except those with exclusively external storage;
- (c) 18 February 2030 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for LMT batteries;
- (d) 18 February 2032 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries with external storage.
The Commission shall, by 18 February 2025 for electric vehicle batteries, 18 August 2026 for rechargeable industrial batteries except those with exclusively external storage, 18 August 2028 for LMT batteries and 18 August 2030 for rechargeable industrial batteries with external storage, adopt:
- (a) a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing the carbon footprint performance classes referred to in the first subparagraph. In preparing that delegated act, the Commission shall take into account the conditions set out in point 8 of Annex II;
- (b) an implementing act establishing the formats for the labelling referred to in the first subparagraph and the format for the declaration on the carbon footprint performance class referred to in that subparagraph. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
The Commission shall, in accordance with the conditions set out in point 8 of Annex II, review the number of performance classes and the thresholds between them, every three years and, where appropriate, adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the number of performance classes and thresholds between them with a view to keeping them representative of the market reality and expected developments in the market.
Electric vehicle batteries, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh and LMT batteries shall bear a conspicuous, clearly legible and indelible label indicating the carbon footprint of the battery referred to in paragraph 1, first subparagraph, point (d) and declaring the carbon footprint performance class to which the relevant battery model per manufacturing plant corresponds. For batteries referred to in the first subparagraph, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall demonstrate that the carbon footprint declared and the related classification into a carbon footprint performance class have been calculated in accordance with the methodology set out in the delegated acts adopted by the Commission pursuant to paragraph 1, fourth subparagraph, point (a) and the fourth subparagraph, point (a), of this paragraph.
The carbon footprint performance class requirements in the first subparagraph shall apply from:
- (a) 18 August 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for electric vehicle batteries;
- (b) 18 August 2027 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries except those with exclusively external storage;
- (c) 18 February 2030 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for LMT batteries;
- (d) 18 February 2032 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries with external storage.
The Commission shall, by 18 February 2025 for electric vehicle batteries, 18 August 2026 for rechargeable industrial batteries except those with exclusively external storage, 18 August 2028 for LMT batteries and 18 August 2030 for rechargeable industrial batteries with external storage, adopt:
- (a) a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing the carbon footprint performance classes referred to in the first subparagraph. In preparing that delegated act, the Commission shall take into account the conditions set out in point 8 of Annex II;
- (b) an implementing act establishing the formats for the labelling referred to in the first subparagraph and the format for the declaration on the carbon footprint performance class referred to in that subparagraph. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
The Commission shall, in accordance with the conditions set out in point 8 of Annex II, review the number of performance classes and the thresholds between them, every three years and, where appropriate, adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the number of performance classes and thresholds between them with a view to keeping them representative of the market reality and expected developments in the market.
Batterien für Elektrofahrzeuge, wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien mit einer Kapazität von mehr als 2 kWh und Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel müssen ein gut sichtbares, deutlich lesbares und dauerhaftes Etikett tragen, auf dem der in Absatz 1 Unterabsatz 1 Buchstabe d genannte CO2-Fußabdruck der Batterie angegeben und die CO2-Fußabdruck-Leistungsklasse erklärt wird, der das betreffende Batteriemodell je Herstellungsbetrieb entspricht. Bei den in Unterabsatz 1 genannten Batterien muss aus den technischen Unterlagen gemäß Anhang VIII hervorgehen, dass der erklärte CO2-Fußabdruck und die damit verbundene Einstufung in eine CO2-Fußabdruck-Leistungsklasse nach der in den von der Kommission gemäß Absatz 1 Unterabsatz 4 Buchstabe a und gemäß Unterabsatz 4 Buchstabe a dieses Absatzes erlassenen delegierten Rechtsakten festgelegten Methode berechnet wurden.
Die Anforderungen an die CO2-Fußabdruck-Leistungsklasse gemäß Unterabsatz 1 gelten ab:
- (a) dem 18. August 2026 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des delegierten Rechtsakts bzw. des Durchführungsrechtsakts gemäß Unterabsatz 4 Buchstaben a und b, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, für Batterien für Elektrofahrzeuge;
- (b) dem 18. August 2027 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des delegierten Rechtsakts bzw. des Durchführungsrechtsakts gemäß Unterabsatz 4 Buchstaben a und b, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, für wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien, ausgenommen Batterien mit ausschließlich externer Speicherung;
- (c) dem 18. Februar 2030 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des delegierten Rechtsakts bzw. des Durchführungsrechtsakts gemäß Unterabsatz 4 Buchstaben a und b, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, für Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel;
- (d) dem 18. Februar 2032 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des delegierten Rechtsakts bzw. des Durchführungsrechtsakts gemäß Unterabsatz 4 Buchstaben a und b, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, für wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien mit externer Speicherung.
Die Kommission erlässt bis zum 18. Februar 2025 für Batterien für Elektrofahrzeuge, bis zum 18. August 2026 für wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien, ausgenommen solche mit ausschließlich externer Speicherung, bis zum 18. August 2028 für Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel und bis zum 18. August 2030 für wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien mit externer Speicherung:
- (a) einen delegierten Rechtsakt gemäß Artikel 89 zur Ergänzung dieser Verordnung durch Festlegung der in Unterabsatz 1 genannten CO2-Fußabdruck-Leistungsklassen. Bei der Ausarbeitung dieses delegierten Rechtsakts berücksichtigt die Kommission die Bedingungen gemäß Anhang II Nummer 8;
- (b) einen Durchführungsrechtsakt zur Festlegung der Formate für die Kennzeichnung gemäß Unterabsatz 1 und des Formats der Erklärung über die in diesem Unterabsatz genannte CO2-Fußabdruck-Leistungsklasse. Dieser Durchführungsrechtsakt wird gemäß dem Prüfverfahren nach Artikel 90 Absatz 3 erlassen.
Die Kommission überprüft im Einklang mit den Bedingungen gemäß Anhang II Nummer 8 alle drei Jahre die Anzahl der Leistungsklassen und die Schwellenwerte zwischen ihnen und erlässt gegebenenfalls gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zur Änderung der Anzahl der Leistungsklassen und der Schwellenwerte zwischen ihnen, damit diese die Marktgegebenheiten und die erwartete Marktentwicklung repräsentativ halten.
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For electric vehicle batteries, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh and LMT batteries, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall demonstrate that the declared life cycle carbon footprint value for the relevant battery model per manufacturing plant, is below the maximum threshold established in the delegated act adopted pursuant to the third subparagraph.
The requirement for a maximum life cycle carbon footprint threshold referred to in the first subparagraph shall apply as of:
- (a) 18 February 2028 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, for electric vehicle batteries;
- (b) 18 February 2029 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries except those with exclusively external storage;
- (c) 18 August 2031 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, for LMT batteries;
- (d) 18 August 2033 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries with external storage.
The Commission shall, by 18 August 2026 for electric vehicle batteries, 18 February 2028 for rechargeable industrial batteries, except those with external storage, 18 February 2030 for LMT batteries and 18 February 2032 for industrial batteries with external storage, adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by determining the maximum life cycle carbon footprint threshold referred to in the first subparagraph. In preparing that delegated act, the Commission shall take into account the relevant conditions set out in point 9 of Annex II.The introduction of a maximum life cycle carbon footprint threshold shall trigger, if necessary, a reclassification of the carbon footprint performance classes referred to in paragraph 2.
For electric vehicle batteries, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh and LMT batteries, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall demonstrate that the declared life cycle carbon footprint value for the relevant battery model per manufacturing plant, is below the maximum threshold established in the delegated act adopted pursuant to the third subparagraph.
The requirement for a maximum life cycle carbon footprint threshold referred to in the first subparagraph shall apply as of:
- (a) 18 February 2028 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, for electric vehicle batteries;
- (b) 18 February 2029 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries except those with exclusively external storage;
- (c) 18 August 2031 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, for LMT batteries;
- (d) 18 August 2033 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries with external storage.
The Commission shall, by 18 August 2026 for electric vehicle batteries, 18 February 2028 for rechargeable industrial batteries, except those with external storage, 18 February 2030 for LMT batteries and 18 February 2032 for industrial batteries with external storage, adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by determining the maximum life cycle carbon footprint threshold referred to in the first subparagraph. In preparing that delegated act, the Commission shall take into account the relevant conditions set out in point 9 of Annex II. The introduction of a maximum life cycle carbon footprint threshold shall trigger, if necessary, a reclassification of the carbon footprint performance classes referred to in paragraph 2.
Bei Batterien für Elektrofahrzeuge, wiederaufladbaren Industriebatterien mit einer Kapazität von mehr als 2 kWh und Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel muss aus den technischen Unterlagen gemäß Anhang VIII hervorgehen, dass der erklärte CO2-Fußabdruck über den Lebenszyklus für das betreffende Batteriemodell je Herstellungsbetrieb unter dem im gemäß Unterabsatz 3 erlassenen delegierten Rechtsakt festgelegten Höchstschwellenwert liegt.
Die in Unterabsatz 1 genannte Anforderung eines Höchstschwellenwerts für den CO2-Fußabdruck über den Lebenszyklus gilt ab:
- (a) dem 18. Februar 2028 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Unterabsatz 3 genannten delegierten Rechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, für Batterien für Elektrofahrzeuge;
- (b) dem 18. Februar 2029 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Unterabsatz 3 genannten delegierten Rechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, für wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien, ausgenommen Batterien mit ausschließlich externer Speicherung;
- (c) dem 18. August 2031 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Unterabsatz 3 genannten delegierten Rechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, für Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel;
- (d) dem 18. August 2033 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Unterabsatz 3 genannten delegierten Rechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, für wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien mit externer Speicherung.
Die Kommission erlässt bis zum 18. August 2026 für Batterien für Elektrofahrzeuge, bis zum 18. Februar 2028 für wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien, ausgenommen solche mit externer Speicherung, bis zum 18. Februar 2030 für Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel und bis zum 18. Februar 2032 für Industriebatterien mit externer Speicherung gemäß Artikel 89 einen delegierten Rechtsakt zur Ergänzung dieser Verordnung durch Festlegung des in Unterabsatz 1 genannten Höchstschwellenwerts für den CO2-Fußabdruck über den Lebenszyklus. Bei der Ausarbeitung dieses delegierten Rechtsakts berücksichtigt die Kommission die einschlägigen Bedingungen gemäß Anhang II Nummer 9. Die Einführung eines Höchstschwellenwerts für den CO2-Fußabdruck über den Lebenszyklus löst erforderlichenfalls eine Neueinstufung der in Absatz 2 genannten CO2-Fußabdruck-Leistungsklassen aus.
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By 31 December 2030, the Commission shall assess the feasibility of extending the requirements in this Article to portable batteries, and the requirement laid down in paragraph 3 to rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity of 2 kWh or less. To that end, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and the Council and consider taking the appropriate measures, including the adoption of legislative proposals.
By 31 December 2030, the Commission shall assess the feasibility of extending the requirements in this Article to portable batteries, and the requirement laid down in paragraph 3 to rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity of 2 kWh or less. To that end, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and the Council and consider taking the appropriate measures, including the adoption of legislative proposals.
Bis zum 31. Dezember 2030 bewertet die Kommission die Möglichkeit, die Anforderungen dieses Artikels auf Gerätebatterien und die in Absatz 3 festgelegte Anforderung auf wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien mit einer Kapazität von höchstens 2 kWh auszuweiten. Zu diesem Zweck legt die Kommission dem Europäischen Parlament und dem Rat einen Bericht vor und prüft die Ergreifung geeigneter Maßnahmen, einschließlich der Annahme von Gesetzgebungsvorschlägen.
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Paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 shall not apply to a battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, if the battery had already been placed on the market or put into service before undergoing such operations.
Paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 shall not apply to a battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, if the battery had already been placed on the market or put into service before undergoing such operations.
Die Absätze 1, 2 und 3 gelten nicht für eine Batterie, die einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, einer Umnutzung oder einer Wiederaufarbeitung unterzogen wurde, wenn die Batterie bereits vor diesen Vorgängen in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen worden war.
Article 8 — Recycled content in industrial batteries, electric vehicle batteries, LMT batteries and SLI batteries Article 8 — Recycled content in industrial batteries, electric vehicle batteries, LMT batteries and SLI batteries Article 8 — Rezyklatanteil in Industriebatterien, Batterien für Elektrofahrzeuge, Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel und Starterbatterien
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From 18 August 2028 or 24 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, electric vehicle batteries and SLI batteries that contain cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel in active materials, shall be accompanied by documentation containing information about the percentage share of cobalt, lithium or nickel that is present in active materials and that has been recovered from battery manufacturing waste or post-consumer waste, and the percentage share of lead that is present in the battery and that has been recovered from waste, for each battery model per year and per manufacturing plant.The first subparagraph shall apply from 18 August 2033 to LMT batteries that contain cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel in active materials.By 18 August 2026, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing, for the batteries referred to in the first and second subparagraphs, the methodology for the calculation and verification of the percentage share of cobalt, lithium or nickel that is present in active materials and that has been recovered from battery manufacturing waste or post-consumer waste, and the percentage share of lead that is present in the battery and that has been recovered from waste, and the format for the documentation.
From 18 August 2028 or 24 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, electric vehicle batteries and SLI batteries that contain cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel in active materials, shall be accompanied by documentation containing information about the percentage share of cobalt, lithium or nickel that is present in active materials and that has been recovered from battery manufacturing waste or post-consumer waste, and the percentage share of lead that is present in the battery and that has been recovered from waste, for each battery model per year and per manufacturing plant.
The first subparagraph shall apply from 18 August 2033 to LMT batteries that contain cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel in active materials.
By 18 August 2026, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing, for the batteries referred to in the first and second subparagraphs, the methodology for the calculation and verification of the percentage share of cobalt, lithium or nickel that is present in active materials and that has been recovered from battery manufacturing waste or post-consumer waste, and the percentage share of lead that is present in the battery and that has been recovered from waste, and the format for the documentation.
Ab dem 18. August 2028 oder 24 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Unterabsatz 3 genannten delegierten Rechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, müssen Industriebatterien mit einer Kapazität von mehr als 2 kWh, ausgenommen solche mit ausschließlich externer Speicherung, Batterien für Elektrofahrzeuge und Starterbatterien, die Kobalt, Blei, Lithium oder Nickel in den Aktivmaterialien enthalten, mit Unterlagen versehen sein, die für jedes Batteriemodell je Jahr und je Herstellungsbetrieb Angaben über den prozentualen Anteil des in den Aktivmaterialien enthaltenen Kobalts, Lithiums oder Nickels, der aus Abfällen der Batterieherstellung oder aus Altbatterien zurückgewonnen wurde, sowie über den prozentualen Anteil des in der Batterie enthaltenen Bleis, der aus Abfällen zurückgewonnen wurde, enthalten.
Unterabsatz 1 gilt ab dem 18. August 2033 für Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel, die Kobalt, Blei, Lithium oder Nickel in den Aktivmaterialien enthalten.
Bis zum 18. August 2026 erlässt die Kommission gemäß Artikel 89 einen delegierten Rechtsakt zur Ergänzung dieser Verordnung, in dem für die in Unterabsätzen 1 und 2 genannten Batterien die Methode zur Berechnung und Überprüfung des prozentualen Anteils des in den Aktivmaterialien enthaltenen und aus Abfällen der Batterieherstellung oder aus Altbatterien zurückgewonnenen Kobalts, Lithiums oder Nickels sowie des in der Batterie enthaltenen und aus Abfällen zurückgewonnenen Bleis und das Format der Unterlagen festgelegt werden.
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From 18 August 2031, for industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, electric vehicle batteries and SLI batteries that contain cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel in active materials, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall demonstrate that those batteries contain, in active materials, the following minimum percentage share of, respectively, cobalt, lithium or nickel that has been recovered from battery manufacturing waste or post-consumer waste, and the minimum percentage share of lead that is present in the battery and that has been recovered from waste, for each battery model per year and per manufacturing plant:
- (a) 16 % cobalt;
- (b) 85 % lead;
- (c) 6 % lithium;
- (d) 6 % nickel.
From 18 August 2031, for industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, electric vehicle batteries and SLI batteries that contain cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel in active materials, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall demonstrate that those batteries contain, in active materials, the following minimum percentage share of, respectively, cobalt, lithium or nickel that has been recovered from battery manufacturing waste or post-consumer waste, and the minimum percentage share of lead that is present in the battery and that has been recovered from waste, for each battery model per year and per manufacturing plant:
- (a) 16 % cobalt;
- (b) 85 % lead;
- (c) 6 % lithium;
- (d) 6 % nickel.
Ab dem 18. August 2031 muss bei Industriebatterien mit einer Kapazität von mehr als 2 kWh, ausgenommen solche mit ausschließlich externer Speicherung, Batterien für Elektrofahrzeuge und Starterbatterien, die Kobalt, Blei, Lithium oder Nickel in den Aktivmaterialien enthalten, aus den technischen Unterlagen gemäß Anhang VIII hervorgehen, dass diese Batterien in den Aktivmaterialien für jedes Batteriemodell je Jahr und je Herstellungsbetrieb mindestens den folgenden prozentualen Anteil des aus Abfällen der Batterieherstellung oder aus Altbatterien zurückgewonnenen Kobalts, Lithiums bzw. Nickels sowie mindestens den folgenden prozentualen Anteil des in der Batterie enthaltenen und aus Abfällen zurückgewonnenen Bleis enthalten:
- (a) 16 % Kobalt;
- (b) 85 % Blei;
- (c) 6 % Lithium;
- (d) 6 % Nickel.
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From 18 August 2036, for industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, electric vehicle batteries, LMT batteries and SLI batteries that contain cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel in active materials, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall demonstrate that those batteries contain, in the active materials, the following minimum percentage share of, respectively, cobalt, lithium or nickel that has been recovered from battery manufacturing waste or post-consumer waste, and the minimum percentage share of lead that is present in the battery and that has been recovered from waste, for each battery model per year and per manufacturing plant:
- (a) 26 % cobalt;
- (b) 85 % lead;
- (c) 12 % lithium;
- (d) 15 % nickel.
From 18 August 2036, for industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, electric vehicle batteries, LMT batteries and SLI batteries that contain cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel in active materials, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall demonstrate that those batteries contain, in the active materials, the following minimum percentage share of, respectively, cobalt, lithium or nickel that has been recovered from battery manufacturing waste or post-consumer waste, and the minimum percentage share of lead that is present in the battery and that has been recovered from waste, for each battery model per year and per manufacturing plant:
- (a) 26 % cobalt;
- (b) 85 % lead;
- (c) 12 % lithium;
- (d) 15 % nickel.
Ab dem 18. August 2036 muss bei Industriebatterien mit einer Kapazität von mehr als 2 kWh, ausgenommen solche mit ausschließlich externer Speicherung, Batterien für Elektrofahrzeuge, Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel und Starterbatterien, die Kobalt, Blei, Lithium oder Nickel in den Aktivmaterialien enthalten, aus den technischen Unterlagen gemäß Anhang VIII hervorgehen, dass diese Batterien in den Aktivmaterialien für jedes Batteriemodell je Jahr und je Herstellungsbetrieb mindestens den folgenden prozentualen Anteil des aus Abfällen der Batterieherstellung oder aus Altbatterien zurückgewonnenen Kobalts, Lithiums bzw. Nickels sowie mindestens den folgenden prozentualen Anteil des in der Batterie enthaltenen und aus Abfällen zurückgewonnenen Bleis enthalten:
- (a) 26 % Kobalt;
- (b) 85 % Blei;
- (c) 12 % Lithium;
- (d) 15 % Nickel.
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Paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 shall not apply to batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, if the batteries had already been placed on the market or put into service before undergoing such operations.
Paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 shall not apply to batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, if the batteries had already been placed on the market or put into service before undergoing such operations.
Die Absätze 1, 2 und 3 gelten nicht für Batterien, die einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, einer Umnutzung oder einer Wiederaufarbeitung unterzogen wurden, wenn die Batterien bereits vor diesen Vorgängen in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen worden waren.
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After the date of entry into force of the delegated act adopted under paragraph 1, and no later than 31 December 2028, the Commission shall assess whether, due to the existing availability, and the forecasted availability for 2030 and 2035, of cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel recovered from waste, or lack thereof, and in view of technical and scientific progress, it is appropriate to revise the targets laid down in paragraphs 2 and 3.Where justified and appropriate on the basis of the assessment made under the first subparagraph or due to other considerable changes in battery technology impacting the type of materials recovered, the Commission shall adopt, by 18 August 2029, a delegated act in accordance with Article 89, to amend the targets laid down in paragraphs 2 and 3.
After the date of entry into force of the delegated act adopted under paragraph 1, and no later than 31 December 2028, the Commission shall assess whether, due to the existing availability, and the forecasted availability for 2030 and 2035, of cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel recovered from waste, or lack thereof, and in view of technical and scientific progress, it is appropriate to revise the targets laid down in paragraphs 2 and 3.
Where justified and appropriate on the basis of the assessment made under the first subparagraph or due to other considerable changes in battery technology impacting the type of materials recovered, the Commission shall adopt, by 18 August 2029, a delegated act in accordance with Article 89, to amend the targets laid down in paragraphs 2 and 3.
Nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des gemäß Absatz 1 erlassenen delegierten Rechtsakts und spätestens bis zum 31. Dezember 2028 bewertet die Kommission, ob es aufgrund der gegenwärtigen sowie der für 2030 und 2035 prognostizierten Verfügbarkeit oder Nichtverfügbarkeit von aus Abfällen zurückgewonnenem Kobalt, Blei, Lithium oder Nickel und im Hinblick auf den technischen und wissenschaftlichen Fortschritt angemessen ist, die in den Absätzen 2 und 3 festgelegten Zielvorgaben zu überarbeiten.
Ist dies auf der Grundlage der Bewertung gemäß Unterabsatz 1 oder aufgrund anderer wesentlicher Änderungen der Batterietechnologie, die sich auf die Art der zurückgewonnenen Materialien auswirken, gerechtfertigt und angemessen, erlässt die Kommission bis zum 18. August 2029 gemäß Artikel 89 einen delegierten Rechtsakt zur Änderung der in den Absätzen 2 und 3 festgelegten Zielvorgaben.
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Where justified and appropriate due to market developments regarding battery chemistries impacting the type of materials that can be recovered, the Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89, to amend this Regulation by adding materials other than cobalt, lead, lithium and nickel, with specific minimum shares of recycled content per specific material in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this Article.
Where justified and appropriate due to market developments regarding battery chemistries impacting the type of materials that can be recovered, the Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89, to amend this Regulation by adding materials other than cobalt, lead, lithium and nickel, with specific minimum shares of recycled content per specific material in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this Article.
Ist dies aufgrund von Marktentwicklungen bei Batteriechemien, die sich auf die Art der zurückgewinnbaren Materialien auswirken, gerechtfertigt und angemessen, wird der Kommission die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zur Änderung dieser Verordnung zu erlassen, um andere Materialien als Kobalt, Blei, Lithium und Nickel mit spezifischen Mindestanteilen an Rezyklat je Material in die Absätze 2 und 3 dieses Artikels aufzunehmen.
Article 9 — Performance and durability requirements for portable batteries of general use Article 9 — Performance and durability requirements for portable batteries of general use Article 9 — Anforderungen an die Leistung und Haltbarkeit von Gerätebatterien für den allgemeinen Gebrauch
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From 18 August 2028 or 24 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in paragraph 2, whichever is the latest, portable batteries of general use, excluding button cells, shall meet the minimum values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Annex III as laid down in the delegated act adopted pursuant to paragraph 2.
From 18 August 2028 or 24 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in paragraph 2, whichever is the latest, portable batteries of general use, excluding button cells, shall meet the minimum values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Annex III as laid down in the delegated act adopted pursuant to paragraph 2.
Ab dem 18. August 2028 oder 24 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Absatz 2 genannten delegierten Rechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, müssen Gerätebatterien für den allgemeinen Gebrauch, ausgenommen Knopfzellen, die in Anhang III festgelegten Mindestwerte für die elektrochemischen Leistungs- und Haltbarkeitsparameter gemäß dem nach Absatz 2 erlassenen delegierten Rechtsakt erfüllen.
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By 18 August 2027, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing mandatory minimum values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Annex III for portable batteries of general use, excluding button cells.The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the minimum values referred to in the first subparagraph or add electrochemical performance and durability parameters to those set out in Annex III in view of technical and scientific progress.In preparing the delegated act referred to in the first subparagraph, the Commission shall consider the need to reduce the life cycle environmental impact of portable batteries of general use, including by means of increasing the resource efficiency thereof, and shall take into consideration relevant international standards and labelling schemes.The Commission shall also ensure that the provisions laid down by the delegated act referred to in the first subparagraph do not have a significant adverse impact on the safety and functionality of those batteries or the appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles into which those batteries are incorporated, the affordability and the cost for end-users and the industry’s competitiveness.
By 18 August 2027, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing mandatory minimum values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Annex III for portable batteries of general use, excluding button cells. The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the minimum values referred to in the first subparagraph or add electrochemical performance and durability parameters to those set out in Annex III in view of technical and scientific progress. In preparing the delegated act referred to in the first subparagraph, the Commission shall consider the need to reduce the life cycle environmental impact of portable batteries of general use, including by means of increasing the resource efficiency thereof, and shall take into consideration relevant international standards and labelling schemes. The Commission shall also ensure that the provisions laid down by the delegated act referred to in the first subparagraph do not have a significant adverse impact on the safety and functionality of those batteries or the appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles into which those batteries are incorporated, the affordability and the cost for end-users and the industry’s competitiveness.
Bis zum 18. August 2027 erlässt die Kommission gemäß Artikel 89 einen delegierten Rechtsakt zur Ergänzung dieser Verordnung, in dem verbindliche Mindestwerte für die in Anhang III festgelegten elektrochemischen Leistungs- und Haltbarkeitsparameter von Gerätebatterien für den allgemeinen Gebrauch, ausgenommen Knopfzellen, festgelegt werden. Der Kommission wird die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zu erlassen, um die im ersten Unterabsatz genannten Mindestwerte im Hinblick auf den technischen und wissenschaftlichen Fortschritt zu ändern oder den in Anhang III aufgeführten elektrochemischen Leistungs- und Haltbarkeitsparametern weitere hinzuzufügen. Bei der Ausarbeitung des im ersten Unterabsatz genannten delegierten Rechtsakts berücksichtigt die Kommission die Notwendigkeit, die Umweltauswirkungen von Gerätebatterien für den allgemeinen Gebrauch über ihren Lebenszyklus zu verringern, unter anderem durch Verbesserung ihrer Ressourceneffizienz, und trägt den einschlägigen internationalen Normen und Kennzeichnungssystemen Rechnung. Die Kommission stellt ferner sicher, dass die Bestimmungen des im ersten Unterabsatz genannten delegierten Rechtsakts keine erheblichen nachteiligen Auswirkungen auf die Sicherheit und Funktionalität dieser Batterien oder der Geräte, leichten Verkehrsmittel oder sonstigen Fahrzeuge haben, in die diese Batterien eingebaut sind, und weder die Erschwinglichkeit und Kosten für Endnutzer noch die Wettbewerbsfähigkeit der Industrie erheblich beeinträchtigen.
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By 31 December 2030, the Commission shall assess the feasibility of measures to phase out non-rechargeable portable batteries of general use with a view to minimising their environmental impact based on the life cycle assessment methodology and viable alternatives for end-users. To that end, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and to the Council and consider taking the appropriate measures, including the adoption of legislative proposals for either the phase out or the setting of eco-design requirements.
By 31 December 2030, the Commission shall assess the feasibility of measures to phase out non-rechargeable portable batteries of general use with a view to minimising their environmental impact based on the life cycle assessment methodology and viable alternatives for end-users. To that end, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and to the Council and consider taking the appropriate measures, including the adoption of legislative proposals for either the phase out or the setting of eco-design requirements.
Bis zum 31. Dezember 2030 bewertet die Kommission die Möglichkeit von Maßnahmen zur schrittweisen Abschaffung nicht wiederaufladbarer Gerätebatterien für den allgemeinen Gebrauch, um deren Umweltauswirkungen auf der Grundlage der Methode der Lebenszyklusanalyse und praktikabler Alternativen für Endnutzer zu minimieren. Zu diesem Zweck legt die Kommission dem Europäischen Parlament und dem Rat einen Bericht vor und prüft die Ergreifung geeigneter Maßnahmen, einschließlich der Annahme von Gesetzgebungsvorschlägen entweder zur schrittweisen Abschaffung oder zur Festlegung von Ökodesign-Anforderungen.
Article 10 — Performance and durability requirements for rechargeable industrial batteries, LMT batteries and electric vehicle batteries Article 10 — Performance and durability requirements for rechargeable industrial batteries, LMT batteries and electric vehicle batteries Article 10 — Anforderungen an die Leistung und Haltbarkeit von wiederaufladbaren Industriebatterien, Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel und Batterien für Elektrofahrzeuge
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From 18 August 2024, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, LMT batteries and electric vehicle batteries shall be accompanied by a document containing values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV.For batteries referred to in the first subparagraph, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall contain an explanation of the technical specifications, standards and conditions used to measure, calculate or estimate the values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters. That explanation shall include, at least, the elements set out in Part B of Annex IV.
From 18 August 2024, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, LMT batteries and electric vehicle batteries shall be accompanied by a document containing values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV. For batteries referred to in the first subparagraph, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall contain an explanation of the technical specifications, standards and conditions used to measure, calculate or estimate the values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters. That explanation shall include, at least, the elements set out in Part B of Annex IV.
Ab dem 18. August 2024 müssen wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien mit einer Kapazität von mehr als 2 kWh, Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel und Batterien für Elektrofahrzeuge mit einem Dokument versehen sein, das die Werte der in Anhang IV Teil A festgelegten elektrochemischen Leistungs- und Haltbarkeitsparameter enthält. Bei den in Unterabsatz 1 genannten Batterien müssen die technischen Unterlagen gemäß Anhang VIII eine Erläuterung der technischen Spezifikationen, Normen und Bedingungen enthalten, die zur Messung, Berechnung oder Schätzung der Werte der elektrochemischen Leistungs- und Haltbarkeitsparameter verwendet wurden. Diese Erläuterung muss mindestens die in Anhang IV Teil B aufgeführten Elemente enthalten.
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From either 18 August 2027 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the first subparagraph of paragraph 5, whichever is the latest, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, shall meet the minimum values laid down in the delegated act adopted pursuant to the first subparagraph of paragraph 5 for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV.
From either 18 August 2027 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the first subparagraph of paragraph 5, whichever is the latest, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, shall meet the minimum values laid down in the delegated act adopted pursuant to the first subparagraph of paragraph 5 for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV.
Ab dem 18. August 2027 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Absatz 5 Unterabsatz 1 genannten delegierten Rechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, müssen wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien mit einer Kapazität von mehr als 2 kWh, ausgenommen solche mit ausschließlich externer Speicherung, die in dem gemäß Absatz 5 Unterabsatz 1 erlassenen delegierten Rechtsakt festgelegten Mindestwerte für die in Anhang IV Teil A genannten elektrochemischen Leistungs- und Haltbarkeitsparameter erfüllen.
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From either 18 August 2028 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the second subparagraph of paragraph 5, whichever is the latest, LMT batteries shall meet the minimum values laid down in the delegated act adopted pursuant to the second subparagraph of paragraph 5 for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV.
From either 18 August 2028 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the second subparagraph of paragraph 5, whichever is the latest, LMT batteries shall meet the minimum values laid down in the delegated act adopted pursuant to the second subparagraph of paragraph 5 for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV.
Ab dem 18. August 2028 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Absatz 5 Unterabsatz 2 genannten delegierten Rechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, müssen Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel die in dem gemäß Absatz 5 Unterabsatz 2 erlassenen delegierten Rechtsakt festgelegten Mindestwerte für die in Anhang IV Teil A genannten elektrochemischen Leistungs- und Haltbarkeitsparameter erfüllen.
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Paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 shall not apply to a battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, where the economic operator placing that battery on the market or putting it into service demonstrates that the battery, before undergoing such operations, has been placed on the market or put into service before the dates on which those obligations become applicable in accordance with those paragraphs.
Paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 shall not apply to a battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, where the economic operator placing that battery on the market or putting it into service demonstrates that the battery, before undergoing such operations, has been placed on the market or put into service before the dates on which those obligations become applicable in accordance with those paragraphs.
Die Absätze 1, 2 und 3 gelten nicht für eine Batterie, die einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, einer Umnutzung oder einer Wiederaufarbeitung unterzogen wurde, wenn der Wirtschaftsakteur, der diese Batterie in Verkehr bringt oder in Betrieb nimmt, nachweist, dass die Batterie vor diesen Vorgängen vor den Zeitpunkten, ab denen diese Pflichten gemäß diesen Absätzen gelten, in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen worden war.
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By 18 February 2026, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing minimum values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV that rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, shall attain.By 18 February 2027, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing minimum values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV that LMT batteries shall attain.In preparing the delegated acts referred to in the first and second subparagraph, the Commission shall consider the need to reduce the life cycle environmental impact of rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except of those with exclusively external storage, and of LMT batteries, and ensure that the requirements laid down therein do not have a significant adverse impact on the functionality of those batteries or the appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles into which those batteries are incorporated, their affordability and industry’s competitiveness.
By 18 February 2026, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing minimum values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV that rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, shall attain. By 18 February 2027, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing minimum values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV that LMT batteries shall attain. In preparing the delegated acts referred to in the first and second subparagraph, the Commission shall consider the need to reduce the life cycle environmental impact of rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except of those with exclusively external storage, and of LMT batteries, and ensure that the requirements laid down therein do not have a significant adverse impact on the functionality of those batteries or the appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles into which those batteries are incorporated, their affordability and industry’s competitiveness.
Bis zum 18. Februar 2026 erlässt die Kommission gemäß Artikel 89 einen delegierten Rechtsakt zur Ergänzung dieser Verordnung, in dem Mindestwerte für die in Anhang IV Teil A festgelegten elektrochemischen Leistungs- und Haltbarkeitsparameter bestimmt werden, die wiederaufladbare Industriebatterien mit einer Kapazität von mehr als 2 kWh, ausgenommen solche mit ausschließlich externer Speicherung, erreichen müssen. Bis zum 18. Februar 2027 erlässt die Kommission gemäß Artikel 89 einen delegierten Rechtsakt zur Ergänzung dieser Verordnung, in dem Mindestwerte für die in Anhang IV Teil A festgelegten elektrochemischen Leistungs- und Haltbarkeitsparameter bestimmt werden, die Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel erreichen müssen. Bei der Ausarbeitung der in Unterabsätzen 1 und 2 genannten delegierten Rechtsakte berücksichtigt die Kommission die Notwendigkeit, die Umweltauswirkungen dieser wiederaufladbaren Industriebatterien und der Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel über ihren Lebenszyklus zu verringern, und stellt sicher, dass die darin festgelegten Anforderungen keine erheblichen nachteiligen Auswirkungen auf die Funktionalität dieser Batterien oder der Geräte, leichten Verkehrsmittel oder sonstigen Fahrzeuge haben, in die diese Batterien eingebaut sind, ihre Erschwinglichkeit beeinträchtigen oder die Wettbewerbsfähigkeit der Industrie gefährden.
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The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Annex IV in light of market developments and technical and scientific progress, including, in particular, related to technical specifications of the informal UNECE Working Group on Electric Vehicles and the Environment.
The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Annex IV in light of market developments and technical and scientific progress, including, in particular, related to technical specifications of the informal UNECE Working Group on Electric Vehicles and the Environment.
Der Kommission wird die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zur Änderung der in Anhang IV festgelegten elektrochemischen Leistungs- und Haltbarkeitsparameter im Hinblick auf Marktentwicklungen sowie den technischen und wissenschaftlichen Fortschritt zu erlassen, insbesondere im Zusammenhang mit den technischen Spezifikationen der informellen UNECE-Arbeitsgruppe für Elektrofahrzeuge und Umwelt.
Article 11 — Removability and replaceability of portable batteries and LMT batteries Article 11 — Removability and replaceability of portable batteries and LMT batteries Article 11 — Entnehmbarkeit und Austauschbarkeit von Gerätebatterien und Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel
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Any natural or legal person that places on the market products incorporating portable batteries shall ensure that those batteries are readily removable and replaceable by the end-user at any time during the lifetime of the product. That obligation shall only apply to entire batteries and not to individual cells or other parts included in such batteries.A portable battery shall be considered readily removable by the end-user where it can be removed from a product with the use of commercially available tools, without requiring the use of specialised tools, unless provided free of charge with the product, proprietary tools, thermal energy, or solvents to disassemble the product.Any natural or legal person that places on the market products incorporating portable batteries shall ensure that those products are accompanied with instructions and safety information on the use, removal and replacement of the batteries. Those instructions and that safety information shall be made available permanently online, on a publicly available website, in an easily understandable way for end-users.This paragraph shall be without prejudice to any specific provisions ensuring a higher level of protection of the environment and human health relating to the removability and replaceability of portable batteries by end-users laid down in any Union law on electrical and electronic equipment as defined in Article 3(1), point (a), of Directive 2012/19/EU.
Any natural or legal person that places on the market products incorporating portable batteries shall ensure that those batteries are readily removable and replaceable by the end-user at any time during the lifetime of the product. That obligation shall only apply to entire batteries and not to individual cells or other parts included in such batteries. A portable battery shall be considered readily removable by the end-user where it can be removed from a product with the use of commercially available tools, without requiring the use of specialised tools, unless provided free of charge with the product, proprietary tools, thermal energy, or solvents to disassemble the product. Any natural or legal person that places on the market products incorporating portable batteries shall ensure that those products are accompanied with instructions and safety information on the use, removal and replacement of the batteries. Those instructions and that safety information shall be made available permanently online, on a publicly available website, in an easily understandable way for end-users. This paragraph shall be without prejudice to any specific provisions ensuring a higher level of protection of the environment and human health relating to the removability and replaceability of portable batteries by end-users laid down in any Union law on electrical and electronic equipment as defined in Article 3(1), point (a), of Directive 2012/19/EU.
Jede natürliche oder juristische Person, die Produkte, in die Gerätebatterien eingebaut sind, in Verkehr bringt, stellt sicher, dass diese Batterien vom Endnutzer jederzeit während der Lebensdauer des Produkts leicht entnommen und ausgetauscht werden können. Diese Pflicht gilt nur für vollständige Batterien und nicht für einzelne Zellen oder andere in solche Batterien eingebaute Teile. Eine Gerätebatterie gilt als vom Endnutzer leicht entnehmbar, wenn sie mit handelsüblichen Werkzeugen aus einem Produkt entnommen werden kann, ohne dass Spezialwerkzeuge — es sei denn, diese werden kostenlos mit dem Produkt bereitgestellt —, proprietäre Werkzeuge, thermische Energie oder Lösungsmittel zur Demontage des Produkts erforderlich sind. Jede natürliche oder juristische Person, die Produkte, in die Gerätebatterien eingebaut sind, in Verkehr bringt, stellt sicher, dass diesen Produkten Anweisungen und Sicherheitsinformationen zur Verwendung, Entnahme und zum Austausch der Batterien beiliegen. Diese Anweisungen und Sicherheitsinformationen sind dauerhaft online auf einer öffentlich zugänglichen Website in einer für Endnutzer leicht verständlichen Weise bereitzustellen. Dieser Absatz lässt besondere Bestimmungen des Unionsrechts über Elektro- und Elektronikgeräte im Sinne des Artikels 3 Absatz 1 Buchstabe a der Richtlinie 2012/19/EU unberührt, die ein höheres Schutzniveau für Umwelt und menschliche Gesundheit hinsichtlich der Entnehmbarkeit und Austauschbarkeit von Gerätebatterien durch Endnutzer gewährleisten.
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By way of derogation from paragraph 1, the following products incorporating portable batteries may be designed in such a way as to make the battery removable and replaceable only by independent professionals:
- (a) appliances specifically designed to operate primarily in an environment that is regularly subject to splashing water, water streams or water immersion, and that are intended to be washable or rinseable;
- (b) professional medical imaging and radiotherapy devices, as defined in Article 2, point (1), of Regulation (EU) 2017/745, and in vitro diagnostic medical devices, as defined in Article 2, point (2), of Regulation (EU) 2017/746.
The derogation set out in point (a) of this paragraph shall only be applicable where such derogation is required to ensure the safety of the user and the appliance.
By way of derogation from paragraph 1, the following products incorporating portable batteries may be designed in such a way as to make the battery removable and replaceable only by independent professionals:
- (a) appliances specifically designed to operate primarily in an environment that is regularly subject to splashing water, water streams or water immersion, and that are intended to be washable or rinseable;
- (b) professional medical imaging and radiotherapy devices, as defined in Article 2, point (1), of Regulation (EU) 2017/745, and in vitro diagnostic medical devices, as defined in Article 2, point (2), of Regulation (EU) 2017/746.
The derogation set out in point (a) of this paragraph shall only be applicable where such derogation is required to ensure the safety of the user and the appliance.
Abweichend von Absatz 1 dürfen die folgenden Produkte, in die Gerätebatterien eingebaut sind, so gestaltet sein, dass die Batterie nur von unabhängigen Fachleuten entnommen und ausgetauscht werden kann:
- (a) Geräte, die eigens dafür ausgelegt sind, überwiegend in einer Umgebung betrieben zu werden, in der sie regelmäßig Spritzwasser, Wasserstrahlen oder dem Eintauchen in Wasser ausgesetzt sind, und die waschbar oder abspülbar sein sollen;
- (b) professionelle medizinische Bildgebungs- und Strahlentherapiegeräte im Sinne des Artikels 2 Nummer 1 der Verordnung (EU) 2017/745 sowie In-vitro-Diagnostika im Sinne des Artikels 2 Nummer 2 der Verordnung (EU) 2017/746.
Die Ausnahme gemäß Buchstabe a dieses Absatzes gilt nur, wenn sie erforderlich ist, um die Sicherheit des Nutzers und des Geräts zu gewährleisten.
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The obligations laid down in paragraph 1 shall not apply where continuity of power supply is necessary and a permanent connection between the product and the respective portable battery is required to ensure the safety of the user and the appliance or, for products that collect and supply data as their main function, for data integrity reasons.
The obligations laid down in paragraph 1 shall not apply where continuity of power supply is necessary and a permanent connection between the product and the respective portable battery is required to ensure the safety of the user and the appliance or, for products that collect and supply data as their main function, for data integrity reasons.
Die Pflichten gemäß Absatz 1 gelten nicht, wenn die Kontinuität der Stromversorgung erforderlich ist und eine dauerhafte Verbindung zwischen dem Produkt und der jeweiligen Gerätebatterie notwendig ist, um die Sicherheit des Nutzers und des Geräts zu gewährleisten, oder bei Produkten, deren Hauptfunktion in der Erhebung und Bereitstellung von Daten besteht, aus Gründen der Datenintegrität.
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The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend paragraph 2 of this Article by adding further products to be exempted from the removability and replaceability requirements laid down in paragraph 1 of this Article. Such delegated acts shall be adopted only on account of market developments and technical and scientific progress, and provided that there are scientifically grounded concerns over the safety of end-users removing or replacing the portable battery, or in cases where there is a risk that the removal or the replacement of the battery by end-users would be in violation of any product safety requirements provided for by applicable Union law.
The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend paragraph 2 of this Article by adding further products to be exempted from the removability and replaceability requirements laid down in paragraph 1 of this Article. Such delegated acts shall be adopted only on account of market developments and technical and scientific progress, and provided that there are scientifically grounded concerns over the safety of end-users removing or replacing the portable battery, or in cases where there is a risk that the removal or the replacement of the battery by end-users would be in violation of any product safety requirements provided for by applicable Union law.
Der Kommission wird die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zur Änderung des Absatzes 2 dieses Artikels zu erlassen, um weitere Produkte hinzuzufügen, die von den Anforderungen an die Entnehmbarkeit und Austauschbarkeit gemäß Absatz 1 dieses Artikels ausgenommen werden. Solche delegierten Rechtsakte dürfen nur aufgrund von Marktentwicklungen und technischem und wissenschaftlichem Fortschritt erlassen werden, sofern wissenschaftlich begründete Bedenken hinsichtlich der Sicherheit von Endnutzern bestehen, die die Gerätebatterie entnehmen oder austauschen, oder wenn die Gefahr besteht, dass die Entnahme oder der Austausch der Batterie durch Endnutzer gegen im geltenden Unionsrecht vorgesehene Anforderungen an die Produktsicherheit verstößt.
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Any natural or legal person that places on the market products incorporating LMT batteries shall ensure that those batteries, as well as individual battery cells included in the battery pack, are readily removable and replaceable by an independent professional at any time during the lifetime of the product.
Any natural or legal person that places on the market products incorporating LMT batteries shall ensure that those batteries, as well as individual battery cells included in the battery pack, are readily removable and replaceable by an independent professional at any time during the lifetime of the product.
Jede natürliche oder juristische Person, die Produkte, in die Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel eingebaut sind, in Verkehr bringt, stellt sicher, dass diese Batterien sowie die einzelnen im Batteriepack enthaltenen Batteriezellen jederzeit während der Lebensdauer des Produkts von einem unabhängigen Fachmann leicht entnommen und ausgetauscht werden können.
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For the purposes of paragraphs 1 and 5, a portable battery or LMT battery shall be considered readily replaceable where, after its removal from an appliance or light means of transport, it can be substituted by another compatible battery without affecting the functioning, the performance or the safety of that appliance or light means of transport.
For the purposes of paragraphs 1 and 5, a portable battery or LMT battery shall be considered readily replaceable where, after its removal from an appliance or light means of transport, it can be substituted by another compatible battery without affecting the functioning, the performance or the safety of that appliance or light means of transport.
Für die Zwecke der Absätze 1 und 5 gilt eine Gerätebatterie oder eine Batterie für leichte Verkehrsmittel als leicht austauschbar, wenn sie nach ihrer Entnahme aus einem Gerät oder einem leichten Verkehrsmittel durch eine andere kompatible Batterie ersetzt werden kann, ohne die Funktionsfähigkeit, Leistung oder Sicherheit dieses Geräts oder leichten Verkehrsmittels zu beeinträchtigen.
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Any natural or legal person that places on the market products incorporating portable batteries or LMT batteries shall ensure that those batteries are available as spare parts of the equipment that they power for a minimum of five years after placing the last unit of the equipment model on the market, with a reasonable and non-discriminatory price for independent professionals and end-users.
Any natural or legal person that places on the market products incorporating portable batteries or LMT batteries shall ensure that those batteries are available as spare parts of the equipment that they power for a minimum of five years after placing the last unit of the equipment model on the market, with a reasonable and non-discriminatory price for independent professionals and end-users.
Jede natürliche oder juristische Person, die Produkte, in die Gerätebatterien oder Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel eingebaut sind, in Verkehr bringt, stellt sicher, dass diese Batterien mindestens fünf Jahre nach dem Inverkehrbringen der letzten Einheit des Gerätemodells als Ersatzteile für die von ihnen mit Energie versorgten Geräte zu einem angemessenen und nichtdiskriminierenden Preis für unabhängige Fachleute und Endnutzer verfügbar sind.
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Software shall not be used to impede the replacement of a portable battery or LMT battery, or of their key components, with another compatible battery or key components.
Software shall not be used to impede the replacement of a portable battery or LMT battery, or of their key components, with another compatible battery or key components.
Software darf nicht verwendet werden, um den Austausch einer Gerätebatterie oder einer Batterie für leichte Verkehrsmittel oder ihrer wesentlichen Bestandteile durch eine andere kompatible Batterie oder kompatible wesentliche Bestandteile zu behindern.
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The Commission shall publish guidelines to facilitate the harmonised application of this Article.
The Commission shall publish guidelines to facilitate the harmonised application of this Article.
Die Kommission veröffentlicht Leitlinien, um die harmonisierte Anwendung dieses Artikels zu erleichtern.
Article 12 — Safety of stationary battery energy storage systems Article 12 — Safety of stationary battery energy storage systems Article 12 — Sicherheit stationärer Batteriespeichersysteme
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Stationary battery energy storage systems placed on the market or put into service shall be safe during their normal operation and use.
Stationary battery energy storage systems placed on the market or put into service shall be safe during their normal operation and use.
Stationäre Batteriespeichersysteme, die in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen werden, müssen während ihres bestimmungsgemäßen Betriebs und ihrer bestimmungsgemäßen Verwendung sicher sein.
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By 18 August 2024, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall:
- (a) demonstrate that the stationary battery energy storage systems are compliant with paragraph 1 and include evidence that they have been successfully tested for the safety parameters set out in Annex V, for which state-of-the-art testing methodologies shall be used. The safety parameters shall only apply in so far as a corresponding hazard exists for the stationary battery energy storage system in question when it is used under the conditions envisaged by the manufacturer;
- (b) include an assessment of possible safety hazards of the stationary battery energy storage system that are not addressed in Annex V;
- (c) include evidence that the hazards referred to in point (b) have been successfully mitigated and tested; state-of-the-art testing methodologies shall be used for such testing;
- (d) include mitigation instructions in case the identified hazards could occur, for example a fire or explosion.
The technical documentation shall be reviewed if a battery is prepared for re-use, prepared for repurposing, remanufactured or repurposed.
By 18 August 2024, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall:
- (a) demonstrate that the stationary battery energy storage systems are compliant with paragraph 1 and include evidence that they have been successfully tested for the safety parameters set out in Annex V, for which state-of-the-art testing methodologies shall be used. The safety parameters shall only apply in so far as a corresponding hazard exists for the stationary battery energy storage system in question when it is used under the conditions envisaged by the manufacturer;
- (b) include an assessment of possible safety hazards of the stationary battery energy storage system that are not addressed in Annex V;
- (c) include evidence that the hazards referred to in point (b) have been successfully mitigated and tested; state-of-the-art testing methodologies shall be used for such testing;
- (d) include mitigation instructions in case the identified hazards could occur, for example a fire or explosion.
The technical documentation shall be reviewed if a battery is prepared for re-use, prepared for repurposing, remanufactured or repurposed.
Bis zum 18. August 2024 müssen die technischen Unterlagen gemäß Anhang VIII:
- (a) nachweisen, dass die stationären Batteriespeichersysteme Absatz 1 entsprechen, und Belege dafür enthalten, dass sie erfolgreich anhand der in Anhang V festgelegten Sicherheitsparameter geprüft wurden, wobei Prüfmethoden nach dem Stand der Technik anzuwenden sind. Die Sicherheitsparameter gelten nur, soweit bei Verwendung des betreffenden stationären Batteriespeichersystems unter den vom Hersteller vorgesehenen Bedingungen eine entsprechende Gefahr besteht;
- (b) eine Bewertung möglicher Sicherheitsgefahren des stationären Batteriespeichersystems enthalten, die in Anhang V nicht behandelt werden;
- (c) Belege dafür enthalten, dass die in Buchstabe b genannten Gefahren erfolgreich gemindert und geprüft wurden; für diese Prüfungen sind Prüfmethoden nach dem Stand der Technik anzuwenden;
- (d) Anweisungen zur Gefahrenminderung für den Fall enthalten, dass die ermittelten Gefahren, beispielsweise ein Brand oder eine Explosion, eintreten könnten.
Die technischen Unterlagen sind zu überprüfen, wenn eine Batterie zur Wiederverwendung vorbereitet, zur Umnutzung vorbereitet, wiederaufgearbeitet oder umgenutzt wird.
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The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the safety parameters set out in Annex V in view of technical and scientific progress.
The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the safety parameters set out in Annex V in view of technical and scientific progress.
Der Kommission wird die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zur Änderung der in Anhang V festgelegten Sicherheitsparameter im Hinblick auf den technischen und wissenschaftlichen Fortschritt zu erlassen.
CHAPTER III — Labelling, marking and information requirements CHAPTER III — Labelling, marking and information requirements CHAPTER III — Anforderungen an Kennzeichnung, Markierung und Information
Article 13 — Labelling and marking of batteries Article 13 — Labelling and marking of batteries Article 13 — Kennzeichnung und Markierung von Batterien
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From 18 August 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the implementing act referred to in paragraph 10, whichever is the latest, batteries shall bear a label containing the general information on batteries set out in Part A of Annex VI.
From 18 August 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the implementing act referred to in paragraph 10, whichever is the latest, batteries shall bear a label containing the general information on batteries set out in Part A of Annex VI.
Ab dem 18. August 2026 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Absatz 10 genannten Durchführungsrechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, müssen Batterien ein Etikett mit den in Anhang VI Teil A festgelegten allgemeinen Informationen über Batterien tragen.
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From 18 August 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the implementing act referred to in paragraph 10, whichever is the latest, rechargeable portable batteries, LMT batteries and SLI batteries shall bear a label containing information on their capacity.
From 18 August 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the implementing act referred to in paragraph 10, whichever is the latest, rechargeable portable batteries, LMT batteries and SLI batteries shall bear a label containing information on their capacity.
Ab dem 18. August 2026 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Absatz 10 genannten Durchführungsrechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, müssen wiederaufladbare Gerätebatterien, Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel und Starterbatterien ein Etikett mit Angaben über ihre Kapazität tragen.
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From 18 August 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the implementing act referred to in paragraph 10, whichever is the latest, non-rechargeable portable batteries shall bear a label containing information on their minimum average duration when used in specific applications and a label indicating non-rechargeable.
From 18 August 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the implementing act referred to in paragraph 10, whichever is the latest, non-rechargeable portable batteries shall bear a label containing information on their minimum average duration when used in specific applications and a label indicating non-rechargeable.
Ab dem 18. August 2026 oder 18 Monate nach dem Tag des Inkrafttretens des in Absatz 10 genannten Durchführungsrechtsakts, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt später liegt, müssen nicht wiederaufladbare Gerätebatterien ein Etikett mit Angaben über ihre durchschnittliche Mindestbetriebsdauer bei Verwendung in bestimmten Anwendungen sowie ein Etikett mit dem Hinweis „nicht wiederaufladbar“ tragen.
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From 18 August 2025, all batteries shall be marked with the symbol for separate collection of batteries (separate collection symbol) as shown in Part B of Annex VI.The separate collection symbol shall cover at least 3 % of the area of the largest side of the battery up to a maximum size of 5 × 5 cm.In the case of cylindrical battery cells, the separate collection symbol shall cover at least 1,5 % of the surface area of the battery and shall have a maximum size of 5 × 5 cm.Where the size of the battery is such that the separate collection symbol would be smaller than 0,47 × 0,47 cm, the battery does not need to be marked with that symbol. Instead, a separate collection symbol measuring at least 1 × 1 cm shall be printed on the packaging.
From 18 August 2025, all batteries shall be marked with the symbol for separate collection of batteries (separate collection symbol) as shown in Part B of Annex VI. The separate collection symbol shall cover at least 3 % of the area of the largest side of the battery up to a maximum size of 5 × 5 cm. In the case of cylindrical battery cells, the separate collection symbol shall cover at least 1,5 % of the surface area of the battery and shall have a maximum size of 5 × 5 cm. Where the size of the battery is such that the separate collection symbol would be smaller than 0,47 × 0,47 cm, the battery does not need to be marked with that symbol. Instead, a separate collection symbol measuring at least 1 × 1 cm shall be printed on the packaging.
Ab dem 18. August 2025 sind alle Batterien mit dem in Anhang VI Teil B dargestellten Symbol für die getrennte Sammlung von Batterien (Symbol für die getrennte Sammlung) zu kennzeichnen. Das Symbol für die getrennte Sammlung muss mindestens 3 % der Fläche der größten Seite der Batterie, höchstens jedoch eine Größe von 5 × 5 cm, einnehmen. Bei zylindrischen Batteriezellen muss das Symbol für die getrennte Sammlung mindestens 1,5 % der Oberfläche der Batterie einnehmen und darf höchstens 5 × 5 cm groß sein. Ist die Batterie so klein, dass das Symbol für die getrennte Sammlung kleiner als 0,47 × 0,47 cm wäre, muss die Batterie nicht mit diesem Symbol gekennzeichnet werden. Stattdessen ist ein mindestens 1 × 1 cm großes Symbol für die getrennte Sammlung auf der Verpackung anzubringen.
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All batteries containing more than 0,002 % cadmium or more than 0,004 % lead, shall be marked with the chemical symbol for the metal concerned: Cd or Pb.The relevant chemical symbol indicating the heavy metal content shall be printed beneath the separate collection symbol and shall cover an area of at least one-quarter the size of that symbol.
All batteries containing more than 0,002 % cadmium or more than 0,004 % lead, shall be marked with the chemical symbol for the metal concerned: Cd or Pb. The relevant chemical symbol indicating the heavy metal content shall be printed beneath the separate collection symbol and shall cover an area of at least one-quarter the size of that symbol.
Alle Batterien, die mehr als 0,002 % Cadmium oder mehr als 0,004 % Blei enthalten, sind mit dem chemischen Symbol des betreffenden Metalls zu kennzeichnen: Cd oder Pb. Das entsprechende chemische Symbol zur Angabe des Schwermetallgehalts ist unterhalb des Symbols für die getrennte Sammlung aufzudrucken und muss eine Fläche von mindestens einem Viertel der Größe dieses Symbols einnehmen.
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From 18 February 2027, all batteries shall be marked with a QR code as described in Part C of Annex VI. The QR code shall provide access to the following:
- (a) for LMT batteries, industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2kWh and electric vehicles batteries, the battery passport in accordance with Article 77;
- (b) for other batteries, the applicable information referred to in paragraphs 1 to 5 of this Article, the declaration of conformity referred to in Article 18, the report referred to in Article 52(3) and the information regarding the prevention and management of waste batteries laid down in Article 74(1), points (a) to (f);
- (c) for SLI batteries, the amount of cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel recovered from waste and present in active materials in the battery, calculated in accordance with Article 8.
This information shall be complete, up-to-date and accurate.
From 18 February 2027, all batteries shall be marked with a QR code as described in Part C of Annex VI. The QR code shall provide access to the following:
- (a) for LMT batteries, industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2kWh and electric vehicles batteries, the battery passport in accordance with Article 77;
- (b) for other batteries, the applicable information referred to in paragraphs 1 to 5 of this Article, the declaration of conformity referred to in Article 18, the report referred to in Article 52(3) and the information regarding the prevention and management of waste batteries laid down in Article 74(1), points (a) to (f);
- (c) for SLI batteries, the amount of cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel recovered from waste and present in active materials in the battery, calculated in accordance with Article 8.
This information shall be complete, up-to-date and accurate.
Ab dem 18. Februar 2027 sind alle Batterien mit einem QR-Code gemäß Anhang VI Teil C zu kennzeichnen. Der QR-Code muss Zugang zu Folgendem gewähren:
- (a) bei Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel, Industriebatterien mit einer Kapazität von mehr als 2 kWh und Batterien für Elektrofahrzeuge zum Batteriepass gemäß Artikel 77;
- (b) bei anderen Batterien zu den einschlägigen Informationen gemäß den Absätzen 1 bis 5 dieses Artikels, der Konformitätserklärung gemäß Artikel 18, dem Bericht gemäß Artikel 52 Absatz 3 und den Informationen über die Vermeidung und Bewirtschaftung von Altbatterien gemäß Artikel 74 Absatz 1 Buchstaben a bis f;
- (c) bei Starterbatterien zur Menge des aus Abfällen zurückgewonnenen und in den Aktivmaterialien der Batterie vorhandenen Kobalts, Bleis, Lithiums oder Nickels, berechnet gemäß Artikel 8.
Diese Informationen müssen vollständig, aktuell und richtig sein.
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The labels and the QR code referred to in paragraphs 1 to 6 shall be printed or engraved visibly, legibly and indelibly on the battery. Where this is not possible or not warranted on account of the nature and size of the battery, the labels and the QR code shall be affixed to the packaging and to the documents accompanying the battery.
The labels and the QR code referred to in paragraphs 1 to 6 shall be printed or engraved visibly, legibly and indelibly on the battery. Where this is not possible or not warranted on account of the nature and size of the battery, the labels and the QR code shall be affixed to the packaging and to the documents accompanying the battery.
Die in den Absätzen 1 bis 6 genannten Etiketten und der QR-Code sind sichtbar, lesbar und dauerhaft auf die Batterie aufzudrucken oder einzugravieren. Ist dies aufgrund der Beschaffenheit und Größe der Batterie nicht möglich oder nicht gerechtfertigt, sind die Etiketten und der QR-Code auf der Verpackung und den der Batterie beiliegenden Unterlagen anzubringen.
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The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend this Regulation to provide for alternative types of smart labels for use instead of or in addition to the QR code, in view of technical and scientific progress.
The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend this Regulation to provide for alternative types of smart labels for use instead of or in addition to the QR code, in view of technical and scientific progress.
Der Kommission wird die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zur Änderung dieser Verordnung zu erlassen, um im Hinblick auf den technischen und wissenschaftlichen Fortschritt alternative Arten intelligenter Etiketten vorzusehen, die anstelle des QR-Codes oder zusätzlich zu diesem verwendet werden können.
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Batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing shall bear new labels or shall be marked with markings in accordance with this Article, and containing information on their change of status in accordance with point 4 of Annex XIII, which shall be accessible through the QR code.
Batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing shall bear new labels or shall be marked with markings in accordance with this Article, and containing information on their change of status in accordance with point 4 of Annex XIII, which shall be accessible through the QR code.
Batterien, die einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, einer Umnutzung oder einer Wiederaufarbeitung unterzogen wurden, müssen neue Etiketten tragen oder gemäß diesem Artikel gekennzeichnet sein und Informationen über ihre Statusänderung gemäß Anhang XIII Nummer 4 enthalten, die über den QR-Code zugänglich sein müssen.
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The Commission shall, by 18 August 2025, adopt implementing acts to establish harmonised specifications for the labelling requirements referred to in paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 of this Article. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
The Commission shall, by 18 August 2025, adopt implementing acts to establish harmonised specifications for the labelling requirements referred to in paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 of this Article. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Die Kommission erlässt bis zum 18. August 2025 Durchführungsrechtsakte zur Festlegung harmonisierter Spezifikationen für die in den Absätzen 1, 2 und 3 dieses Artikels genannten Kennzeichnungsanforderungen. Diese Durchführungsrechtsakte werden gemäß dem Prüfverfahren nach Artikel 90 Absatz 3 erlassen.
Article 14 — Information on the state of health and expected lifetime of batteries Article 14 — Information on the state of health and expected lifetime of batteries Article 14 — Informationen über den Gesundheitszustand und die erwartete Lebensdauer von Batterien
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From 18 August 2024, up-to-date data for the parameters for determining the state of health and expected lifetime of batteries as set out in Annex VII shall be contained in the battery management system of stationary battery energy storage systems, LMT batteries and electric vehicle batteries.
From 18 August 2024, up-to-date data for the parameters for determining the state of health and expected lifetime of batteries as set out in Annex VII shall be contained in the battery management system of stationary battery energy storage systems, LMT batteries and electric vehicle batteries.
Ab dem 18. August 2024 müssen aktuelle Daten zu den in Anhang VII festgelegten Parametern zur Bestimmung des Gesundheitszustands und der erwarteten Lebensdauer von Batterien im Batteriemanagementsystem stationärer Batteriespeichersysteme, von Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel und von Batterien für Elektrofahrzeuge enthalten sein.
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Read-only access to the data for the parameters set out in Annex VII through the battery management system referred to in paragraph 1 shall be provided, respecting the intellectual property rights of the battery manufacturer, on a non-discriminatory basis to the natural or legal person who has legally purchased the battery, including independent operators or waste management operators, or any third party acting on their behalf at any time, for the purpose of:
- (a) making the battery available to independent aggregators or market participants through energy storage;
- (b) evaluating the residual value or remaining lifetime of the battery and capability for further use, based on the estimation of the state of health of the battery;
- (c) facilitating the preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing of the battery.
Read-only access to the data for the parameters set out in Annex VII through the battery management system referred to in paragraph 1 shall be provided, respecting the intellectual property rights of the battery manufacturer, on a non-discriminatory basis to the natural or legal person who has legally purchased the battery, including independent operators or waste management operators, or any third party acting on their behalf at any time, for the purpose of:
- (a) making the battery available to independent aggregators or market participants through energy storage;
- (b) evaluating the residual value or remaining lifetime of the battery and capability for further use, based on the estimation of the state of health of the battery;
- (c) facilitating the preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing of the battery.
Der natürlichen oder juristischen Person, die die Batterie rechtmäßig erworben hat, einschließlich unabhängiger Betreiber oder Abfallbewirtschafter, oder einem in ihrem Namen handelnden Dritten ist jederzeit über das in Absatz 1 genannte Batteriemanagementsystem diskriminierungsfrei ein Nur-Lese-Zugriff auf die Daten zu den in Anhang VII festgelegten Parametern zu gewähren, wobei die Rechte des geistigen Eigentums des Batterieherstellers zu achten sind, und zwar zum Zweck:
- (a) der Bereitstellung der Batterie für unabhängige Aggregatoren oder Marktteilnehmer durch Energiespeicherung;
- (b) der Bewertung des Restwerts oder der verbleibenden Lebensdauer der Batterie und ihrer Fähigkeit zur weiteren Nutzung auf der Grundlage der Schätzung des Gesundheitszustands der Batterie;
- (c) der Erleichterung der Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, der Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, der Umnutzung oder der Wiederaufarbeitung der Batterie.
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The battery management system shall include a software reset function, in case economic operators carrying out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing need to upload different battery management system software. If the software reset function is used, the original battery manufacturer shall not be held liable for any breach of the safety or functionality of the battery that could be attributed to battery management system software uploaded after that battery was placed on the market.
The battery management system shall include a software reset function, in case economic operators carrying out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing need to upload different battery management system software. If the software reset function is used, the original battery manufacturer shall not be held liable for any breach of the safety or functionality of the battery that could be attributed to battery management system software uploaded after that battery was placed on the market.
Das Batteriemanagementsystem muss eine Software-Zurücksetzfunktion umfassen, falls Wirtschaftsakteure, die eine Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, eine Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, eine Umnutzung oder eine Wiederaufarbeitung durchführen, eine andere Batteriemanagementsystem-Software hochladen müssen. Wird die Software-Zurücksetzfunktion verwendet, haftet der ursprüngliche Batteriehersteller nicht für eine Verletzung der Sicherheit oder Funktionalität der Batterie, die der nach dem Inverkehrbringen der Batterie hochgeladenen Batteriemanagementsystem-Software zugerechnet werden könnte.
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The Commission is empowered to adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to amend the parameters for determining the state of health and expected lifetime of batteries set out in Annex VII in view of market developments and technical and scientific progress and to ensure synergies with parameters set in UN Global Technical Regulation No 22 on in-vehicle battery durability for electrified vehicles, with due regard to the intellectual property rights of the battery manufacturer.
The Commission is empowered to adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to amend the parameters for determining the state of health and expected lifetime of batteries set out in Annex VII in view of market developments and technical and scientific progress and to ensure synergies with parameters set in UN Global Technical Regulation No 22 on in-vehicle battery durability for electrified vehicles, with due regard to the intellectual property rights of the battery manufacturer.
Der Kommission wird die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 einen delegierten Rechtsakt zu erlassen, um die in Anhang VII festgelegten Parameter zur Bestimmung des Gesundheitszustands und der erwarteten Lebensdauer von Batterien im Hinblick auf Marktentwicklungen sowie den technischen und wissenschaftlichen Fortschritt zu ändern und Synergien mit den Parametern der Globalen technischen Regelung Nr. 22 der VN über die Haltbarkeit von Fahrzeugbatterien für elektrifizierte Fahrzeuge sicherzustellen, wobei die Rechte des geistigen Eigentums des Batterieherstellers gebührend zu berücksichtigen sind.
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The provisions of this Article shall apply in addition to those laid down in Union law on type approval of vehicles.
The provisions of this Article shall apply in addition to those laid down in Union law on type approval of vehicles.
Die Bestimmungen dieses Artikels gelten zusätzlich zu den im Unionsrecht über die Typgenehmigung von Fahrzeugen festgelegten Bestimmungen.
CHAPTER IV — Conformity of batteries CHAPTER IV — Conformity of batteries CHAPTER IV — Konformität von Batterien
Article 15 — Presumption of conformity of batteries Article 15 — Presumption of conformity of batteries Article 15 — Konformitätsvermutung für Batterien
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For the purposes of compliance and verification of compliance of batteries with the requirements laid down in Articles 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 78, tests, measurements and calculations shall be made using reliable, accurate and reproducible methods which take into account the generally recognised state-of-the-art methods, and the results of which are deemed to be of low uncertainty, including methods set out in standards for which references have been published for those purposes in the Official Journal of the European Union.
For the purposes of compliance and verification of compliance of batteries with the requirements laid down in Articles 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 78, tests, measurements and calculations shall be made using reliable, accurate and reproducible methods which take into account the generally recognised state-of-the-art methods, and the results of which are deemed to be of low uncertainty, including methods set out in standards for which references have been published for those purposes in the Official Journal of the European Union.
Für die Zwecke der Einhaltung und Überprüfung der Einhaltung der in den Artikeln 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 und 78 festgelegten Anforderungen an Batterien sind Prüfungen, Messungen und Berechnungen anhand zuverlässiger, genauer und reproduzierbarer Methoden durchzuführen, die dem allgemein anerkannten Stand der Technik Rechnung tragen und deren Ergebnisse als wenig unsicher gelten; hierzu gehören auch Methoden, die in Normen festgelegt sind, deren Fundstellen zu diesen Zwecken im Amtsblatt der Europäischen Union veröffentlicht wurden.
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Harmonised standards shall aim to simulate real-life usage as far as possible while maintaining standard tests.
Harmonised standards shall aim to simulate real-life usage as far as possible while maintaining standard tests.
Harmonisierte Normen zielen darauf ab, die Nutzung unter realen Bedingungen so weit wie möglich zu simulieren und gleichzeitig genormte Prüfungen beizubehalten.
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Batteries which are in conformity with harmonised standards, or parts thereof, for which references have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union shall be presumed to be in conformity with the requirements laid down in Articles 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 78 to the extent that those requirements are covered by such harmonised standards or parts thereof, and, if applicable, to the extent that the minimum values established for those requirements pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 are attained.
Batteries which are in conformity with harmonised standards, or parts thereof, for which references have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union shall be presumed to be in conformity with the requirements laid down in Articles 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 78 to the extent that those requirements are covered by such harmonised standards or parts thereof, and, if applicable, to the extent that the minimum values established for those requirements pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 are attained.
Bei Batterien, die harmonisierten Normen oder Teilen davon entsprechen, deren Fundstellen im Amtsblatt der Europäischen Union veröffentlicht wurden, wird davon ausgegangen, dass sie den Anforderungen der Artikel 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 und 78 entsprechen, soweit diese Anforderungen durch solche harmonisierten Normen oder Teile davon abgedeckt sind und gegebenenfalls soweit die gemäß den Artikeln 9 und 10 für diese Anforderungen festgelegten Mindestwerte erreicht werden.
Article 16 — Common specifications Article 16 — Common specifications Article 16 — Gemeinsame Spezifikationen
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In exceptional cases, the Commission may adopt implementing acts laying down common specifications for the requirements laid down in Articles 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 78 or tests referred to in Article 15(1), where:
- (a) those requirements or tests are not covered by harmonised standards, or parts thereof, for which references have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union;
- (b) the Commission has requested one or more European standardisation organisations to draft a harmonised standard for those requirements or tests; and
(c) at least one of the following conditions has been fulfilled:
- (i) the request of the Commission has not been accepted by any of the European standardisation organisations,
- (ii) the Commission observes undue delays in the adoption of the requested harmonised standards, or
- (iii) a European standardisation organisation has delivered a standard that does not entirely correspond to the request of the Commission.
Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).When preparing the draft implementing act establishing the common specifications, the Commission shall take into account the views of relevant bodies or the expert group and shall duly consult all relevant stakeholders.
In exceptional cases, the Commission may adopt implementing acts laying down common specifications for the requirements laid down in Articles 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 78 or tests referred to in Article 15(1), where:
- (a) those requirements or tests are not covered by harmonised standards, or parts thereof, for which references have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union;
- (b) the Commission has requested one or more European standardisation organisations to draft a harmonised standard for those requirements or tests; and
(c) at least one of the following conditions has been fulfilled:
- (i) the request of the Commission has not been accepted by any of the European standardisation organisations,
- (ii) the Commission observes undue delays in the adoption of the requested harmonised standards, or
- (iii) a European standardisation organisation has delivered a standard that does not entirely correspond to the request of the Commission.
Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).When preparing the draft implementing act establishing the common specifications, the Commission shall take into account the views of relevant bodies or the expert group and shall duly consult all relevant stakeholders.
In Ausnahmefällen kann die Kommission Durchführungsrechtsakte erlassen, in denen gemeinsame Spezifikationen für die in den Artikeln 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 und 78 festgelegten Anforderungen oder für die in Artikel 15 Absatz 1 genannten Prüfungen festgelegt werden, wenn:
- a) diese Anforderungen oder Prüfungen nicht durch harmonisierte Normen oder Teile davon abgedeckt sind, deren Fundstellen im Amtsblatt der Europäischen Union veröffentlicht wurden;
- b) die Kommission eine oder mehrere europäische Normungsorganisationen ersucht hat, für diese Anforderungen oder Prüfungen eine harmonisierte Norm auszuarbeiten, und
c) mindestens eine der folgenden Bedingungen erfüllt ist:
- i) das Ersuchen der Kommission wurde von keiner der europäischen Normungsorganisationen angenommen,
- ii) die Kommission stellt unangemessene Verzögerungen bei der Annahme der ersuchten harmonisierten Normen fest oder
- iii) eine europäische Normungsorganisation hat eine Norm vorgelegt, die dem Ersuchen der Kommission nicht vollständig entspricht.
Diese Durchführungsrechtsakte werden gemäß dem Prüfverfahren nach Artikel 90 Absatz 3 erlassen. Bei der Ausarbeitung des Entwurfs des Durchführungsrechtsakts zur Festlegung der gemeinsamen Spezifikationen berücksichtigt die Kommission die Ansichten der einschlägigen Stellen oder der Sachverständigengruppe und konsultiert alle einschlägigen Interessenträger angemessen.
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Batteries which are in conformity with common specifications or parts thereof shall be presumed to be in conformity with the requirements laid down in Articles 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 78 to the extent that those requirements are covered by such common specifications or parts thereof, and, if applicable, to the extent that the minimum values established for those requirements pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 are attained.
Batteries which are in conformity with common specifications or parts thereof shall be presumed to be in conformity with the requirements laid down in Articles 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 78 to the extent that those requirements are covered by such common specifications or parts thereof, and, if applicable, to the extent that the minimum values established for those requirements pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 are attained.
Bei Batterien, die gemeinsamen Spezifikationen oder Teilen davon entsprechen, wird davon ausgegangen, dass sie den Anforderungen der Artikel 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 und 78 entsprechen, soweit diese Anforderungen durch solche gemeinsamen Spezifikationen oder Teile davon abgedeckt sind und gegebenenfalls soweit die gemäß den Artikeln 9 und 10 für diese Anforderungen festgelegten Mindestwerte erreicht werden.
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Where a harmonised standard is adopted by an European standardisation organisation and proposed to the Commission for the purpose of publishing its reference in the Official Journal of the European Union, the Commission shall assess the harmonised standard in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012. When the reference of a harmonised standard is published in the Official Journal of the European Union, the Commission shall repeal the implementing acts referred to in paragraph 1, or parts thereof which cover the same requirements or tests referred to in paragraph 1.
Where a harmonised standard is adopted by an European standardisation organisation and proposed to the Commission for the purpose of publishing its reference in the Official Journal of the European Union, the Commission shall assess the harmonised standard in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012. When the reference of a harmonised standard is published in the Official Journal of the European Union, the Commission shall repeal the implementing acts referred to in paragraph 1, or parts thereof which cover the same requirements or tests referred to in paragraph 1.
Wird eine harmonisierte Norm von einer europäischen Normungsorganisation angenommen und der Kommission zur Veröffentlichung ihrer Fundstelle im Amtsblatt der Europäischen Union vorgeschlagen, bewertet die Kommission die harmonisierte Norm gemäß der Verordnung (EU) Nr. 1025/2012. Sobald die Fundstelle einer harmonisierten Norm im Amtsblatt der Europäischen Union veröffentlicht wurde, hebt die Kommission die in Absatz 1 genannten Durchführungsrechtsakte oder die Teile davon auf, die dieselben in Absatz 1 genannten Anforderungen oder Prüfungen abdecken.
Article 17 — Conformity assessment procedures Article 17 — Conformity assessment procedures Article 17 — Konformitätsbewertungsverfahren
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Conformity assessment of batteries with the requirements laid down in Articles 6, 9, 10, 12, 13 and 14 shall be carried out in accordance with one of the following procedures:
(a) for batteries manufactured in series:
- (i) Module A – Internal production control, set out in Part A of Annex VIII, or
- (ii) Module D1 – Quality assurance of the production process, set out in Part B of Annex VIII;
(b) for batteries not manufactured in series:
- (i) Module A – Internal production control, set out in Part A of Annex VIII, or
- (ii) Module G – Conformity based on unit verification, set out in Part C of Annex VIII.
Conformity assessment of batteries with the requirements laid down in Articles 6, 9, 10, 12, 13 and 14 shall be carried out in accordance with one of the following procedures:
- (a) for batteries manufactured in series:
- (i) Module A – Internal production control, set out in Part A of Annex VIII, or
- (ii) Module D1 – Quality assurance of the production process, set out in Part B of Annex VIII;
- (b) for batteries not manufactured in series:
- (i) Module A – Internal production control, set out in Part A of Annex VIII, or
- (ii) Module G – Conformity based on unit verification, set out in Part C of Annex VIII.
Die Konformitätsbewertung von Batterien hinsichtlich der Anforderungen der Artikel 6, 9, 10, 12, 13 und 14 wird nach einem der folgenden Verfahren durchgeführt:
- a) bei serienmäßig hergestellten Batterien:
- i) Modul A – Interne Fertigungskontrolle gemäß Anhang VIII Teil A oder
- ii) Modul D1 – Qualitätssicherung des Produktionsprozesses gemäß Anhang VIII Teil B;
- b) bei nicht serienmäßig hergestellten Batterien:
- i) Modul A – Interne Fertigungskontrolle gemäß Anhang VIII Teil A oder
- ii) Modul G – Konformität auf der Grundlage einer Einzelprüfung gemäß Anhang VIII Teil C.
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Conformity assessment of batteries with requirements laid down in Articles 7 and 8 shall be carried out in accordance with one of the following procedures:
- (a) Module D1 – Quality assurance of the production process set out in Part B of Annex VIII for batteries manufactured in series; or
- (b) Module G – Conformity based on unit verification set out in Part C of Annex VIII for batteries not manufactured in series.
Conformity assessment of batteries with requirements laid down in Articles 7 and 8 shall be carried out in accordance with one of the following procedures:
- (a) Module D1 – Quality assurance of the production process set out in Part B of Annex VIII for batteries manufactured in series; or
- (b) Module G – Conformity based on unit verification set out in Part C of Annex VIII for batteries not manufactured in series.
Die Konformitätsbewertung von Batterien hinsichtlich der Anforderungen der Artikel 7 und 8 wird nach einem der folgenden Verfahren durchgeführt:
- a) Modul D1 – Qualitätssicherung des Produktionsprozesses gemäß Anhang VIII Teil B bei serienmäßig hergestellten Batterien oder
- b) Modul G – Konformität auf der Grundlage einer Einzelprüfung gemäß Anhang VIII Teil C bei nicht serienmäßig hergestellten Batterien.
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An additional conformity assessment of batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, shall be carried out in accordance with the procedure Module A – Internal production control, set out in Part A of Annex VIII, taking into account the requirements laid down in Articles 6, 9, 10, 12, 13 and 14.
An additional conformity assessment of batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, shall be carried out in accordance with the procedure Module A – Internal production control, set out in Part A of Annex VIII, taking into account the requirements laid down in Articles 6, 9, 10, 12, 13 and 14.
Eine zusätzliche Konformitätsbewertung von Batterien, die einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, einer Umnutzung oder einer Wiederaufarbeitung unterzogen wurden, wird nach dem Verfahren Modul A – Interne Fertigungskontrolle gemäß Anhang VIII Teil A unter Berücksichtigung der Anforderungen der Artikel 6, 9, 10, 12, 13 und 14 durchgeführt.
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Records and correspondence relating to the conformity assessment procedures of batteries shall be drawn up in the official language or languages of the Member State where the notified body carrying out the conformity assessment procedures is established, or in one or more languages accepted by that body.
Records and correspondence relating to the conformity assessment procedures of batteries shall be drawn up in the official language or languages of the Member State where the notified body carrying out the conformity assessment procedures is established, or in one or more languages accepted by that body.
Aufzeichnungen und Schriftverkehr im Zusammenhang mit den Konformitätsbewertungsverfahren für Batterien werden in der Amtssprache oder den Amtssprachen des Mitgliedstaats, in dem die das Konformitätsbewertungsverfahren durchführende notifizierte Stelle niedergelassen ist, oder in einer oder mehreren von dieser Stelle akzeptierten Sprachen erstellt.
Article 18 — EU declaration of conformity Article 18 — EU declaration of conformity Article 18 — EU-Konformitätserklärung
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The EU declaration of conformity shall state that the compliance with the requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 has been demonstrated.
The EU declaration of conformity shall state that the compliance with the requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 has been demonstrated.
In der EU-Konformitätserklärung wird angegeben, dass die Einhaltung der Anforderungen der Artikel 6 bis 10 sowie der Artikel 12, 13 und 14 nachgewiesen wurde.
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The EU declaration of conformity shall have the model structure set out in Annex IX, shall contain the elements specified in the relevant modules set out in Annex VIII, and shall be kept up to date. It shall be translated into the language or languages required by the Member State in which the battery is placed or made available on the market or put into service. It shall be drawn up in electronic format and, where requested, it shall be provided in paper format.
The EU declaration of conformity shall have the model structure set out in Annex IX, shall contain the elements specified in the relevant modules set out in Annex VIII, and shall be kept up to date. It shall be translated into the language or languages required by the Member State in which the battery is placed or made available on the market or put into service. It shall be drawn up in electronic format and, where requested, it shall be provided in paper format.
Die EU-Konformitätserklärung entspricht dem in Anhang IX festgelegten Musteraufbau, enthält die in den einschlägigen Modulen des Anhangs VIII angegebenen Elemente und wird auf dem neuesten Stand gehalten. Sie wird in die Sprache oder Sprachen übersetzt, die der Mitgliedstaat vorschreibt, in dem die Batterie in Verkehr gebracht oder auf dem Markt bereitgestellt oder in Betrieb genommen wird. Sie wird in elektronischer Form erstellt und auf Verlangen in Papierform bereitgestellt.
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Where a battery is subject to more than one Union act requiring an EU declaration of conformity, a single EU declaration of conformity shall be drawn up in respect of all such Union acts. That declaration shall state the Union acts concerned and their publication references.
Where a battery is subject to more than one Union act requiring an EU declaration of conformity, a single EU declaration of conformity shall be drawn up in respect of all such Union acts. That declaration shall state the Union acts concerned and their publication references.
Unterliegt eine Batterie mehreren Rechtsakten der Union, nach denen eine EU-Konformitätserklärung vorgeschrieben ist, wird für alle diese Rechtsakte der Union eine einzige EU-Konformitätserklärung erstellt. In dieser Erklärung werden die betreffenden Rechtsakte der Union und ihre Veröffentlichungsangaben genannt.
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By drawing up the EU declaration of conformity, the manufacturer shall assume responsibility for the compliance of the battery with the requirements laid down in this Regulation.
By drawing up the EU declaration of conformity, the manufacturer shall assume responsibility for the compliance of the battery with the requirements laid down in this Regulation.
Mit der Ausstellung der EU-Konformitätserklärung übernimmt der Hersteller die Verantwortung für die Konformität der Batterie mit den Anforderungen dieser Verordnung.
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Without prejudice to paragraph 3, a single EU declaration of conformity may be made up of one or more individual EU declarations of conformity already drawn up in compliance with a different Union act or acts, in order to reduce the administrative burden on economic operators.
Without prejudice to paragraph 3, a single EU declaration of conformity may be made up of one or more individual EU declarations of conformity already drawn up in compliance with a different Union act or acts, in order to reduce the administrative burden on economic operators.
Unbeschadet des Absatzes 3 kann eine einzige EU-Konformitätserklärung aus einer oder mehreren bereits gemäß einem oder mehreren anderen Rechtsakten der Union ausgestellten einzelnen EU-Konformitätserklärungen bestehen, um den Verwaltungsaufwand für die Wirtschaftsakteure zu verringern.
Article 19 — General principles of the CE marking Article 19 — General principles of the CE marking Article 19 — Allgemeine Grundsätze der CE-Kennzeichnung
The CE marking shall be subject to the general principles set out in Article 30 of Regulation (EC) No 765/2008.
The CE marking shall be subject to the general principles set out in Article 30 of Regulation (EC) No 765/2008.
Die CE-Kennzeichnung unterliegt den in Artikel 30 der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 765/2008 festgelegten allgemeinen Grundsätzen.
Article 20 — Rules and conditions for affixing the CE marking Article 20 — Rules and conditions for affixing the CE marking Article 20 — Vorschriften und Bedingungen für die Anbringung der CE-Kennzeichnung
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The CE marking shall be affixed visibly, legibly and indelibly to the battery. Where that is not possible or not warranted due to the nature of the battery, it shall be affixed to the packaging and to the documents accompanying the battery.
The CE marking shall be affixed visibly, legibly and indelibly to the battery. Where that is not possible or not warranted due to the nature of the battery, it shall be affixed to the packaging and to the documents accompanying the battery.
Die CE-Kennzeichnung wird sichtbar, leserlich und dauerhaft auf der Batterie angebracht. Ist dies aufgrund der Beschaffenheit der Batterie nicht möglich oder nicht gerechtfertigt, wird sie auf der Verpackung und den der Batterie beigefügten Dokumenten angebracht.
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The CE marking shall be affixed before the battery is placed on the market or put into service.
The CE marking shall be affixed before the battery is placed on the market or put into service.
Die CE-Kennzeichnung wird angebracht, bevor die Batterie in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen wird.
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The CE marking shall be followed by the identification number of the notified body where required under Annex VIII. That identification number shall be affixed by the notified body itself or, under its instructions, by the manufacturer or by its authorised representative.
The CE marking shall be followed by the identification number of the notified body where required under Annex VIII. That identification number shall be affixed by the notified body itself or, under its instructions, by the manufacturer or by its authorised representative.
Der CE-Kennzeichnung folgt, sofern dies nach Anhang VIII erforderlich ist, die Kennnummer der notifizierten Stelle. Diese Kennnummer wird von der notifizierten Stelle selbst oder nach ihren Anweisungen vom Hersteller oder seinem Bevollmächtigten angebracht.
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The CE marking and the identification number referred to in paragraph 3 may be followed, if applicable, by any pictogram or other mark indicating a special risk, use or any danger linked to the use, storage, treatment or transport of the battery.
The CE marking and the identification number referred to in paragraph 3 may be followed, if applicable, by any pictogram or other mark indicating a special risk, use or any danger linked to the use, storage, treatment or transport of the battery.
Der CE-Kennzeichnung und der in Absatz 3 genannten Kennnummer kann gegebenenfalls ein Piktogramm oder ein anderes Zeichen folgen, das auf ein besonderes Risiko, eine besondere Verwendung oder eine mit der Verwendung, Lagerung, Behandlung oder Beförderung der Batterie verbundene Gefahr hinweist.
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Member States shall build upon existing mechanisms to ensure correct application of the regime governing the CE marking and shall take appropriate action in the event of improper use of that marking.
Member States shall build upon existing mechanisms to ensure correct application of the regime governing the CE marking and shall take appropriate action in the event of improper use of that marking.
Die Mitgliedstaaten stützen sich auf bestehende Mechanismen, um die ordnungsgemäße Anwendung der Regelung für die CE-Kennzeichnung sicherzustellen, und treffen geeignete Maßnahmen im Falle einer missbräuchlichen Verwendung dieser Kennzeichnung.
CHAPTER V — Notification of conformity assessment bodies CHAPTER V — Notification of conformity assessment bodies CHAPTER V — Notifizierung von Konformitätsbewertungsstellen
Article 21 — Notification Article 21 — Notification Article 21 — Notifizierung
Member States shall notify the Commission and the other Member States of the conformity assessment bodies authorised to carry out conformity assessment tasks in accordance with this Regulation.
Member States shall notify the Commission and the other Member States of the conformity assessment bodies authorised to carry out conformity assessment tasks in accordance with this Regulation.
Die Mitgliedstaaten notifizieren der Kommission und den anderen Mitgliedstaaten die Konformitätsbewertungsstellen, die zur Durchführung von Konformitätsbewertungsaufgaben gemäß dieser Verordnung befugt sind.
Article 22 — Notifying authorities Article 22 — Notifying authorities Article 22 — Notifizierende Behörden
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Member States shall designate a notifying authority that shall be responsible for setting up and carrying out the necessary procedures for the assessment and notification of conformity assessment bodies and the monitoring of notified bodies, including compliance with Article 27.
Member States shall designate a notifying authority that shall be responsible for setting up and carrying out the necessary procedures for the assessment and notification of conformity assessment bodies and the monitoring of notified bodies, including compliance with Article 27.
Die Mitgliedstaaten benennen eine notifizierende Behörde, die für die Einrichtung und Durchführung der erforderlichen Verfahren für die Bewertung und Notifizierung von Konformitätsbewertungsstellen sowie für die Überwachung notifizierter Stellen, einschließlich der Einhaltung von Artikel 27, verantwortlich ist.
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Member States may decide that the assessment and monitoring referred to in paragraph 1 shall be carried out by a national accreditation body as defined in Regulation (EC) No 765/2008 and in accordance with the provisions of that Regulation.
Member States may decide that the assessment and monitoring referred to in paragraph 1 shall be carried out by a national accreditation body as defined in Regulation (EC) No 765/2008 and in accordance with the provisions of that Regulation.
Die Mitgliedstaaten können beschließen, dass die in Absatz 1 genannte Bewertung und Überwachung von einer nationalen Akkreditierungsstelle im Sinne der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 765/2008 und gemäß den Bestimmungen jener Verordnung durchgeführt wird.
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Where the notifying authority delegates or otherwise entrusts the assessment, notification or monitoring referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article to a body, which is not a governmental entity, that body shall be a legal entity, comply mutatis mutandis with the requirements laid down in Article 23 and have arrangements to cover liabilities arising from its activities.
Where the notifying authority delegates or otherwise entrusts the assessment, notification or monitoring referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article to a body, which is not a governmental entity, that body shall be a legal entity, comply mutatis mutandis with the requirements laid down in Article 23 and have arrangements to cover liabilities arising from its activities.
Überträgt die notifizierende Behörde die in Absatz 1 dieses Artikels genannte Bewertung, Notifizierung oder Überwachung einer Stelle, die keine staatliche Einrichtung ist, oder betraut sie eine solche Stelle damit, so muss diese Stelle eine juristische Person sein, sinngemäß die Anforderungen des Artikels 23 erfüllen und Vorkehrungen zur Deckung der aus ihren Tätigkeiten entstehenden Haftung treffen.
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The notifying authority shall take full responsibility for the tasks performed by the body referred to in paragraph 3.
The notifying authority shall take full responsibility for the tasks performed by the body referred to in paragraph 3.
Die notifizierende Behörde übernimmt die volle Verantwortung für die von der in Absatz 3 genannten Stelle ausgeführten Aufgaben.
Article 23 — Requirements relating to notifying authorities Article 23 — Requirements relating to notifying authorities Article 23 — Anforderungen an notifizierende Behörden
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A notifying authority shall be established in such a way that no conflict of interest with conformity assessment bodies occurs.
A notifying authority shall be established in such a way that no conflict of interest with conformity assessment bodies occurs.
Eine notifizierende Behörde wird so eingerichtet, dass keine Interessenkonflikte mit Konformitätsbewertungsstellen auftreten.
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A notifying authority shall be organised and operated in such a way that the objectivity and impartiality of its activities are safeguarded.
A notifying authority shall be organised and operated in such a way that the objectivity and impartiality of its activities are safeguarded.
Eine notifizierende Behörde wird so organisiert und betrieben, dass die Objektivität und Unparteilichkeit ihrer Tätigkeiten gewährleistet sind.
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A notifying authority shall be organised in such a way that each decision relating to notification of a conformity assessment body is taken by competent persons different from those who carried out the assessment of the conformity assessment bodies applying for notification in accordance with Article 28.
A notifying authority shall be organised in such a way that each decision relating to notification of a conformity assessment body is taken by competent persons different from those who carried out the assessment of the conformity assessment bodies applying for notification in accordance with Article 28.
Eine notifizierende Behörde wird so organisiert, dass jede Entscheidung über die Notifizierung einer Konformitätsbewertungsstelle von anderen zuständigen Personen getroffen wird als von denjenigen, die gemäß Artikel 28 die Bewertung der die Notifizierung beantragenden Konformitätsbewertungsstellen durchgeführt haben.
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A notifying authority shall not offer or provide any activities that conformity assessment bodies perform and shall not provide consultancy services on a commercial or competitive basis.
A notifying authority shall not offer or provide any activities that conformity assessment bodies perform and shall not provide consultancy services on a commercial or competitive basis.
Eine notifizierende Behörde darf keine Tätigkeiten anbieten oder erbringen, die von Konformitätsbewertungsstellen ausgeübt werden, und darf keine Beratungsleistungen auf kommerzieller oder wettbewerblicher Grundlage erbringen.
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A notifying authority shall safeguard the confidentiality of the information it obtains. However, it shall exchange information on notified bodies with the Commission as well as with notifying authorities of other Member States and other relevant national authorities.
A notifying authority shall safeguard the confidentiality of the information it obtains. However, it shall exchange information on notified bodies with the Commission as well as with notifying authorities of other Member States and other relevant national authorities.
Eine notifizierende Behörde wahrt die Vertraulichkeit der von ihr erlangten Informationen. Sie tauscht jedoch Informationen über notifizierte Stellen mit der Kommission sowie mit den notifizierenden Behörden anderer Mitgliedstaaten und anderen einschlägigen nationalen Behörden aus.
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A notifying authority shall have a sufficient number of competent personnel and sufficient funding at its disposal for the proper performance of its tasks.
A notifying authority shall have a sufficient number of competent personnel and sufficient funding at its disposal for the proper performance of its tasks.
Eine notifizierende Behörde verfügt über eine ausreichende Zahl kompetenter Mitarbeiter und ausreichende Mittel zur ordnungsgemäßen Erfüllung ihrer Aufgaben.
Article 24 — Information obligation on notifying authorities Article 24 — Information obligation on notifying authorities Article 24 — Informationspflicht der notifizierenden Behörden
Member States shall inform the Commission of their procedures for the assessment and notification of conformity assessment bodies and for the monitoring of notified bodies, and of any changes thereto.The Commission shall make that information publicly available.
Member States shall inform the Commission of their procedures for the assessment and notification of conformity assessment bodies and for the monitoring of notified bodies, and of any changes thereto.The Commission shall make that information publicly available.
Die Mitgliedstaaten unterrichten die Kommission über ihre Verfahren zur Bewertung und Notifizierung von Konformitätsbewertungsstellen sowie zur Überwachung notifizierter Stellen und über diesbezügliche Änderungen. Die Kommission macht diese Informationen öffentlich zugänglich.
Article 25 — Requirements relating to notified bodies Article 25 — Requirements relating to notified bodies Article 25 — Anforderungen an notifizierte Stellen
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For the purposes of notification, a conformity assessment body shall meet the requirements laid down in paragraphs 2 to 11.
For the purposes of notification, a conformity assessment body shall meet the requirements laid down in paragraphs 2 to 11.
Für die Zwecke der Notifizierung muss eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle die in den Absätzen 2 bis 11 festgelegten Anforderungen erfüllen.
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A conformity assessment body shall be established under the national law of a Member State and shall have legal personality.
A conformity assessment body shall be established under the national law of a Member State and shall have legal personality.
Eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle wird nach dem nationalen Recht eines Mitgliedstaats gegründet und besitzt Rechtspersönlichkeit.
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A conformity assessment body shall be a third-party body independent from business and as regards the batteries it assesses, in particular from battery manufacturers, the battery manufacturers’ trade partners, shareholding investors on the battery manufacturers’ plants and from other notified bodies and the notified bodies’ business associations, parent companies or subsidiaries.
A conformity assessment body shall be a third-party body independent from business and as regards the batteries it assesses, in particular from battery manufacturers, the battery manufacturers’ trade partners, shareholding investors on the battery manufacturers’ plants and from other notified bodies and the notified bodies’ business associations, parent companies or subsidiaries.
Eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle ist eine unabhängige Drittstelle, die von Unternehmen unabhängig ist und in Bezug auf die von ihr bewerteten Batterien insbesondere von Batterieherstellern, Geschäftspartnern der Batteriehersteller, Anteilseignern an den Anlagen der Batteriehersteller sowie anderen notifizierten Stellen und den Wirtschaftsverbänden, Mutterunternehmen oder Tochterunternehmen der notifizierten Stellen unabhängig ist.
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A conformity assessment body, its top level management and the personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessment tasks shall not be the designer, manufacturer, supplier, importer, distributor, installer, purchaser, owner, user or maintainer of the batteries which they assess, nor the representative of any of those parties. That prohibition shall not preclude the use of assessed batteries that are necessary for the operations of the conformity assessment body or the use of such batteries for personal purposes.A conformity assessment body, its top level management and the personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessment tasks shall not be directly involved in the design, manufacture, marketing, importation, distribution, installation, use or maintenance of those batteries, or represent the parties engaged in those activities. They shall not engage in any activity that could conflict with their independence of judgement or their integrity in relation to conformity assessment activities for which they are notified. This shall in particular apply to consultancy services.A conformity assessment body shall ensure that the activities of its parent or sister companies, subsidiaries or subcontractors do not affect the confidentiality, objectivity or impartiality of its conformity assessment activities.
A conformity assessment body, its top level management and the personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessment tasks shall not be the designer, manufacturer, supplier, importer, distributor, installer, purchaser, owner, user or maintainer of the batteries which they assess, nor the representative of any of those parties. That prohibition shall not preclude the use of assessed batteries that are necessary for the operations of the conformity assessment body or the use of such batteries for personal purposes.A conformity assessment body, its top level management and the personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessment tasks shall not be directly involved in the design, manufacture, marketing, importation, distribution, installation, use or maintenance of those batteries, or represent the parties engaged in those activities. They shall not engage in any activity that could conflict with their independence of judgement or their integrity in relation to conformity assessment activities for which they are notified. This shall in particular apply to consultancy services.A conformity assessment body shall ensure that the activities of its parent or sister companies, subsidiaries or subcontractors do not affect the confidentiality, objectivity or impartiality of its conformity assessment activities.
Eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle, ihre oberste Leitung und das für die Durchführung der Konformitätsbewertungsaufgaben verantwortliche Personal dürfen weder Konstrukteur, Hersteller, Lieferant, Einführer, Händler, Installateur, Käufer, Eigentümer, Verwender oder Wartungsdienstleister der von ihnen bewerteten Batterien noch Vertreter einer dieser Parteien sein. Dieses Verbot schließt die Verwendung bewerteter Batterien, die für die Tätigkeiten der Konformitätsbewertungsstelle erforderlich sind, oder die Verwendung solcher Batterien zu persönlichen Zwecken nicht aus. Eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle, ihre oberste Leitung und das für die Durchführung der Konformitätsbewertungsaufgaben verantwortliche Personal dürfen nicht unmittelbar an der Konstruktion, Herstellung, Vermarktung, Einfuhr, Verteilung, Installation, Verwendung oder Wartung dieser Batterien beteiligt sein oder die an diesen Tätigkeiten beteiligten Parteien vertreten. Sie dürfen keine Tätigkeit ausüben, die ihre Unabhängigkeit der Beurteilung oder ihre Integrität im Zusammenhang mit den Konformitätsbewertungstätigkeiten, für die sie notifiziert sind, beeinträchtigen könnte. Dies gilt insbesondere für Beratungsleistungen. Eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle stellt sicher, dass die Tätigkeiten ihrer Mutter- oder Schwesterunternehmen, Tochterunternehmen oder Unterauftragnehmer die Vertraulichkeit, Objektivität oder Unparteilichkeit ihrer Konformitätsbewertungstätigkeiten nicht beeinträchtigen.
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A conformity assessment body and its personnel shall carry out the conformity assessment activities with the highest degree of professional integrity and the requisite technical competence in the specific field and shall be free from all pressures and inducements, particularly financial, which might influence their judgement or the results of their conformity assessment activities, especially as regards persons or groups of persons with an interest in the results of those activities.
A conformity assessment body and its personnel shall carry out the conformity assessment activities with the highest degree of professional integrity and the requisite technical competence in the specific field and shall be free from all pressures and inducements, particularly financial, which might influence their judgement or the results of their conformity assessment activities, especially as regards persons or groups of persons with an interest in the results of those activities.
Eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle und ihr Personal führen die Konformitätsbewertungstätigkeiten mit höchster beruflicher Integrität und der erforderlichen fachlichen Kompetenz auf dem betreffenden Gebiet durch und sind frei von jedem Druck und jeder Einflussnahme, insbesondere finanzieller Art, die ihr Urteil oder die Ergebnisse ihrer Konformitätsbewertungstätigkeiten beeinflussen könnten, vor allem seitens Personen oder Personengruppen, die ein Interesse an den Ergebnissen dieser Tätigkeiten haben.
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A conformity assessment body shall be capable of carrying out all the conformity assessment tasks assigned to it in Annex VIII, periodical audits in accordance with Article 48(2) and third-party verification in accordance with Article 51 in relation to which it has been notified, whether those tasks are carried out by the conformity assessment body itself or on its behalf and under its responsibility.
At all times, and for each conformity assessment procedure set out in Annex VIII, for periodical audits in accordance with Article 48(2) and third-party verification in accordance with Article 51, and for each category of batteries in relation to which it has been notified, a conformity assessment body shall have at its disposal:
- (a) the necessary personnel with technical knowledge and sufficient and appropriate experience to perform the conformity assessment tasks;
- (b) the necessary descriptions of procedures in accordance with which conformity assessment is carried out, ensuring the transparency of those procedures and their ability to be reproduced;
- (c) appropriate policies and procedures to distinguish between activities that it carries out as a notified body and other tasks;
- (d) the necessary procedures for the performance of conformity assessment tasks which take due account of the size of an undertaking, the sector in which it operates, its structure, the degree of complexity of the battery technology in question and the mass or serial nature of the production process.
A conformity assessment body shall have the means necessary to perform the technical and administrative tasks related to its conformity assessment activities in an appropriate manner and shall have access to all necessary information, testing equipment or facilities. This shall include establishment and the supervision of internal procedures, general policies, codes of conduct or other internal rules, the assignment of personnel to specific tasks, and conformity assessment decisions, without delegating them to a subcontractor or a subsidiary.
A conformity assessment body shall be capable of carrying out all the conformity assessment tasks assigned to it in Annex VIII, periodical audits in accordance with Article 48(2) and third-party verification in accordance with Article 51 in relation to which it has been notified, whether those tasks are carried out by the conformity assessment body itself or on its behalf and under its responsibility.
At all times, and for each conformity assessment procedure set out in Annex VIII, for periodical audits in accordance with Article 48(2) and for third-party verification in accordance with Article 51, and for each category of batteries in relation to which it has been notified, a conformity assessment body shall have at its disposal:
- (a) the necessary personnel with technical knowledge and sufficient and appropriate experience to perform the conformity assessment tasks;
- (b) the necessary descriptions of procedures in accordance with which conformity assessment is carried out, ensuring the transparency of those procedures and their ability to be reproduced;
- (c) appropriate policies and procedures to distinguish between activities that it carries out as a notified body and other tasks;
- (d) the necessary procedures for the performance of conformity assessment tasks which take due account of the size of an undertaking, the sector in which it operates, its structure, the degree of complexity of the battery technology in question and the mass or serial nature of the production process.
A conformity assessment body shall have the means necessary to perform the technical and administrative tasks related to its conformity assessment activities in an appropriate manner and shall have access to all necessary information, testing equipment or facilities. This shall include establishment and the supervision of internal procedures, general policies, codes of conduct or other internal rules, the assignment of personnel to specific tasks, and conformity assessment decisions, without delegating them to a subcontractor or a subsidiary.
Eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle muss in der Lage sein, alle ihr in Anhang VIII übertragenen Konformitätsbewertungsaufgaben, regelmäßigen Audits gemäß Artikel 48 Absatz 2 und Drittstellenprüfungen gemäß Artikel 51, für die sie notifiziert wurde, durchzuführen, unabhängig davon, ob diese Aufgaben von der Konformitätsbewertungsstelle selbst oder in ihrem Namen und unter ihrer Verantwortung ausgeführt werden.
Eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle verfügt jederzeit für jedes in Anhang VIII festgelegte Konformitätsbewertungsverfahren, für regelmäßige Audits gemäß Artikel 48 Absatz 2 und für Drittstellenprüfungen gemäß Artikel 51 sowie für jede Kategorie von Batterien, für die sie notifiziert wurde, über:
- a) das erforderliche Personal mit technischen Kenntnissen und ausreichender und geeigneter Erfahrung zur Durchführung der Konformitätsbewertungsaufgaben;
- b) die erforderlichen Beschreibungen der Verfahren, nach denen die Konformitätsbewertung durchgeführt wird, wobei die Transparenz und Reproduzierbarkeit dieser Verfahren gewährleistet wird;
- c) geeignete Strategien und Verfahren zur Unterscheidung zwischen den Tätigkeiten, die sie als notifizierte Stelle ausübt, und anderen Aufgaben;
- d) die erforderlichen Verfahren für die Durchführung von Konformitätsbewertungsaufgaben, die der Größe eines Unternehmens, dem Wirtschaftszweig, in dem es tätig ist, seiner Struktur, dem Grad der Komplexität der betreffenden Batterietechnologie sowie dem Massen- oder Seriencharakter des Produktionsprozesses gebührend Rechnung tragen.
Eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle verfügt über die erforderlichen Mittel, um die mit ihren Konformitätsbewertungstätigkeiten verbundenen technischen und administrativen Aufgaben ordnungsgemäß auszuführen, und hat Zugang zu allen erforderlichen Informationen, Prüfgeräten oder Einrichtungen. Dazu gehören die Einrichtung und Überwachung interner Verfahren, allgemeiner Strategien, Verhaltenskodizes oder sonstiger interner Vorschriften, die Zuweisung von Personal zu bestimmten Aufgaben sowie Konformitätsbewertungsentscheidungen, ohne diese an einen Unterauftragnehmer oder ein Tochterunternehmen zu delegieren.
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The personnel responsible for carrying out conformity assessment tasks shall have the following:
- (a) sound technical and vocational training covering all the conformity assessment activities in relation to which the conformity assessment body has been notified;
- (b) satisfactory knowledge of the requirements of the assessments they carry out and adequate authority to carry out those assessments;
- (c) appropriate knowledge and understanding of the requirements and obligations laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 and in Articles 48 to 52, of the applicable harmonised standards referred to in Article 15 and common specifications referred to in Article 16 and of the relevant provisions of Union harmonisation legislation and of national law;
- (d) the ability to draw up certificates, records and reports demonstrating that conformity assessments have been carried out.
The personnel responsible for carrying out conformity assessment tasks shall have the following:
- (a) sound technical and vocational training covering all the conformity assessment activities in relation to which the conformity assessment body has been notified;
- (b) satisfactory knowledge of the requirements of the assessments they carry out and adequate authority to carry out those assessments;
- (c) appropriate knowledge and understanding of the requirements and obligations laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 and in Articles 48 to 52, of the applicable harmonised standards referred to in Article 15 and common specifications referred to in Article 16 and of the relevant provisions of Union harmonisation legislation and of national law;
- (d) the ability to draw up certificates, records and reports demonstrating that conformity assessments have been carried out.
Das für die Durchführung von Konformitätsbewertungsaufgaben verantwortliche Personal muss über Folgendes verfügen:
- a) eine solide technische und berufliche Ausbildung, die alle Konformitätsbewertungstätigkeiten abdeckt, für die die Konformitätsbewertungsstelle notifiziert wurde;
- b) ausreichende Kenntnis der Anforderungen an die von ihm durchgeführten Bewertungen und die entsprechende Befugnis zur Durchführung dieser Bewertungen;
- c) angemessene Kenntnisse und ein angemessenes Verständnis der in den Artikeln 6 bis 10 sowie 12, 13 und 14 und in den Artikeln 48 bis 52 festgelegten Anforderungen und Pflichten, der in Artikel 15 genannten anwendbaren harmonisierten Normen und der in Artikel 16 genannten gemeinsamen Spezifikationen sowie der einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Harmonisierungsrechtsvorschriften der Union und des nationalen Rechts;
- d) die Fähigkeit, Bescheinigungen, Aufzeichnungen und Berichte zu erstellen, aus denen hervorgeht, dass Konformitätsbewertungen durchgeführt wurden.
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The impartiality of a conformity assessment body, its top level management and the personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessment tasks shall be guaranteed.The remuneration of the top-level management and the personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessments tasks shall not depend on the number of conformity assessments carried out or on the results of those assessments.
The impartiality of a conformity assessment body, its top level management and the personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessment tasks shall be guaranteed.The remuneration of the top-level management and the personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessments tasks shall not depend on the number of conformity assessments carried out or on the results of those assessments.
Die Unparteilichkeit einer Konformitätsbewertungsstelle, ihrer obersten Leitung und des für die Durchführung der Konformitätsbewertungsaufgaben verantwortlichen Personals wird gewährleistet. Die Vergütung der obersten Leitung und des für die Durchführung der Konformitätsbewertungsaufgaben verantwortlichen Personals darf weder von der Anzahl der durchgeführten Konformitätsbewertungen noch von deren Ergebnissen abhängen.
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A conformity assessment body shall take out liability insurance unless liability is assumed by the state in accordance with national law in the notifying Member State, or the Member State itself is directly responsible for the conformity assessment.
A conformity assessment body shall take out liability insurance unless liability is assumed by the state in accordance with national law in the notifying Member State, or the Member State itself is directly responsible for the conformity assessment.
Eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle schließt eine Haftpflichtversicherung ab, es sei denn, der Staat übernimmt die Haftung nach dem nationalen Recht des notifizierenden Mitgliedstaats oder der Mitgliedstaat selbst ist unmittelbar für die Konformitätsbewertung verantwortlich.
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The personnel of a conformity assessment body shall observe professional secrecy with regard to all information obtained in carrying out the conformity assessment tasks in accordance with Annex VIII, periodical audits in accordance with Article 48(2), or third-party verification in accordance with Article 51, except in relation to the notifying authority and national authorities of the Member State in which its activities are carried out. Proprietary rights shall be protected.
The personnel of a conformity assessment body shall observe professional secrecy with regard to all information obtained in carrying out the conformity assessment tasks in accordance with Annex VIII, periodical audits in accordance with Article 48(2), or third-party verification in accordance with Article 51, except in relation to the notifying authority and national authorities of the Member State in which its activities are carried out. Proprietary rights shall be protected.
Das Personal einer Konformitätsbewertungsstelle wahrt das Berufsgeheimnis in Bezug auf alle Informationen, die es bei der Durchführung der Konformitätsbewertungsaufgaben gemäß Anhang VIII, der regelmäßigen Audits gemäß Artikel 48 Absatz 2 oder der Drittstellenprüfung gemäß Artikel 51 erlangt, außer gegenüber der notifizierenden Behörde und den nationalen Behörden des Mitgliedstaats, in dem es seine Tätigkeiten ausübt. Eigentumsrechte werden geschützt.
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A conformity assessment body shall participate in, or ensure that its personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessment tasks is informed of, the relevant standardisation activities and the activities of the sectoral coordination group of notified bodies established pursuant to Article 37 and shall apply as general guidance the administrative decisions and documents produced by that group.
A conformity assessment body shall participate in, or ensure that its personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessment tasks is informed of, the relevant standardisation activities and the activities of the sectoral coordination group of notified bodies established pursuant to Article 37 and shall apply as general guidance the administrative decisions and documents produced by that group.
Eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle beteiligt sich an den einschlägigen Normungstätigkeiten und den Tätigkeiten der gemäß Artikel 37 eingesetzten sektoralen Koordinierungsgruppe notifizierter Stellen oder stellt sicher, dass ihr für die Durchführung der Konformitätsbewertungsaufgaben verantwortliches Personal darüber informiert ist, und wendet die von dieser Gruppe erarbeiteten Verwaltungsentscheidungen und Dokumente als allgemeine Leitlinie an.
Article 26 — Presumption of conformity of notified bodies Article 26 — Presumption of conformity of notified bodies Article 26 — Konformitätsvermutung für notifizierte Stellen
Where a conformity assessment body demonstrates its conformity with the criteria laid down in the relevant harmonised standards, or parts thereof, for which references have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union, it shall be presumed to comply with the requirements laid down in Article 25 in so far as the applicable harmonised standards cover those requirements.
Where a conformity assessment body demonstrates its conformity with the criteria laid down in the relevant harmonised standards, or parts thereof, for which references have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union, it shall be presumed to comply with the requirements laid down in Article 25 in so far as the applicable harmonised standards cover those requirements.
Weist eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle ihre Übereinstimmung mit den Kriterien der einschlägigen harmonisierten Normen oder Teilen davon nach, deren Fundstellen im Amtsblatt der Europäischen Union veröffentlicht wurden, wird davon ausgegangen, dass sie die Anforderungen des Artikels 25 erfüllt, soweit die anwendbaren harmonisierten Normen diese Anforderungen abdecken.
Article 27 — Subsidiaries of and subcontracting by notified bodies Article 27 — Subsidiaries of and subcontracting by notified bodies Article 27 — Tochterunternehmen notifizierter Stellen und Vergabe von Unteraufträgen durch notifizierte Stellen
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Where a notified body subcontracts specific tasks related to conformity assessment or has recourse to a subsidiary, it shall ensure that the subcontractor or the subsidiary meets the requirements laid down in Article 25 and shall inform the notifying authority accordingly.
Where a notified body subcontracts specific tasks related to conformity assessment or has recourse to a subsidiary, it shall ensure that the subcontractor or the subsidiary meets the requirements laid down in Article 25 and shall inform the notifying authority accordingly.
Vergibt eine notifizierte Stelle bestimmte mit der Konformitätsbewertung verbundene Aufgaben als Unterauftrag oder zieht sie ein Tochterunternehmen hinzu, so stellt sie sicher, dass der Unterauftragnehmer oder das Tochterunternehmen die Anforderungen des Artikels 25 erfüllt, und unterrichtet die notifizierende Behörde entsprechend.
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A notified body shall take full responsibility for the tasks performed by subcontractors or subsidiaries wherever those are established.
A notified body shall take full responsibility for the tasks performed by subcontractors or subsidiaries wherever those are established.
Eine notifizierte Stelle übernimmt die volle Verantwortung für die von Unterauftragnehmern oder Tochterunternehmen ausgeführten Aufgaben, unabhängig davon, wo diese niedergelassen sind.
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A notified body may subcontract activities or have activities carried out by a subsidiary only with the agreement of the client.
A notified body may subcontract activities or have activities carried out by a subsidiary only with the agreement of the client.
Eine notifizierte Stelle darf Tätigkeiten nur mit Zustimmung des Kunden als Unterauftrag vergeben oder von einem Tochterunternehmen ausführen lassen.
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A notified body shall keep at the disposal of the notifying authority the relevant documents concerning the assessment of the qualifications of the subcontractor or the subsidiary and concerning the work carried out by them under Article 48(2) and Article 51 and under Annex VIII.
A notified body shall keep at the disposal of the notifying authority the relevant documents concerning the assessment of the qualifications of the subcontractor or the subsidiary and concerning the work carried out by them under Article 48(2) and Article 51 and under Annex VIII.
Eine notifizierte Stelle hält der notifizierenden Behörde die einschlägigen Unterlagen über die Bewertung der Qualifikationen des Unterauftragnehmers oder des Tochterunternehmens sowie über die von diesen gemäß Artikel 48 Absatz 2 und Artikel 51 und gemäß Anhang VIII ausgeführten Arbeiten zur Verfügung.
Article 28 — Application for notification Article 28 — Application for notification Article 28 — Antrag auf Notifizierung
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A conformity assessment body shall submit an application for notification to the notifying authority of the Member State in which it is established.
A conformity assessment body shall submit an application for notification to the notifying authority of the Member State in which it is established.
Eine Konformitätsbewertungsstelle reicht bei der notifizierenden Behörde des Mitgliedstaats, in dem sie niedergelassen ist, einen Antrag auf Notifizierung ein.
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The application for notification shall be accompanied by a description of the conformity assessment activities, of the conformity assessment module or modules set out in Annex VIII or the procedures set out in Article 48(2) and Article 51, and of the batteries for which the conformity assessment body claims to be competent, as well as by an accreditation certificate, where applicable, issued by a national accreditation body attesting that the conformity assessment body meets the requirements laid down in Article 25.
The application for notification shall be accompanied by a description of the conformity assessment activities, of the conformity assessment module or modules set out in Annex VIII or the procedures set out in Article 48(2) and Article 51, and of the batteries for which the conformity assessment body claims to be competent, as well as by an accreditation certificate, where applicable, issued by a national accreditation body attesting that the conformity assessment body meets the requirements laid down in Article 25.
Dem Antrag auf Notifizierung werden eine Beschreibung der Konformitätsbewertungstätigkeiten, des oder der in Anhang VIII festgelegten Konformitätsbewertungsmodule oder der in Artikel 48 Absatz 2 und Artikel 51 festgelegten Verfahren sowie der Batterien, für die die Konformitätsbewertungsstelle ihre Zuständigkeit beansprucht, und gegebenenfalls eine von einer nationalen Akkreditierungsstelle ausgestellte Akkreditierungsurkunde beigefügt, mit der bescheinigt wird, dass die Konformitätsbewertungsstelle die Anforderungen des Artikels 25 erfüllt.
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Where the conformity assessment body concerned cannot provide an accreditation certificate as referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article, it shall provide the notifying authority with all the documentary evidence necessary for the verification, recognition and regular monitoring of its compliance with the requirements laid down in Article 25, including appropriate documentation demonstrating that the conformity assessment body is independent within the meaning of Article 25(3).
Where the conformity assessment body concerned cannot provide an accreditation certificate as referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article, it shall provide the notifying authority with all the documentary evidence necessary for the verification, recognition and regular monitoring of its compliance with the requirements laid down in Article 25, including appropriate documentation demonstrating that the conformity assessment body is independent within the meaning of Article 25(3).
Kann die betreffende Konformitätsbewertungsstelle keine Akkreditierungsurkunde gemäß Absatz 2 dieses Artikels vorlegen, so übermittelt sie der notifizierenden Behörde alle für die Überprüfung, Anerkennung und regelmäßige Überwachung ihrer Einhaltung der Anforderungen des Artikels 25 erforderlichen Nachweise, einschließlich geeigneter Unterlagen, aus denen hervorgeht, dass die Konformitätsbewertungsstelle im Sinne des Artikels 25 Absatz 3 unabhängig ist.
Article 29 — Notification procedure Article 29 — Notification procedure Article 29 — Notifizierungsverfahren
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A notifying authority shall only notify conformity assessment bodies which meet the requirements laid down in Article 25.
A notifying authority shall only notify conformity assessment bodies which meet the requirements laid down in Article 25.
Eine notifizierende Behörde notifiziert nur Konformitätsbewertungsstellen, die die Anforderungen des Artikels 25 erfüllen.
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The notifying authority shall send a notification to the Commission and the notifying authorities of the other Member States of each conformity assessment body referred to in paragraph 1 using the electronic notification tool developed and managed by the Commission.
The notifying authority shall send a notification to the Commission and the notifying authorities of the other Member States of each conformity assessment body referred to in paragraph 1 using the electronic notification tool developed and managed by the Commission.
Die notifizierende Behörde übermittelt der Kommission und den notifizierenden Behörden der anderen Mitgliedstaaten für jede in Absatz 1 genannte Konformitätsbewertungsstelle eine Notifizierung unter Verwendung des von der Kommission entwickelten und verwalteten elektronischen Notifizierungsinstruments.
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The notification shall include full details of the conformity assessment activities, the conformity assessment module or modules or the procedures set out in Article 48(2) and Article 51, the categories of batteries concerned and the relevant attestation of competence.
The notification shall include full details of the conformity assessment activities, the conformity assessment module or modules or the procedures set out in Article 48(2) and Article 51, the categories of batteries concerned and the relevant attestation of competence.
Die Notifizierung enthält vollständige Angaben zu den Konformitätsbewertungstätigkeiten, dem oder den Konformitätsbewertungsmodulen oder den in Artikel 48 Absatz 2 und Artikel 51 festgelegten Verfahren, den betreffenden Batteriekategorien und der einschlägigen Kompetenzbescheinigung.
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Where a notification is not based on an accreditation certificate as referred to in Article 28(2), the notifying authority shall provide the Commission and the other Member States with documentary evidence which attests to the conformity assessment body’s competence and the arrangements in place to ensure that that body will be monitored regularly and will continue to meet the requirements laid down in Article 25.
Where a notification is not based on an accreditation certificate as referred to in Article 28(2), the notifying authority shall provide the Commission and the other Member States with documentary evidence which attests to the conformity assessment body’s competence and the arrangements in place to ensure that that body will be monitored regularly and will continue to meet the requirements laid down in Article 25.
Basiert eine Notifizierung nicht auf einer Akkreditierungsurkunde gemäß Artikel 28 Absatz 2, so übermittelt die notifizierende Behörde der Kommission und den anderen Mitgliedstaaten Nachweise, die die Kompetenz der Konformitätsbewertungsstelle und die getroffenen Vorkehrungen bescheinigen, durch die gewährleistet wird, dass diese Stelle regelmäßig überwacht wird und weiterhin die Anforderungen des Artikels 25 erfüllt.
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The conformity assessment body concerned shall perform the activities of a notified body only where no objections are raised by the Commission or the other Member States within two weeks of the notification, where it includes an accreditation certificate referred to in Article 28(2), or within two months of the notification, where it includes documentary evidence referred to in paragraph 4 of this Article. Only such a conformity assessment body shall be considered to be a notified body for the purposes of this Regulation.
The conformity assessment body concerned shall perform the activities of a notified body only where no objections are raised by the Commission or the other Member States within two weeks of the notification, where it includes an accreditation certificate referred to in Article 28(2), or within two months of the notification, where it includes documentary evidence referred to in paragraph 4 of this Article. Only such a conformity assessment body shall be considered to be a notified body for the purposes of this Regulation.
Die betreffende Konformitätsbewertungsstelle führt die Tätigkeiten einer notifizierten Stelle nur aus, wenn die Kommission oder die anderen Mitgliedstaaten innerhalb von zwei Wochen nach der Notifizierung, sofern diese eine Akkreditierungsurkunde gemäß Artikel 28 Absatz 2 enthält, oder innerhalb von zwei Monaten nach der Notifizierung, sofern diese die in Absatz 4 dieses Artikels genannten Nachweise enthält, keine Einwände erheben. Nur eine solche Konformitätsbewertungsstelle gilt für die Zwecke dieser Verordnung als notifizierte Stelle.
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The notifying authority shall inform the Commission and the other Member States of any subsequent changes to the notification referred to in paragraph 2.
The notifying authority shall inform the Commission and the other Member States of any subsequent changes to the notification referred to in paragraph 2.
Die notifizierende Behörde unterrichtet die Kommission und die anderen Mitgliedstaaten über alle späteren Änderungen der in Absatz 2 genannten Notifizierung.
Article 30 — Identification numbers and lists of notified bodies Article 30 — Identification numbers and lists of notified bodies Article 30 — Kennnummern und Verzeichnisse notifizierter Stellen
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The Commission shall assign an identification number to each notified body. It shall assign a single number even where the body is notified under several Union acts.
The Commission shall assign an identification number to each notified body. It shall assign a single number even where the body is notified under several Union acts.
Die Kommission weist jeder notifizierten Stelle eine Kennnummer zu. Sie weist auch dann nur eine einzige Nummer zu, wenn die Stelle nach mehreren Rechtsakten der Union notifiziert ist.
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The Commission shall make publicly available and keep updated a list of bodies notified under this Regulation, including the identification numbers that have been assigned to them and the conformity assessment activities for which they have been notified.
The Commission shall make publicly available and keep updated a list of bodies notified under this Regulation, including the identification numbers that have been assigned to them and the conformity assessment activities for which they have been notified.
Die Kommission macht ein Verzeichnis der nach dieser Verordnung notifizierten Stellen öffentlich zugänglich und hält es auf dem neuesten Stand; das Verzeichnis enthält auch die ihnen zugewiesenen Kennnummern und die Konformitätsbewertungstätigkeiten, für die sie notifiziert wurden.
Article 31 — Changes to notifications Article 31 — Changes to notifications Article 31 — Änderungen der Notifizierungen
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Where a notifying authority has ascertained or has been informed that a notified body no longer meets the requirements laid down in Article 25 or that it is failing to fulfil its obligations, the notifying authority shall restrict, suspend or withdraw the notification, as appropriate, depending on the seriousness of the failure to meet those requirements or fulfil those obligations. It shall immediately inform the Commission and the other Member States accordingly.
Where a notifying authority has ascertained or has been informed that a notified body no longer meets the requirements laid down in Article 25 or that it is failing to fulfil its obligations, the notifying authority shall restrict, suspend or withdraw the notification, as appropriate, depending on the seriousness of the failure to meet those requirements or fulfil those obligations. It shall immediately inform the Commission and the other Member States accordingly.
Hat eine notifizierende Behörde festgestellt oder wurde sie davon unterrichtet, dass eine notifizierte Stelle die Anforderungen des Artikels 25 nicht mehr erfüllt oder ihren Pflichten nicht nachkommt, so schränkt die notifizierende Behörde die Notifizierung ein, setzt sie aus oder zieht sie zurück, je nach Schwere der Nichterfüllung dieser Anforderungen oder Pflichten. Sie unterrichtet die Kommission und die anderen Mitgliedstaaten unverzüglich entsprechend.
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In the event of restriction, suspension or withdrawal of notification pursuant to paragraph 1, or where a notified body has ceased its activity, the notifying authority shall take appropriate steps to ensure that the files of that body are either processed by another notified body or kept available for the responsible notifying and market surveillance authorities at their request.
In the event of restriction, suspension or withdrawal of notification pursuant to paragraph 1, or where a notified body has ceased its activity, the notifying authority shall take appropriate steps to ensure that the files of that body are either processed by another notified body or kept available for the responsible notifying and market surveillance authorities at their request.
Im Falle einer Einschränkung, Aussetzung oder eines Widerrufs der Notifizierung gemäß Absatz 1 oder wenn eine notifizierte Stelle ihre Tätigkeit eingestellt hat, ergreift die notifizierende Behörde geeignete Maßnahmen, um sicherzustellen, dass die Akten dieser Stelle entweder von einer anderen notifizierten Stelle bearbeitet oder den zuständigen notifizierenden Behörden und Marktüberwachungsbehörden auf deren Verlangen zur Verfügung gehalten werden.
Article 32 — Challenge to the competence of notified bodies Article 32 — Challenge to the competence of notified bodies Article 32 — Anfechtung der Kompetenz notifizierter Stellen
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The Commission shall investigate all cases where it has a doubt, or a doubt is brought to its attention, in particular by economic operators and other relevant stakeholders, regarding the competence of a notified body or the continued fulfilment by a notified body of the requirements and responsibilities to which it is subject.
The Commission shall investigate all cases where it has a doubt, or a doubt is brought to its attention, in particular by economic operators and other relevant stakeholders, regarding the competence of a notified body or the continued fulfilment by a notified body of the requirements and responsibilities to which it is subject.
Die Kommission untersucht alle Fälle, in denen sie Zweifel an der Kompetenz einer notifizierten Stelle oder an der fortbestehenden Erfüllung der Anforderungen und Pflichten durch eine notifizierte Stelle hat oder auf solche Zweifel hingewiesen wird, insbesondere durch Wirtschaftsakteure und andere einschlägige Interessenträger.
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The notifying authority shall provide the Commission, on request, with all information relating to the basis for the notification or the maintenance of the competence of the notified body concerned.
The notifying authority shall provide the Commission, on request, with all information relating to the basis for the notification or the maintenance of the competence of the notified body concerned.
Die notifizierende Behörde übermittelt der Kommission auf Verlangen alle Informationen über die Grundlage der Notifizierung oder die Aufrechterhaltung der Kompetenz der betreffenden notifizierten Stelle.
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The Commission shall ensure that all sensitive information obtained in the course of its investigations is treated confidentially.
The Commission shall ensure that all sensitive information obtained in the course of its investigations is treated confidentially.
Die Kommission stellt sicher, dass alle im Rahmen ihrer Untersuchungen erlangten sensiblen Informationen vertraulich behandelt werden.
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Where the Commission ascertains that a notified body does not meet or no longer meets the requirements for its notification, it shall adopt an implementing act requiring the notifying Member State to take the necessary corrective action, including withdrawal of the notification if necessary. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the advisory procedure referred to in Article 74(2).
Where the Commission ascertains that a notified body does not meet or no longer meets the requirements for its notification, it shall adopt an implementing act requiring the notifying Member State to take the necessary corrective action, including withdrawal of the notification if necessary. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the advisory procedure referred to in Article 74(2).
Stellt die Kommission fest, dass eine notifizierte Stelle die Anforderungen für ihre Notifizierung nicht erfüllt oder nicht mehr erfüllt, so erlässt sie einen Durchführungsrechtsakt, in dem sie den notifizierenden Mitgliedstaat auffordert, die erforderlichen Korrekturmaßnahmen zu ergreifen, einschließlich gegebenenfalls des Widerrufs der Notifizierung. Dieser Durchführungsrechtsakt wird gemäß dem Beratungsverfahren nach Artikel 74 Absatz 2 erlassen.
Article 33 — Operational obligations of notified bodies Article 33 — Operational obligations of notified bodies Article 33 — Operative Pflichten notifizierter Stellen
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A notified body shall carry out conformity assessments in accordance with the conformity assessment procedures set out in Article 48(2), Article 51 or Annex VIII, as determined by the scope of the notification made in accordance with Article 29.
A notified body shall carry out conformity assessments in accordance with the conformity assessment procedures set out in Article 48(2), Article 51 or Annex VIII, as determined by the scope of the notification made in accordance with Article 29.
Eine notifizierte Stelle führt Konformitätsbewertungen gemäß den in Artikel 48 Absatz 2, Artikel 51 oder Anhang VIII festgelegten Konformitätsbewertungsverfahren durch, wie sie durch den Umfang der gemäß Artikel 29 vorgenommenen Notifizierung bestimmt werden.
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A notified body shall carry out conformity assessments in a proportionate manner, avoiding the creation of an unnecessary burden for economic operators, and taking due account of the size of an undertaking, the sector in which the undertaking operates, the structure of the undertaking, the degree of complexity of the battery to be assessed and the mass or serial nature of the production process. The notified body shall nevertheless respect the degree of rigour and the level of protection required for the compliance of the battery and of economic operators with this Regulation.
A notified body shall carry out conformity assessments in a proportionate manner, avoiding the creation of an unnecessary burden for economic operators, and taking due account of the size of an undertaking, the sector in which the undertaking operates, the structure of the undertaking, the degree of complexity of the battery to be assessed and the mass or serial nature of the production process. The notified body shall nevertheless respect the degree of rigour and the level of protection required for the compliance of the battery and of economic operators with this Regulation.
Eine notifizierte Stelle führt Konformitätsbewertungen verhältnismäßig durch und vermeidet eine unnötige Belastung der Wirtschaftsakteure; dabei trägt sie der Größe eines Unternehmens, dem Wirtschaftszweig, in dem das Unternehmen tätig ist, seiner Struktur, dem Grad der Komplexität der zu bewertenden Batterie sowie dem Massen- oder Seriencharakter des Produktionsprozesses gebührend Rechnung. Die notifizierte Stelle wahrt jedoch den für die Konformität der Batterie und der Wirtschaftsakteure mit dieser Verordnung erforderlichen Grad an Strenge und das erforderliche Schutzniveau.
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Where a notified body finds that the applicable requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13, 14, 49 and 50, in corresponding harmonised standards referred to in Article 15, common specifications referred to in Article 16 or other technical specifications have not been met, it shall require the manufacturer or other relevant economic operator to take appropriate corrective action in anticipation of a second and final conformity assessment, unless the deficiencies cannot be remedied. Where the deficiencies cannot be remedied, the notified body shall not issue the certificate of conformity or approval decision.
Where a notified body finds that the applicable requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13, 14, 49 and 50, in corresponding harmonised standards referred to in Article 15, common specifications referred to in Article 16 or other technical specifications have not been met, it shall require the manufacturer or other relevant economic operator to take appropriate corrective action in anticipation of a second and final conformity assessment, unless the deficiencies cannot be remedied. Where the deficiencies cannot be remedied, the notified body shall not issue the certificate of conformity or approval decision.
Stellt eine notifizierte Stelle fest, dass die anwendbaren Anforderungen der Artikel 6 bis 10 sowie der Artikel 12, 13, 14, 49 und 50, der entsprechenden in Artikel 15 genannten harmonisierten Normen, der in Artikel 16 genannten gemeinsamen Spezifikationen oder anderer technischer Spezifikationen nicht erfüllt wurden, so verlangt sie vom Hersteller oder einem anderen einschlägigen Wirtschaftsakteur, im Hinblick auf eine zweite und abschließende Konformitätsbewertung geeignete Korrekturmaßnahmen zu ergreifen, es sei denn, die Mängel können nicht behoben werden. Können die Mängel nicht behoben werden, stellt die notifizierte Stelle keine Konformitätsbescheinigung aus und erlässt keine Genehmigungsentscheidung.
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Where, in the course of the monitoring of conformity following the issue of an approval decision, a notified body finds that there is no longer compliance, it shall require the manufacturer or the economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) as applicable, to take appropriate corrective action and shall suspend or withdraw the approval decision, if necessary.
Where, in the course of the monitoring of conformity following the issue of an approval decision, a notified body finds that there is no longer compliance, it shall require the manufacturer or the economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) as applicable, to take appropriate corrective action and shall suspend or withdraw the approval decision, if necessary.
Stellt eine notifizierte Stelle im Rahmen der Überwachung der Konformität nach Erlass einer Genehmigungsentscheidung fest, dass die Konformität nicht mehr gegeben ist, so verlangt sie vom Hersteller oder gegebenenfalls vom in Artikel 48 Absatz 1 genannten Wirtschaftsakteur, geeignete Korrekturmaßnahmen zu ergreifen, und setzt die Genehmigungsentscheidung erforderlichenfalls aus oder widerruft sie.
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Where corrective action as referred to in paragraph 4 is not taken or does not have the required effect, the notified body shall restrict, suspend or withdraw the approval decision, as appropriate.
Where corrective action as referred to in paragraph 4 is not taken or does not have the required effect, the notified body shall restrict, suspend or withdraw the approval decision, as appropriate.
Werden die in Absatz 4 genannten Korrekturmaßnahmen nicht ergriffen oder zeigen sie nicht die erforderliche Wirkung, so schränkt die notifizierte Stelle die Genehmigungsentscheidung ein, setzt sie aus oder widerruft sie, je nach Sachlage.
Article 34 — Appeal against decisions of notified bodies Article 34 — Appeal against decisions of notified bodies Article 34 — Beschwerde gegen Entscheidungen notifizierter Stellen
Member States shall ensure that an appeal procedure against the decisions of notified bodies is available.
Member States shall ensure that an appeal procedure against the decisions of notified bodies is available.
Die Mitgliedstaaten stellen sicher, dass ein Beschwerdeverfahren gegen die Entscheidungen notifizierter Stellen zur Verfügung steht.
Article 35 — Information obligation on notified bodies Article 35 — Information obligation on notified bodies Article 35 — Informationspflicht der notifizierten Stellen
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A notified body shall inform the notifying authority of the following:
- (a) any refusal, restriction, suspension or withdrawal of a certificate of conformity or approval decision;
- (b) any circumstances affecting the scope of, or the conditions for, its notification;
- (c) any request for information which it has received from market surveillance authorities regarding its conformity assessment activities;
- (d) on request, any conformity assessment activities performed within the scope of its notification and any other activity performed, including cross-border activities and subcontracting.
A notified body shall inform the notifying authority of the following:
- (a) any refusal, restriction, suspension or withdrawal of a certificate of conformity or approval decision;
- (b) any circumstances affecting the scope of, or the conditions for, its notification;
- (c) any request for information which it has received from market surveillance authorities regarding its conformity assessment activities;
- (d) on request, any conformity assessment activities performed within the scope of its notification and any other activity performed, including cross-border activities and subcontracting.
Eine notifizierte Stelle unterrichtet die notifizierende Behörde über Folgendes:
- a) jede Verweigerung, Einschränkung, Aussetzung oder jeden Widerruf einer Konformitätsbescheinigung oder Genehmigungsentscheidung;
- b) alle Umstände, die den Umfang oder die Bedingungen ihrer Notifizierung berühren;
- c) jedes Informationsersuchen, das sie von Marktüberwachungsbehörden im Zusammenhang mit ihren Konformitätsbewertungstätigkeiten erhalten hat;
- d) auf Verlangen alle im Rahmen ihrer Notifizierung durchgeführten Konformitätsbewertungstätigkeiten und alle sonstigen durchgeführten Tätigkeiten, einschließlich grenzüberschreitender Tätigkeiten und der Vergabe von Unteraufträgen.
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A notified body shall provide other notified bodies carrying out similar conformity assessment activities covering the same categories of batteries with relevant information on issues relating to:
- (a) negative and, on request, positive conformity assessments; and
- (b) any restriction, suspension or withdrawal of an approval decision.
A notified body shall provide other notified bodies carrying out similar conformity assessment activities covering the same categories of batteries with relevant information on issues relating to:
- (a) negative and, on request, positive conformity assessments; and
- (b) any restriction, suspension or withdrawal of an approval decision.
Eine notifizierte Stelle stellt anderen notifizierten Stellen, die ähnliche Konformitätsbewertungstätigkeiten für dieselben Batteriekategorien durchführen, einschlägige Informationen zu folgenden Punkten zur Verfügung:
- a) negativen und auf Verlangen positiven Konformitätsbewertungen und
- b) jeder Einschränkung, Aussetzung oder jedem Widerruf einer Genehmigungsentscheidung.
Article 36 — Exchange of experience and good practice Article 36 — Exchange of experience and good practice Article 36 — Austausch von Erfahrungen und bewährten Verfahren
The Commission shall provide for the organisation of exchange of experience and good practice between the Member States’ authorities responsible for notification policy.
The Commission shall provide for the organisation of exchange of experience and good practice between the Member States’ authorities responsible for notification policy.
Die Kommission sorgt für die Organisation des Austauschs von Erfahrungen und bewährten Verfahren zwischen den für die Notifizierungspolitik zuständigen Behörden der Mitgliedstaaten.
Article 37 — Coordination of notified bodies Article 37 — Coordination of notified bodies Article 37 — Koordinierung notifizierter Stellen
The Commission shall ensure that appropriate coordination and cooperation between notified bodies are put in place and properly operated in the form of a sectoral coordination group of notified bodies.Notified bodies shall participate in the work of the sectoral coordination group, directly or by means of designated representatives.
The Commission shall ensure that appropriate coordination and cooperation between notified bodies are put in place and properly operated in the form of a sectoral coordination group of notified bodies.Notified bodies shall participate in the work of the sectoral coordination group, directly or by means of designated representatives.
Die Kommission stellt sicher, dass eine angemessene Koordinierung und Zusammenarbeit zwischen den notifizierten Stellen in Form einer sektoralen Koordinierungsgruppe notifizierter Stellen eingerichtet und ordnungsgemäß betrieben wird. Die notifizierten Stellen beteiligen sich direkt oder durch benannte Vertreter an der Arbeit der sektoralen Koordinierungsgruppe.
CHAPTER VI — Obligations of economic operators other than the obligations in Chapters VII and VIII CHAPTER VI — Obligations of economic operators other than the obligations in Chapters VII and VIII CHAPTER VI — Pflichten der Wirtschaftsakteure neben den Pflichten der Kapitel VII und VIII
Article 38 — Obligations of manufacturers Article 38 — Obligations of manufacturers Article 38 — Pflichten der Hersteller
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When placing a battery on the market or putting it into service, including for the manufacturers’ own purposes, manufacturers shall ensure that the battery:
- (a) has been designed and manufactured in accordance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12 and 14, and is accompanied by clear, understandable and readable instructions and safety information in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be placed on the market or put into service; and
- (b) is marked and labelled in accordance with Article 13.
When placing a battery on the market or putting it into service, including for the manufacturers’ own purposes, manufacturers shall ensure that the battery:
- (a) has been designed and manufactured in accordance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12 and 14, and is accompanied by clear, understandable and readable instructions and safety information in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be placed on the market or put into service; and
- (b) is marked and labelled in accordance with Article 13.
Beim Inverkehrbringen oder bei der Inbetriebnahme einer Batterie, auch für eigene Zwecke der Hersteller, stellen die Hersteller sicher, dass die Batterie:
- a) gemäß den Artikeln 6 bis 10 sowie den Artikeln 12 und 14 entworfen und hergestellt wurde und mit klaren, verständlichen und lesbaren Anweisungen und Sicherheitsinformationen in einer Sprache oder mehreren Sprachen versehen ist, die von den Endnutzern leicht verstanden werden können, wie vom Mitgliedstaat bestimmt, in dem die Batterie in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen werden soll, und
- b) gemäß Artikel 13 gekennzeichnet und etikettiert ist.
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Before placing a battery on the market or putting it into service, manufacturers shall draw up the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII and carry out the relevant conformity assessment procedure, referred to in Article 17, or have it carried out.
Before placing a battery on the market or putting it into service, manufacturers shall draw up the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII and carry out the relevant conformity assessment procedure, referred to in Article 17, or have it carried out.
Vor dem Inverkehrbringen oder der Inbetriebnahme einer Batterie erstellen die Hersteller die in Anhang VIII genannten technischen Unterlagen und führen das einschlägige Konformitätsbewertungsverfahren nach Artikel 17 selbst durch oder lassen es durchführen.
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Where compliance of a battery with the applicable requirements has been demonstrated by the relevant conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 17, manufacturers shall draw up an EU declaration of conformity in accordance with Article 18 and affix the CE marking in accordance with Articles 19 and 20.
Where compliance of a battery with the applicable requirements has been demonstrated by the relevant conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 17, manufacturers shall draw up an EU declaration of conformity in accordance with Article 18 and affix the CE marking in accordance with Articles 19 and 20.
Wurde die Übereinstimmung einer Batterie mit den geltenden Anforderungen durch das einschlägige Konformitätsbewertungsverfahren nach Artikel 17 nachgewiesen, stellen die Hersteller eine EU-Konformitätserklärung gemäß Artikel 18 aus und bringen die CE-Kennzeichnung gemäß den Artikeln 19 und 20 an.
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Manufacturers shall keep the technical documentation referred to in Annex IX and the EU declaration of conformity at the disposal of national authorities for 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market or put into service.
Manufacturers shall keep the technical documentation referred to in Annex IX and the EU declaration of conformity at the disposal of national authorities for 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market or put into service.
Die Hersteller halten die in Anhang IX genannten technischen Unterlagen und die EU-Konformitätserklärung zehn Jahre, nachdem die Batterie in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen wurde, für die nationalen Behörden bereit.
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Manufacturers shall ensure that procedures are in place for a battery that is part of a series production to remain in conformity with this Regulation. In doing so, manufacturers shall adequately take into account changes in the production process or in battery design or characteristics and changes in the harmonised standards referred to in Article 15, common specifications referred to in Article 16 or other technical specifications by reference to which the conformity of the battery is declared or by application of which its conformity is verified.
Manufacturers shall ensure that procedures are in place for a battery that is part of a series production to remain in conformity with this Regulation. In doing so, manufacturers shall adequately take into account changes in the production process or in battery design or characteristics and changes in the harmonised standards referred to in Article 15, common specifications referred to in Article 16 or other technical specifications by reference to which the conformity of the battery is declared or by application of which its conformity is verified.
Die Hersteller gewährleisten, dass Verfahren vorhanden sind, mit denen die Konformität einer in Serie gefertigten Batterie mit dieser Verordnung sichergestellt wird. Dabei berücksichtigen die Hersteller Änderungen des Herstellungsverfahrens oder der Konstruktion oder Merkmale der Batterie sowie Änderungen der in Artikel 15 genannten harmonisierten Normen, der in Artikel 16 genannten gemeinsamen Spezifikationen oder anderer technischer Spezifikationen, auf die bei der Erklärung der Konformität der Batterie Bezug genommen wird oder durch deren Anwendung ihre Konformität überprüft wird, angemessen.
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Manufacturers shall ensure that batteries which they place on the market bear a model identification and batch or serial number, or product number or another element allowing their identification. Where the size or nature of the battery does not allow it, the required information shall be provided on the packaging or in a document accompanying the battery.
Manufacturers shall ensure that batteries which they place on the market bear a model identification and batch or serial number, or product number or another element allowing their identification. Where the size or nature of the battery does not allow it, the required information shall be provided on the packaging or in a document accompanying the battery.
Die Hersteller gewährleisten, dass die von ihnen in Verkehr gebrachten Batterien eine Modellkennzeichnung und eine Chargen- oder Seriennummer oder eine Produktnummer oder ein anderes Element zu ihrer Identifizierung tragen. Ist dies aufgrund der Größe oder der Art der Batterie nicht möglich, sind die erforderlichen Angaben auf der Verpackung oder in einem der Batterie beigefügten Dokument zu machen.
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Manufacturers shall indicate on the battery their name, registered trade name or registered trade mark, their postal address, indicating a single contact point, and, if available, web and email address. Where that is not possible, the required information shall be provided on the packaging or in a document accompanying the battery. The contact details shall be indicated in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users and market surveillance authorities, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be placed on the market or put into service, and shall be clear, understandable and legible.
Manufacturers shall indicate on the battery their name, registered trade name or registered trade mark, their postal address, indicating a single contact point, and, if available, web and email address. Where that is not possible, the required information shall be provided on the packaging or in a document accompanying the battery. The contact details shall be indicated in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users and market surveillance authorities, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be placed on the market or put into service, and shall be clear, understandable and legible.
Die Hersteller geben auf der Batterie ihren Namen, ihren eingetragenen Handelsnamen oder ihre eingetragene Handelsmarke, ihre Postanschrift unter Angabe einer einzigen Kontaktstelle sowie, sofern vorhanden, ihre Internet- und E-Mail-Adresse an. Ist dies nicht möglich, sind die erforderlichen Angaben auf der Verpackung oder in einem der Batterie beigefügten Dokument zu machen. Die Kontaktdaten werden in einer oder mehreren Sprachen angegeben, die von Endnutzern und Marktüberwachungsbehörden leicht verstanden werden können, wie von dem Mitgliedstaat festgelegt, in dem die Batterie in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen werden soll, und müssen klar, verständlich und lesbar sein.
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Manufacturers shall provide access to the data for the parameters set out in Annex VII in the battery management system referred to in Article 14(1), in accordance with the requirements laid down in that Article.
Manufacturers shall provide access to the data for the parameters set out in Annex VII in the battery management system referred to in Article 14(1), in accordance with the requirements laid down in that Article.
Die Hersteller gewähren gemäß den Anforderungen des Artikels 14 Zugriff auf die Daten zu den in Anhang VII festgelegten Parametern im in Artikel 14 Absatz 1 genannten Batteriemanagementsystem.
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Manufacturers who consider or have reason to believe that a battery which they have placed on the market or put into service is not in conformity with one or more of the applicable requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 shall immediately take the corrective action necessary to bring that battery into conformity, to withdraw it or recall it, as appropriate. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, manufacturers shall immediately inform the market surveillance authority of the Member State in which they made the battery available on the market, giving details, in particular, of the non-compliance and of any corrective action taken.
Manufacturers who consider or have reason to believe that a battery which they have placed on the market or put into service is not in conformity with one or more of the applicable requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 shall immediately take the corrective action necessary to bring that battery into conformity, to withdraw it or recall it, as appropriate. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, manufacturers shall immediately inform the market surveillance authority of the Member State in which they made the battery available on the market, giving details, in particular, of the non-compliance and of any corrective action taken.
Hersteller, die der Ansicht sind oder Grund zu der Annahme haben, dass eine von ihnen in Verkehr gebrachte oder in Betrieb genommene Batterie einer oder mehreren der geltenden Anforderungen gemäß den Artikeln 6 bis 10 und den Artikeln 12, 13 und 14 nicht entspricht, ergreifen unverzüglich die erforderlichen Korrekturmaßnahmen, um die Konformität dieser Batterie herzustellen, sie gegebenenfalls zurückzunehmen oder zurückzurufen. Außerdem informieren die Hersteller, wenn von der Batterie ein Risiko ausgeht, unverzüglich die Marktüberwachungsbehörde des Mitgliedstaats, in dem sie die Batterie auf dem Markt bereitgestellt haben, und machen dabei insbesondere Angaben zur Nichtkonformität und zu den ergriffenen Korrekturmaßnahmen.
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Manufacturers shall, further to a reasoned request from a national authority, provide it with all the information and documentation necessary to demonstrate the conformity of the battery with the requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, in a language or languages which can be easily understood by that national authority. That information and documentation shall be provided in electronic format and, on request, in paper format. Manufacturers shall cooperate with the national authority, at its request, on any action taken to eliminate the risks posed by a battery which they have placed on the market or put into service.
Manufacturers shall, further to a reasoned request from a national authority, provide it with all the information and documentation necessary to demonstrate the conformity of the battery with the requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, in a language or languages which can be easily understood by that national authority. That information and documentation shall be provided in electronic format and, on request, in paper format. Manufacturers shall cooperate with the national authority, at its request, on any action taken to eliminate the risks posed by a battery which they have placed on the market or put into service.
Die Hersteller stellen einer nationalen Behörde auf deren begründetes Verlangen alle Informationen und Unterlagen, die für den Nachweis der Konformität der Batterie mit den Anforderungen gemäß den Artikeln 6 bis 10 und den Artikeln 12, 13 und 14 erforderlich sind, in einer oder mehreren Sprachen zur Verfügung, die von dieser nationalen Behörde leicht verstanden werden können. Diese Informationen und Unterlagen werden in elektronischer Form und auf Verlangen in Papierform bereitgestellt. Die Hersteller arbeiten auf Ersuchen der nationalen Behörde bei allen Maßnahmen zur Beseitigung der Risiken zusammen, die von einer von ihnen in Verkehr gebrachten oder in Betrieb genommenen Batterie ausgehen.
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Economic operators that carry out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, and place on the market or put into service a battery that has undergone any of those operations, shall be considered to be manufacturers for the purposes of this Regulation.
Economic operators that carry out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, and place on the market or put into service a battery that has undergone any of those operations, shall be considered to be manufacturers for the purposes of this Regulation.
Wirtschaftsakteure, die eine Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, eine Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, eine Umnutzung oder eine Aufarbeitung durchführen und eine Batterie, die einem dieser Verfahren unterzogen wurde, in Verkehr bringen oder in Betrieb nehmen, gelten für die Zwecke dieser Verordnung als Hersteller.
Article 39 — Obligations of suppliers of battery cells and battery modules Article 39 — Obligations of suppliers of battery cells and battery modules Article 39 — Pflichten der Lieferanten von Batteriezellen und Batteriemodulen
Suppliers of battery cells and battery modules shall provide the information and documentation necessary to comply with the requirements of this Regulation when supplying battery cells or modules to a manufacturer. That information and documentation shall be provided free of charge.
Suppliers of battery cells and battery modules shall provide the information and documentation necessary to comply with the requirements of this Regulation when supplying battery cells or modules to a manufacturer. That information and documentation shall be provided free of charge.
Lieferanten von Batteriezellen und Batteriemodulen stellen bei der Lieferung von Batteriezellen oder -modulen an einen Hersteller die Informationen und Unterlagen bereit, die zur Einhaltung der Anforderungen dieser Verordnung erforderlich sind. Diese Informationen und Unterlagen werden kostenlos bereitgestellt.
Article 40 — Obligations of authorised representatives Article 40 — Obligations of authorised representatives Article 40 — Pflichten der Bevollmächtigten
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A manufacturer may, by a written mandate, designate an authorised representative.The authorised representative’s mandate shall be valid only when accepted in writing by the authorised representative.
A manufacturer may, by a written mandate, designate an authorised representative.The authorised representative’s mandate shall be valid only when accepted in writing by the authorised representative.
Ein Hersteller kann durch eine schriftliche Vollmacht einen Bevollmächtigten benennen. Der Auftrag des Bevollmächtigten ist nur gültig, wenn er vom Bevollmächtigten schriftlich angenommen wurde.
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The obligations laid down in Article 38(1) and Articles 48 to 52 and the obligation to draw up technical documentation shall not form part of the authorised representative’s mandate.
The obligations laid down in Article 38(1) and Articles 48 to 52 and the obligation to draw up technical documentation shall not form part of the authorised representative’s mandate.
Die in Artikel 38 Absatz 1 und den Artikeln 48 bis 52 festgelegten Pflichten sowie die Pflicht zur Erstellung technischer Unterlagen sind nicht Bestandteil des Auftrags des Bevollmächtigten.
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An authorised representative shall perform the tasks specified in the mandate received from the manufacturer. The authorised representative shall have the appropriate means to perform the tasks specified in the mandate. The authorised representative shall provide a copy of the mandate to the market surveillance authority, upon request, in a Union language determined by that authority. The mandate shall include at least the following tasks:
- (a) keep the EU declaration of conformity, the technical documentation, the verification report and approval decision referred to in Article 51(2) and the audit reports referred to in Article 48(2) at the disposal of national authorities for 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market or put into service;
- (b) further to a reasoned request from a national authority, provide it with all the information and documentation necessary to demonstrate the conformity of the battery. That information and the documentation shall be provided in electronic format and, on request, in paper format;
- (c) cooperate with the national authorities, at their request, on any action taken to eliminate the risks posed by batteries covered by the authorised representative’s mandate.
An authorised representative shall perform the tasks specified in the mandate received from the manufacturer. The authorised representative shall have the appropriate means to perform the tasks specified in the mandate. The authorised representative shall provide a copy of the mandate to the market surveillance authority, upon request, in a Union language determined by that authority. The mandate shall include at least the following tasks:
- (a) keep the EU declaration of conformity, the technical documentation, the verification report and approval decision referred to in Article 51(2) and the audit reports referred to in Article 48(2) at the disposal of national authorities for 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market or put into service;
- (b) further to a reasoned request from a national authority, provide it with all the information and documentation necessary to demonstrate the conformity of the battery. That information and the documentation shall be provided in electronic format and, on request, in paper format;
- (c) cooperate with the national authorities, at their request, on any action taken to eliminate the risks posed by batteries covered by the authorised representative’s mandate.
Ein Bevollmächtigter führt die in dem vom Hersteller erhaltenen Auftrag festgelegten Aufgaben aus. Der Bevollmächtigte verfügt über die geeigneten Mittel zur Ausführung der im Auftrag festgelegten Aufgaben. Der Bevollmächtigte stellt der Marktüberwachungsbehörde auf Verlangen eine Kopie des Auftrags in einer von dieser Behörde bestimmten Unionssprache zur Verfügung. Der Auftrag umfasst mindestens folgende Aufgaben:
- (a) die EU-Konformitätserklärung, die technischen Unterlagen, den in Artikel 51 Absatz 2 genannten Prüfbericht und die Genehmigungsentscheidung sowie die in Artikel 48 Absatz 2 genannten Auditberichte zehn Jahre, nachdem die Batterie in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen wurde, für die nationalen Behörden bereitzuhalten;
- (b) einer nationalen Behörde auf deren begründetes Verlangen alle Informationen und Unterlagen bereitzustellen, die für den Nachweis der Konformität der Batterie erforderlich sind. Diese Informationen und Unterlagen werden in elektronischer Form und auf Verlangen in Papierform bereitgestellt;
- (c) auf Ersuchen der nationalen Behörden bei allen Maßnahmen zur Beseitigung der Risiken zusammenzuarbeiten, die von Batterien ausgehen, die unter den Auftrag des Bevollmächtigten fallen.
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Where the battery presents a risk, authorised representatives shall immediately inform the market surveillance authorities thereof.
Where the battery presents a risk, authorised representatives shall immediately inform the market surveillance authorities thereof.
Geht von der Batterie ein Risiko aus, informieren die Bevollmächtigten unverzüglich die Marktüberwachungsbehörden darüber.
Article 41 — Obligations of importers Article 41 — Obligations of importers Article 41 — Pflichten der Importeure
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Importers shall only place on the market a battery which is compliant with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.
Importers shall only place on the market a battery which is compliant with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.
Importeure bringen nur Batterien in Verkehr, die den Artikeln 6 bis 10 und den Artikeln 12, 13 und 14 entsprechen.
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Before placing a battery on the market, importers shall verify that:
- (a) the EU declaration of conformity and technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII have been drawn up and that the relevant conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 17 has been carried out by the manufacturer;
- (b) the battery bears the CE marking referred to in Article 19, and is marked and labelled in accordance with Article 13;
- (c) the battery is accompanied by the documents required pursuant to Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 and by instructions and safety information in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be made available on the market; and
- (d) the manufacturer has complied with the requirements laid down in Article 38(6) and (7).
Where an importer considers or has reason to believe that a battery is not in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, the importer shall not place that battery on the market until it has been brought into conformity. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, the importer shall inform the manufacturer and the market surveillance authorities giving details of the non-compliance and of any corrective action taken.
Before placing a battery on the market, importers shall verify that:
- (a) the EU declaration of conformity and technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII have been drawn up and that the relevant conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 17 has been carried out by the manufacturer;
- (b) the battery bears the CE marking referred to in Article 19, and is marked and labelled in accordance with Article 13;
- (c) the battery is accompanied by the documents required pursuant to Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 and by instructions and safety information in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be made available on the market; and
- (d) the manufacturer has complied with the requirements laid down in Article 38(6) and (7).
Where an importer considers or has reason to believe that a battery is not in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, the importer shall not place that battery on the market until it has been brought into conformity. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, the importer shall inform the manufacturer and the market surveillance authorities giving details of the non-compliance and of any corrective action taken.
Vor dem Inverkehrbringen einer Batterie überprüfen die Importeure, ob:
- (a) die EU-Konformitätserklärung und die in Anhang VIII genannten technischen Unterlagen erstellt wurden und das einschlägige Konformitätsbewertungsverfahren nach Artikel 17 vom Hersteller durchgeführt wurde;
- (b) die Batterie die in Artikel 19 genannte CE-Kennzeichnung trägt und gemäß Artikel 13 gekennzeichnet und etikettiert ist;
- (c) der Batterie die gemäß den Artikeln 6 bis 10 und den Artikeln 12, 13 und 14 erforderlichen Unterlagen sowie Anweisungen und Sicherheitsinformationen in einer oder mehreren Sprachen beigefügt sind, die von Endnutzern leicht verstanden werden können, wie vom Mitgliedstaat festgelegt, in dem die Batterie auf dem Markt bereitgestellt werden soll; und
- (d) der Hersteller die Anforderungen gemäß Artikel 38 Absätze 6 und 7 erfüllt hat.
Ist ein Importeur der Ansicht oder hat er Grund zu der Annahme, dass eine Batterie den Artikeln 6 bis 10 und den Artikeln 12, 13 und 14 nicht entspricht, bringt er diese Batterie erst in Verkehr, wenn ihre Konformität hergestellt wurde. Geht von der Batterie ein Risiko aus, informiert der Importeur außerdem den Hersteller und die Marktüberwachungsbehörden und macht Angaben zur Nichtkonformität und zu den ergriffenen Korrekturmaßnahmen.
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Importers shall indicate on the battery their name, registered trade name or registered trade mark, their postal address, indicating a single contact point, and, if available, web and email address. Where that is not possible, the required information shall be provided on the packaging or in a document accompanying the battery. The contact details shall be in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be made available on the market, and shall be clear, understandable and legible.
Importers shall indicate on the battery their name, registered trade name or registered trade mark, their postal address, indicating a single contact point, and, if available, web and email address. Where that is not possible, the required information shall be provided on the packaging or in a document accompanying the battery. The contact details shall be in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be made available on the market, and shall be clear, understandable and legible.
Die Importeure geben auf der Batterie ihren Namen, ihren eingetragenen Handelsnamen oder ihre eingetragene Handelsmarke, ihre Postanschrift unter Angabe einer einzigen Kontaktstelle sowie, sofern vorhanden, ihre Internet- und E-Mail-Adresse an. Ist dies nicht möglich, sind die erforderlichen Angaben auf der Verpackung oder in einem der Batterie beigefügten Dokument zu machen. Die Kontaktdaten müssen in einer oder mehreren Sprachen angegeben werden, die von Endnutzern leicht verstanden werden können, wie vom Mitgliedstaat festgelegt, in dem die Batterie auf dem Markt bereitgestellt werden soll, und müssen klar, verständlich und lesbar sein.
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Importers shall ensure that, while a battery is under their responsibility, storage or transport conditions do not jeopardise its compliance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.
Importers shall ensure that, while a battery is under their responsibility, storage or transport conditions do not jeopardise its compliance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.
Die Importeure gewährleisten, dass die Lagerungs- oder Beförderungsbedingungen, solange sich eine Batterie in ihrer Verantwortung befindet, deren Konformität mit den Artikeln 6 bis 10 und den Artikeln 12, 13 und 14 nicht beeinträchtigen.
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When deemed appropriate with regard to the risks presented by a battery, importers shall, to protect the human health and safety of consumers, carry out sample testing of marketed batteries, investigate, and, if necessary, keep a register of complaints, of non-conforming batteries and battery recalls, and shall keep distributors informed of such monitoring.
When deemed appropriate with regard to the risks presented by a battery, importers shall, to protect the human health and safety of consumers, carry out sample testing of marketed batteries, investigate, and, if necessary, keep a register of complaints, of non-conforming batteries and battery recalls, and shall keep distributors informed of such monitoring.
Wenn dies im Hinblick auf die von einer Batterie ausgehenden Risiken als angemessen erachtet wird, führen die Importeure zum Schutz der Gesundheit und Sicherheit der Verbraucher Stichprobenprüfungen der in Verkehr befindlichen Batterien durch, untersuchen die Beschwerden und führen erforderlichenfalls ein Verzeichnis der Beschwerden, der nicht konformen Batterien und der Rückrufe von Batterien; außerdem halten sie die Händler über diese Überwachung auf dem Laufenden.
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Importers who consider or have reason to believe that a battery which they have placed on the market is not in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, shall immediately take the corrective action necessary to bring that battery into conformity, to withdraw it or recall it, as appropriate. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, importers shall immediately inform the market surveillance authority of the Member State in which they made the battery available on the market, giving details, in particular, of the non-compliance and of any corrective action taken.
Importers who consider or have reason to believe that a battery which they have placed on the market is not in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, shall immediately take the corrective action necessary to bring that battery into conformity, to withdraw it or recall it, as appropriate. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, importers shall immediately inform the market surveillance authority of the Member State in which they made the battery available on the market, giving details, in particular, of the non-compliance and of any corrective action taken.
Importeure, die der Ansicht sind oder Grund zu der Annahme haben, dass eine von ihnen in Verkehr gebrachte Batterie den Artikeln 6 bis 10 und den Artikeln 12, 13 und 14 nicht entspricht, ergreifen unverzüglich die erforderlichen Korrekturmaßnahmen, um die Konformität dieser Batterie herzustellen, sie gegebenenfalls zurückzunehmen oder zurückzurufen. Geht von der Batterie ein Risiko aus, informieren die Importeure unverzüglich die Marktüberwachungsbehörde des Mitgliedstaats, in dem sie die Batterie auf dem Markt bereitgestellt haben, und machen dabei insbesondere Angaben zur Nichtkonformität und zu den ergriffenen Korrekturmaßnahmen.
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Importers shall, for 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market, keep a copy of the EU declaration of conformity at the disposal of the national authorities and ensure that the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII is made available to those authorities, upon request.
Importers shall, for 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market, keep a copy of the EU declaration of conformity at the disposal of the national authorities and ensure that the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII is made available to those authorities, upon request.
Die Importeure halten zehn Jahre, nachdem die Batterie in Verkehr gebracht wurde, eine Kopie der EU-Konformitätserklärung für die nationalen Behörden bereit und gewährleisten, dass diesen Behörden die in Anhang VIII genannten technischen Unterlagen auf Verlangen zur Verfügung gestellt werden.
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Importers shall, further to a reasoned request from a national authority, provide that authority with all the information and documentation necessary to demonstrate the conformity of a battery with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, in a language or languages which can be easily understood by that authority. That information and the documentation shall be provided in electronic format and, on request, in paper format. Importers shall cooperate with the national authority, at its request, on any action taken to eliminate the risks posed by batteries, which they have placed on the market.
Importers shall, further to a reasoned request from a national authority, provide that authority with all the information and documentation necessary to demonstrate the conformity of a battery with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, in a language or languages which can be easily understood by that authority. That information and the documentation shall be provided in electronic format and, on request, in paper format. Importers shall cooperate with the national authority, at its request, on any action taken to eliminate the risks posed by batteries, which they have placed on the market.
Die Importeure stellen einer nationalen Behörde auf deren begründetes Verlangen alle Informationen und Unterlagen, die für den Nachweis der Konformität einer Batterie mit den Artikeln 6 bis 10 und den Artikeln 12, 13 und 14 erforderlich sind, in einer oder mehreren Sprachen zur Verfügung, die von dieser Behörde leicht verstanden werden können. Diese Informationen und Unterlagen werden in elektronischer Form und auf Verlangen in Papierform bereitgestellt. Die Importeure arbeiten auf Ersuchen der nationalen Behörde bei allen Maßnahmen zur Beseitigung der Risiken zusammen, die von den von ihnen in Verkehr gebrachten Batterien ausgehen.
Article 42 — Obligations of distributors Article 42 — Obligations of distributors Article 42 — Pflichten der Händler
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When making a battery available on the market, distributors shall act with due care in relation to the requirements of this Regulation.
When making a battery available on the market, distributors shall act with due care in relation to the requirements of this Regulation.
Bei der Bereitstellung einer Batterie auf dem Markt lassen die Händler im Hinblick auf die Anforderungen dieser Verordnung die gebotene Sorgfalt walten.
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Before making a battery available on the market, distributors shall verify that:
- (a) the producer is registered in the register of producers referred to in Article 55;
- (b) the battery bears the CE marking referred to in Article 19 and is marked and labelled in accordance with Article 13;
- (c) the battery is accompanied by the documents required pursuant to Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 and by instructions and safety information in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be made available on the market or put into service; and
- (d) the manufacturer and the importer have complied with the requirements laid down in Article 38(6) and (7) and Article 41(3) respectively.
Before making a battery available on the market, distributors shall verify that:
- (a) the producer is registered in the register of producers referred to in Article 55;
- (b) the battery bears the CE marking referred to in Article 19 and is marked and labelled in accordance with Article 13;
- (c) the battery is accompanied by the documents required pursuant to Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 and by instructions and safety information in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be made available on the market or put into service; and
- (d) the manufacturer and the importer have complied with the requirements laid down in Article 38(6) and (7) and Article 41(3) respectively.
Vor der Bereitstellung einer Batterie auf dem Markt überprüfen die Händler, ob:
- (a) der Hersteller in dem in Artikel 55 genannten Herstellerregister eingetragen ist;
- (b) die Batterie die in Artikel 19 genannte CE-Kennzeichnung trägt und gemäß Artikel 13 gekennzeichnet und etikettiert ist;
- (c) der Batterie die gemäß den Artikeln 6 bis 10 und den Artikeln 12, 13 und 14 erforderlichen Unterlagen sowie Anweisungen und Sicherheitsinformationen in einer oder mehreren Sprachen beigefügt sind, die von Endnutzern leicht verstanden werden können, wie vom Mitgliedstaat festgelegt, in dem die Batterie auf dem Markt bereitgestellt oder in Betrieb genommen werden soll; und
- (d) der Hersteller bzw. der Importeur die Anforderungen gemäß Artikel 38 Absätze 6 und 7 bzw. Artikel 41 Absatz 3 erfüllt hat.
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Where a distributor considers or has reason to believe that a battery is not in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 or Article 12, 13 or 14, the distributor shall not make the battery available on the market until it has been brought into conformity. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, the distributor shall inform the manufacturer or the importer as well as the market surveillance authorities.
Where a distributor considers or has reason to believe that a battery is not in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 or Article 12, 13 or 14, the distributor shall not make the battery available on the market until it has been brought into conformity. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, the distributor shall inform the manufacturer or the importer as well as the market surveillance authorities.
Ist ein Händler der Ansicht oder hat er Grund zu der Annahme, dass eine Batterie den Artikeln 6 bis 10 oder Artikel 12, 13 oder 14 nicht entspricht, stellt er diese Batterie erst auf dem Markt bereit, wenn ihre Konformität hergestellt wurde. Geht von der Batterie ein Risiko aus, informiert der Händler außerdem den Hersteller oder den Importeur sowie die Marktüberwachungsbehörden.
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Distributors shall ensure that, while a battery is under their responsibility, storage or transport conditions do not jeopardise its compliance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.
Distributors shall ensure that, while a battery is under their responsibility, storage or transport conditions do not jeopardise its compliance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.
Die Händler gewährleisten, dass die Lagerungs- oder Beförderungsbedingungen, solange sich eine Batterie in ihrer Verantwortung befindet, deren Konformität mit den Artikeln 6 bis 10 und den Artikeln 12, 13 und 14 nicht beeinträchtigen.
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Distributors who consider or have reason to believe that a battery which they have made available on the market is not in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 or Article 12, 13 or 14 shall make sure that the corrective action necessary to bring that battery into conformity, to withdraw it or recall it, as appropriate, is taken. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, distributors shall immediately inform the market surveillance authorities of the Member States in which they made the battery available on the market, giving details, in particular, of the non-compliance and of any corrective action taken.
Distributors who consider or have reason to believe that a battery which they have made available on the market is not in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 or Article 12, 13 or 14 shall make sure that the corrective action necessary to bring that battery into conformity, to withdraw it or recall it, as appropriate, is taken. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, distributors shall immediately inform the market surveillance authorities of the Member States in which they made the battery available on the market, giving details, in particular, of the non-compliance and of any corrective action taken.
Händler, die der Ansicht sind oder Grund zu der Annahme haben, dass eine von ihnen auf dem Markt bereitgestellte Batterie den Artikeln 6 bis 10 oder Artikel 12, 13 oder 14 nicht entspricht, stellen sicher, dass die erforderlichen Korrekturmaßnahmen ergriffen werden, um die Konformität dieser Batterie herzustellen, sie gegebenenfalls zurückzunehmen oder zurückzurufen. Geht von der Batterie ein Risiko aus, informieren die Händler unverzüglich die Marktüberwachungsbehörden der Mitgliedstaaten, in denen sie die Batterie auf dem Markt bereitgestellt haben, und machen dabei insbesondere Angaben zur Nichtkonformität und zu den ergriffenen Korrekturmaßnahmen.
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Distributors shall, further to a reasoned request from a national authority, provide it with all the information and the documentation necessary to demonstrate the conformity of a battery with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 in a language or languages which can be easily understood by that national authority. That information and the documentation shall be provided in electronic format and, on request, in paper format. Distributors shall cooperate with the national authority, at its request, on any action taken to eliminate the risks posed by batteries that they have made available on the market.
Distributors shall, further to a reasoned request from a national authority, provide it with all the information and the documentation necessary to demonstrate the conformity of a battery with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 in a language or languages which can be easily understood by that national authority. That information and the documentation shall be provided in electronic format and, on request, in paper format. Distributors shall cooperate with the national authority, at its request, on any action taken to eliminate the risks posed by batteries that they have made available on the market.
Die Händler stellen einer nationalen Behörde auf deren begründetes Verlangen alle Informationen und Unterlagen, die für den Nachweis der Konformität einer Batterie mit den Artikeln 6 bis 10 und den Artikeln 12, 13 und 14 erforderlich sind, in einer oder mehreren Sprachen zur Verfügung, die von dieser nationalen Behörde leicht verstanden werden können. Diese Informationen und Unterlagen werden in elektronischer Form und auf Verlangen in Papierform bereitgestellt. Die Händler arbeiten auf Ersuchen der nationalen Behörde bei allen Maßnahmen zur Beseitigung der Risiken zusammen, die von den von ihnen auf dem Markt bereitgestellten Batterien ausgehen.
Article 43 — Obligations of fulfilment service providers Article 43 — Obligations of fulfilment service providers Article 43 — Pflichten der Auftragsabwicklungsdienstleister
Fulfilment service providers shall ensure that, for batteries that they handle, the conditions during warehousing, packaging, addressing or dispatching, do not jeopardise the batteries’ compliance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.Without prejudice to the obligations of the relevant economic operators laid down in this Chapter, fulfilment service providers shall, in addition to the requirement referred to in the first paragraph, perform the tasks laid down in Article 40(3), point (c), and Article 40(4).
Fulfilment service providers shall ensure that, for batteries that they handle, the conditions during warehousing, packaging, addressing or dispatching, do not jeopardise the batteries’ compliance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14. Without prejudice to the obligations of the relevant economic operators laid down in this Chapter, fulfilment service providers shall, in addition to the requirement referred to in the first paragraph, perform the tasks laid down in Article 40(3), point (c), and Article 40(4).
Auftragsabwicklungsdienstleister gewährleisten, dass die Bedingungen während der Lagerung, Verpackung, Adressierung oder des Versands von Batterien, die sie abwickeln, die Konformität der Batterien mit den Artikeln 6 bis 10 und den Artikeln 12, 13 und 14 nicht beeinträchtigen. Unbeschadet der in diesem Kapitel festgelegten Pflichten der einschlägigen Wirtschaftsakteure führen Auftragsabwicklungsdienstleister zusätzlich zu der im ersten Absatz genannten Anforderung die in Artikel 40 Absatz 3 Buchstabe c und Artikel 40 Absatz 4 festgelegten Aufgaben aus.
Article 44 — Case in which obligations of manufacturers apply to importers and distributors Article 44 — Case in which obligations of manufacturers apply to importers and distributors Article 44 — Fälle, in denen die Pflichten der Hersteller für Importeure und Händler gelten
An importer or distributor shall be considered a manufacturer for the purposes of this Regulation and shall be subject to the obligations of a manufacturer under Article 38, where any of the following applies:
- (a) a battery is placed on the market or put into service under that importer’s or distributor’s own name or trademark;
- (b) a battery already placed on the market or put into service is modified by that importer or distributor in such a way that compliance with the relevant requirements of this Regulation could be affected; or
- (c) the purpose of a battery already placed on the market or put into service is modified by that importer or distributor.
An importer or distributor shall be considered a manufacturer for the purposes of this Regulation and shall be subject to the obligations of a manufacturer under Article 38, where any of the following applies:
- (a) a battery is placed on the market or put into service under that importer’s or distributor’s own name or trademark;
- (b) a battery already placed on the market or put into service is modified by that importer or distributor in such a way that compliance with the relevant requirements of this Regulation could be affected; or
- (c) the purpose of a battery already placed on the market or put into service is modified by that importer or distributor.
Ein Importeur oder Händler gilt für die Zwecke dieser Verordnung als Hersteller und unterliegt den Pflichten eines Herstellers gemäß Artikel 38, wenn einer der folgenden Fälle vorliegt:
- (a) Eine Batterie wird unter dem Namen oder der Handelsmarke dieses Importeurs oder Händlers in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen;
- (b) eine bereits in Verkehr gebrachte oder in Betrieb genommene Batterie wird von diesem Importeur oder Händler so verändert, dass die Einhaltung der einschlägigen Anforderungen dieser Verordnung beeinträchtigt werden könnte; oder
- (c) der Verwendungszweck einer bereits in Verkehr gebrachten oder in Betrieb genommenen Batterie wird von diesem Importeur oder Händler geändert.
Article 45 — Obligations of economic operators placing on the market or putting into service batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing Article 45 — Obligations of economic operators placing on the market or putting into service batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing Article 45 — Pflichten der Wirtschaftsakteure, die Batterien, die einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, einer Umnutzung oder einer Aufarbeitung unterzogen wurden, in Verkehr bringen oder in Betrieb nehmen
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Economic operators placing on the market or putting into service batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing shall ensure that the examination, performance testing, packing and shipment of those batteries, and of such batteries’ components subject to any of those operations, is carried out following adequate quality control and safety instructions.
Economic operators placing on the market or putting into service batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing shall ensure that the examination, performance testing, packing and shipment of those batteries, and of such batteries’ components subject to any of those operations, is carried out following adequate quality control and safety instructions.
Wirtschaftsakteure, die Batterien, die einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, einer Umnutzung oder einer Aufarbeitung unterzogen wurden, in Verkehr bringen oder in Betrieb nehmen, gewährleisten, dass die Untersuchung, Leistungsprüfung, Verpackung und Versendung dieser Batterien sowie der Bestandteile solcher Batterien, die einem dieser Verfahren unterzogen wurden, gemäß angemessenen Qualitätskontroll- und Sicherheitsanweisungen durchgeführt werden.
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Economic operators placing on the market or putting into service batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing shall ensure that the battery complies with the requirements of this Regulation, any relevant product, environmental, human health protection and transport safety requirements in other Union law, taking into account the fact that, as a result of those operations, the battery might fall under a different battery category. For remanufacturing operations, such economic operators shall provide, upon request, market surveillance authorities with the documentation necessary to demonstrate that the battery has been subject to remanufacturing in accordance with this Regulation.
Economic operators placing on the market or putting into service batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing shall ensure that the battery complies with the requirements of this Regulation, any relevant product, environmental, human health protection and transport safety requirements in other Union law, taking into account the fact that, as a result of those operations, the battery might fall under a different battery category. For remanufacturing operations, such economic operators shall provide, upon request, market surveillance authorities with the documentation necessary to demonstrate that the battery has been subject to remanufacturing in accordance with this Regulation.
Wirtschaftsakteure, die Batterien, die einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, einer Umnutzung oder einer Aufarbeitung unterzogen wurden, in Verkehr bringen oder in Betrieb nehmen, gewährleisten, dass die Batterie den Anforderungen dieser Verordnung sowie allen einschlägigen Anforderungen des Unionsrechts in Bezug auf Produkte, Umwelt, den Schutz der menschlichen Gesundheit und die Verkehrssicherheit entspricht, wobei berücksichtigt wird, dass die Batterie infolge dieser Verfahren unter eine andere Batteriekategorie fallen kann. Bei Aufarbeitungsverfahren stellen solche Wirtschaftsakteure den Marktüberwachungsbehörden auf Verlangen die Unterlagen zur Verfügung, die erforderlich sind, um nachzuweisen, dass die Batterie gemäß dieser Verordnung einer Aufarbeitung unterzogen wurde.
Article 46 — Identification of economic operators Article 46 — Identification of economic operators Article 46 — Identifizierung der Wirtschaftsakteure
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Economic operators shall, upon a request of a national authority, provide the following information to the market surveillance authorities:
- (a) the identity of any economic operator that has supplied them with a battery;
- (b) the identity of any economic operator to which they have supplied a battery, as well as the quantity and exact models.
Economic operators shall, upon a request of a national authority, provide the following information to the market surveillance authorities:
- (a) the identity of any economic operator that has supplied them with a battery;
- (b) the identity of any economic operator to which they have supplied a battery, as well as the quantity and exact models.
Wirtschaftsakteure stellen den Marktüberwachungsbehörden auf Ersuchen einer nationalen Behörde folgende Informationen zur Verfügung:
- (a) die Identität jedes Wirtschaftsakteurs, der sie mit einer Batterie beliefert hat;
- (b) die Identität jedes Wirtschaftsakteurs, an den sie eine Batterie geliefert haben, sowie die Menge und die genauen Modelle.
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Economic operators shall ensure that they are able to provide the information referred to in paragraph 1 for 10 years after they have been supplied with the battery and for 10 years after they have supplied the battery.
Economic operators shall ensure that they are able to provide the information referred to in paragraph 1 for 10 years after they have been supplied with the battery and for 10 years after they have supplied the battery.
Wirtschaftsakteure gewährleisten, dass sie die in Absatz 1 genannten Informationen zehn Jahre nach ihrer Belieferung mit der Batterie und zehn Jahre nach ihrer Lieferung der Batterie bereitstellen können.
CHAPTER VII — Obligations of economic operators as regards battery due diligence policies CHAPTER VII — Obligations of economic operators as regards battery due diligence policies CHAPTER VII — Pflichten der Wirtschaftsakteure in Bezug auf Sorgfaltspflichtenregelungen für Batterien
Article 47 — Scope of this Chapter Article 47 — Scope of this Chapter Article 47 — Geltungsbereich dieses Kapitels
This Chapter does not apply to economic operators that had a net turnover of less than EUR 40 million in the financial year preceding the last financial year, and that are not part of a group, consisting of parent and subsidiary undertakings, which, on a consolidated basis, exceeds the limit of EUR 40 million.This Chapter does not apply to economic operators in relation to the placing on the market or putting into service of batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, if such batteries had already been placed on the market or put into service before undergoing such operations.This Chapter applies without prejudice to the provisions laid down in Union law on due diligence obligations in relation to minerals and metals originating from conflict-affected and high-risk areas.
This Chapter does not apply to economic operators that had a net turnover of less than EUR 40 million in the financial year preceding the last financial year, and that are not part of a group, consisting of parent and subsidiary undertakings, which, on a consolidated basis, exceeds the limit of EUR 40 million. This Chapter does not apply to economic operators in relation to the placing on the market or putting into service of batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, if such batteries had already been placed on the market or put into service before undergoing such operations. This Chapter applies without prejudice to the provisions laid down in Union law on due diligence obligations in relation to minerals and metals originating from conflict-affected and high-risk areas.
Dieses Kapitel gilt nicht für Wirtschaftsakteure, die im Geschäftsjahr vor dem letzten Geschäftsjahr einen Nettoumsatz von weniger als 40 Mio. EUR erzielt haben und nicht Teil einer aus Mutter- und Tochterunternehmen bestehenden Gruppe sind, die auf konsolidierter Basis den Schwellenwert von 40 Mio. EUR überschreitet. Dieses Kapitel gilt nicht für Wirtschaftsakteure im Zusammenhang mit dem Inverkehrbringen oder der Inbetriebnahme von Batterien, die einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, einer Umnutzung oder einer Aufarbeitung unterzogen wurden, wenn diese Batterien bereits vor der Durchführung solcher Verfahren in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen worden waren. Dieses Kapitel gilt unbeschadet der Bestimmungen des Unionsrechts über Sorgfaltspflichten im Zusammenhang mit Mineralien und Metallen aus Konflikt- und Hochrisikogebieten.
Article 48 — Battery due diligence policies Article 48 — Battery due diligence policies Article 48 — Sorgfaltspflichtenregelungen für Batterien
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From 18 August 2025, economic operators that place batteries on the market or put them into service shall fulfil the due diligence obligations laid down in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this Article, and in Articles 49, 50 and 52 and shall, to that end, set up and implement battery due diligence policies.
From 18 August 2025, economic operators that place batteries on the market or put them into service shall fulfil the due diligence obligations laid down in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this Article, and in Articles 49, 50 and 52 and shall, to that end, set up and implement battery due diligence policies.
Ab dem 18. August 2025 erfüllen Wirtschaftsakteure, die Batterien in Verkehr bringen oder in Betrieb nehmen, die in den Absätzen 2 und 3 dieses Artikels sowie in den Artikeln 49, 50 und 52 festgelegten Sorgfaltspflichten und richten zu diesem Zweck Sorgfaltspflichtenregelungen für Batterien ein und setzen diese um.
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Economic operators referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article shall have their battery due diligence policies verified by a notified body in accordance with Article 51 (third-party verification) and periodically audited by that notified body to make sure that the battery due diligence policies are maintained and applied in accordance with Articles 49, 50 and 52. The notified body shall provide the audited economic operator with an audit report.
Economic operators referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article shall have their battery due diligence policies verified by a notified body in accordance with Article 51 (third-party verification) and periodically audited by that notified body to make sure that the battery due diligence policies are maintained and applied in accordance with Articles 49, 50 and 52. The notified body shall provide the audited economic operator with an audit report.
Die in Absatz 1 dieses Artikels genannten Wirtschaftsakteure lassen ihre Sorgfaltspflichtenregelungen für Batterien von einer notifizierten Stelle gemäß Artikel 51 (Überprüfung durch Dritte) überprüfen und von dieser notifizierten Stelle regelmäßig auditieren, um sicherzustellen, dass die Sorgfaltspflichtenregelungen für Batterien gemäß den Artikeln 49, 50 und 52 aufrechterhalten und angewandt werden. Die notifizierte Stelle stellt dem auditierten Wirtschaftsakteur einen Auditbericht aus.
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Economic operators referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article shall keep documentation demonstrating their fulfilment of the obligations laid down in Articles 49, 50 and 52, including the verification report and approval decision referred to in Article 51 and the audit reports referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article, for 10 years after the last battery manufactured under the relevant battery due diligence policy has been placed on the market.
Economic operators referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article shall keep documentation demonstrating their fulfilment of the obligations laid down in Articles 49, 50 and 52, including the verification report and approval decision referred to in Article 51 and the audit reports referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article, for 10 years after the last battery manufactured under the relevant battery due diligence policy has been placed on the market.
Die in Absatz 1 dieses Artikels genannten Wirtschaftsakteure bewahren Unterlagen zum Nachweis der Erfüllung der in den Artikeln 49, 50 und 52 festgelegten Pflichten, einschließlich des in Artikel 51 genannten Prüfberichts und der Genehmigungsentscheidung sowie der in Absatz 2 dieses Artikels genannten Auditberichte, zehn Jahre lang auf, nachdem die letzte im Rahmen der einschlägigen Sorgfaltspflichtenregelung für Batterien hergestellte Batterie in Verkehr gebracht wurde.
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Without prejudice to the individual responsibility of economic operators for their battery due diligence policies, economic operators referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article may, for the purposes of compliance with the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52, collaborate with other actors, including through due diligence schemes recognised under this Regulation.
Without prejudice to the individual responsibility of economic operators for their battery due diligence policies, economic operators referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article may, for the purposes of compliance with the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52, collaborate with other actors, including through due diligence schemes recognised under this Regulation.
Unbeschadet der individuellen Verantwortung der Wirtschaftsakteure für ihre Sorgfaltspflichtenregelungen für Batterien können die in Absatz 1 dieses Artikels genannten Wirtschaftsakteure zur Einhaltung der Anforderungen gemäß den Artikeln 48, 49, 50 und 52 mit anderen Akteuren zusammenarbeiten, auch im Rahmen von im Rahmen dieser Verordnung anerkannten Sorgfaltspflichtenregelungen.
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By 18 February 2025, the Commission shall publish guidelines as regards the application of the due diligence requirements laid down in Articles 49 and 50, with regard to the risks referred to in point 2 of Annex X, and in line, in particular, with the international instruments referred to in points 3 and 4 of Annex X.
By 18 February 2025, the Commission shall publish guidelines as regards the application of the due diligence requirements laid down in Articles 49 and 50, with regard to the risks referred to in point 2 of Annex X, and in line, in particular, with the international instruments referred to in points 3 and 4 of Annex X.
Bis zum 18. Februar 2025 veröffentlicht die Kommission Leitlinien für die Anwendung der in den Artikeln 49 und 50 festgelegten Sorgfaltspflichten in Bezug auf die in Anhang X Nummer 2 genannten Risiken und insbesondere im Einklang mit den in Anhang X Nummern 3 und 4 genannten internationalen Instrumenten.
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Member States may, in order to provide information and support to economic operators in fulfilling the due diligence obligations under this Regulation, set up and operate, individually or jointly, dedicated websites, platforms or portals.
Member States may, in order to provide information and support to economic operators in fulfilling the due diligence obligations under this Regulation, set up and operate, individually or jointly, dedicated websites, platforms or portals.
Die Mitgliedstaaten können einzeln oder gemeinsam spezielle Websites, Plattformen oder Portale einrichten und betreiben, um Wirtschaftsakteuren Informationen und Unterstützung bei der Erfüllung der Sorgfaltspflichten nach dieser Verordnung bereitzustellen.
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The Commission may complement the Member State support measures referred to in paragraph 6, by building on existing Union action to support due diligence in the Union and in third countries, and may devise new measures to help economic operators fulfil their obligations under this Regulation.
The Commission may complement the Member State support measures referred to in paragraph 6, by building on existing Union action to support due diligence in the Union and in third countries, and may devise new measures to help economic operators fulfil their obligations under this Regulation.
Die Kommission kann die in Absatz 6 genannten Unterstützungsmaßnahmen der Mitgliedstaaten ergänzen, indem sie auf bestehenden Maßnahmen der Union zur Unterstützung der Sorgfaltspflicht in der Union und in Drittländern aufbaut, und neue Maßnahmen entwickeln, um Wirtschaftsakteure bei der Erfüllung ihrer Pflichten nach dieser Verordnung zu unterstützen.
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The Commission shall regularly assess the need to update the list of raw materials and risk categories set out in Annex X.
The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to:
- (a) amend the list of raw materials in point 1 of Annex X and of risk categories in point 2 of Annex X, in view of scientific and technological progress in battery manufacturing and chemistries and amendments to Regulation (EU) 2017/821;
- (b) amend the list of international instruments in point 3 of Annex X, in accordance with developments within the relevant international fora concerning standards related to due diligence policies and to protection of the environment and of social rights;
- (c) amend the obligations on the economic operators referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article which are laid down in Articles 49 and 50 in view of amendments to Regulation (EU) 2017/821, and amend the list of internationally recognised due diligence instruments set out in point 4 of Annex X.
The Commission shall regularly assess the need to update the list of raw materials and risk categories set out in Annex X.
The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to:
- (a) amend the list of raw materials in point 1 of Annex X and of risk categories in point 2 of Annex X, in view of scientific and technological progress in battery manufacturing and chemistries and amendments to Regulation (EU) 2017/821;
- (b) amend the list of international instruments in point 3 of Annex X, in accordance with developments within the relevant international fora concerning standards related to due diligence policies and to protection of the environment and of social rights;
- (c) amend the obligations on the economic operators referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article which are laid down in Articles 49 and 50 in view of amendments to Regulation (EU) 2017/821, and amend the list of internationally recognised due diligence instruments set out in point 4 of Annex X.
Die Kommission bewertet regelmäßig die Notwendigkeit, die in Anhang X aufgeführte Liste der Rohstoffe und Risikokategorien zu aktualisieren.
Der Kommission wird die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zu erlassen, um:
- (a) die Liste der Rohstoffe in Anhang X Nummer 1 und der Risikokategorien in Anhang X Nummer 2 unter Berücksichtigung des wissenschaftlichen und technologischen Fortschritts bei der Herstellung von Batterien und bei der Batterietechnologie sowie von Änderungen der Verordnung (EU) 2017/821 zu ändern;
- (b) die Liste der internationalen Instrumente in Anhang X Nummer 3 entsprechend den Entwicklungen in den einschlägigen internationalen Gremien hinsichtlich Standards für Sorgfaltspflichtenregelungen sowie für den Schutz der Umwelt und der sozialen Rechte zu ändern;
- (c) die in den Artikeln 49 und 50 festgelegten Pflichten der in Absatz 1 dieses Artikels genannten Wirtschaftsakteure unter Berücksichtigung von Änderungen der Verordnung (EU) 2017/821 zu ändern und die Liste der international anerkannten Sorgfaltspflichteninstrumente in Anhang X Nummer 4 zu ändern.
Article 49 — Economic operator’s management system Article 49 — Economic operator’s management system Article 49 — Managementsystem des Wirtschaftsakteurs
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Each economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall:
- (a) adopt, and clearly communicate to suppliers and the public, a company battery due diligence policy, concerning raw materials listed in point 1 of Annex X, and associated social and environmental risk categories listed in point 2 of Annex X;
- (b) incorporate in its battery due diligence policy standards that are consistent with the standards set out in the internationally recognised due diligence instruments listed in point 4 of Annex X;
- (c) structure its internal management system to support its battery due diligence policy by assigning responsibility to its top management level to oversee its battery due diligence policy as well as maintain records of that system for a minimum of 10 years;
- (d) establish and operate a system of controls and transparency regarding the supply chain, including a chain of custody or traceability system, identifying upstream actors in the supply chain;
- (e) incorporate its battery due diligence policy, including risk management measures, into contracts and agreements with suppliers; and
- (f) establish a grievance mechanism, including an early-warning risk-awareness system and a remediation mechanism, or provide for such mechanisms through collaborative agreements with other economic operators or organisations or by facilitating recourse to an external expert or body, such as an ombudsman; such mechanisms shall be based on the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
Each economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall:
- (a) adopt, and clearly communicate to suppliers and the public, a company battery due diligence policy, concerning raw materials listed in point 1 of Annex X, and associated social and environmental risk categories listed in point 2 of Annex X;
- (b) incorporate in its battery due diligence policy standards that are consistent with the standards set out in the internationally recognised due diligence instruments listed in point 4 of Annex X;
- (c) structure its internal management system to support its battery due diligence policy by assigning responsibility to its top management level to oversee its battery due diligence policy as well as maintain records of that system for a minimum of 10 years;
- (d) establish and operate a system of controls and transparency regarding the supply chain, including a chain of custody or traceability system, identifying upstream actors in the supply chain;
- (e) incorporate its battery due diligence policy, including risk management measures, into contracts and agreements with suppliers; and
- (f) establish a grievance mechanism, including an early-warning risk-awareness system and a remediation mechanism, or provide for such mechanisms through collaborative agreements with other economic operators or organisations or by facilitating recourse to an external expert or body, such as an ombudsman; such mechanisms shall be based on the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
Jeder in Artikel 48 Absatz 1 genannte Wirtschaftsakteur:
- (a) verabschiedet eine unternehmensweite Sorgfaltspflichtenregelung für Batterien in Bezug auf die in Anhang X Nummer 1 aufgeführten Rohstoffe und die damit verbundenen sozialen und ökologischen Risikokategorien gemäß Anhang X Nummer 2 und teilt diese den Lieferanten und der Öffentlichkeit klar mit;
- (b) nimmt in seine Sorgfaltspflichtenregelung für Batterien Standards auf, die mit den Standards der in Anhang X Nummer 4 aufgeführten international anerkannten Sorgfaltspflichteninstrumente im Einklang stehen;
- (c) strukturiert sein internes Managementsystem zur Unterstützung seiner Sorgfaltspflichtenregelung für Batterien, indem er der obersten Führungsebene die Verantwortung für die Überwachung dieser Regelung überträgt, und bewahrt Aufzeichnungen über dieses System mindestens zehn Jahre lang auf;
- (d) richtet ein System von Kontrollen und Transparenz hinsichtlich der Lieferkette ein und betreibt dieses, einschließlich eines Systems zur Rückverfolgbarkeit der Lieferkette oder zur Rückverfolgung, in dem die vorgelagerten Akteure der Lieferkette ermittelt werden;
- (e) nimmt seine Sorgfaltspflichtenregelung für Batterien, einschließlich der Risikomanagementmaßnahmen, in Verträge und Vereinbarungen mit Lieferanten auf; und
- (f) richtet einen Beschwerdemechanismus ein, einschließlich eines Frühwarnsystems zur Sensibilisierung für Risiken und eines Abhilfemechanismus, oder sieht solche Mechanismen durch Vereinbarungen zur Zusammenarbeit mit anderen Wirtschaftsakteuren oder Organisationen vor oder erleichtert die Inanspruchnahme eines externen Sachverständigen oder einer externen Stelle, etwa eines Bürgerbeauftragten; diese Mechanismen müssen auf den UN-Leitprinzipien für Wirtschaft und Menschenrechte beruhen.
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The system referred to in paragraph 1, point (d), shall be supported by documentation that provides at least the following information:
- (a) a description of the raw material, including its trade name and type;
- (b) the name and address of the supplier that supplied the raw material present in the batteries to the economic operator that places the batteries containing the raw material in question on the market;
- (c) the country of origin of the raw material and the market transactions from the raw material’s extraction to the immediate supplier to the economic operator that places the battery on the market;
- (d) the quantities of the raw material present in the battery placed on the market, expressed in percentage or weight;
- (e) third-party verification reports issued by a notified body and concerning the suppliers as referred to in Article 50(3);
- (f) if the reports referred to in point (e) are not available and where the raw material originates from a conflict-affected and high-risk area, additional information in accordance with the specific recommendations for upstream economic operators, as set out in the OECD Due diligence guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas, where relevant, such as the mine of origin, locations where the raw material is consolidated, traded and processed, and taxes, fees and royalties are paid.
Third party verification reports referred to in point (e) of the first subparagraph shall be made available by suppliers as referred to in Article 50(3) to the downstream operators of the supply chain.
The system referred to in paragraph 1, point (d), shall be supported by documentation that provides at least the following information:
- (a) a description of the raw material, including its trade name and type;
- (b) the name and address of the supplier that supplied the raw material present in the batteries to the economic operator that places the batteries containing the raw material in question on the market;
- (c) the country of origin of the raw material and the market transactions from the raw material’s extraction to the immediate supplier to the economic operator that places the battery on the market;
- (d) the quantities of the raw material present in the battery placed on the market, expressed in percentage or weight;
- (e) third-party verification reports issued by a notified body and concerning the suppliers as referred to in Article 50(3);
- (f) if the reports referred to in point (e) are not available and where the raw material originates from a conflict-affected and high-risk area, additional information in accordance with the specific recommendations for upstream economic operators, as set out in the OECD Due diligence guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas, where relevant, such as the mine of origin, locations where the raw material is consolidated, traded and processed, and taxes, fees and royalties are paid.
Third party verification reports referred to in point (e) of the first subparagraph shall be made available by suppliers as referred to in Article 50(3) to the downstream operators of the supply chain.
Das in Absatz 1 Buchstabe d genannte System wird durch Unterlagen gestützt, die mindestens folgende Informationen enthalten:
- (a) eine Beschreibung des Rohstoffs, einschließlich seiner Handelsbezeichnung und Art;
- (b) den Namen und die Anschrift des Lieferanten, der den in den Batterien enthaltenen Rohstoff an den Wirtschaftsakteur geliefert hat, der die Batterien mit dem betreffenden Rohstoff in Verkehr bringt;
- (c) das Ursprungsland des Rohstoffs und die Markttransaktionen von der Gewinnung des Rohstoffs bis zum unmittelbaren Lieferanten des Wirtschaftsakteurs, der die Batterie in Verkehr bringt;
- (d) die Mengen des in der in Verkehr gebrachten Batterie enthaltenen Rohstoffs, ausgedrückt als Prozentsatz oder Gewicht;
- (e) von einer notifizierten Stelle ausgestellte Überprüfungsberichte Dritter über die in Artikel 50 Absatz 3 genannten Lieferanten;
- (f) sofern die in Buchstabe e genannten Berichte nicht verfügbar sind und der Rohstoff aus einem Konflikt- und Hochrisikogebiet stammt, zusätzliche Informationen gemäß den spezifischen Empfehlungen für vorgelagerte Wirtschaftsakteure, wie sie im OECD-Leitfaden für die Erfüllung der Sorgfaltspflicht für verantwortungsvolle Lieferketten von Mineralien aus Konflikt- und Hochrisikogebieten festgelegt sind, soweit relevant, etwa die Ursprungsmine, Orte, an denen der Rohstoff gebündelt, gehandelt und verarbeitet wird, sowie die Orte, an denen Steuern, Gebühren und Lizenzgebühren gezahlt werden.
Die in Buchstabe e des Unterabsatzes 1 genannten Überprüfungsberichte Dritter werden von den in Artikel 50 Absatz 3 genannten Lieferanten den nachgelagerten Akteuren der Lieferkette zur Verfügung gestellt.
Article 50 — Risk management obligations Article 50 — Risk management obligations Article 50 — Risikomanagementpflichten
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The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall:
- (a) identify and assess the risk of adverse impacts in its supply chain, associated with the risk categories listed in point 2 of Annex X as part of its management plan, including on the basis of the information provided pursuant to Article 49 and any other relevant information that is either publicly available or provided by stakeholders, by reference to its battery due diligence policy;
(b) design and implement a strategy to respond to the identified risks to prevent, mitigate and otherwise address adverse impacts by:
- (i) reporting findings of its risk assessment to its top management level assigned in accordance with Article 49(1), point (c);
- (ii) adopting risk management measures that are consistent with the internationally recognised due diligence instruments listed in point 4 of Annex X, considering its ability to influence, and where necessary take steps to exert pressure on, suppliers, including their subsidiaries and subcontractors, who can most effectively prevent or mitigate the identified risk;
- (iii) designing and implementing a risk management plan, monitoring and tracking performance of risk mitigation efforts, reporting back to its top management level assigned in accordance with Article 49(1), point (c), and considering suspending or discontinuing engagement with a supplier or its subsidiary or subcontractor after failed attempts at mitigation, based on relevant contracts and agreements referred to in Article 49(1), point (e);
- (iv) undertaking additional fact and risk assessments for risks requiring mitigation, or after a change of circumstances.
The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall:
- (a) identify and assess the risk of adverse impacts in its supply chain, associated with the risk categories listed in point 2 of Annex X as part of its management plan, including on the basis of the information provided pursuant to Article 49 and any other relevant information that is either publicly available or provided by stakeholders, by reference to its battery due diligence policy;
- (b) design and implement a strategy to respond to the identified risks to prevent, mitigate and otherwise address adverse impacts by:
- (i) reporting findings of its risk assessment to its top management level assigned in accordance with Article 49(1), point (c);
- (ii) adopting risk management measures that are consistent with the internationally recognised due diligence instruments listed in point 4 of Annex X, considering its ability to influence, and where necessary take steps to exert pressure on, suppliers, including their subsidiaries and subcontractors, who can most effectively prevent or mitigate the identified risk;
- (iii) designing and implementing a risk management plan, monitoring and tracking performance of risk mitigation efforts, reporting back to its top management level assigned in accordance with Article 49(1), point (c), and considering suspending or discontinuing engagement with a supplier or its subsidiary or subcontractor after failed attempts at mitigation, based on relevant contracts and agreements referred to in Article 49(1), point (e);
- (iv) undertaking additional fact and risk assessments for risks requiring mitigation, or after a change of circumstances.
Der in Artikel 48 Absatz 1 genannte Wirtschaftsakteur:
- (a) ermittelt und bewertet im Rahmen seines Managementplans das Risiko nachteiliger Auswirkungen in seiner Lieferkette, das mit den in Anhang X Nummer 2 aufgeführten Risikokategorien verbunden ist, unter anderem auf der Grundlage der gemäß Artikel 49 bereitgestellten Informationen und anderer einschlägiger Informationen, die entweder öffentlich zugänglich sind oder von Interessenträgern bereitgestellt werden, und nimmt dabei auf seine Sorgfaltspflichtenregelung für Batterien Bezug;
- (b) konzipiert und setzt eine Strategie zur Reaktion auf die ermittelten Risiken um, um nachteilige Auswirkungen zu verhindern, zu mindern und anderweitig zu bewältigen, und zwar durch:
- (i) die Meldung der Ergebnisse seiner Risikobewertung an die gemäß Artikel 49 Absatz 1 Buchstabe c bestimmte oberste Führungsebene;
- (ii) die Annahme von Risikomanagementmaßnahmen, die mit den in Anhang X Nummer 4 aufgeführten international anerkannten Sorgfaltspflichteninstrumenten im Einklang stehen, unter Berücksichtigung seiner Einflussmöglichkeiten und, sofern erforderlich, durch Maßnahmen zur Ausübung von Druck auf Lieferanten, einschließlich deren Tochterunternehmen und Unterauftragnehmer, die das ermittelte Risiko am wirksamsten verhindern oder mindern können;
- (iii) die Konzeption und Umsetzung eines Risikomanagementplans, die Überwachung und Nachverfolgung der Wirksamkeit der Maßnahmen zur Risikominderung, die Rückmeldung an die gemäß Artikel 49 Absatz 1 Buchstabe c bestimmte oberste Führungsebene sowie die Erwägung, die Geschäftsbeziehung zu einem Lieferanten oder dessen Tochterunternehmen oder Unterauftragnehmer nach erfolglosen Minderungsversuchen auszusetzen oder zu beenden, auf der Grundlage der in Artikel 49 Absatz 1 Buchstabe e genannten einschlägigen Verträge und Vereinbarungen;
- (iv) die Durchführung zusätzlicher Tatsachen- und Risikobewertungen bei Risiken, die einer Minderung bedürfen, oder nach einer Änderung der Umstände.
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If the economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) pursues risk mitigation efforts while continuing trade or temporarily suspending trade, it shall consult with suppliers and with the stakeholders concerned, including local and national government authorities, international or civil society organisations and affected third parties such as local communities, before establishing a strategy for measurable risk mitigation in the risk management plan referred to in paragraph 1, point (b)(iii), of this Article.
If the economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) pursues risk mitigation efforts while continuing trade or temporarily suspending trade, it shall consult with suppliers and with the stakeholders concerned, including local and national government authorities, international or civil society organisations and affected third parties such as local communities, before establishing a strategy for measurable risk mitigation in the risk management plan referred to in paragraph 1, point (b)(iii), of this Article.
Verfolgt der in Artikel 48 Absatz 1 genannte Wirtschaftsakteur Maßnahmen zur Risikominderung bei gleichzeitiger Fortsetzung des Handels oder vorübergehender Aussetzung des Handels, konsultiert er die Lieferanten und die betroffenen Interessenträger, einschließlich lokaler und nationaler Regierungsbehörden, internationaler Organisationen oder Organisationen der Zivilgesellschaft sowie betroffener Dritter wie lokaler Gemeinschaften, bevor er im in Absatz 1 Buchstabe b Ziffer iii dieses Artikels genannten Risikomanagementplan eine Strategie für eine messbare Risikominderung festlegt.
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The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall identify and assess the probability of adverse impacts in the risk categories listed in point 2 of Annex X, in its supply chain. That economic operator shall identify and assess the risks in its supply chain as part of its own risk management systems. The economic operator shall carry out third party verifications of its own due diligence chains via a notified body in accordance with Article 51. The economic operator may use third-party verification reports issued pursuant to Article 51(2) by such a notified body concerning battery due diligence policies implemented by suppliers in that chain in accordance with this Chapter. The economic operator may also use those third-party verification reports to assess, as appropriate, the due diligence practices of those suppliers.
The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall identify and assess the probability of adverse impacts in the risk categories listed in point 2 of Annex X, in its supply chain. That economic operator shall identify and assess the risks in its supply chain as part of its own risk management systems. The economic operator shall carry out third party verifications of its own due diligence chains via a notified body in accordance with Article 51. The economic operator may use third-party verification reports issued pursuant to Article 51(2) by such a notified body concerning battery due diligence policies implemented by suppliers in that chain in accordance with this Chapter. The economic operator may also use those third-party verification reports to assess, as appropriate, the due diligence practices of those suppliers.
Der in Artikel 48 Absatz 1 genannte Wirtschaftsakteur ermittelt und bewertet in seiner Lieferkette die Wahrscheinlichkeit nachteiliger Auswirkungen in den in Anhang X Nummer 2 aufgeführten Risikokategorien. Dieser Wirtschaftsakteur ermittelt und bewertet die Risiken in seiner Lieferkette als Teil seiner eigenen Risikomanagementsysteme. Der Wirtschaftsakteur führt gemäß Artikel 51 über eine notifizierte Stelle Überprüfungen Dritter seiner eigenen Sorgfaltspflichtenketten durch. Der Wirtschaftsakteur kann von einer solchen notifizierten Stelle gemäß Artikel 51 Absatz 2 ausgestellte Überprüfungsberichte Dritter über die von Lieferanten in dieser Kette gemäß diesem Kapitel umgesetzten Sorgfaltspflichtenregelungen für Batterien verwenden. Der Wirtschaftsakteur kann diese Überprüfungsberichte Dritter auch verwenden, um gegebenenfalls die Sorgfaltspflichtenpraktiken dieser Lieferanten zu bewerten.
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The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall report the findings of the risk assessment referred to in paragraph 3 of this Article to its top management level to which responsibility has been assigned in accordance with Article 49(1), point (c), and shall implement the strategy referred to in paragraph 1, point (b), of this Article.
The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall report the findings of the risk assessment referred to in paragraph 3 of this Article to its top management level to which responsibility has been assigned in accordance with Article 49(1), point (c), and shall implement the strategy referred to in paragraph 1, point (b), of this Article.
Der in Artikel 48 Absatz 1 genannte Wirtschaftsakteur meldet die Ergebnisse der in Absatz 3 dieses Artikels genannten Risikobewertung der obersten Führungsebene, der gemäß Artikel 49 Absatz 1 Buchstabe c die Verantwortung übertragen wurde, und setzt die in Absatz 1 Buchstabe b dieses Artikels genannte Strategie um.
Article 51 — Third-party verification of battery due diligence policies Article 51 — Third-party verification of battery due diligence policies Article 51 — Überprüfung der Sorgfaltspflichtenregelungen für Batterien durch Dritte
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The notified body shall carry out third-party verifications. Such third-party verifications shall:
- (a) cover all activities, processes and systems used by economic operators to fulfil their due diligence obligations in accordance with Articles 49, 50 and 52;
- (b) have as their objective the determination of conformity of the due diligence practices of economic operators placing batteries on the market in accordance with Articles 49, 50 and 52;
- (c) where relevant, include checks on undertakings and gather information from stakeholders;
- (d) identify, for the economic operators that place batteries on the market, areas of potential improvement in relation to their due diligence practices;
- (e) respect the audit principles of independence, competence and accountability, as set out in the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas.
The notified body shall carry out third-party verifications. Such third-party verifications shall:
- (a) cover all activities, processes and systems used by economic operators to fulfil their due diligence obligations in accordance with Articles 49, 50 and 52;
- (b) have as their objective the determination of conformity of the due diligence practices of economic operators placing batteries on the market in accordance with Articles 49, 50 and 52;
- (c) where relevant, include checks on undertakings and gather information from stakeholders;
- (d) identify, for the economic operators that place batteries on the market, areas of potential improvement in relation to their due diligence practices;
- (e) respect the audit principles of independence, competence and accountability, as set out in the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas.
Die notifizierte Stelle führt Überprüfungen durch Dritte durch. Diese Überprüfungen durch Dritte:
- (a) erstrecken sich auf alle Tätigkeiten, Verfahren und Systeme, die von Wirtschaftsakteuren zur Erfüllung ihrer Sorgfaltspflichten gemäß den Artikeln 49, 50 und 52 eingesetzt werden;
- (b) zielen darauf ab, die Konformität der Sorgfaltspflichtenpraktiken von Wirtschaftsakteuren, die Batterien in Verkehr bringen, mit den Artikeln 49, 50 und 52 festzustellen;
- (c) umfassen gegebenenfalls Prüfungen von Unternehmen und die Einholung von Informationen bei Interessenträgern;
- (d) ermitteln für die Wirtschaftsakteure, die Batterien in Verkehr bringen, mögliche Verbesserungsbereiche in Bezug auf deren Sorgfaltspflichtenpraktiken;
- (e) beachten die Auditgrundsätze der Unabhängigkeit, Kompetenz und Rechenschaftspflicht, wie sie im OECD-Leitfaden für die Erfüllung der Sorgfaltspflicht für verantwortungsvolle Lieferketten von Mineralien aus Konflikt- und Hochrisikogebieten festgelegt sind.
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The notified body shall issue a verification report that records the activities undertaken in accordance with paragraph 1 of this Article and their outcomes. Where the battery due diligence policies referred to in Article 48 fulfil the obligations laid down in Articles 49, 50 and 52, the notified body shall issue an approval decision.
The notified body shall issue a verification report that records the activities undertaken in accordance with paragraph 1 of this Article and their outcomes. Where the battery due diligence policies referred to in Article 48 fulfil the obligations laid down in Articles 49, 50 and 52, the notified body shall issue an approval decision.
Die notifizierte Stelle stellt einen Prüfbericht aus, in dem die gemäß Absatz 1 dieses Artikels durchgeführten Tätigkeiten und deren Ergebnisse festgehalten werden. Erfüllen die in Artikel 48 genannten Sorgfaltspflichtenregelungen für Batterien die in den Artikeln 49, 50 und 52 festgelegten Pflichten, erlässt die notifizierte Stelle eine Genehmigungsentscheidung.
Article 52 — Disclosure of information on battery due diligence policies Article 52 — Disclosure of information on battery due diligence policies Article 52 — Offenlegung von Informationen über Sorgfaltspflichtenregelungen für Batterien
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The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall make available upon request to Member States’ market surveillance authorities or national authorities the verification report and approval decision issued in accordance with Article 51, the audit reports referred to in Article 48(2) and available evidence of compliance with a due diligence scheme recognised by the Commission in accordance with Article 53.
The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall make available upon request to Member States’ market surveillance authorities or national authorities the verification report and approval decision issued in accordance with Article 51, the audit reports referred to in Article 48(2) and available evidence of compliance with a due diligence scheme recognised by the Commission in accordance with Article 53.
Der in Artikel 48 Absatz 1 genannte Wirtschaftsakteur stellt den Marktüberwachungsbehörden oder nationalen Behörden der Mitgliedstaaten auf Verlangen den gemäß Artikel 51 ausgestellten Prüfbericht und die Genehmigungsentscheidung, die in Artikel 48 Absatz 2 genannten Auditberichte sowie verfügbare Nachweise über die Einhaltung einer von der Kommission gemäß Artikel 53 anerkannten Sorgfaltspflichtenregelung zur Verfügung.
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The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall make available to its immediate downstream purchasers all relevant information gained and maintained pursuant to its battery due diligence policy, with due regard for business confidentiality and other competitive concerns.
The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall make available to its immediate downstream purchasers all relevant information gained and maintained pursuant to its battery due diligence policy, with due regard for business confidentiality and other competitive concerns.
Der in Artikel 48 Absatz 1 genannte Wirtschaftsakteur stellt seinen unmittelbaren nachgelagerten Abnehmern unter angemessener Berücksichtigung der Vertraulichkeit von Geschäftsgeheimnissen und anderer Wettbewerbsbelange alle relevanten Informationen zur Verfügung, die im Rahmen seiner Sorgfaltspflichtenregelung für Batterien gewonnen und aufbewahrt wurden.
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The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall on an annual basis review and make publicly available, including on the internet, a report on its battery due diligence policy. That report shall contain, in a manner that is easily comprehensible for end-users and clearly identifies the batteries concerned, the data and information on steps taken by that economic operator to comply with the requirements laid down in Articles 49 and 50, including findings of significant adverse impacts in the risk categories listed in point 2 of Annex X, and how they have been addressed, as well as a summary report of the third-party verifications carried out in accordance with Article 51, including the name of the notified body, with due regard for business confidentiality and other competitive concerns. That report shall also cover, where relevant, access to information, public participation in decision-making and access to justice in environmental matters in relation to the sourcing, processing and trading of the raw materials present in batteries.
The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall on an annual basis review and make publicly available, including on the internet, a report on its battery due diligence policy. That report shall contain, in a manner that is easily comprehensible for end-users and clearly identifies the batteries concerned, the data and information on steps taken by that economic operator to comply with the requirements laid down in Articles 49 and 50, including findings of significant adverse impacts in the risk categories listed in point 2 of Annex X, and how they have been addressed, as well as a summary report of the third-party verifications carried out in accordance with Article 51, including the name of the notified body, with due regard for business confidentiality and other competitive concerns. That report shall also cover, where relevant, access to information, public participation in decision-making and access to justice in environmental matters in relation to the sourcing, processing and trading of the raw materials present in batteries.
Der in Artikel 48 Absatz 1 genannte Wirtschaftsakteur überprüft jährlich seine Politik zur Erfüllung der Sorgfaltspflichten im Zusammenhang mit Batterien und macht einen Bericht darüber, auch im Internet, öffentlich zugänglich. Der Bericht enthält in einer für Endnutzer leicht verständlichen Weise und unter eindeutiger Bezeichnung der betreffenden Batterien die Daten und Informationen über die von diesem Wirtschaftsakteur ergriffenen Maßnahmen zur Einhaltung der Anforderungen der Artikel 49 und 50, einschließlich der Feststellungen erheblicher nachteiliger Auswirkungen in den in Anhang X Nummer 2 aufgeführten Risikokategorien und der Art und Weise, wie diese Auswirkungen angegangen wurden, sowie einen zusammenfassenden Bericht über die gemäß Artikel 51 durchgeführten Überprüfungen durch Dritte, einschließlich des Namens der notifizierten Stelle, unter gebührender Berücksichtigung der geschäftlichen Vertraulichkeit und anderer wettbewerbsbezogener Belange. Der Bericht erstreckt sich gegebenenfalls auch auf den Zugang zu Informationen, die Beteiligung der Öffentlichkeit an Entscheidungsprozessen und den Zugang zu Gerichten in Umweltangelegenheiten im Zusammenhang mit der Beschaffung, Verarbeitung und dem Handel mit den in Batterien enthaltenen Rohstoffen.
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Where the economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) can demonstrate that the raw materials listed in point 1 of Annex X, that are present in the battery are derived from recycled sources, it shall publicly disclose its conclusions in reasonable detail, with due regard for business confidentiality and other competitive concerns.
Where the economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) can demonstrate that the raw materials listed in point 1 of Annex X, that are present in the battery are derived from recycled sources, it shall publicly disclose its conclusions in reasonable detail, with due regard for business confidentiality and other competitive concerns.
Kann der in Artikel 48 Absatz 1 genannte Wirtschaftsakteur nachweisen, dass die in Anhang X Nummer 1 aufgeführten und in der Batterie enthaltenen Rohstoffe aus recycelten Quellen stammen, so legt er seine Schlussfolgerungen unter gebührender Berücksichtigung der geschäftlichen Vertraulichkeit und anderer wettbewerbsbezogener Belange in angemessener Ausführlichkeit öffentlich offen.
Article 53 — Recognition of due diligence schemes Article 53 — Recognition of due diligence schemes Article 53 — Anerkennung von Sorgfaltspflichtregelungen
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Governments, industry associations and groupings of interested organisations that have developed and oversee due diligence schemes (scheme owners) may apply to have their due diligence schemes recognised by the Commission. The Commission is empowered to adopt implementing acts establishing the information requirements that the application for recognition is to contain. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Governments, industry associations and groupings of interested organisations that have developed and oversee due diligence schemes (scheme owners) may apply to have their due diligence schemes recognised by the Commission. The Commission is empowered to adopt implementing acts establishing the information requirements that the application for recognition is to contain. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Regierungen, Branchenverbände und Zusammenschlüsse interessierter Organisationen, die Sorgfaltspflichtregelungen entwickelt haben und überwachen (Regelungseigentümer), können beantragen, dass ihre Sorgfaltspflichtregelungen von der Kommission anerkannt werden. Die Kommission wird ermächtigt, Durchführungsrechtsakte zu erlassen, in denen die Informationsanforderungen festgelegt werden, die der Antrag auf Anerkennung enthalten muss. Diese Durchführungsrechtsakte werden gemäß dem in Artikel 90 Absatz 3 genannten Prüfverfahren erlassen.
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Where, on the basis of the evidence and information provided pursuant to the paragraph 1 of this Article, the Commission determines that the due diligence scheme referred to in that paragraph, enables economic operators to meet the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52, it shall adopt an implementing act granting that scheme a recognition of equivalence with the requirements laid down in this Regulation. The OECD Centre for Responsible Business Conduct shall be consulted prior to the adoption of that implementing act. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).When making a determination on the recognition of a due diligence scheme, the Commission shall take into account the diverse industry practices covered by that scheme and shall have regard to the risk-based approach and method used by that scheme to identify risks.
Where, on the basis of the evidence and information provided pursuant to the paragraph 1 of this Article, the Commission determines that the due diligence scheme referred to in that paragraph, enables economic operators to meet the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52, it shall adopt an implementing act granting that scheme a recognition of equivalence with the requirements laid down in this Regulation. The OECD Centre for Responsible Business Conduct shall be consulted prior to the adoption of that implementing act. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).When making a determination on the recognition of a due diligence scheme, the Commission shall take into account the diverse industry practices covered by that scheme and shall have regard to the risk-based approach and method used by that scheme to identify risks.
Stellt die Kommission auf der Grundlage der gemäß Absatz 1 dieses Artikels vorgelegten Nachweise und Informationen fest, dass die in jenem Absatz genannte Sorgfaltspflichtregelung es Wirtschaftsakteuren ermöglicht, die Anforderungen der Artikel 48, 49, 50 und 52 zu erfüllen, so erlässt sie einen Durchführungsrechtsakt, mit dem sie diese Regelung als gleichwertig mit den Anforderungen dieser Verordnung anerkennt. Das OECD-Zentrum für verantwortungsvolles unternehmerisches Handeln wird vor Erlass dieses Durchführungsrechtsakts konsultiert. Der Durchführungsrechtsakt wird gemäß dem in Artikel 90 Absatz 3 genannten Prüfverfahren erlassen. Bei der Entscheidung über die Anerkennung einer Sorgfaltspflichtregelung berücksichtigt die Kommission die verschiedenen von dieser Regelung erfassten Branchenpraktiken und trägt dem risikobasierten Ansatz sowie der Methode Rechnung, die diese Regelung zur Ermittlung von Risiken verwendet.
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The Commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 setting out the criteria and the methodology according to which the Commission is to determine, in accordance with paragraph 2 of this Article, whether due diligence schemes enable economic operators to meet the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52. The Commission shall also, as appropriate, periodically verify that recognised due diligence schemes continue to fulfil the criteria that led to a decision to grant recognition of equivalence pursuant to paragraph 2 of this Article.
The Commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 setting out the criteria and the methodology according to which the Commission is to determine, in accordance with paragraph 2 of this Article, whether due diligence schemes enable economic operators to meet the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52. The Commission shall also, as appropriate, periodically verify that recognised due diligence schemes continue to fulfil the criteria that led to a decision to grant recognition of equivalence pursuant to paragraph 2 of this Article.
Die Kommission erlässt gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte, in denen die Kriterien und die Methode festgelegt werden, nach denen sie gemäß Absatz 2 dieses Artikels bestimmt, ob Sorgfaltspflichtregelungen Wirtschaftsakteuren ermöglichen, die Anforderungen der Artikel 48, 49, 50 und 52 zu erfüllen. Die Kommission überprüft außerdem gegebenenfalls regelmäßig, ob anerkannte Sorgfaltspflichtregelungen weiterhin die Kriterien erfüllen, die zu der Entscheidung geführt haben, gemäß Absatz 2 dieses Artikels ihre Gleichwertigkeit anzuerkennen.
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The owner of a due diligence scheme for which the recognition of equivalence was granted in accordance with paragraph 2 shall inform the Commission without delay of any changes or updates made to that scheme. The Commission shall assess whether such changes or updates affect the recognition of equivalence of that scheme and take appropriate action.
The owner of a due diligence scheme for which the recognition of equivalence was granted in accordance with paragraph 2 shall inform the Commission without delay of any changes or updates made to that scheme. The Commission shall assess whether such changes or updates affect the recognition of equivalence of that scheme and take appropriate action.
Der Eigentümer einer Sorgfaltspflichtregelung, für die gemäß Absatz 2 die Anerkennung der Gleichwertigkeit gewährt wurde, unterrichtet die Kommission unverzüglich über alle an dieser Regelung vorgenommenen Änderungen oder Aktualisierungen. Die Kommission bewertet, ob solche Änderungen oder Aktualisierungen die Anerkennung der Gleichwertigkeit dieser Regelung berühren, und ergreift geeignete Maßnahmen.
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If there is evidence of repeated or significant cases where economic operators implementing a scheme recognised in accordance with paragraph 2 of this Article have failed to meet the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52, the Commission shall examine, in consultation with the owner of the recognised due diligence scheme, whether those cases indicate deficiencies in the scheme.
If there is evidence of repeated or significant cases where economic operators implementing a scheme recognised in accordance with paragraph 2 of this Article have failed to meet the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52, the Commission shall examine, in consultation with the owner of the recognised due diligence scheme, whether those cases indicate deficiencies in the scheme.
Liegen Nachweise für wiederholte oder erhebliche Fälle vor, in denen Wirtschaftsakteure, die eine gemäß Absatz 2 dieses Artikels anerkannte Regelung anwenden, die Anforderungen der Artikel 48, 49, 50 und 52 nicht erfüllt haben, prüft die Kommission in Absprache mit dem Eigentümer der anerkannten Sorgfaltspflichtregelung, ob diese Fälle auf Mängel der Regelung hindeuten.
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Where the Commission identifies a failure to comply with the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52 or deficiencies in a recognised due diligence scheme, it may grant the scheme owner an appropriate period to take remedial action.
Where the Commission identifies a failure to comply with the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52 or deficiencies in a recognised due diligence scheme, it may grant the scheme owner an appropriate period to take remedial action.
Stellt die Kommission eine Nichteinhaltung der Anforderungen der Artikel 48, 49, 50 und 52 oder Mängel einer anerkannten Sorgfaltspflichtregelung fest, kann sie dem Eigentümer der Regelung eine angemessene Frist zur Ergreifung von Abhilfemaßnahmen einräumen.
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Where the scheme owner fails or refuses to take the necessary remedial action, and where the Commission has determined that the failure or deficiencies referred to in paragraph 6 of this Article compromise the ability of the economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) implementing the scheme to comply with the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52 or where repeated or significant cases of non-compliance by economic operators implementing a scheme are due to deficiencies in the scheme, the Commission shall adopt an implementing act withdrawing the recognition of equivalence of the scheme. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Where the scheme owner fails or refuses to take the necessary remedial action, and where the Commission has determined that the failure or deficiencies referred to in paragraph 6 of this Article compromise the ability of the economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) implementing the scheme to comply with the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52 or where repeated or significant cases of non-compliance by economic operators implementing a scheme are due to deficiencies in the scheme, the Commission shall adopt an implementing act withdrawing the recognition of equivalence of the scheme. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Kommt der Eigentümer der Regelung den erforderlichen Abhilfemaßnahmen nicht nach oder weigert er sich, diese zu ergreifen, und hat die Kommission festgestellt, dass die in Absatz 6 dieses Artikels genannten Nichteinhaltungen oder Mängel die Fähigkeit des in Artikel 48 Absatz 1 genannten Wirtschaftsakteurs, der die Regelung anwendet, beeinträchtigen, die Anforderungen der Artikel 48, 49, 50 und 52 einzuhalten, oder sind wiederholte oder erhebliche Fälle der Nichteinhaltung durch Wirtschaftsakteure, die eine Regelung anwenden, auf Mängel der Regelung zurückzuführen, so erlässt die Kommission einen Durchführungsrechtsakt zur Entziehung der Anerkennung der Gleichwertigkeit der Regelung. Dieser Durchführungsrechtsakt wird gemäß dem in Artikel 90 Absatz 3 genannten Prüfverfahren erlassen.
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The Commission shall establish and keep up-to-date a register of recognised due diligence schemes. That register shall be made publicly available on the internet.
The Commission shall establish and keep up-to-date a register of recognised due diligence schemes. That register shall be made publicly available on the internet.
Die Kommission erstellt ein Register anerkannter Sorgfaltspflichtregelungen und hält es auf dem neuesten Stand. Dieses Register wird im Internet öffentlich zugänglich gemacht.
CHAPTER VIII — Management of waste batteries CHAPTER VIII — Management of waste batteries CHAPTER VIII — Bewirtschaftung von Altbatterien
Article 54 — Competent authority Article 54 — Competent authority Article 54 — Zuständige Behörde
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Member States shall designate one or more competent authorities responsible for the obligations under this Chapter, in particular for monitoring and verifying fulfilment by producers and producer responsibility organisations of their obligations under this Chapter.
Member States shall designate one or more competent authorities responsible for the obligations under this Chapter, in particular for monitoring and verifying fulfilment by producers and producer responsibility organisations of their obligations under this Chapter.
Die Mitgliedstaaten benennen eine oder mehrere zuständige Behörden, die für die Verpflichtungen nach diesem Kapitel verantwortlich sind, insbesondere für die Überwachung und Überprüfung der Erfüllung der Verpflichtungen der Hersteller und Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung nach diesem Kapitel.
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Each Member State may also designate one contact point, among the competent authorities referred to in paragraph 1, for the purpose of communicating with the Commission pursuant to paragraph 4.
Each Member State may also designate one contact point, among the competent authorities referred to in paragraph 1, for the purpose of communicating with the Commission pursuant to paragraph 4.
Jeder Mitgliedstaat kann unter den in Absatz 1 genannten zuständigen Behörden außerdem eine Kontaktstelle für die Kommunikation mit der Kommission gemäß Absatz 4 benennen.
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Member States shall lay down the details of the competent authority’s or authorities’ organisation and operation, including the administrative and procedural rules for:
- (a) the registration of producers in accordance with Article 55;
- (b) the authorisation of producers and producer responsibility organisations in accordance with Article 58;
- (c) the oversight of implementation of extended producer responsibility obligations in accordance with Article 57;
- (d) the collection of data on batteries and waste batteries in accordance with Article 75;
- (e) making information available in accordance with Article 76.
Member States shall lay down the details of the competent authority’s or authorities’ organisation and operation, including the administrative and procedural rules for:
- (a) the registration of producers in accordance with Article 55;
- (b) the authorisation of producers and producer responsibility organisations in accordance with Article 58;
- (c) the oversight of implementation of extended producer responsibility obligations in accordance with Article 57;
- (d) the collection of data on batteries and waste batteries in accordance with Article 75;
- (e) making information available in accordance with Article 76.
Die Mitgliedstaaten legen die Einzelheiten der Organisation und Arbeitsweise der zuständigen Behörde oder Behörden fest, einschließlich der Verwaltungs- und Verfahrensvorschriften für:
- (a) die Registrierung der Hersteller gemäß Artikel 55;
- (b) die Genehmigung der Hersteller und Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung gemäß Artikel 58;
- (c) die Überwachung der Umsetzung der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung gemäß Artikel 57;
- (d) die Erhebung von Daten über Batterien und Altbatterien gemäß Artikel 75;
- (e) die Bereitstellung von Informationen gemäß Artikel 76.
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By 18 November 2025, Member States shall notify the Commission of the names and addresses of the competent authorities designated pursuant to paragraph 1. Member States shall inform the Commission without undue delay of any changes to the names or addresses of those competent authorities.
By 18 November 2025, Member States shall notify the Commission of the names and addresses of the competent authorities designated pursuant to paragraph 1. Member States shall inform the Commission without undue delay of any changes to the names or addresses of those competent authorities.
Bis zum 18. November 2025 teilen die Mitgliedstaaten der Kommission die Namen und Anschriften der gemäß Absatz 1 benannten zuständigen Behörden mit. Die Mitgliedstaaten unterrichten die Kommission unverzüglich über Änderungen der Namen oder Anschriften dieser zuständigen Behörden.
Article 55 — Register of producers Article 55 — Register of producers Article 55 — Herstellerregister
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Member States shall establish a register of producers which shall serve to monitor compliance of producers with the requirements of this Chapter.
Member States shall establish a register of producers which shall serve to monitor compliance of producers with the requirements of this Chapter.
Die Mitgliedstaaten richten ein Herstellerregister ein, das der Überwachung der Einhaltung der Anforderungen dieses Kapitels durch die Hersteller dient.
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Producers shall register in the register referred to in paragraph 1. They shall to that end submit an application for registration in each Member State where they make a battery available on the market for the first time.Producers shall submit the application for registration via an electronic data-processing system as referred to in paragraph 9, point (a).Producers shall only make available batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, on the market of a Member State, if they or, in the case of authorisation, their authorised representatives for extended producer responsibility, are registered in that Member State.
Producers shall register in the register referred to in paragraph 1. They shall to that end submit an application for registration in each Member State where they make a battery available on the market for the first time. Producers shall submit the application for registration via an electronic data-processing system as referred to in paragraph 9, point (a). Producers shall only make available batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, on the market of a Member State, if they or, in the case of authorisation, their authorised representatives for extended producer responsibility, are registered in that Member State.
Die Hersteller tragen sich in das in Absatz 1 genannte Register ein. Zu diesem Zweck stellen sie in jedem Mitgliedstaat, in dem sie erstmals eine Batterie auf dem Markt bereitstellen, einen Antrag auf Registrierung. Die Hersteller reichen den Registrierungsantrag über ein elektronisches Datenverarbeitungssystem gemäß Absatz 9 Buchstabe a ein. Hersteller dürfen Batterien, einschließlich in Geräten, leichten Verkehrsmitteln oder anderen Fahrzeugen eingebauter Batterien, nur dann auf dem Markt eines Mitgliedstaats bereitstellen, wenn sie selbst oder, im Falle einer Beauftragung, ihre Bevollmächtigten für die erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung in diesem Mitgliedstaat registriert sind.
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The application for registration shall include the following information:
- (a) name, and brand names if available, under which the producer operates in the Member State and address of the producer, including postal code and place, street and number, country, telephone number, if any, web and email address, indicating a single contact point;
- (b) national identification code of the producer, including its trade register number or equivalent official registration number and the European or national tax identification number;
- (c) the category, or categories, of batteries that the producer intends to make available on the market for the first time within the territory of a Member State, namely portable batteries, industrial batteries, LMT batteries, electric vehicle batteries, or SLI batteries, and their chemistry;
(d) information on how the producer meets its responsibilities laid down in Article 56 and the requirements under Articles 59, 60 and 61, respectively:
- (i) for portable batteries or LMT batteries, the requirements of point (d) shall be met by providing:
- information in written form on the measures put in place by the producer to fulfil the producer responsibility obligations laid down in Article 56, the measures put in place to fulfil the separate collection obligations laid down in Article 59(1) or Article 60(1) with regard to the amount of batteries the producer makes available on the market in the Member State, and on the system to ensure that the data reported to the competent authorities are reliable;
- where applicable, the name and contact details, including postal code and place, street and number, country, telephone number, web and email address and the national identification code of the producer responsibility organisation appointed by the producer to fulfil its extended producer responsibility obligations in accordance with Article 57(1) and (2), including the trade register number or an equivalent official registration number and the European or national tax identification number of the producer responsibility organisation, and the represented producer’s mandate;
- (ii) for SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries, the requirements of point (d) shall be met by providing:
- information in written form on the measures put in place by the producer to fulfil the producer responsibility obligations laid down in Article 56, the measures put in place to fulfil the collection obligations laid down in Article 61(1) with regard to the amount of batteries the producer makes available on the market in the Member State and on the system to ensure that the data reported to the competent authorities are reliable;
- where applicable, the name and contact details, including postal code and place, street and number, country, telephone number, web and email address and the national identification code of the producer responsibility organisation appointed by the producer to fulfil its extended producer responsibility obligations in accordance with Article 57(1) and (2), including the trade register number or an equivalent official registration number and the European or national tax identification number of the producer responsibility organisation, and the represented producer’s mandate.
(e) a statement by the producer or, where applicable, authorised representative for extended producer responsibility or the producer responsibility organisation appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), stating that the information provided is true.
The application for registration shall include the following information:
- (a) name, and brand names if available, under which the producer operates in the Member State and address of the producer, including postal code and place, street and number, country, telephone number, if any, web and email address, indicating a single contact point;
- (b) national identification code of the producer, including its trade register number or equivalent official registration number and the European or national tax identification number;
- (c) the category, or categories, of batteries that the producer intends to make available on the market for the first time within the territory of a Member State, namely portable batteries, industrial batteries, LMT batteries, electric vehicle batteries, or SLI batteries, and their chemistry;
- (d) information on how the producer meets its responsibilities laid down in Article 56 and the requirements under Articles 59, 60 and 61, respectively;
- (e) a statement by the producer or, where applicable, authorised representative for extended producer responsibility or the producer responsibility organisation appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), stating that the information provided is true.
Der Registrierungsantrag enthält folgende Informationen:
- (a) den Namen und, sofern vorhanden, die Markennamen, unter denen der Hersteller im Mitgliedstaat tätig ist, sowie die Anschrift des Herstellers einschließlich Postleitzahl und Ort, Straße und Hausnummer, Land, gegebenenfalls Telefonnummer, Internet- und E-Mail-Adresse unter Angabe einer einzigen Kontaktstelle;
- (b) den nationalen Identifizierungscode des Herstellers, einschließlich seiner Handelsregisternummer oder einer gleichwertigen amtlichen Registrierungsnummer sowie der europäischen oder nationalen Steueridentifikationsnummer;
- (c) die Kategorie oder Kategorien von Batterien, die der Hersteller erstmals im Hoheitsgebiet eines Mitgliedstaats auf dem Markt bereitstellen will, nämlich Gerätebatterien, Industriebatterien, Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel, Elektrofahrzeugbatterien oder Starterbatterien sowie deren chemische Zusammensetzung;
- (d) Informationen darüber, wie der Hersteller seine in Artikel 56 festgelegten Verantwortlichkeiten und die Anforderungen der Artikel 59, 60 bzw. 61 erfüllt;
- (e) eine Erklärung des Herstellers oder gegebenenfalls des Bevollmächtigten für die erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung oder der gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 bestellten Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung, dass die bereitgestellten Informationen wahrheitsgemäß sind.
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Without prejudice to paragraph 3 of this Article, the information laid down in point (d) of that paragraph shall be provided either in the application for registration under paragraph 3 of this Article or in the application for authorisation under Article 58. Such application for authorisation shall include at least information on either individual or collective fulfilment of the extended producer responsibility obligations.
Without prejudice to paragraph 3 of this Article, the information laid down in point (d) of that paragraph shall be provided either in the application for registration under paragraph 3 of this Article or in the application for authorisation under Article 58. Such application for authorisation shall include at least information on either individual or collective fulfilment of the extended producer responsibility obligations.
Unbeschadet des Absatzes 3 dieses Artikels werden die in Buchstabe d jenes Absatzes genannten Informationen entweder im Registrierungsantrag gemäß Absatz 3 dieses Artikels oder im Genehmigungsantrag gemäß Artikel 58 vorgelegt. Dieser Genehmigungsantrag enthält mindestens Informationen über die individuelle oder kollektive Erfüllung der Verpflichtungen aus der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung.
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Member States may request additional information or documents, as necessary, to use the register of producers in an efficient manner.
Member States may request additional information or documents, as necessary, to use the register of producers in an efficient manner.
Die Mitgliedstaaten können, soweit dies erforderlich ist, zusätzliche Informationen oder Unterlagen anfordern, um das Herstellerregister effizient zu nutzen.
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Where a producer has appointed a producer responsibility organisation in accordance with Article 57(1), the obligations under this Article shall be met by that organisation mutatis mutandis unless otherwise specified by the Member State.
Where a producer has appointed a producer responsibility organisation in accordance with Article 57(1), the obligations under this Article shall be met by that organisation mutatis mutandis unless otherwise specified by the Member State.
Hat ein Hersteller gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 eine Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung bestellt, so werden die Verpflichtungen nach diesem Artikel sinngemäß von dieser Organisation erfüllt, sofern der Mitgliedstaat nichts anderes bestimmt.
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The obligations under this Article may be fulfilled on a producer’s behalf by an authorised representative for extended producer responsibility.Where obligations under this Article are fulfilled on a producer’s behalf by an authorised representative for extended producer responsibility that represents more than one producer, in addition to the information required under paragraph 3, that authorised representative shall provide the name and the contact details for each of the represented producers separately.
The obligations under this Article may be fulfilled on a producer’s behalf by an authorised representative for extended producer responsibility. Where obligations under this Article are fulfilled on a producer’s behalf by an authorised representative for extended producer responsibility that represents more than one producer, in addition to the information required under paragraph 3, that authorised representative shall provide the name and the contact details for each of the represented producers separately.
Die Verpflichtungen nach diesem Artikel können im Namen eines Herstellers von einem Bevollmächtigten für die erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung erfüllt werden. Werden die Verpflichtungen nach diesem Artikel im Namen eines Herstellers von einem Bevollmächtigten für die erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung erfüllt, der mehr als einen Hersteller vertritt, so legt dieser Bevollmächtigte zusätzlich zu den nach Absatz 3 erforderlichen Informationen den Namen und die Kontaktdaten jedes vertretenen Herstellers gesondert vor.
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Member States may decide that the registration procedure pursuant to this Article and the authorisation procedure pursuant to Article 58 constitute a single procedure, provided that the application meets the requirements laid down in paragraphs (3) to (7) of this Article.
Member States may decide that the registration procedure pursuant to this Article and the authorisation procedure pursuant to Article 58 constitute a single procedure, provided that the application meets the requirements laid down in paragraphs (3) to (7) of this Article.
Die Mitgliedstaaten können beschließen, dass das Registrierungsverfahren nach diesem Artikel und das Genehmigungsverfahren nach Artikel 58 ein einheitliches Verfahren bilden, sofern der Antrag die Anforderungen der Absätze 3 bis 7 dieses Artikels erfüllt.
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The competent authority shall:
- (a) make available on its website information about the application process via an electronic data-processing system;
- (b) grant registrations and provide a registration number within a maximum period of 12 weeks from the moment that all the information required under paragraphs 2 and 3 is provided.
The competent authority shall:
- (a) make available on its website information about the application process via an electronic data-processing system;
- (b) grant registrations and provide a registration number within a maximum period of 12 weeks from the moment that all the information required under paragraphs 2 and 3 is provided.
Die zuständige Behörde:
- (a) stellt auf ihrer Website Informationen über das Antragsverfahren über ein elektronisches Datenverarbeitungssystem bereit;
- (b) erteilt die Registrierung und eine Registrierungsnummer innerhalb einer Frist von höchstens zwölf Wochen ab dem Zeitpunkt, zu dem alle nach den Absätzen 2 und 3 erforderlichen Informationen vorgelegt wurden.
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The competent authority may:
- (a) lay down modalities with regard to the requirements and process of registration without adding substantive requirements to those laid down in paragraphs 2 and 3;
- (b) charge cost-based and proportionate fees to producers for the processing of the applications referred to in paragraph 2.
The competent authority may:
- (a) lay down modalities with regard to the requirements and process of registration without adding substantive requirements to those laid down in paragraphs 2 and 3;
- (b) charge cost-based and proportionate fees to producers for the processing of the applications referred to in paragraph 2.
Die zuständige Behörde kann:
- (a) Einzelheiten zu den Anforderungen und zum Registrierungsverfahren festlegen, ohne den in den Absätzen 2 und 3 festgelegten Anforderungen zusätzliche inhaltliche Anforderungen hinzuzufügen;
- (b) den Herstellern für die Bearbeitung der in Absatz 2 genannten Anträge kostenbasierte und verhältnismäßige Gebühren auferlegen.
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The competent authority may refuse to register a producer or withdraw the producer’s registration where the information referred to in paragraph 3 and related documentary evidence are not provided or are not sufficient, or where the producer no longer meets the requirements laid down in paragraph 3, point (d).The competent authority shall withdraw the producer’s registration if it has ceased to exist.
The competent authority may refuse to register a producer or withdraw the producer’s registration where the information referred to in paragraph 3 and related documentary evidence are not provided or are not sufficient, or where the producer no longer meets the requirements laid down in paragraph 3, point (d). The competent authority shall withdraw the producer’s registration if it has ceased to exist.
Die zuständige Behörde kann die Registrierung eines Herstellers verweigern oder zurücknehmen, wenn die in Absatz 3 genannten Informationen und die entsprechenden Nachweise nicht vorgelegt werden oder nicht ausreichen oder wenn der Hersteller die Anforderungen des Absatzes 3 Buchstabe d nicht mehr erfüllt. Die zuständige Behörde nimmt die Registrierung des Herstellers zurück, wenn dieser nicht mehr besteht.
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The producer, or, where applicable, authorised representative for extended producer responsibility or the producer responsibility organisation appointed on behalf of the producers it represents shall without undue delay notify the competent authority of any changes to the information contained in the registration and of any permanent cessation as regards the making available on the market within the territory of the Member State of the batteries referred to in the registration.
The producer, or, where applicable, authorised representative for extended producer responsibility or the producer responsibility organisation appointed on behalf of the producers it represents shall without undue delay notify the competent authority of any changes to the information contained in the registration and of any permanent cessation as regards the making available on the market within the territory of the Member State of the batteries referred to in the registration.
Der Hersteller oder gegebenenfalls der Bevollmächtigte für die erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung oder die im Namen der von ihm vertretenen Hersteller bestellte Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung teilt der zuständigen Behörde unverzüglich jede Änderung der in der Registrierung enthaltenen Informationen sowie jede dauerhafte Einstellung der Bereitstellung der in der Registrierung genannten Batterien auf dem Markt im Hoheitsgebiet des Mitgliedstaats mit.
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Where the information in the register of producers is not publicly accessible, Member States shall ensure that providers of online platforms allowing consumers to conclude distance contracts with producers are granted access, free of charge, to the information in the register.
Where the information in the register of producers is not publicly accessible, Member States shall ensure that providers of online platforms allowing consumers to conclude distance contracts with producers are granted access, free of charge, to the information in the register.
Ist die im Herstellerregister enthaltene Information nicht öffentlich zugänglich, so stellen die Mitgliedstaaten sicher, dass Anbietern von Online-Plattformen, die es Verbrauchern ermöglichen, Fernabsatzverträge mit Herstellern zu schließen, kostenlos Zugang zu den Informationen im Register gewährt wird.
Article 56 — Extended Producer Responsibility Article 56 — Extended Producer Responsibility Article 56 — Erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung
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Producers shall have extended producer responsibility for batteries that they make available on the market for the first time within the territory of a Member State. Such producers shall comply with the requirements of Articles 8 and 8a of Directive 2008/98/EC and of this Chapter.
Producers shall have extended producer responsibility for batteries that they make available on the market for the first time within the territory of a Member State. Such producers shall comply with the requirements of Articles 8 and 8a of Directive 2008/98/EC and of this Chapter.
Hersteller tragen die erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung für Batterien, die sie erstmals im Hoheitsgebiet eines Mitgliedstaats auf dem Markt bereitstellen. Diese Hersteller erfüllen die Anforderungen der Artikel 8 und 8a der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG sowie dieses Kapitels.
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An economic operator that makes available on the market for the first time within the territory of a Member State a battery that results from preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing operations shall be considered to be the producer of such battery for the purposes of this Regulation and shall have extended producer responsibility.
An economic operator that makes available on the market for the first time within the territory of a Member State a battery that results from preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing operations shall be considered to be the producer of such battery for the purposes of this Regulation and shall have extended producer responsibility.
Ein Wirtschaftsakteur, der erstmals im Hoheitsgebiet eines Mitgliedstaats eine Batterie auf dem Markt bereitstellt, die aus Vorgängen der Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, der Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, der Umnutzung oder der Wiederaufarbeitung hervorgegangen ist, gilt für die Zwecke dieser Verordnung als Hersteller dieser Batterie und trägt die erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung.
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A producer as defined in Article 3, point (47)(d) shall appoint an authorised representative for extended producer responsibility in each Member State in which it sells batteries. Such appointment shall be made by written mandate.
A producer as defined in Article 3, point (47)(d) shall appoint an authorised representative for extended producer responsibility in each Member State in which it sells batteries. Such appointment shall be made by written mandate.
Ein Hersteller im Sinne des Artikels 3 Nummer 47 Buchstabe d bestellt in jedem Mitgliedstaat, in dem er Batterien verkauft, einen Bevollmächtigten für die erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung. Diese Bestellung erfolgt durch schriftliche Vollmacht.
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The financial contributions to be paid by the producer shall cover the following costs for the products that the producer makes available on the market in the Member State concerned:
- (a) costs of separate collection of waste batteries and their subsequent transport and treatment, taking into account any revenues obtained from preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing or from the value of secondary raw materials recovered from recycled waste batteries;
- (b) costs of carrying out a compositional survey of collected mixed municipal waste in accordance with Article 69(5);
- (c) costs of providing information on prevention and management of waste batteries in accordance with Article 74;
- (d) costs of data gathering and reporting to the competent authorities in accordance with Article 75.
The financial contributions to be paid by the producer shall cover the following costs for the products that the producer makes available on the market in the Member State concerned:
- (a) costs of separate collection of waste batteries and their subsequent transport and treatment, taking into account any revenues obtained from preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing or from the value of secondary raw materials recovered from recycled waste batteries;
- (b) costs of carrying out a compositional survey of collected mixed municipal waste in accordance with Article 69(5);
- (c) costs of providing information on prevention and management of waste batteries in accordance with Article 74;
- (d) costs of data gathering and reporting to the competent authorities in accordance with Article 75.
Die vom Hersteller zu zahlenden finanziellen Beiträge decken für die Produkte, die der Hersteller im betreffenden Mitgliedstaat auf dem Markt bereitstellt, folgende Kosten ab:
- (a) die Kosten der getrennten Sammlung von Altbatterien sowie ihres anschließenden Transports und ihrer Behandlung, unter Berücksichtigung etwaiger Einnahmen aus der Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung oder zur Umnutzung oder aus dem Wert der aus recycelten Altbatterien zurückgewonnenen sekundären Rohstoffe;
- (b) die Kosten der Durchführung einer Sortieranalyse der gesammelten gemischten Siedlungsabfälle gemäß Artikel 69 Absatz 5;
- (c) die Kosten der Bereitstellung von Informationen über die Vermeidung und Bewirtschaftung von Altbatterien gemäß Artikel 74;
- (d) die Kosten der Datenerhebung und Berichterstattung an die zuständigen Behörden gemäß Artikel 75.
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In the case of making available batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, both the producers of the original batteries and the producers of the batteries that are placed on the market as a result of those operations, may establish and adjust a cost sharing mechanism, based on the actual attribution of costs between the different producers, for the costs referred to in paragraph 4, points (a), (c) and (d).Where a battery referred to in paragraph 2 is subject to more than one extended producer responsibility, the first producer making that battery available on the market shall not bear additional costs as a result of the cost sharing mechanism referred to in the first subparagraph.The Commission shall facilitate the exchange of information and sharing of best practices among Member States regarding such cost sharing mechanisms.
In the case of making available batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, both the producers of the original batteries and the producers of the batteries that are placed on the market as a result of those operations, may establish and adjust a cost sharing mechanism, based on the actual attribution of costs between the different producers, for the costs referred to in paragraph 4, points (a), (c) and (d). Where a battery referred to in paragraph 2 is subject to more than one extended producer responsibility, the first producer making that battery available on the market shall not bear additional costs as a result of the cost sharing mechanism referred to in the first subparagraph. The Commission shall facilitate the exchange of information and sharing of best practices among Member States regarding such cost sharing mechanisms.
Bei der Bereitstellung von Batterien, die Gegenstand einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, einer Umnutzung oder einer Wiederaufarbeitung waren, können sowohl die Hersteller der ursprünglichen Batterien als auch die Hersteller der aufgrund dieser Vorgänge auf dem Markt bereitgestellten Batterien für die in Absatz 4 Buchstaben a, c und d genannten Kosten einen Kostenteilungsmechanismus einrichten und anpassen, der auf der tatsächlichen Zuordnung der Kosten zwischen den verschiedenen Herstellern beruht. Unterliegt eine Batterie nach Absatz 2 mehr als einer erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung, so trägt der erste Hersteller, der diese Batterie auf dem Markt bereitstellt, infolge des im ersten Unterabsatz genannten Kostenteilungsmechanismus keine zusätzlichen Kosten. Die Kommission erleichtert den Austausch von Informationen und bewährten Verfahren zwischen den Mitgliedstaaten über solche Kostenteilungsmechanismen.
Article 57 — Producer Responsibility Organisation Article 57 — Producer Responsibility Organisation Article 57 — Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung
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Producers may appoint a producer responsibility organisation authorised in accordance with Article 58 to fulfil the extended producer responsibility obligations on their behalf. Member States may adopt measures to make the appointment of a producer responsibility organisation mandatory. Such measures shall be justified on the basis of the specific characteristics of a given category of batteries placed on the market and related waste management characteristics.
Producers may appoint a producer responsibility organisation authorised in accordance with Article 58 to fulfil the extended producer responsibility obligations on their behalf. Member States may adopt measures to make the appointment of a producer responsibility organisation mandatory. Such measures shall be justified on the basis of the specific characteristics of a given category of batteries placed on the market and related waste management characteristics.
Hersteller können eine gemäß Artikel 58 zugelassene Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung bestellen, die die Verpflichtungen aus der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung in ihrem Namen erfüllt. Die Mitgliedstaaten können Maßnahmen erlassen, durch die die Bestellung einer Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung vorgeschrieben wird. Diese Maßnahmen müssen anhand der spezifischen Merkmale einer bestimmten Kategorie von auf dem Markt bereitgestellten Batterien und der damit verbundenen Merkmale der Abfallbewirtschaftung gerechtfertigt sein.
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In the case of a collective fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations, producer responsibility organisations shall ensure equal treatment of producers regardless of their origin or size, without placing a disproportionate burden on producers of small quantities of batteries, including small- and medium-sized enterprises. They shall also ensure that the financial contributions paid to them by producers:
- (a) are modulated in accordance with Article 8a(4), point (b), of Directive 2008/98/EC and as a minimum by battery category and battery chemistry, taking into account as appropriate the rechargeability, the level of recycled content in the manufacture of batteries and whether the batteries were subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, and their carbon footprint; and
- (b) are adjusted to take account of any revenues obtained by the producer responsibility organisations from preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing or from the value of secondary raw materials recovered from recycled waste batteries.
In the case of a collective fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations, producer responsibility organisations shall ensure equal treatment of producers regardless of their origin or size, without placing a disproportionate burden on producers of small quantities of batteries, including small- and medium-sized enterprises. They shall also ensure that the financial contributions paid to them by producers:
- (a) are modulated in accordance with Article 8a(4), point (b), of Directive 2008/98/EC and as a minimum by battery category and battery chemistry, taking into account as appropriate the rechargeability, the level of recycled content in the manufacture of batteries and whether the batteries were subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, and their carbon footprint; and
- (b) are adjusted to take account of any revenues obtained by the producer responsibility organisations from preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing or from the value of secondary raw materials recovered from recycled waste batteries.
Im Falle der kollektiven Erfüllung der Verpflichtungen aus der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung gewährleisten die Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung die Gleichbehandlung der Hersteller unabhängig von ihrer Herkunft oder Größe, ohne Herstellern kleiner Batteriemengen, einschließlich kleiner und mittlerer Unternehmen, eine unverhältnismäßige Belastung aufzuerlegen. Sie gewährleisten außerdem, dass die von den Herstellern an sie gezahlten finanziellen Beiträge:
- (a) gemäß Artikel 8a Absatz 4 Buchstabe b der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG und mindestens nach Batteriekategorie und Batteriechemie differenziert werden, wobei gegebenenfalls die Wiederaufladbarkeit, der Anteil an recycelten Materialien bei der Herstellung der Batterien, die Tatsache, ob die Batterien Gegenstand einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, einer Umnutzung oder einer Wiederaufarbeitung waren, sowie ihr CO₂-Fußabdruck berücksichtigt werden; und
- (b) angepasst werden, um etwaige Einnahmen der Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung aus der Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung oder zur Umnutzung oder aus dem Wert der aus recycelten Altbatterien zurückgewonnenen sekundären Rohstoffe zu berücksichtigen.
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Where, in a Member State, multiple producer responsibility organisations are authorised to fulfil extended producer responsibility obligations on behalf of producers, they shall ensure coverage across the whole territory of the Member State of the activities referred to in Article 59(1), Article 60(1) and Article 61(1). Member States shall designate the competent authority or appoint an independent third party to ensure that producer responsibility organisations fulfil their obligations in coordinated manner.
Where, in a Member State, multiple producer responsibility organisations are authorised to fulfil extended producer responsibility obligations on behalf of producers, they shall ensure coverage across the whole territory of the Member State of the activities referred to in Article 59(1), Article 60(1) and Article 61(1). Member States shall designate the competent authority or appoint an independent third party to ensure that producer responsibility organisations fulfil their obligations in coordinated manner.
Sind in einem Mitgliedstaat mehrere Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung zur Erfüllung der Verpflichtungen aus der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung im Namen der Hersteller zugelassen, so gewährleisten sie die Abdeckung der in Artikel 59 Absatz 1, Artikel 60 Absatz 1 und Artikel 61 Absatz 1 genannten Tätigkeiten im gesamten Hoheitsgebiet des Mitgliedstaats. Die Mitgliedstaaten benennen die zuständige Behörde oder bestellen einen unabhängigen Dritten, um sicherzustellen, dass die Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung ihre Verpflichtungen koordiniert erfüllen.
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Producer responsibility organisations shall ensure the confidentiality of the data in its possession as regards proprietary information or information directly attributable to individual producers or their authorised representatives for extended producer responsibility.
Producer responsibility organisations shall ensure the confidentiality of the data in its possession as regards proprietary information or information directly attributable to individual producers or their authorised representatives for extended producer responsibility.
Die Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung gewährleisten die Vertraulichkeit der in ihrem Besitz befindlichen Daten, soweit es sich um geschützte Informationen oder unmittelbar einzelnen Herstellern oder ihren Bevollmächtigten für die erweiterte Herstellerverantwortung zurechenbare Informationen handelt.
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In addition to the information referred to in Article 8a(3), point (e), of Directive 2008/98/EC, producer responsibility organisations shall publish on their websites at least each year, subject to commercial and industrial confidentiality, the information on the rate of separate collection of waste batteries, recycling efficiencies and the levels of recovery of materials achieved by the producers which appointed the producer responsibility organisation.
In addition to the information referred to in Article 8a(3), point (e), of Directive 2008/98/EC, producer responsibility organisations shall publish on their websites at least each year, subject to commercial and industrial confidentiality, the information on the rate of separate collection of waste batteries, recycling efficiencies and the levels of recovery of materials achieved by the producers which appointed the producer responsibility organisation.
Zusätzlich zu den in Artikel 8a Absatz 3 Buchstabe e der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG genannten Informationen veröffentlichen die Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung mindestens jährlich, vorbehaltlich der Wahrung der Geschäfts- und Betriebsgeheimnisse, auf ihren Websites Informationen über die Quote der getrennten Sammlung von Altbatterien, die Recyclingeffizienzen und die von den Herstellern, die die Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung bestellt haben, erzielten Rückgewinnungsquoten für Materialien.
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In addition to the information referred to in paragraph 5, producer responsibility organisations shall make publicly available information on the selection procedure for waste management operators selected in accordance with paragraph 8.
In addition to the information referred to in paragraph 5, producer responsibility organisations shall make publicly available information on the selection procedure for waste management operators selected in accordance with paragraph 8.
Zusätzlich zu den in Absatz 5 genannten Informationen machen die Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung Informationen über das Auswahlverfahren für die gemäß Absatz 8 ausgewählten Abfallbewirtschaftungsbetreiber öffentlich zugänglich.
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Where necessary to avoid distortion of the internal market, the Commission is empowered to adopt an implementing act laying down criteria for the application of paragraph 2, point (a), of this Article. That implementing act shall not concern the precise determination of the level of the contributions and shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Where necessary to avoid distortion of the internal market, the Commission is empowered to adopt an implementing act laying down criteria for the application of paragraph 2, point (a), of this Article. That implementing act shall not concern the precise determination of the level of the contributions and shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Soweit dies erforderlich ist, um Wettbewerbsverzerrungen im Binnenmarkt zu vermeiden, wird die Kommission ermächtigt, einen Durchführungsrechtsakt zur Festlegung von Kriterien für die Anwendung des Absatzes 2 Buchstabe a dieses Artikels zu erlassen. Dieser Durchführungsrechtsakt betrifft nicht die genaue Festlegung der Höhe der Beiträge und wird gemäß dem in Artikel 90 Absatz 3 genannten Prüfverfahren erlassen.
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Waste management operators shall be subject to a non-discriminatory selection procedure, based on transparent award criteria, carried out by producers or producer responsibility organisations and which does not place a disproportionate burden on small- and medium-sized enterprises.
Waste management operators shall be subject to a non-discriminatory selection procedure, based on transparent award criteria, carried out by producers or producer responsibility organisations and which does not place a disproportionate burden on small- and medium-sized enterprises.
Abfallbewirtschaftungsbetreiber unterliegen einem von Herstellern oder Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung durchgeführten diskriminierungsfreien Auswahlverfahren, das auf transparenten Zuschlagskriterien beruht und kleine und mittlere Unternehmen nicht unverhältnismäßig belastet.
Article 58 — Authorisation on fulfilment of extended producer responsibility Article 58 — Authorisation on fulfilment of extended producer responsibility Article 58 — Genehmigung der Erfüllung der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung
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A producer, in the case of individual fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations, and producer responsibility organisations appointed in the case of collective fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations, shall apply for an authorisation on fulfilment of extended producer responsibility from the competent authority.
A producer, in the case of individual fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations, and producer responsibility organisations appointed in the case of collective fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations, shall apply for an authorisation on fulfilment of extended producer responsibility from the competent authority.
Ein Hersteller beantragt im Falle der individuellen Erfüllung der Verpflichtungen aus der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung und eine im Falle der kollektiven Erfüllung dieser Verpflichtungen bestellte Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung bei der zuständigen Behörde eine Genehmigung der Erfüllung der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung.
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The authorisation shall be granted only where it is demonstrated:
- (a) that requirements laid down in Article 8a(3), points (a) to (d), of the Directive 2008/98/EC are complied with and the measures put in place by the producer or producer responsibility organisation are sufficient to fulfil the obligations set out in this Chapter with regard to the amount of batteries made available on the market for the first time within the territory of a Member State by the producer or producers on whose behalf the producer responsibility organisation acts; and
- (b) by providing documentary evidence, that the requirements of Article 59(1) and (2) or the requirements of Article 60(1), (2) and (4), are complied with and that all the arrangements are in place to make it possible to attain and maintain durably at least the collection target referred to in Article 59(3) and Article 60(3), respectively.
The authorisation shall be granted only where it is demonstrated:
- (a) that requirements laid down in Article 8a(3), points (a) to (d), of the Directive 2008/98/EC are complied with and the measures put in place by the producer or producer responsibility organisation are sufficient to fulfil the obligations set out in this Chapter with regard to the amount of batteries made available on the market for the first time within the territory of a Member State by the producer or producers on whose behalf the producer responsibility organisation acts; and
- (b) by providing documentary evidence, that the requirements of Article 59(1) and (2) or the requirements of Article 60(1), (2) and (4), are complied with and that all the arrangements are in place to make it possible to attain and maintain durably at least the collection target referred to in Article 59(3) and Article 60(3), respectively.
Die Genehmigung wird nur erteilt, wenn nachgewiesen wird,
- (a) dass die in Artikel 8a Absatz 3 Buchstaben a bis d der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG festgelegten Anforderungen eingehalten werden und die vom Hersteller oder von der Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung getroffenen Maßnahmen ausreichen, um die in diesem Kapitel festgelegten Verpflichtungen hinsichtlich der Menge der Batterien zu erfüllen, die vom Hersteller oder von den Herstellern, in deren Namen die Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung handelt, erstmals im Hoheitsgebiet eines Mitgliedstaats auf dem Markt bereitgestellt werden; und
- (b) durch Vorlage von Nachweisen, dass die Anforderungen des Artikels 59 Absätze 1 und 2 oder des Artikels 60 Absätze 1, 2 und 4 eingehalten werden und alle Vorkehrungen getroffen wurden, um mindestens das in Artikel 59 Absatz 3 bzw. Artikel 60 Absatz 3 genannte Sammelziel zu erreichen und dauerhaft einzuhalten.
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Member States shall, in their measures laying down administrative and procedural rules referred to in Article 54(3), point (b), include the details of the authorisation procedure, which may differ according to whether it relates to individual or collective fulfilment of the extended producer responsibility obligations, and the modalities for verifying compliance of producers or producer responsibility organisations, including the information to be provided by producers or producer responsibility organisations to that end. The authorisation procedure shall include requirements on the verification of the arrangements put in place to ensure compliance with the requirements laid down in Article 59(1) and (2) and in Article 60(1), (2) and (4), and timeframes for the verification, which shall not exceed 12 weeks from the submission of a complete application dossier. The verification may be carried out by an independent expert, which shall issue a verification report on the result of verification.
Member States shall, in their measures laying down administrative and procedural rules referred to in Article 54(3), point (b), include the details of the authorisation procedure, which may differ according to whether it relates to individual or collective fulfilment of the extended producer responsibility obligations, and the modalities for verifying compliance of producers or producer responsibility organisations, including the information to be provided by producers or producer responsibility organisations to that end. The authorisation procedure shall include requirements on the verification of the arrangements put in place to ensure compliance with the requirements laid down in Article 59(1) and (2) and in Article 60(1), (2) and (4), and timeframes for the verification, which shall not exceed 12 weeks from the submission of a complete application dossier. The verification may be carried out by an independent expert, which shall issue a verification report on the result of verification.
Die Mitgliedstaaten nehmen in ihre Maßnahmen zur Festlegung der in Artikel 54 Absatz 3 Buchstabe b genannten Verwaltungs- und Verfahrensvorschriften die Einzelheiten des Genehmigungsverfahrens auf, die sich danach unterscheiden können, ob es sich um eine individuelle oder kollektive Erfüllung der Verpflichtungen aus der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung handelt, sowie die Modalitäten für die Überprüfung der Einhaltung durch Hersteller oder Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung, einschließlich der hierzu von Herstellern oder Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung bereitzustellenden Informationen. Das Genehmigungsverfahren umfasst Anforderungen an die Überprüfung der getroffenen Vorkehrungen zur Sicherstellung der Einhaltung der Anforderungen des Artikels 59 Absätze 1 und 2 sowie des Artikels 60 Absätze 1, 2 und 4 sowie Fristen für die Überprüfung, die zwölf Wochen ab Einreichung eines vollständigen Antragsdossiers nicht überschreiten dürfen. Die Überprüfung kann von einem unabhängigen Sachverständigen durchgeführt werden, der einen Überprüfungsbericht über das Ergebnis der Überprüfung ausstellt.
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The producer or the producer responsibility organisations shall notify the competent authority without undue delay of any changes to the information contained in the authorisation, of any changes that concern the terms of the authorisation or of the permanent cessation of operations.
The producer or the producer responsibility organisations shall notify the competent authority without undue delay of any changes to the information contained in the authorisation, of any changes that concern the terms of the authorisation or of the permanent cessation of operations.
Der Hersteller oder die Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung unterrichten die zuständige Behörde unverzüglich über jede Änderung der in der Genehmigung enthaltenen Informationen, jede Änderung der Genehmigungsbedingungen oder die dauerhafte Einstellung ihrer Tätigkeit.
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The self-control mechanism provided for in Article 8a(3), point (d), of Directive 2008/98/EC shall be carried out regularly, and at least every three years, and upon request by the competent authority, in order to verify that the provisions in that point are complied with and the conditions for authorisation referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article continue to be met. The producer or the producer responsibility organisation shall, upon request, present a self-control report and, where necessary, the draft corrective action plan to the competent authority. Without prejudice to the competencies under paragraph 6 of this Article, the competent authority may make observations on the self-control report and on the draft corrective action plan, and shall communicate any such observations to the producer or the producer responsibility organisation. The producer or the producer responsibility organisation shall draw up and implement the corrective action plan based on those observations.
The self-control mechanism provided for in Article 8a(3), point (d), of Directive 2008/98/EC shall be carried out regularly, and at least every three years, and upon request by the competent authority, in order to verify that the provisions in that point are complied with and the conditions for authorisation referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article continue to be met. The producer or the producer responsibility organisation shall, upon request, present a self-control report and, where necessary, the draft corrective action plan to the competent authority. Without prejudice to the competencies under paragraph 6 of this Article, the competent authority may make observations on the self-control report and on the draft corrective action plan, and shall communicate any such observations to the producer or the producer responsibility organisation. The producer or the producer responsibility organisation shall draw up and implement the corrective action plan based on those observations.
Der in Artikel 8a Absatz 3 Buchstabe d der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG vorgesehene Selbstkontrollmechanismus wird regelmäßig, mindestens alle drei Jahre sowie auf Ersuchen der zuständigen Behörde durchgeführt, um zu überprüfen, dass die Bestimmungen jenes Buchstabens eingehalten werden und die in Absatz 2 dieses Artikels genannten Genehmigungsbedingungen weiterhin erfüllt sind. Der Hersteller oder die Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung legt der zuständigen Behörde auf Ersuchen einen Selbstkontrollbericht und gegebenenfalls den Entwurf eines Korrekturmaßnahmenplans vor. Unbeschadet der Befugnisse nach Absatz 6 dieses Artikels kann die zuständige Behörde Anmerkungen zum Selbstkontrollbericht und zum Entwurf des Korrekturmaßnahmenplans abgeben und diese dem Hersteller oder der Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung mitteilen. Der Hersteller oder die Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung erstellt und setzt den Korrekturmaßnahmenplan auf der Grundlage dieser Anmerkungen um.
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The competent authority may decide to revoke the authorisation if collection targets laid down in Article 59(3) or Article 60(3) are not met or the producer or producer responsibility organisation no longer meets the requirements with regard to the organisation of the collection and treatment of waste batteries or fails in relation to reporting to the competent authority or fails to notify it of any changes that concern the terms of the authorisation, or has ceased operations.
The competent authority may decide to revoke the authorisation if collection targets laid down in Article 59(3) or Article 60(3) are not met or the producer or producer responsibility organisation no longer meets the requirements with regard to the organisation of the collection and treatment of waste batteries or fails in relation to reporting to the competent authority or fails to notify it of any changes that concern the terms of the authorisation, or has ceased operations.
Die zuständige Behörde kann beschließen, die Genehmigung zu widerrufen, wenn die in Artikel 59 Absatz 3 oder Artikel 60 Absatz 3 festgelegten Sammelziele nicht erreicht werden, der Hersteller oder die Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung die Anforderungen an die Organisation der Sammlung und Behandlung von Altbatterien nicht mehr erfüllt, seinen bzw. ihren Berichtspflichten gegenüber der zuständigen Behörde nicht nachkommt, diese nicht über Änderungen der Genehmigungsbedingungen unterrichtet oder den Betrieb eingestellt hat.
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A producer, in the case of individual fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations, and producer responsibility organisations appointed in the case of collective fulfilment of extended producer responsibility, shall provide a guarantee intended to cover the costs related to waste management operations due by the producer, or the producer responsibility organisation, in the event of non-compliance with the extended producer responsibility obligations, including in the event of permanent cessation of their operations or insolvency. Member States may specify additional requirements concerning such guarantee. In the case of a state-run producer responsibility organisation, such guarantee may be provided otherwise than by the organisation itself and may take the form of a public fund that is financed by producers’ fees and for which the Member State running the organisation is jointly and severally liable.
A producer, in the case of individual fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations, and producer responsibility organisations appointed in the case of collective fulfilment of extended producer responsibility, shall provide a guarantee intended to cover the costs related to waste management operations due by the producer, or the producer responsibility organisation, in the event of non-compliance with the extended producer responsibility obligations, including in the event of permanent cessation of their operations or insolvency. Member States may specify additional requirements concerning such guarantee. In the case of a state-run producer responsibility organisation, such guarantee may be provided otherwise than by the organisation itself and may take the form of a public fund that is financed by producers’ fees and for which the Member State running the organisation is jointly and severally liable.
Ein Hersteller im Falle der individuellen Erfüllung der Verpflichtungen aus der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung und im Falle der kollektiven Erfüllung dieser Verpflichtungen bestellte Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung leisten eine Sicherheit zur Deckung der Kosten für die vom Hersteller oder von der Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung geschuldeten Abfallbewirtschaftungsvorgänge im Falle der Nichteinhaltung der Verpflichtungen aus der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung, auch im Falle der dauerhaften Einstellung ihrer Tätigkeit oder ihrer Zahlungsunfähigkeit. Die Mitgliedstaaten können zusätzliche Anforderungen an eine solche Sicherheit festlegen. Im Falle einer staatlich betriebenen Organisation für Herstellerverantwortung kann diese Sicherheit auf andere Weise als durch die Organisation selbst geleistet werden und die Form eines öffentlichen Fonds annehmen, der durch Herstellergebühren finanziert wird und für den der die Organisation betreibende Mitgliedstaat gesamtschuldnerisch haftet.
Article 59 — Collection of waste portable batteries Article 59 — Collection of waste portable batteries Article 59 — Sammlung von Geräte-Altbatterien
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Producers of portable batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall ensure that all waste portable batteries, regardless of their nature, chemical composition, condition, brand or origin, are collected separately in the territory of a Member State where they make portable batteries available on the market for the first time. For that purpose they shall:
- (a) establish a waste portable battery take-back and collection system;
- (b) offer the collection of waste portable batteries, free of charge, to the entities referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), and provide for the collection of waste portable batteries from all entities that have made use of that offer (connected collection points for waste portable batteries);
- (c) provide for the necessary practical arrangements for collection and transport of waste portable batteries, including the provision, free of charge, of suitable collection and transport containers meeting the requirements of Directive 2008/68/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council
Directive 2008/68/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 24 September 2008 on the inland transport of dangerous goods (OJ L 260, 30.9.2008, p. 13).
, to the connected collection points for waste portable batteries;
- (d) collect, free of charge, the waste portable batteries collected at the connected collection points, with a frequency that is proportionate to the area covered and the volume and hazardous nature of the waste portable batteries usually collected through the connected collection points for waste portable batteries;
- (e) collect, free of charge, the waste portable batteries removed from waste electrical and electronic equipment, with a frequency that is proportionate to the volume and hazardous nature of the waste portable batteries;
- (f) ensure that the waste portable batteries collected from the connected collection points for waste portable batteries and removed from waste electrical and electronic equipment are subsequently subject to treatment in a permitted facility by a waste management operator in accordance with Article 70.
Producers of portable batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall ensure that all waste portable batteries, regardless of their nature, chemical composition, condition, brand or origin, are collected separately in the territory of a Member State where they make portable batteries available on the market for the first time. For that purpose they shall:
- (a) establish a waste portable battery take-back and collection system;
- (b) offer the collection of waste portable batteries, free of charge, to the entities referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), and provide for the collection of waste portable batteries from all entities that have made use of that offer (connected collection points for waste portable batteries);
- (c) provide for the necessary practical arrangements for collection and transport of waste portable batteries, including the provision, free of charge, of suitable collection and transport containers meeting the requirements of Directive 2008/68/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council, to the connected collection points for waste portable batteries;
- (d) collect, free of charge, the waste portable batteries collected at the connected collection points, with a frequency that is proportionate to the area covered and the volume and hazardous nature of the waste portable batteries usually collected through the connected collection points for waste portable batteries;
- (e) collect, free of charge, the waste portable batteries removed from waste electrical and electronic equipment, with a frequency that is proportionate to the volume and hazardous nature of the waste portable batteries;
- (f) ensure that the waste portable batteries collected from the connected collection points for waste portable batteries and removed from waste electrical and electronic equipment are subsequently subject to treatment in a permitted facility by a waste management operator in accordance with Article 70.
Hersteller von Gerätebatterien oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 bestellt, Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung stellen sicher, dass alle Geräte-Altbatterien unabhängig von ihrer Art, chemischen Zusammensetzung, ihrem Zustand, ihrer Marke oder Herkunft im Hoheitsgebiet eines Mitgliedstaats, in dem sie erstmals Gerätebatterien auf dem Markt bereitstellen, getrennt gesammelt werden. Zu diesem Zweck:
- (a) richten sie ein Rücknahme- und Sammelsystem für Geräte-Altbatterien ein;
- (b) bieten sie den in Absatz 2 Buchstabe a genannten Einrichtungen die Sammlung von Geräte-Altbatterien kostenlos an und sorgen für die Sammlung von Geräte-Altbatterien bei allen Einrichtungen, die dieses Angebot angenommen haben (angeschlossene Sammelstellen für Geräte-Altbatterien);
- (c) treffen sie die erforderlichen praktischen Vorkehrungen für die Sammlung und Beförderung von Geräte-Altbatterien, einschließlich der kostenlosen Bereitstellung geeigneter Sammel- und Beförderungsbehälter, die den Anforderungen der Richtlinie 2008/68/EG des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates entsprechen, für die angeschlossenen Sammelstellen für Geräte-Altbatterien;
- (d) sammeln sie die bei den angeschlossenen Sammelstellen gesammelten Geräte-Altbatterien kostenlos in einer Häufigkeit ein, die dem abgedeckten Gebiet sowie der Menge und der gefährlichen Beschaffenheit der üblicherweise über die angeschlossenen Sammelstellen gesammelten Geräte-Altbatterien angemessen ist;
- (e) sammeln sie die aus Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräten entfernten Geräte-Altbatterien kostenlos in einer Häufigkeit ein, die der Menge und der gefährlichen Beschaffenheit der Geräte-Altbatterien angemessen ist;
- (f) stellen sie sicher, dass die bei den angeschlossenen Sammelstellen gesammelten und aus Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräten entfernten Geräte-Altbatterien anschließend von einem Abfallbewirtschaftungsbetreiber in einer genehmigten Anlage gemäß Artikel 70 behandelt werden.
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Producers of portable batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall ensure that the waste portable battery take-back and collection system:
(a) consists of collection points set up by them in cooperation with one or more of the following:
- (i) distributors in accordance with Article 62;
- (ii) end-of-life vehicle treatment facilities subject to Directive 2000/53/EC;
- (iii) public authorities, or third parties carrying out waste management on their behalf, in accordance with Article 66;
- (iv) voluntary collection points in accordance with Article 67;
- (v) waste electrical and electronic equipment treatment facilities subject to Directive 2012/19/EU; and
(b) covers the whole territory of the Member State taking into account population size and density, expected volume of waste portable batteries, accessibility for and proximity to end-users, not being limited to areas where the collection and subsequent management of waste portable batteries is profitable.
Producers of portable batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall ensure that the waste portable battery take-back and collection system:
- (a) consists of collection points set up by them in cooperation with one or more of the following:
- (i) distributors in accordance with Article 62;
- (ii) end-of-life vehicle treatment facilities subject to Directive 2000/53/EC;
- (iii) public authorities, or third parties carrying out waste management on their behalf, in accordance with Article 66;
- (iv) voluntary collection points in accordance with Article 67;
- (v) waste electrical and electronic equipment treatment facilities subject to Directive 2012/19/EU; and
- (b) covers the whole territory of the Member State taking into account population size and density, expected volume of waste portable batteries, accessibility for and proximity to end-users, not being limited to areas where the collection and subsequent management of waste portable batteries is profitable.
Hersteller von Gerätebatterien oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 bestellt, Organisationen für Herstellerverantwortung stellen sicher, dass das Rücknahme- und Sammelsystem für Geräte-Altbatterien:
- (a) aus von ihnen in Zusammenarbeit mit einer oder mehreren der folgenden Stellen eingerichteten Sammelstellen besteht:
- (i) Vertreibern gemäß Artikel 62;
- (ii) Altfahrzeugbehandlungsanlagen, die der Richtlinie 2000/53/EG unterliegen;
- (iii) Behörden oder gemäß Artikel 66 in deren Namen tätigen Dritten;
- (iv) freiwilligen Sammelstellen gemäß Artikel 67;
- (v) Behandlungsanlagen für Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte, die der Richtlinie 2012/19/EU unterliegen; und
- (b) das gesamte Hoheitsgebiet des Mitgliedstaats abdeckt, wobei die Größe und Dichte der Bevölkerung, die erwartete Menge an Geräte-Altbatterien sowie die Zugänglichkeit für Endnutzer und die Nähe zu ihnen berücksichtigt werden und nicht auf Gebiete beschränkt ist, in denen die Sammlung und anschließende Bewirtschaftung von Geräte-Altbatterien rentabel ist.
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Producers of portable batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall attain, and maintain durably, at least the following collection targets for waste portable batteries:
- (a) 45 % by 31 December 2023;
- (b) 63 % by 31 December 2027;
- (c) 73 % by 31 December 2030.
Producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall calculate the collection rate referred to in this paragraph in accordance with Annex XI.
Producers of portable batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall attain, and maintain durably, at least the following collection targets for waste portable batteries:
- (a) 45 % by 31 December 2023;
- (b) 63 % by 31 December 2027;
- (c) 73 % by 31 December 2030.
Producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall calculate the collection rate referred to in this paragraph in accordance with Annex XI.
Hersteller von Gerätebatterien oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung erreichen und halten dauerhaft mindestens die folgenden Sammelziele für Altgerätebatterien ein:
- a) 45 % bis zum 31. Dezember 2023;
- b) 63 % bis zum 31. Dezember 2027;
- c) 73 % bis zum 31. Dezember 2030.
Hersteller oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung berechnen die in diesem Absatz genannte Sammelquote gemäß Anhang XI.
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End-users shall be able to discard waste portable batteries at collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), and shall not be charged or be obliged to buy a new battery or to have bought the portable battery from the producers who set up the collection points.
End-users shall be able to discard waste portable batteries at collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), and shall not be charged or be obliged to buy a new battery or to have bought the portable battery from the producers who set up the collection points.
Endnutzer müssen Altgerätebatterien an den in Absatz 2 Buchstabe a genannten Sammelstellen abgeben können, ohne dass ihnen dafür Kosten in Rechnung gestellt werden oder sie verpflichtet sind, eine neue Batterie zu kaufen oder die Gerätebatterie bei den Herstellern erworben zu haben, die die Sammelstellen eingerichtet haben.
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Collection points set up in accordance with paragraph 2, points (a)(i), (iii) and (iv), shall not be subject to the registration or permit requirements of Directive 2008/98/EC.
Collection points set up in accordance with paragraph 2, points (a)(i), (iii) and (iv), shall not be subject to the registration or permit requirements of Directive 2008/98/EC.
Sammelstellen, die gemäß Absatz 2 Buchstabe a Ziffern i, iii und iv eingerichtet wurden, unterliegen nicht den Registrierungs- oder Genehmigungsanforderungen der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG.
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Member States may adopt measures to require that the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), of this Article may collect waste portable batteries only if they have concluded a contract with the producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations.
Member States may adopt measures to require that the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), of this Article may collect waste portable batteries only if they have concluded a contract with the producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations.
Die Mitgliedstaaten können Maßnahmen erlassen, nach denen die in Absatz 2 Buchstabe a dieses Artikels genannten Sammelstellen Altgerätebatterien nur sammeln dürfen, wenn sie einen Vertrag mit den Herstellern oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, den Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung geschlossen haben.
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In view of the expected development of the market and increase of the expected lifetime of rechargeable portable batteries, and in order to better ascertain the actual volume of waste portable batteries available for collection, the Commission is empowered to adopt, by 18 August 2027 delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the methodology to calculate the collection rate of portable batteries set out in Annex XI and to amend the collection target laid down in paragraph 3 of this Article to adapt that collection target to the new methodology while maintaining equivalent ambition and timelines.
In view of the expected development of the market and increase of the expected lifetime of rechargeable portable batteries, and in order to better ascertain the actual volume of waste portable batteries available for collection, the Commission is empowered to adopt, by 18 August 2027 delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the methodology to calculate the collection rate of portable batteries set out in Annex XI and to amend the collection target laid down in paragraph 3 of this Article to adapt that collection target to the new methodology while maintaining equivalent ambition and timelines.
Im Hinblick auf die erwartete Marktentwicklung und die zunehmende erwartete Lebensdauer wiederaufladbarer Gerätebatterien und um das tatsächliche Volumen der zur Sammlung verfügbaren Altgerätebatterien besser zu bestimmen, wird der Kommission die Befugnis übertragen, bis zum 18. August 2027 gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zu erlassen, um die in Anhang XI festgelegte Methode zur Berechnung der Sammelquote für Gerätebatterien zu ändern und das in Absatz 3 dieses Artikels festgelegte Sammelziel zu ändern, damit dieses Sammelziel an die neue Methode angepasst wird, wobei ein gleichwertiger Anspruch und gleichwertige Zeitvorgaben beibehalten werden.
Article 60 — Collection of waste LMT batteries Article 60 — Collection of waste LMT batteries Article 60 — Sammlung von Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel
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Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall ensure that all waste LMT batteries, regardless of their nature, chemical composition, condition, brand or origin, are collected separately in the territory of a Member State where they make batteries available on the market for the first time. For that purpose they shall:
- (a) establish a waste LMT battery take back and collection system;
- (b) offer the collection of waste LMT batteries, free of charge, to the entities referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), and provide for the collection of waste LMT batteries from all entities that have made use of that offer (connected collection points for LMT batteries);
- (c) provide for the necessary practical arrangements for collection and transport of waste LMT batteries, including the provision, free of charge, of suitable collection and transport containers meeting the requirements of Directive 2008/68/EC, to the connected collection points for LMT batteries;
- (d) collect, free of charge, the waste LMT batteries collected at the connected collection points for LMT batteries, with a frequency that is proportionate to the area covered and the volume and hazardous nature of the waste LMT batteries usually collected at those collection points;
- (e) collect, free of charge, the waste LMT batteries removed from waste electrical and electronic equipment, with a frequency that is proportionate to the volume and hazardous nature of the waste LMT batteries;
- (f) ensure that the waste LMT batteries collected from the connected collection points for LMT batteries and removed from waste electrical and electronic equipment are subsequently subject to treatment in a permitted facility by a waste management operator in accordance with Article 70.
Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall ensure that all waste LMT batteries, regardless of their nature, chemical composition, condition, brand or origin, are collected separately in the territory of a Member State where they make batteries available on the market for the first time. For that purpose they shall:
- (a) establish a waste LMT battery take back and collection system;
- (b) offer the collection of waste LMT batteries, free of charge, to the entities referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), and provide for the collection of waste LMT batteries from all entities that have made use of that offer (connected collection points for LMT batteries);
- (c) provide for the necessary practical arrangements for collection and transport of waste LMT batteries, including the provision, free of charge, of suitable collection and transport containers meeting the requirements of Directive 2008/68/EC, to the connected collection points for LMT batteries;
- (d) collect, free of charge, the waste LMT batteries collected at the connected collection points for LMT batteries, with a frequency that is proportionate to the area covered and the volume and hazardous nature of the waste LMT batteries usually collected at those collection points;
- (e) collect, free of charge, the waste LMT batteries removed from waste electrical and electronic equipment, with a frequency that is proportionate to the volume and hazardous nature of the waste LMT batteries;
- (f) ensure that the waste LMT batteries collected from the connected collection points for LMT batteries and removed from waste electrical and electronic equipment are subsequently subject to treatment in a permitted facility by a waste management operator in accordance with Article 70.
Hersteller von Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung stellen sicher, dass alle Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel unabhängig von ihrer Art, chemischen Zusammensetzung, ihrem Zustand, ihrer Marke oder Herkunft im Hoheitsgebiet eines Mitgliedstaats, in dem sie Batterien erstmals auf dem Markt bereitstellen, getrennt gesammelt werden. Zu diesem Zweck müssen sie:
- a) ein Rücknahme- und Sammelsystem für Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel einrichten;
- b) den in Absatz 2 Buchstabe a genannten Einrichtungen die Sammlung von Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel kostenlos anbieten und die Sammlung bei allen Einrichtungen vorsehen, die dieses Angebot angenommen haben (angeschlossene Sammelstellen für Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel);
- c) die erforderlichen praktischen Vorkehrungen für die Sammlung und Beförderung von Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel treffen, einschließlich der kostenlosen Bereitstellung geeigneter Sammel- und Beförderungsbehälter, die den Anforderungen der Richtlinie 2008/68/EG entsprechen, für die angeschlossenen Sammelstellen;
- d) die an den angeschlossenen Sammelstellen gesammelten Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel kostenlos in einer Häufigkeit abholen, die dem abgedeckten Gebiet sowie dem Volumen und der gefährlichen Beschaffenheit der dort üblicherweise gesammelten Altbatterien angemessen ist;
- e) die aus Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräten entfernten Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel kostenlos in einer Häufigkeit abholen, die dem Volumen und der gefährlichen Beschaffenheit dieser Altbatterien angemessen ist;
- f) sicherstellen, dass die an den angeschlossenen Sammelstellen gesammelten und aus Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräten entfernten Altbatterien anschließend von einem Abfallbewirtschafter in einer genehmigten Anlage gemäß Artikel 70 behandelt werden.
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Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall ensure that the take back and collection system for waste LMT batteries:
(a) consists of collection points set up by them in cooperation with one or more of the following:
- (i) distributors in accordance with Article 62;
- (ii) end-of-life vehicle treatment facilities subject to Directive 2000/53/EC;
- (iii) public authorities, or third parties carrying out waste management on their behalf, in accordance with Article 66;
- (iv) voluntary collection points in accordance with Article 67;
- (v) waste electrical and electronic equipment treatment facilities subject to Directive 2012/19/EU; and
(b) covers the whole territory of the Member State taking into account population size and density, expected volume of waste LMT batteries, accessibility for and proximity to end-users, not being limited to areas where the collection and subsequent management of waste LMT batteries is profitable.
Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall ensure that the take back and collection system for waste LMT batteries:
- (a) consists of collection points set up by them in cooperation with one or more of the following:
- (i) distributors in accordance with Article 62;
- (ii) end-of-life vehicle treatment facilities subject to Directive 2000/53/EC;
- (iii) public authorities, or third parties carrying out waste management on their behalf, in accordance with Article 66;
- (iv) voluntary collection points in accordance with Article 67;
- (v) waste electrical and electronic equipment treatment facilities subject to Directive 2012/19/EU; and
- (b) covers the whole territory of the Member State taking into account population size and density, expected volume of waste LMT batteries, accessibility for and proximity to end-users, not being limited to areas where the collection and subsequent management of waste LMT batteries is profitable.
Hersteller von Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung stellen sicher, dass das Rücknahme- und Sammelsystem für Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel:
- a) aus von ihnen in Zusammenarbeit mit einer oder mehreren der folgenden Stellen eingerichteten Sammelstellen besteht:
- i) Vertreibern gemäß Artikel 62;
- ii) Behandlungseinrichtungen für Altfahrzeuge, die der Richtlinie 2000/53/EG unterliegen;
- iii) Behörden oder in deren Auftrag tätigen Dritten, die gemäß Artikel 66 Abfälle bewirtschaften;
- iv) freiwilligen Sammelstellen gemäß Artikel 67;
- v) Behandlungseinrichtungen für Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte, die der Richtlinie 2012/19/EU unterliegen; und
- b) das gesamte Hoheitsgebiet des Mitgliedstaats abdeckt und dabei Bevölkerungsgröße und -dichte, das erwartete Volumen der Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel sowie die Zugänglichkeit für und die Nähe zu den Endnutzern berücksichtigt und nicht auf Gebiete beschränkt ist, in denen die Sammlung und anschließende Bewirtschaftung dieser Altbatterien rentabel ist.
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Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall attain, and maintain durably, at least the following collection targets of waste LMT batteries:
- (a) 51 % by 31 December 2028;
- (b) 61 % by 31 December 2031.
Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations shall calculate the collection rate referred to in this paragraph in accordance with Annex XI.
Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall attain, and maintain durably, at least the following collection targets of waste LMT batteries:
- (a) 51 % by 31 December 2028;
- (b) 61 % by 31 December 2031.
Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations shall calculate the collection rate referred to in this paragraph in accordance with Annex XI.
Hersteller von Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung erreichen und halten dauerhaft mindestens die folgenden Sammelziele für Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel ein:
- a) 51 % bis zum 31. Dezember 2028;
- b) 61 % bis zum 31. Dezember 2031.
Hersteller von Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung berechnen die in diesem Absatz genannte Sammelquote gemäß Anhang XI.
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Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall:
- (a) set up the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), with suitable collection infrastructure for the separate collection of waste LMT batteries meeting the applicable safety requirements and cover the necessary costs incurred by those collection points in relation to the take back activities; the containers for collection and temporary storage of such waste batteries at the collection points shall be suitable in view of the volume and hazardous nature of waste LMT batteries that are likely to be collected through those collection points;
- (b) collect waste LMT batteries from the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), with a frequency that is proportionate to the storage capacity of the separate collection infrastructure and the volume and hazardous nature of waste batteries that are usually collected through those collection points; and
- (c) provide for the delivery of waste LMT batteries collected from the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), of this Article to permitted facilities for treatment in accordance with Articles 70 and 73.
Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall:
- (a) set up the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), with suitable collection infrastructure for the separate collection of waste LMT batteries meeting the applicable safety requirements and cover the necessary costs incurred by those collection points in relation to the take back activities; the containers for collection and temporary storage of such waste batteries at the collection points shall be suitable in view of the volume and hazardous nature of waste LMT batteries that are likely to be collected through those collection points;
- (b) collect waste LMT batteries from the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), with a frequency that is proportionate to the storage capacity of the separate collection infrastructure and the volume and hazardous nature of waste batteries that are usually collected through those collection points; and
- (c) provide for the delivery of waste LMT batteries collected from the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), of this Article to permitted facilities for treatment in accordance with Articles 70 and 73.
Hersteller von Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung müssen:
- a) die in Absatz 2 Buchstabe a genannten Sammelstellen mit geeigneter Sammelinfrastruktur für die getrennte Sammlung von Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel ausstatten, die den geltenden Sicherheitsanforderungen entspricht, und die diesen Sammelstellen im Zusammenhang mit den Rücknahmetätigkeiten entstehenden erforderlichen Kosten tragen; die Behälter für die Sammlung und vorübergehende Lagerung solcher Altbatterien an den Sammelstellen müssen angesichts des Volumens und der gefährlichen Beschaffenheit der voraussichtlich dort gesammelten Altbatterien geeignet sein;
- b) Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel bei den in Absatz 2 Buchstabe a genannten Sammelstellen in einer Häufigkeit abholen, die der Lagerkapazität der getrennten Sammelinfrastruktur sowie dem Volumen und der gefährlichen Beschaffenheit der dort üblicherweise gesammelten Altbatterien angemessen ist; und
- c) die Lieferung der bei den in Absatz 2 Buchstabe a dieses Artikels genannten Sammelstellen gesammelten Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel an genehmigte Anlagen zur Behandlung gemäß den Artikeln 70 und 73 vorsehen.
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End-users shall be able to discard waste LMT batteries at collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), and shall not be charged or be obliged to buy a new battery or to have bought the LMT battery from the producers who set up the collection points.
End-users shall be able to discard waste LMT batteries at collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), and shall not be charged or be obliged to buy a new battery or to have bought the LMT battery from the producers who set up the collection points.
Endnutzer müssen Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel an den in Absatz 2 Buchstabe a genannten Sammelstellen abgeben können, ohne dass ihnen dafür Kosten in Rechnung gestellt werden oder sie verpflichtet sind, eine neue Batterie zu kaufen oder die Batterie für leichte Verkehrsmittel bei den Herstellern erworben zu haben, die die Sammelstellen eingerichtet haben.
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Collection points set up in accordance with paragraph 2, points (a)(i), (iii) and (iv), shall not be subject to the registration or permit requirements of Directive 2008/98/EC.
Collection points set up in accordance with paragraph 2, points (a)(i), (iii) and (iv), shall not be subject to the registration or permit requirements of Directive 2008/98/EC.
Sammelstellen, die gemäß Absatz 2 Buchstabe a Ziffern i, iii und iv eingerichtet wurden, unterliegen nicht den Registrierungs- oder Genehmigungsanforderungen der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG.
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Member States may adopt measures to require that the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), of this Article may collect waste LMT batteries only if they have concluded a contract with the producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations.
Member States may adopt measures to require that the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), of this Article may collect waste LMT batteries only if they have concluded a contract with the producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations.
Die Mitgliedstaaten können Maßnahmen erlassen, nach denen die in Absatz 2 Buchstabe a dieses Artikels genannten Sammelstellen Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel nur sammeln dürfen, wenn sie einen Vertrag mit den Herstellern oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, den Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung geschlossen haben.
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In view of the expected development of the market and increase of the expected lifetime of LMT batteries, and in order to better ascertain the actual volume of waste LMT batteries available for collection, the Commission is empowered to adopt, by 18 August 2027, delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the methodology to calculate the collection rate of waste LMT batteries set out in Annex XI and to amend the collection target laid down in paragraph 3 of this Article to adapt the collection target to the new methodology while maintaining equivalent ambition and timelines.
In view of the expected development of the market and increase of the expected lifetime of LMT batteries, and in order to better ascertain the actual volume of waste LMT batteries available for collection, the Commission is empowered to adopt, by 18 August 2027, delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the methodology to calculate the collection rate of waste LMT batteries set out in Annex XI and to amend the collection target laid down in paragraph 3 of this Article to adapt the collection target to the new methodology while maintaining equivalent ambition and timelines.
Im Hinblick auf die erwartete Marktentwicklung und die zunehmende erwartete Lebensdauer von Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel und um das tatsächliche Volumen der zur Sammlung verfügbaren Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel besser zu bestimmen, wird der Kommission die Befugnis übertragen, bis zum 18. August 2027 gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zu erlassen, um die in Anhang XI festgelegte Methode zur Berechnung der Sammelquote für Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel zu ändern und das in Absatz 3 dieses Artikels festgelegte Sammelziel zu ändern, damit es an die neue Methode angepasst wird, wobei ein gleichwertiger Anspruch und gleichwertige Zeitvorgaben beibehalten werden.
Article 61 — Collection of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries Article 61 — Collection of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries Article 61 — Sammlung von Altbatterien für Starter-, Beleuchtungs- und Zündzwecke, von Industrie-Altbatterien und von Elektrofahrzeug-Altbatterien
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Producers of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall take back, free of charge and without an obligation on the end-user to buy a new battery, nor to have bought the battery from them, and shall ensure that all waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries regardless of their nature, chemical composition, condition, brand, or origin of the respective category that they have made available on the market for the first time in the territory of that Member State are collected separately. For that purpose, they shall accept to take back waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries from end-users, or from take-back and collection systems which include collection points set up by them in cooperation with:
- (a) distributors of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries in accordance with Article 62(1);
- (b) operators carrying out remanufacturing or repurposing of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries;
- (c) waste electrical and electronic equipment and end-of-life vehicle treatment facilities referred to in Article 65 for the waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries arising from their operations;
- (d) public authorities or third parties carrying out waste management on their behalf in accordance with Article 66.
Member States may adopt measures to require that the entities referred to in the first subparagraph, points (a) to (d), may collect waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries only if they have concluded a contract with the producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations.Where waste industrial batteries require prior dismantling at the premises of private, non-commercial users, the obligation of the producer to take back those waste batteries shall not result in any costs related to the dismantling and collection of those waste batteries being borne by those users.
Producers of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall take back, free of charge and without an obligation on the end-user to buy a new battery, nor to have bought the battery from them, and shall ensure that all waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries regardless of their nature, chemical composition, condition, brand, or origin of the respective category that they have made available on the market for the first time in the territory of that Member State are collected separately. For that purpose, they shall accept to take back waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries from end-users, or from take-back and collection systems which include collection points set up by them in cooperation with:
- (a) distributors of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries in accordance with Article 62(1);
- (b) operators carrying out remanufacturing or repurposing of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries;
- (c) waste electrical and electronic equipment and end-of-life vehicle treatment facilities referred to in Article 65 for the waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries arising from their operations;
- (d) public authorities or third parties carrying out waste management on their behalf in accordance with Article 66.
Member States may adopt measures to require that the entities referred to in the first subparagraph, points (a) to (d), may collect waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries only if they have concluded a contract with the producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations. Where waste industrial batteries require prior dismantling at the premises of private, non-commercial users, the obligation of the producer to take back those waste batteries shall not result in any costs related to the dismantling and collection of those waste batteries being borne by those users.
Hersteller von Batterien für Starter-, Beleuchtungs- und Zündzwecke, Industriebatterien und Elektrofahrzeugbatterien oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung nehmen kostenlos und ohne Verpflichtung des Endnutzers, eine neue Batterie zu kaufen oder die Batterie bei ihnen erworben zu haben, alle Altbatterien der jeweiligen Kategorie für Starter-, Beleuchtungs- und Zündzwecke, Industrie-Altbatterien und Elektrofahrzeug-Altbatterien unabhängig von ihrer Art, chemischen Zusammensetzung, ihrem Zustand, ihrer Marke oder Herkunft zurück, die sie im Hoheitsgebiet dieses Mitgliedstaats erstmals auf dem Markt bereitgestellt haben, und stellen sicher, dass sie getrennt gesammelt werden. Zu diesem Zweck nehmen sie Altbatterien von Endnutzern oder aus Rücknahme- und Sammelsystemen zurück, die von ihnen in Zusammenarbeit mit folgenden Stellen eingerichtete Sammelstellen umfassen:
- a) Vertreiber von Batterien für Starter-, Beleuchtungs- und Zündzwecke, Industriebatterien und Elektrofahrzeugbatterien gemäß Artikel 62 Absatz 1;
- b) Betreiber, die Batterien für Starter-, Beleuchtungs- und Zündzwecke, Industriebatterien und Elektrofahrzeugbatterien wiederaufbereiten oder einer anderen Verwendung zuführen;
- c) in Artikel 65 genannte Behandlungsanlagen für Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte und Altfahrzeuge für die aus ihren Tätigkeiten hervorgehenden Altbatterien;
- d) Behörden oder in deren Auftrag gemäß Artikel 66 tätige Dritte, die Abfälle bewirtschaften.
Die Mitgliedstaaten können Maßnahmen erlassen, nach denen die im ersten Unterabsatz Buchstaben a bis d genannten Einrichtungen Altbatterien nur sammeln dürfen, wenn sie einen Vertrag mit den Herstellern oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, den Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung geschlossen haben. Erfordern Industrie-Altbatterien eine vorherige Demontage in den Räumlichkeiten privater, nichtgewerblicher Nutzer, darf die Rücknahmepflicht des Herstellers nicht dazu führen, dass diesen Nutzern Kosten für die Demontage und Sammlung auferlegt werden.
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The take-back arrangements put in place in accordance with paragraph 1 shall cover the whole territory of a Member State taking into account population size and density, expected volume of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries, accessibility for and proximity to end-users, not being limited to areas where the collection and subsequent management of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries is profitable.
The take-back arrangements put in place in accordance with paragraph 1 shall cover the whole territory of a Member State taking into account population size and density, expected volume of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries, accessibility for and proximity to end-users, not being limited to areas where the collection and subsequent management of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries is profitable.
Die gemäß Absatz 1 eingerichteten Rücknahmeregelungen müssen das gesamte Hoheitsgebiet eines Mitgliedstaats abdecken und dabei Bevölkerungsgröße und -dichte, das erwartete Volumen der Altbatterien für Starter-, Beleuchtungs- und Zündzwecke, der Industrie-Altbatterien und der Elektrofahrzeug-Altbatterien sowie die Zugänglichkeit für und die Nähe zu den Endnutzern berücksichtigen und dürfen nicht auf Gebiete beschränkt sein, in denen die Sammlung und anschließende Bewirtschaftung dieser Altbatterien rentabel ist.
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Producers of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall:
- (a) provide the take back and collection systems referred to in paragraph 1 with suitable collection infrastructure for the separate collection of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries meeting the applicable safety requirements, and cover the necessary costs incurred by those take back and collection systems in relation to the take back activities; the containers for collection and temporary storage of such waste batteries at the take back and collection systems shall be suitable in view of the volume and hazardous nature of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries that are likely to be collected through those collection points;
- (b) collect waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries from the take back and collection systems referred to in paragraph 1 with a frequency that is proportionate to the storage capacity of the separate collection infrastructure and the volume and hazardous nature of waste batteries that are usually collected through those take back and collection systems; and
- (c) provide for the delivery of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries collected from end-users and from the take back and collection systems referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article to permitted facilities for treatment in accordance with Articles 70 and 73.
Producers of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall:
- (a) provide the take back and collection systems referred to in paragraph 1 with suitable collection infrastructure for the separate collection of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries meeting the applicable safety requirements, and cover the necessary costs incurred by those take back and collection systems in relation to the take back activities; the containers for collection and temporary storage of such waste batteries at the take back and collection systems shall be suitable in view of the volume and hazardous nature of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries that are likely to be collected through those collection points;
- (b) collect waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries from the take back and collection systems referred to in paragraph 1 with a frequency that is proportionate to the storage capacity of the separate collection infrastructure and the volume and hazardous nature of waste batteries that are usually collected through those take back and collection systems; and
- (c) provide for the delivery of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries collected from end-users and from the take back and collection systems referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article to permitted facilities for treatment in accordance with Articles 70 and 73.
Hersteller von Batterien für Starter-, Beleuchtungs- und Zündzwecke, Industriebatterien und Elektrofahrzeugbatterien oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung müssen:
- a) die in Absatz 1 genannten Rücknahme- und Sammelsysteme mit geeigneter Sammelinfrastruktur für die getrennte Sammlung von Altbatterien für Starter-, Beleuchtungs- und Zündzwecke, Industrie-Altbatterien und Elektrofahrzeug-Altbatterien ausstatten, die den geltenden Sicherheitsanforderungen entspricht, und die diesen Systemen im Zusammenhang mit den Rücknahmetätigkeiten entstehenden erforderlichen Kosten tragen; die Behälter für die Sammlung und vorübergehende Lagerung solcher Altbatterien müssen angesichts des Volumens und der gefährlichen Beschaffenheit der voraussichtlich dort gesammelten Altbatterien geeignet sein;
- b) diese Altbatterien in einer Häufigkeit abholen, die der Lagerkapazität der getrennten Sammelinfrastruktur sowie dem Volumen und der gefährlichen Beschaffenheit der dort üblicherweise gesammelten Altbatterien angemessen ist; und
- c) die Lieferung der bei Endnutzern und den in Absatz 1 dieses Artikels genannten Rücknahme- und Sammelsystemen gesammelten Altbatterien an genehmigte Anlagen zur Behandlung gemäß den Artikeln 70 und 73 vorsehen.
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The entities referred to in paragraph 1, points (a) to (d), of this Article may hand over collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70. In such cases, the obligation of producers pursuant to paragraph 3, point (c), of this Article shall be deemed to be met.
The entities referred to in paragraph 1, points (a) to (d), of this Article may hand over collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70. In such cases, the obligation of producers pursuant to paragraph 3, point (c), of this Article shall be deemed to be met.
Die in Absatz 1 Buchstaben a bis d dieses Artikels genannten Einrichtungen können gesammelte Altbatterien für Starter-, Beleuchtungs- und Zündzwecke, Industrie-Altbatterien und Elektrofahrzeug-Altbatterien zur Behandlung gemäß Artikel 70 an gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 8 ausgewählte Abfallbewirtschafter übergeben. In diesen Fällen gilt die Verpflichtung der Hersteller gemäß Absatz 3 Buchstabe c dieses Artikels als erfüllt.
Article 62 — Obligations of distributors Article 62 — Obligations of distributors Article 62 — Pflichten der Vertreiber
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Distributors shall take back waste batteries from the end-user free of charge and without imposing an obligation on the end-user to buy or to have bought a new battery, regardless of their chemical composition, brand or origin as follows:
- (a) for waste portable batteries, at or in the immediate vicinity of the distributor’s retail outlet;
- (b) for waste LMT batteries, waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries, at or in the vicinity of the distributor’s retail outlet.
Distributors shall take back waste batteries from the end-user free of charge and without imposing an obligation on the end-user to buy or to have bought a new battery, regardless of their chemical composition, brand or origin as follows:
- (a) for waste portable batteries, at or in the immediate vicinity of the distributor’s retail outlet;
- (b) for waste LMT batteries, waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries, at or in the vicinity of the distributor’s retail outlet.
Vertreiber nehmen Altbatterien vom Endnutzer kostenlos und ohne ihn zu verpflichten, eine neue Batterie zu kaufen oder gekauft zu haben, unabhängig von ihrer chemischen Zusammensetzung, Marke oder Herkunft wie folgt zurück:
- a) Altgerätebatterien in oder in unmittelbarer Nähe der Verkaufsstelle des Vertreibers;
- b) Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel, Altbatterien für Starter-, Beleuchtungs- und Zündzwecke, Industrie-Altbatterien und Elektrofahrzeug-Altbatterien in oder in der Nähe der Verkaufsstelle des Vertreibers.
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The take back obligation laid down in paragraph 1:
- (a) shall not apply to waste products containing batteries;
- (b) shall be limited to the categories of waste batteries which the distributor has or had as batteries in its offer and, for waste portable batteries, to the quantity that non-professional end-users normally discard.
The take back obligation laid down in paragraph 1:
- (a) shall not apply to waste products containing batteries;
- (b) shall be limited to the categories of waste batteries which the distributor has or had as batteries in its offer and, for waste portable batteries, to the quantity that non-professional end-users normally discard.
Die in Absatz 1 festgelegte Rücknahmepflicht:
- a) gilt nicht für Altprodukte, die Batterien enthalten;
- b) ist auf die Kategorien von Altbatterien beschränkt, die der Vertreiber als Batterien in seinem Angebot führt oder geführt hat, und bei Altgerätebatterien auf die Menge, die nichtgewerbliche Endnutzer üblicherweise entsorgen.
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Distributors shall hand over waste batteries that they have taken back to the producers or producer responsibility organisations who are responsible for collecting those waste batteries in accordance with Articles 59, 60 and 61 respectively, or to a waste management operator selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70.
Distributors shall hand over waste batteries that they have taken back to the producers or producer responsibility organisations who are responsible for collecting those waste batteries in accordance with Articles 59, 60 and 61 respectively, or to a waste management operator selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70.
Vertreiber übergeben die von ihnen zurückgenommenen Altbatterien den Herstellern oder Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung, die gemäß den Artikeln 59, 60 beziehungsweise 61 für die Sammlung dieser Altbatterien verantwortlich sind, oder einem gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 8 ausgewählten Abfallbewirtschafter zur Behandlung gemäß Artikel 70.
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The obligations under this Article shall apply mutatis mutandis to distributors that supply batteries by means of distance contracts to end-users. Those distributors shall provide for a sufficient number of collection points covering the whole territory of a Member State and taking into account population size and density, expected volume of waste portable batteries, waste LMT batteries, waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries respectively, and accessibility for and proximity to end-users, allowing end-users to return batteries.
The obligations under this Article shall apply mutatis mutandis to distributors that supply batteries by means of distance contracts to end-users. Those distributors shall provide for a sufficient number of collection points covering the whole territory of a Member State and taking into account population size and density, expected volume of waste portable batteries, waste LMT batteries, waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries respectively, and accessibility for and proximity to end-users, allowing end-users to return batteries.
Die Pflichten nach diesem Artikel gelten entsprechend für Vertreiber, die Batterien im Wege von Fernabsatzverträgen an Endnutzer liefern. Diese Vertreiber müssen eine ausreichende Zahl von Sammelstellen vorsehen, die das gesamte Hoheitsgebiet eines Mitgliedstaats abdecken und Bevölkerungsgröße und -dichte, das erwartete Volumen der jeweiligen Altgerätebatterien, Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel, Altbatterien für Starter-, Beleuchtungs- und Zündzwecke, Industrie-Altbatterien und Elektrofahrzeug-Altbatterien sowie die Zugänglichkeit für und die Nähe zu den Endnutzern berücksichtigen und es den Endnutzern ermöglichen, Batterien zurückzugeben.
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In the case of sales with delivery, distributors shall offer to take back waste portable batteries, waste LMT batteries, waste industrial batteries, waste SLI batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries free of charge at the point of delivery to the end-user or at a local collection point. The end-user shall be informed when ordering a battery of the take back arrangements for a waste battery.
In the case of sales with delivery, distributors shall offer to take back waste portable batteries, waste LMT batteries, waste industrial batteries, waste SLI batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries free of charge at the point of delivery to the end-user or at a local collection point. The end-user shall be informed when ordering a battery of the take back arrangements for a waste battery.
Bei Verkäufen mit Lieferung bieten Vertreiber an, Altgerätebatterien, Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel, Industrie-Altbatterien, Altbatterien für Starter-, Beleuchtungs- und Zündzwecke und Elektrofahrzeug-Altbatterien kostenlos am Lieferort beim Endnutzer oder an einer örtlichen Sammelstelle zurückzunehmen. Der Endnutzer wird bei der Bestellung einer Batterie über die Rücknahmeregelungen für Altbatterien informiert.
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For the purposes of compliance with Article 30(1), points (d) and (e), of Regulation (EU) 2022/2065, providers of online platforms, falling within the scope of Section 4 of Chapter III of that Regulation, that allow consumers to conclude distance contracts with producers shall obtain the following information from producers offering batteries, including batteries incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, to consumers located in the Union:
- (a) details concerning the register of producers referred to in Article 55 and the producer’s registration number or registration numbers in that register;
- (b) a self-certification by the producer committing to only offer batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, with regard to which the extended producer responsibility requirements referred to in Article 56(1), (2), (3) and (4), Article 57(1) and Article 58(1), (2) and (7) are complied with.
For the purposes of compliance with Article 30(1), points (d) and (e), of Regulation (EU) 2022/2065, providers of online platforms, falling within the scope of Section 4 of Chapter III of that Regulation, that allow consumers to conclude distance contracts with producers shall obtain the following information from producers offering batteries, including batteries incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, to consumers located in the Union:
- (a) details concerning the register of producers referred to in Article 55 and the producer’s registration number or registration numbers in that register;
- (b) a self-certification by the producer committing to only offer batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, with regard to which the extended producer responsibility requirements referred to in Article 56(1), (2), (3) and (4), Article 57(1) and Article 58(1), (2) and (7) are complied with.
Für die Zwecke der Einhaltung von Artikel 30 Absatz 1 Buchstaben d und e der Verordnung (EU) 2022/2065 holen Anbieter von Online-Plattformen, die in den Anwendungsbereich des Kapitels III Abschnitt 4 dieser Verordnung fallen und Verbrauchern den Abschluss von Fernabsatzverträgen mit Herstellern ermöglichen, von Herstellern, die Verbrauchern in der Union Batterien einschließlich in Geräten, leichten Verkehrsmitteln oder anderen Fahrzeugen eingebauter Batterien anbieten, folgende Informationen ein:
- a) Angaben zum in Artikel 55 genannten Herstellerregister sowie die Registrierungsnummer oder -nummern des Herstellers in diesem Register;
- b) eine Eigenerklärung des Herstellers, mit der er sich verpflichtet, nur Batterien einschließlich in Geräten, leichten Verkehrsmitteln oder anderen Fahrzeugen eingebauter Batterien anzubieten, für die die in Artikel 56 Absätze 1, 2, 3 und 4, Artikel 57 Absatz 1 sowie Artikel 58 Absätze 1, 2 und 7 genannten Anforderungen der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung erfüllt sind.
Article 63 — Deposit return systems for batteries Article 63 — Deposit return systems for batteries Article 63 — Pfand- und Rücknahmesysteme für Batterien
By 31 December 2027, the Commission shall assess the feasibility and potential benefits of establishment of deposit return systems for batteries, in particular for portable batteries of general use. To that end, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and to the Council and consider taking appropriate measures, including the adoption of legislative proposals.
By 31 December 2027, the Commission shall assess the feasibility and potential benefits of establishment of deposit return systems for batteries, in particular for portable batteries of general use. To that end, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and to the Council and consider taking appropriate measures, including the adoption of legislative proposals.
Die Kommission bewertet bis zum 31. Dezember 2027 die Durchführbarkeit und die potenziellen Vorteile der Einführung von Pfand- und Rücknahmesystemen für Batterien, insbesondere für Gerätebatterien zur allgemeinen Verwendung. Zu diesem Zweck legt die Kommission dem Europäischen Parlament und dem Rat einen Bericht vor und prüft, ob geeignete Maßnahmen, einschließlich der Annahme von Gesetzgebungsvorschlägen, ergriffen werden sollten.
Article 64 — Obligations of end-users Article 64 — Obligations of end-users Article 64 — Pflichten der Endnutzer
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End-users shall discard waste batteries separately from other waste streams, including from mixed municipal waste.
End-users shall discard waste batteries separately from other waste streams, including from mixed municipal waste.
Endnutzer entsorgen Altbatterien getrennt von anderen Abfallströmen, einschließlich gemischter Siedlungsabfälle.
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End-users shall discard waste batteries in designated separate collection points set up by, or in accordance with the specific arrangements concluded with, the producer or a producer responsibility organisation, in accordance with Articles 59, 60 and 61.
End-users shall discard waste batteries in designated separate collection points set up by, or in accordance with the specific arrangements concluded with, the producer or a producer responsibility organisation, in accordance with Articles 59, 60 and 61.
Endnutzer entsorgen Altbatterien an den ausgewiesenen getrennten Sammelstellen, die vom Hersteller oder einer Organisation für die Herstellerverantwortung eingerichtet wurden oder gemäß den mit diesen geschlossenen besonderen Vereinbarungen betrieben werden, und zwar gemäß den Artikeln 59, 60 und 61.
Article 65 — Obligations of operators of treatment facilities Article 65 — Obligations of operators of treatment facilities Article 65 — Pflichten der Betreiber von Behandlungsanlagen
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Operators of treatment facilities subject to Directives 2000/53/EC or 2012/19/EU shall hand over waste batteries resulting from the treatment of end-of-life vehicles or waste electrical and electronic equipment to producers of the relevant category of batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, or to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70.
Operators of treatment facilities subject to Directives 2000/53/EC or 2012/19/EU shall hand over waste batteries resulting from the treatment of end-of-life vehicles or waste electrical and electronic equipment to producers of the relevant category of batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, or to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70.
Betreiber von Behandlungsanlagen, die den Richtlinien 2000/53/EG oder 2012/19/EU unterliegen, übergeben die aus der Behandlung von Altfahrzeugen oder Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräten hervorgehenden Altbatterien den Herstellern der jeweiligen Batteriekategorie oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, den Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung oder gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 8 ausgewählten Abfallbewirtschaftern zur Behandlung gemäß Artikel 70.
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The operators of treatment facilities referred to in paragraph 1 shall keep records of those handover transactions.
The operators of treatment facilities referred to in paragraph 1 shall keep records of those handover transactions.
Die in Absatz 1 genannten Betreiber von Behandlungsanlagen führen Aufzeichnungen über diese Übergaben.
Article 66 — Participation of public waste management authorities Article 66 — Participation of public waste management authorities Article 66 — Beteiligung öffentlich-rechtlicher Abfallbewirtschaftungsbehörden
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Waste batteries originating from private, non-commercial end-users may be discarded in separate collection points set up by public waste management authorities.
Waste batteries originating from private, non-commercial end-users may be discarded in separate collection points set up by public waste management authorities.
Altbatterien aus privaten, nichtgewerblichen Endnutzern können an getrennten Sammelstellen entsorgt werden, die von öffentlich-rechtlichen Abfallbewirtschaftungsbehörden eingerichtet wurden.
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Public waste management authorities shall ensure that collected waste batteries are treated in accordance with Article 70, either by:
- (a) handing them over to producers of the relevant category of batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), to producer responsibility organisations, or to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8); or
- (b) carrying out the treatment of the collected waste batteries themselves in accordance with Article 68(2).
Public waste management authorities shall ensure that collected waste batteries are treated in accordance with Article 70, either by:
- (a) handing them over to producers of the relevant category of batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), to producer responsibility organisations, or to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8); or
- (b) carrying out the treatment of the collected waste batteries themselves in accordance with Article 68(2).
Öffentlich-rechtliche Abfallbewirtschaftungsbehörden stellen sicher, dass gesammelte Altbatterien gemäß Artikel 70 behandelt werden, entweder indem sie:
- a) diese den Herstellern der jeweiligen Batteriekategorie oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, den Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung oder gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 8 ausgewählten Abfallbewirtschaftern übergeben; oder
- b) die Behandlung der gesammelten Altbatterien gemäß Artikel 68 Absatz 2 selbst durchführen.
Article 67 — Participation of voluntary collection points Article 67 — Participation of voluntary collection points Article 67 — Beteiligung freiwilliger Sammelstellen
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Voluntary collection points for waste portable batteries shall hand over collected waste portable batteries to the producers of portable batteries or third parties acting on their behalf, including producer responsibility organisations, or to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70.
Voluntary collection points for waste portable batteries shall hand over collected waste portable batteries to the producers of portable batteries or third parties acting on their behalf, including producer responsibility organisations, or to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70.
Freiwillige Sammelstellen für Altgerätebatterien übergeben die gesammelten Altgerätebatterien den Herstellern von Gerätebatterien oder in deren Auftrag handelnden Dritten, einschließlich Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung, oder gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 8 ausgewählten Abfallbewirtschaftern zur Behandlung gemäß Artikel 70.
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Voluntary collection points for waste LMT batteries shall hand over collected waste LMT batteries to the producers of LMT batteries or third parties acting on their behalf, including producer responsibility organisations, or to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70.
Voluntary collection points for waste LMT batteries shall hand over collected waste LMT batteries to the producers of LMT batteries or third parties acting on their behalf, including producer responsibility organisations, or to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70.
Freiwillige Sammelstellen für Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel übergeben die gesammelten Altbatterien den Herstellern von Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel oder in deren Auftrag handelnden Dritten, einschließlich Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung, oder gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 8 ausgewählten Abfallbewirtschaftern zur Behandlung gemäß Artikel 70.
Article 68 — Restrictions regarding handover of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries Article 68 — Restrictions regarding handover of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries Article 68 — Beschränkungen hinsichtlich der Übergabe von Altgerätebatterien und Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel
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Member States may restrict the ability of distributors, operators of waste treatment facilities referred to in Article 65, public waste management authorities referred to in Article 66 and voluntary collection points referred to in Article 67 to hand over collected waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries either to producers or producer responsibility organisations, or to a waste management operator to carry out treatment in accordance with Article 70. Member States shall ensure that such restrictions do not have an adverse impact on the collection and recycling systems.
Member States may restrict the ability of distributors, operators of waste treatment facilities referred to in Article 65, public waste management authorities referred to in Article 66 and voluntary collection points referred to in Article 67 to hand over collected waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries either to producers or producer responsibility organisations, or to a waste management operator to carry out treatment in accordance with Article 70. Member States shall ensure that such restrictions do not have an adverse impact on the collection and recycling systems.
Die Mitgliedstaaten können die Möglichkeit von Vertreibern, Betreibern der in Artikel 65 genannten Abfallbehandlungsanlagen, den in Artikel 66 genannten öffentlich-rechtlichen Abfallbewirtschaftungsbehörden und den in Artikel 67 genannten freiwilligen Sammelstellen beschränken, gesammelte Altgerätebatterien und Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel entweder an Hersteller oder Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung oder an einen Abfallbewirtschafter zur Behandlung gemäß Artikel 70 zu übergeben. Die Mitgliedstaaten stellen sicher, dass solche Beschränkungen die Sammel- und Recyclingsysteme nicht nachteilig beeinträchtigen.
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Member States may also adopt measures to allow public waste management authorities referred to in Article 66 to carry out treatment in accordance with Article 70 themselves.
Member States may also adopt measures to allow public waste management authorities referred to in Article 66 to carry out treatment in accordance with Article 70 themselves.
Die Mitgliedstaaten können ferner Maßnahmen erlassen, um den in Artikel 66 genannten öffentlich-rechtlichen Abfallbewirtschaftungsbehörden zu gestatten, die Behandlung gemäß Artikel 70 selbst durchzuführen.
Article 69 — Obligations for Member States regarding collection targets for waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries Article 69 — Obligations for Member States regarding collection targets for waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries Article 69 — Pflichten der Mitgliedstaaten in Bezug auf die Sammelziele für Altgerätebatterien und Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel
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Member States shall adopt the necessary measures for the achievement by producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, of the collection targets laid down in Article 59(3), first subparagraph, points (a), (b) and (c), with regard to waste portable batteries, and laid down in Article 60(3), first subparagraph, points (a) and (b), with regard to waste LMT batteries.
Member States shall adopt the necessary measures for the achievement by producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, of the collection targets laid down in Article 59(3), first subparagraph, points (a), (b) and (c), with regard to waste portable batteries, and laid down in Article 60(3), first subparagraph, points (a) and (b), with regard to waste LMT batteries.
Die Mitgliedstaaten erlassen die erforderlichen Maßnahmen, damit Hersteller oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung die in Artikel 59 Absatz 3 Unterabsatz 1 Buchstaben a, b und c für Altgerätebatterien sowie die in Artikel 60 Absatz 3 Unterabsatz 1 Buchstaben a und b für Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel festgelegten Sammelziele erreichen.
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In particular, Member States shall regularly, at least once a year, monitor producers’ or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations’ collection rates to verify that they have taken adequate measures to achieve the collection targets laid down in Article 59(3), first subparagraph, points (a), (b) and (c) with regard to waste portable batteries, and laid down in Article 60(3), first subparagraph, points (a) and (b) with regard to waste LMT batteries. Such monitoring shall be based in particular on the information reported to the competent authorities in accordance with Article 75 and shall include the verification of that information, and of whether the producer has complied with the calculation methodology set out in Annex XI and the results of the compositional survey referred to in paragraph 5 of this Article and any other information available to the Member State.
In particular, Member States shall regularly, at least once a year, monitor producers’ or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations’ collection rates to verify that they have taken adequate measures to achieve the collection targets laid down in Article 59(3), first subparagraph, points (a), (b) and (c) with regard to waste portable batteries, and laid down in Article 60(3), first subparagraph, points (a) and (b) with regard to waste LMT batteries. Such monitoring shall be based in particular on the information reported to the competent authorities in accordance with Article 75 and shall include the verification of that information, and of whether the producer has complied with the calculation methodology set out in Annex XI and the results of the compositional survey referred to in paragraph 5 of this Article and any other information available to the Member State.
Insbesondere überwachen die Mitgliedstaaten regelmäßig, mindestens einmal jährlich, die Sammelquoten der Hersteller oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, der Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung, um zu überprüfen, ob sie angemessene Maßnahmen getroffen haben, um die in Artikel 59 Absatz 3 Unterabsatz 1 Buchstaben a, b und c für Altgerätebatterien sowie die in Artikel 60 Absatz 3 Unterabsatz 1 Buchstaben a und b für Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel festgelegten Sammelziele zu erreichen. Diese Überwachung stützt sich insbesondere auf die den zuständigen Behörden gemäß Artikel 75 gemeldeten Informationen und umfasst die Überprüfung dieser Informationen sowie die Prüfung, ob der Hersteller die in Anhang XI festgelegte Berechnungsmethode eingehalten hat, der Ergebnisse der in Absatz 5 dieses Artikels genannten Zusammensetzungsuntersuchung und aller sonstigen dem Mitgliedstaat verfügbaren Informationen.
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Where, on the basis of the monitoring referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article, a Member State finds that a producer or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), a producer responsibility organisation, has not taken measures consistent with the achievement of the collection targets laid down in Article 59(3), first subparagraph, points (a), (b) and (c) with regard to waste portable batteries, or laid down in Article 60(3), first subparagraph, points (a) and (b) with regard to waste LMT batteries, the competent authority of that Member State shall request that producer or producer responsibility organisation to take appropriate corrective action ensuring that it can achieve the collection targets laid down in either of those Articles, as applicable.
Where, on the basis of the monitoring referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article, a Member State finds that a producer or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), a producer responsibility organisation, has not taken measures consistent with the achievement of the collection targets laid down in Article 59(3), first subparagraph, points (a), (b) and (c) with regard to waste portable batteries, or laid down in Article 60(3), first subparagraph, points (a) and (b) with regard to waste LMT batteries, the competent authority of that Member State shall request that producer or producer responsibility organisation to take appropriate corrective action ensuring that it can achieve the collection targets laid down in either of those Articles, as applicable.
Stellt ein Mitgliedstaat auf der Grundlage der Überwachung gemäß Absatz 2 dieses Artikels fest, dass ein Hersteller oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, eine Organisation für die Herstellerverantwortung keine Maßnahmen getroffen hat, die mit der Erreichung der in Artikel 59 Absatz 3 Unterabsatz 1 Buchstaben a, b und c für Altgerätebatterien oder der in Artikel 60 Absatz 3 Unterabsatz 1 Buchstaben a und b für Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel festgelegten Sammelziele vereinbar sind, so fordert die zuständige Behörde dieses Mitgliedstaats den Hersteller oder die Organisation für die Herstellerverantwortung auf, geeignete Abhilfemaßnahmen zu ergreifen, um sicherzustellen, dass er beziehungsweise sie die in dem jeweils anwendbaren Artikel festgelegten Sammelziele erreichen kann.
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Without prejudice to the self-control mechanism referred to in Article 58(5), the producer or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisation shall present a draft corrective action plan to the competent authority within three months of the request by the competent authority referred to in paragraph 3 of this Article. That competent authority may make observations on the draft plan, and shall communicate any such observations to the producer or the producer responsibility organisation within one month of the reception of the draft corrective action plan.Where the competent authority communicates its observations on the draft corrective action plan, the producer or the producer responsibility organisations shall, within one month of receipt of those observations, draw up the corrective action plan, taking into account those observations, and shall implement it accordingly.The content of the corrective action plan and the compliance with it by the producer or the producer responsibility organisation shall be taken into account when evaluating whether the conditions for the registration laid down in Article 55 and, where applicable, the authorisation laid down in Article 58 continue to be met.
Without prejudice to the self-control mechanism referred to in Article 58(5), the producer or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisation shall present a draft corrective action plan to the competent authority within three months of the request by the competent authority referred to in paragraph 3 of this Article. That competent authority may make observations on the draft plan, and shall communicate any such observations to the producer or the producer responsibility organisation within one month of the reception of the draft corrective action plan. Where the competent authority communicates its observations on the draft corrective action plan, the producer or the producer responsibility organisations shall, within one month of receipt of those observations, draw up the corrective action plan, taking into account those observations, and shall implement it accordingly. The content of the corrective action plan and the compliance with it by the producer or the producer responsibility organisation shall be taken into account when evaluating whether the conditions for the registration laid down in Article 55 and, where applicable, the authorisation laid down in Article 58 continue to be met.
Unbeschadet des in Artikel 58 Absatz 5 genannten Selbstkontrollmechanismus legt der Hersteller oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, die Organisation für die Herstellerverantwortung der zuständigen Behörde innerhalb von drei Monaten nach der in Absatz 3 dieses Artikels genannten Aufforderung durch die zuständige Behörde einen Entwurf eines Abhilfemaßnahmenplans vor. Die zuständige Behörde kann zu dem Entwurf Stellung nehmen und teilt solche Stellungnahmen dem Hersteller oder der Organisation für die Herstellerverantwortung innerhalb eines Monats nach Eingang des Entwurfs mit. Übermittelt die zuständige Behörde ihre Stellungnahmen, erstellt der Hersteller oder die Organisation für die Herstellerverantwortung innerhalb eines Monats nach Eingang dieser Stellungnahmen den Abhilfemaßnahmenplan unter Berücksichtigung der Stellungnahmen und setzt ihn entsprechend um. Der Inhalt des Abhilfemaßnahmenplans und seine Einhaltung durch den Hersteller oder die Organisation für die Herstellerverantwortung werden bei der Bewertung berücksichtigt, ob die Voraussetzungen für die Registrierung nach Artikel 55 und gegebenenfalls für die Genehmigung nach Artikel 58 weiterhin erfüllt sind.
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By 1 January 2026 and every five years thereafter, Member States shall carry out a compositional survey of collected mixed municipal waste and waste electrical and electronic equipment streams for the preceding calendar year to determine the share of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries therein. On the basis of those surveys, the competent authorities may require that the producers of portable batteries, producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), the respective producer responsibility organisations take corrective action to increase their network of connected collection points and carry out information campaigns in accordance with Article 74(1).
By 1 January 2026 and every five years thereafter, Member States shall carry out a compositional survey of collected mixed municipal waste and waste electrical and electronic equipment streams for the preceding calendar year to determine the share of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries therein. On the basis of those surveys, the competent authorities may require that the producers of portable batteries, producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), the respective producer responsibility organisations take corrective action to increase their network of connected collection points and carry out information campaigns in accordance with Article 74(1).
Bis zum 1. Januar 2026 und danach alle fünf Jahre führen die Mitgliedstaaten für das vorangegangene Kalenderjahr eine Zusammensetzungsuntersuchung der gesammelten gemischten Siedlungsabfälle und der Abfallströme von Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräten durch, um den darin enthaltenen Anteil an Altgerätebatterien und Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel zu bestimmen. Auf der Grundlage dieser Untersuchungen können die zuständigen Behörden von den Herstellern von Gerätebatterien und den Herstellern von Batterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 beauftragt, den jeweiligen Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung verlangen, Abhilfemaßnahmen zu ergreifen, um ihr Netz angeschlossener Sammelstellen zu erweitern und gemäß Artikel 74 Absatz 1 Informationskampagnen durchzuführen.
Article 70 — Treatment Article 70 — Treatment Article 70 — Behandlung
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Collected waste batteries shall not be disposed of or be the subject of an energy recovery operation.
Collected waste batteries shall not be disposed of or be the subject of an energy recovery operation.
Gesammelte Altbatterien dürfen weder beseitigt noch einer energetischen Verwertung zugeführt werden.
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Without prejudice to Directive 2010/75/EU, permitted facilities shall ensure that treatment for waste batteries complies, as a minimum, with Part A of Annex XII to this Regulation and with best available techniques defined in Article 3, point (10), of Directive 2010/75/EU.
Without prejudice to Directive 2010/75/EU, permitted facilities shall ensure that treatment for waste batteries complies, as a minimum, with Part A of Annex XII to this Regulation and with best available techniques defined in Article 3, point (10), of Directive 2010/75/EU.
Unbeschadet der Richtlinie 2010/75/EU stellen genehmigte Anlagen sicher, dass die Behandlung von Altbatterien mindestens Teil A des Anhangs XII dieser Verordnung und den in Artikel 3 Nummer 10 der Richtlinie 2010/75/EU definierten besten verfügbaren Techniken entspricht.
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Where batteries are collected while still incorporated in a waste appliance, a waste light means of transport or an end-of-life vehicle, they shall be removed from the waste appliance, waste light means of transport or end-of-life vehicle in accordance with, where applicable, the requirements laid down in Directives 2000/53/EC or 2012/19/EU.
Where batteries are collected while still incorporated in a waste appliance, a waste light means of transport or an end-of-life vehicle, they shall be removed from the waste appliance, waste light means of transport or end-of-life vehicle in accordance with, where applicable, the requirements laid down in Directives 2000/53/EC or 2012/19/EU.
Werden Batterien gesammelt, während sie noch in einem Abfallgerät, einem Abfallfahrzeug für leichte Verkehrsmittel oder einem Altfahrzeug eingebaut sind, werden sie gegebenenfalls gemäß den Anforderungen der Richtlinien 2000/53/EG oder 2012/19/EU aus dem Abfallgerät, dem Abfallfahrzeug für leichte Verkehrsmittel oder dem Altfahrzeug entfernt.
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The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the treatment requirements for waste batteries set out in Part A of Annex XII in light of technical and scientific progress and emerging new technologies in waste management.
The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the treatment requirements for waste batteries set out in Part A of Annex XII in light of technical and scientific progress and emerging new technologies in waste management.
Der Kommission wird die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zu erlassen, um die in Teil A des Anhangs XII festgelegten Behandlungsanforderungen für Altbatterien im Licht des technischen und wissenschaftlichen Fortschritts sowie neuer Technologien der Abfallbewirtschaftung zu ändern.
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Member States may set up incentive schemes for economic operators that achieve higher rates than the targets set out in Parts B and C of Annex XII for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials respectively.
Member States may set up incentive schemes for economic operators that achieve higher rates than the targets set out in Parts B and C of Annex XII for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials respectively.
Die Mitgliedstaaten können Anreizsysteme für Wirtschaftsteilnehmer einrichten, die bei der Recyclingeffizienz beziehungsweise der Rückgewinnung von Materialien höhere Quoten als die in den Teilen B und C des Anhangs XII festgelegten Ziele erreichen.
Article 71 — Targets for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials Article 71 — Targets for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials Article 71 — Ziele für die Recyclingeffizienz und die Rückgewinnung von Materialien
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Each permitted facility shall ensure that all waste batteries made available to that facility are accepted and undergo preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or recycling.
Each permitted facility shall ensure that all waste batteries made available to that facility are accepted and undergo preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or recycling.
Jede genehmigte Anlage stellt sicher, dass alle dieser Anlage zugeführten Altbatterien angenommen und einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung oder dem Recycling unterzogen werden.
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Recyclers shall ensure that recycling achieves the targets for recycling efficiency and the targets for recovery of materials set out in Parts B and C of Annex XII respectively.
Recyclers shall ensure that recycling achieves the targets for recycling efficiency and the targets for recovery of materials set out in Parts B and C of Annex XII respectively.
Recyclingunternehmen stellen sicher, dass beim Recycling die in den Teilen B beziehungsweise C des Anhangs XII festgelegten Ziele für die Recyclingeffizienz und die Rückgewinnung von Materialien erreicht werden.
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The rates for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials shall be calculated in accordance with the rules laid down in a delegated act adopted pursuant to paragraph 4 of this Article.
The rates for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials shall be calculated in accordance with the rules laid down in a delegated act adopted pursuant to paragraph 4 of this Article.
Die Quoten für die Recyclingeffizienz und die Rückgewinnung von Materialien werden gemäß den in einem nach Absatz 4 dieses Artikels erlassenen delegierten Rechtsakt festgelegten Vorschriften berechnet.
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The Commission shall, by 18 February 2025, adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing the methodology for calculation and verification of rates for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials, in accordance with Part A of Annex XII, and the format for the documentation.
The Commission shall, by 18 February 2025, adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing the methodology for calculation and verification of rates for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials, in accordance with Part A of Annex XII, and the format for the documentation.
Die Kommission erlässt bis zum 18. Februar 2025 gemäß Artikel 89 einen delegierten Rechtsakt zur Ergänzung dieser Verordnung, in dem gemäß Teil A des Anhangs XII die Methode zur Berechnung und Überprüfung der Quoten für die Recyclingeffizienz und die Rückgewinnung von Materialien sowie das Format der Dokumentation festgelegt werden.
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By 18 August 2026 and at least every five years thereafter, the Commission shall assess whether, due to market developments, in particular concerning battery technologies impacting the type of materials recovered and the existing and forecasted availability of cobalt, copper, lead, lithium or nickel or the lack thereof, and in view of technical and scientific progress, it is appropriate to revise the targets for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials set out in Parts B and C of Annex XII. Where justified and appropriate on the basis of that assessment, the Commission is empowered to adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to amend the targets for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials set out in Parts B and C of Annex XII.
By 18 August 2026 and at least every five years thereafter, the Commission shall assess whether, due to market developments, in particular concerning battery technologies impacting the type of materials recovered and the existing and forecasted availability of cobalt, copper, lead, lithium or nickel or the lack thereof, and in view of technical and scientific progress, it is appropriate to revise the targets for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials set out in Parts B and C of Annex XII. Where justified and appropriate on the basis of that assessment, the Commission is empowered to adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to amend the targets for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials set out in Parts B and C of Annex XII.
Bis zum 18. August 2026 und danach mindestens alle fünf Jahre bewertet die Kommission, ob es aufgrund von Marktentwicklungen, insbesondere im Hinblick auf Batterietechnologien, die die Art der zurückgewonnenen Materialien beeinflussen, sowie angesichts der vorhandenen und prognostizierten Verfügbarkeit oder des Fehlens von Kobalt, Kupfer, Blei, Lithium oder Nickel und unter Berücksichtigung des technischen und wissenschaftlichen Fortschritts angezeigt ist, die in den Teilen B und C des Anhangs XII festgelegten Ziele für die Recyclingeffizienz und die Rückgewinnung von Materialien zu überarbeiten. Ist dies auf der Grundlage dieser Bewertung gerechtfertigt und angemessen, wird der Kommission die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 einen delegierten Rechtsakt zur Änderung dieser Ziele zu erlassen.
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Where appropriate due to market developments impacting the type of materials that can be recovered and in light of technical and scientific progress, including emerging new technologies in waste management, the Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89, to amend Part C of Annex XII, by adding further materials with specific targets for recovery of material per specific material, and Part B of Annex XII, by adding further battery chemistries with specific targets for recycling efficiency.
Where appropriate due to market developments impacting the type of materials that can be recovered and in light of technical and scientific progress, including emerging new technologies in waste management, the Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89, to amend Part C of Annex XII, by adding further materials with specific targets for recovery of material per specific material, and Part B of Annex XII, by adding further battery chemistries with specific targets for recycling efficiency.
Sofern dies aufgrund von Marktentwicklungen, die die Art der rückgewinnbaren Materialien beeinflussen, und im Licht des technischen und wissenschaftlichen Fortschritts, einschließlich neuer Technologien der Abfallbewirtschaftung, angezeigt ist, wird der Kommission die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zu erlassen, um Teil C des Anhangs XII durch Hinzufügung weiterer Materialien mit spezifischen Zielen für die Rückgewinnung je Material und Teil B des Anhangs XII durch Hinzufügung weiterer Batteriechemien mit spezifischen Zielen für die Recyclingeffizienz zu ändern.
Article 72 — Shipment of waste batteries Article 72 — Shipment of waste batteries Article 72 — Verbringung von Altbatterien
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Treatment may be undertaken outside the Member State concerned or outside the Union, provided that the shipment of waste batteries or fractions thereof, is in compliance with Regulations (EC) No 1013/2006 and (EC) No 1418/2007.
Treatment may be undertaken outside the Member State concerned or outside the Union, provided that the shipment of waste batteries or fractions thereof, is in compliance with Regulations (EC) No 1013/2006 and (EC) No 1418/2007.
Die Behandlung kann außerhalb des betreffenden Mitgliedstaats oder außerhalb der Union erfolgen, sofern die Verbringung von Altbatterien oder deren Fraktionen den Verordnungen (EG) Nr. 1013/2006 und (EG) Nr. 1418/2007 entspricht.
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In order to distinguish between used batteries and waste batteries, the competent authorities of Member States may inspect shipments of used batteries suspected to be waste batteries for compliance with the minimum requirements set out in Annex XIV and monitor such shipments accordingly.Where the competent authorities in a Member State establish that an intended shipment of used batteries consists of waste batteries, the costs of appropriate analyses, inspections and storage of the used batteries suspected to be waste may be charged to the producers of the relevant category of batteries, to third parties acting on their behalf or to other persons arranging the shipment. The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89, supplementing the minimum requirements set out in Annex XIV, in particular on the state of health, to distinguish between the shipment of used batteries and waste batteries.
In order to distinguish between used batteries and waste batteries, the competent authorities of Member States may inspect shipments of used batteries suspected to be waste batteries for compliance with the minimum requirements set out in Annex XIV and monitor such shipments accordingly. Where the competent authorities in a Member State establish that an intended shipment of used batteries consists of waste batteries, the costs of appropriate analyses, inspections and storage of the used batteries suspected to be waste may be charged to the producers of the relevant category of batteries, to third parties acting on their behalf or to other persons arranging the shipment. The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89, supplementing the minimum requirements set out in Annex XIV, in particular on the state of health, to distinguish between the shipment of used batteries and waste batteries.
Um zwischen gebrauchten Batterien und Altbatterien zu unterscheiden, können die zuständigen Behörden der Mitgliedstaaten Sendungen gebrauchter Batterien, bei denen der Verdacht besteht, dass es sich um Altbatterien handelt, auf die Einhaltung der in Anhang XIV festgelegten Mindestanforderungen überprüfen und diese Sendungen entsprechend überwachen. Stellen die zuständigen Behörden eines Mitgliedstaats fest, dass eine geplante Sendung gebrauchter Batterien aus Altbatterien besteht, können die Kosten angemessener Analysen, Kontrollen und der Lagerung der gebrauchten Batterien, bei denen der Verdacht besteht, dass es sich um Abfall handelt, den Herstellern der jeweiligen Batteriekategorie, in deren Auftrag handelnden Dritten oder anderen Personen, die die Verbringung organisieren, auferlegt werden. Der Kommission wird die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zur Ergänzung der in Anhang XIV festgelegten Mindestanforderungen, insbesondere hinsichtlich des Gesundheitszustands, zu erlassen, um zwischen der Verbringung gebrauchter Batterien und der Verbringung von Altbatterien zu unterscheiden.
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Waste batteries or fractions thereof exported from the Union in accordance with paragraph 1 of this Article shall only count towards the fulfilment of obligations, efficiencies and targets laid down in Articles 70 and 71 if the exporter of the waste batteries or fractions thereof provides documentary evidence approved by the competent authority of destination that the treatment took place in conditions that are equivalent to those required by this Regulation and in accordance with other Union law regarding human health and environmental protection.
Waste batteries or fractions thereof exported from the Union in accordance with paragraph 1 of this Article shall only count towards the fulfilment of obligations, efficiencies and targets laid down in Articles 70 and 71 if the exporter of the waste batteries or fractions thereof provides documentary evidence approved by the competent authority of destination that the treatment took place in conditions that are equivalent to those required by this Regulation and in accordance with other Union law regarding human health and environmental protection.
Aus der Union gemäß Absatz 1 dieses Artikels ausgeführte Altbatterien oder deren Fraktionen werden nur dann auf die Erfüllung der in den Artikeln 70 und 71 festgelegten Pflichten, Effizienzanforderungen und Ziele angerechnet, wenn der Exporteur der Altbatterien oder deren Fraktionen einen von der zuständigen Behörde des Bestimmungsorts genehmigten Nachweis vorlegt, dass die Behandlung unter Bedingungen erfolgt ist, die den in dieser Verordnung vorgeschriebenen Bedingungen gleichwertig sind, und im Einklang mit anderem Unionsrecht zum Schutz der menschlichen Gesundheit und der Umwelt.
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The Commission is empowered to adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89, to lay down detailed rules supplementing those in paragraph 3 of this Article, by laying down the criteria for the assessment of equivalent conditions.
The Commission is empowered to adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89, to lay down detailed rules supplementing those in paragraph 3 of this Article, by laying down the criteria for the assessment of equivalent conditions.
Der Kommission wird die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 einen delegierten Rechtsakt zu erlassen, um die Vorschriften nach Absatz 3 dieses Artikels durch die Festlegung von Kriterien für die Bewertung gleichwertiger Bedingungen zu ergänzen.
Article 73 — Preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing of waste LMT batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries Article 73 — Preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing of waste LMT batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries Article 73 — Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung oder Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung von Altbatterien für leichte Verkehrsmittel, Industrie-Altbatterien und Elektrofahrzeug-Altbatterien
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In order to document that a waste LMT battery, waste industrial battery and waste electric vehicle battery subject to preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing, is no longer waste, the battery holder shall demonstrate the following upon request by a competent authority:
- (a) evidence of a state of health evaluation or state of health testing carried out in a Member State in the form of a copy of the record confirming the capability of the battery to deliver the performance relevant for its use following preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
- (b) further use of the battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing, is documented by means of an invoice or a contract for the sale or transfer of ownership of the battery;
- (c) evidence of appropriate protection against damage during transportation, loading and unloading, including through sufficient packaging and appropriate stacking of the load.
In order to document that a waste LMT battery, waste industrial battery and waste electric vehicle battery subject to preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing, is no longer waste, the battery holder shall demonstrate the following upon request by a competent authority:
- (a) evidence of a state of health evaluation or state of health testing carried out in a Member State in the form of a copy of the record confirming the capability of the battery to deliver the performance relevant for its use following preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
- (b) further use of the battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing, is documented by means of an invoice or a contract for the sale or transfer of ownership of the battery;
- (c) evidence of appropriate protection against damage during transportation, loading and unloading, including through sufficient packaging and appropriate stacking of the load.
Um zu dokumentieren, dass eine gebrauchte LMT-Batterie, eine gebrauchte Industriebatterie oder eine gebrauchte Elektrofahrzeugbatterie, die einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung oder einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung unterzogen wurde, kein Abfall mehr ist, weist der Batterieinhaber auf Verlangen einer zuständigen Behörde Folgendes nach:
- a) den Nachweis einer in einem Mitgliedstaat durchgeführten Bewertung oder Prüfung des Gesundheitszustands in Form einer Kopie der Aufzeichnung, die bestätigt, dass die Batterie in der Lage ist, nach der Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung oder der Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung die für ihre Verwendung relevante Leistung zu erbringen;
- b) die weitere Verwendung der Batterie, die einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung oder einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung unterzogen wurde, wird durch eine Rechnung oder einen Vertrag über den Verkauf oder die Übertragung des Eigentums an der Batterie dokumentiert;
- c) den Nachweis eines angemessenen Schutzes gegen Beschädigungen während der Beförderung sowie des Be- und Entladens, auch durch eine ausreichende Verpackung und eine geeignete Stapelung der Ladung.
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The information referred to in paragraph 1, point (a), shall be made available to end-users and third parties acting on their behalf, on equal terms and conditions, as part of the documentation accompanying the battery referred to in paragraph 1 when placed on the market or put into service.
The information referred to in paragraph 1, point (a), shall be made available to end-users and third parties acting on their behalf, on equal terms and conditions, as part of the documentation accompanying the battery referred to in paragraph 1 when placed on the market or put into service.
Die in Absatz 1 Buchstabe a genannten Informationen werden Endnutzern und in deren Namen handelnden Dritten zu gleichen Bedingungen als Teil der Dokumentation zur Verfügung gestellt, die die in Absatz 1 genannte Batterie begleitet, wenn sie in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen wird.
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The provision of information in accordance with paragraphs 1 and 2 shall be without prejudice to obligations to preserve the confidentiality of commercially sensitive information under the relevant Union and national law.
The provision of information in accordance with paragraphs 1 and 2 shall be without prejudice to obligations to preserve the confidentiality of commercially sensitive information under the relevant Union and national law.
Die Bereitstellung von Informationen gemäß den Absätzen 1 und 2 lässt die Verpflichtungen zur Wahrung der Vertraulichkeit wirtschaftlich sensibler Informationen nach dem einschlägigen Unionsrecht und nationalen Recht unberührt.
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The Commission is empowered to adopt an implementing act establishing detailed technical and verification requirements that waste LMT batteries, waste industrial batteries or waste electric vehicle batteries are to fulfil to cease being waste. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
The Commission is empowered to adopt an implementing act establishing detailed technical and verification requirements that waste LMT batteries, waste industrial batteries or waste electric vehicle batteries are to fulfil to cease being waste. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Der Kommission wird die Befugnis übertragen, einen Durchführungsrechtsakt zu erlassen, in dem detaillierte technische und Überprüfungsanforderungen festgelegt werden, die gebrauchte LMT-Batterien, gebrauchte Industriebatterien oder gebrauchte Elektrofahrzeugbatterien erfüllen müssen, damit sie nicht mehr als Abfall gelten. Dieser Durchführungsrechtsakt wird gemäß dem in Artikel 90 Absatz 3 genannten Prüfverfahren erlassen.
Article 74 — Information on prevention and management of waste batteries Article 74 — Information on prevention and management of waste batteries Article 74 — Informationen zur Vermeidung und Bewirtschaftung von Altbatterien
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In addition to the information referred to in Article 8a(2) of Directive 2008/98/EC, producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations shall make available to end-users and distributors the following information regarding the prevention and management of waste batteries with regard to the categories of batteries that they supply within the territory of a Member State:
- (a) the role of end-users in contributing to waste prevention, including by information on good practices and recommendations concerning the use of batteries aimed at extending their use phase and the possibilities of re-use, preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing and remanufacturing;
- (b) the role of end-users in contributing to the separate collection of waste batteries in accordance with their obligations under Article 64 to allow their treatment;
- (c) the separate collection, take-back and collection points, preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing and treatment available for waste batteries;
- (d) the necessary safety instructions to handle waste batteries, including in relation to the risks associated with, and the handling of, batteries containing lithium;
- (e) the meaning of the labels and symbols on batteries in accordance with Article 13 or printed on their packaging or in the documents accompanying batteries; and
- (f) the impact of substances, in particular hazardous substances, present in batteries on the environment and on human health or the safety of persons, including the impact due to inappropriate discarding of waste batteries, such as littering or discarding as unsorted municipal waste.
That information shall be made available:
- (a) at regular time intervals for each battery model from the moment the battery model concerned is being made available on the market for the first time in a Member State, as a minimum at the point of sale in a visible manner and through online platforms;
- (b) in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be made available on the market.
In addition to the information referred to in Article 8a(2) of Directive 2008/98/EC, producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations shall make available to end-users and distributors the following information regarding the prevention and management of waste batteries with regard to the categories of batteries that they supply within the territory of a Member State:
- (a) the role of end-users in contributing to waste prevention, including by information on good practices and recommendations concerning the use of batteries aimed at extending their use phase and the possibilities of re-use, preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing and remanufacturing;
- (b) the role of end-users in contributing to the separate collection of waste batteries in accordance with their obligations under Article 64 to allow their treatment;
- (c) the separate collection, take-back and collection points, preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing and treatment available for waste batteries;
- (d) the necessary safety instructions to handle waste batteries, including in relation to the risks associated with, and the handling of, batteries containing lithium;
- (e) the meaning of the labels and symbols on batteries in accordance with Article 13 or printed on their packaging or in the documents accompanying batteries; and
- (f) the impact of substances, in particular hazardous substances, present in batteries on the environment and on human health or the safety of persons, including the impact due to inappropriate discarding of waste batteries, such as littering or discarding as unsorted municipal waste.
That information shall be made available:
- (a) at regular time intervals for each battery model from the moment the battery model concerned is being made available on the market for the first time in a Member State, as a minimum at the point of sale in a visible manner and through online platforms;
- (b) in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be made available on the market.
Zusätzlich zu den in Artikel 8a Absatz 2 der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG genannten Informationen stellen Hersteller oder, sofern sie gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 benannt wurden, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung Endnutzern und Händlern die folgenden Informationen über die Vermeidung und Bewirtschaftung von Altbatterien in Bezug auf die Batteriekategorien, die sie im Hoheitsgebiet eines Mitgliedstaats bereitstellen, zur Verfügung:
- a) die Rolle der Endnutzer beim Beitrag zur Abfallvermeidung, einschließlich durch Informationen über bewährte Verfahren und Empfehlungen zur Verwendung von Batterien, die darauf abzielen, ihre Nutzungsphase zu verlängern, sowie über die Möglichkeiten der Wiederverwendung, der Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, der Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, der Umnutzung und der Wiederaufarbeitung;
- b) die Rolle der Endnutzer beim Beitrag zur getrennten Sammlung von Altbatterien gemäß ihren Verpflichtungen nach Artikel 64, um deren Behandlung zu ermöglichen;
- c) die für Altbatterien verfügbare getrennte Sammlung, Rücknahme und Sammelstellen sowie Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung und Behandlung;
- d) die erforderlichen Sicherheitsanweisungen für den Umgang mit Altbatterien, einschließlich der mit lithiumhaltigen Batterien verbundenen Risiken und des Umgangs mit ihnen;
- e) die Bedeutung der Kennzeichnungen und Symbole auf Batterien gemäß Artikel 13 oder auf ihrer Verpackung oder in den Begleitunterlagen der Batterien; und
- f) die Auswirkungen der in Batterien enthaltenen Stoffe, insbesondere gefährlicher Stoffe, auf die Umwelt und die menschliche Gesundheit oder die Sicherheit von Personen, einschließlich der Auswirkungen einer unsachgemäßen Entsorgung von Altbatterien, etwa durch Wegwerfen oder Entsorgung als unsortierte Siedlungsabfälle.
Diese Informationen werden zur Verfügung gestellt:
- a) für jedes Batteriemodell in regelmäßigen Abständen ab dem Zeitpunkt, zu dem das betreffende Batteriemodell erstmals in einem Mitgliedstaat auf dem Markt bereitgestellt wird, mindestens an der Verkaufsstelle auf sichtbare Weise und über Online-Plattformen;
- b) in einer oder mehreren Sprachen, die von den Endnutzern leicht verstanden werden können, wie von dem Mitgliedstaat bestimmt, in dem die Batterie auf dem Markt bereitgestellt werden soll.
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Producers shall make available to distributors and operators referred to in Articles 62, 65 and 66 and other waste management operators carrying out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, or treatment, information regarding the safety and protective measures, including on occupational safety, applicable to the storage and collection of waste batteries.
Producers shall make available to distributors and operators referred to in Articles 62, 65 and 66 and other waste management operators carrying out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, or treatment, information regarding the safety and protective measures, including on occupational safety, applicable to the storage and collection of waste batteries.
Hersteller stellen Händlern und den in den Artikeln 62, 65 und 66 genannten Betreibern sowie anderen Abfallbewirtschaftern, die eine Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, eine Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung oder eine Behandlung durchführen, Informationen über die für die Lagerung und Sammlung von Altbatterien geltenden Sicherheits- und Schutzmaßnahmen, einschließlich des Arbeitsschutzes, zur Verfügung.
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From the moment that a battery is supplied within the territory of a Member State producers shall make available electronically, free of charge and upon request, to waste management operators carrying out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or treatment, as far as it is needed by those operators to carry out those activities, the following battery model specific information regarding the proper and environmentally sound treatment of waste batteries:
- (a) the processes for the dismantling of light means of transport, vehicles and appliances in a way that allows the removal of incorporated batteries;
- (b) the safety and protective measures, including as regards occupational safety and fire protection, applicable to the storage, transport, and the treatment processes for waste batteries.
The information referred to in points (a) and (b) of the first subparagraph shall identify the components and materials and the location of all hazardous substances in a battery, as far as it is needed by operators carrying out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or treatment, in order to enable them to comply with the requirements of this Regulation.That information shall be made available in a language or languages, which can be easily understood by the operators mentioned in the first subparagraph, as determined by the Member State on whose market the battery is to be made available.
From the moment that a battery is supplied within the territory of a Member State producers shall make available electronically, free of charge and upon request, to waste management operators carrying out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or treatment, as far as it is needed by those operators to carry out those activities, the following battery model specific information regarding the proper and environmentally sound treatment of waste batteries:
- (a) the processes for the dismantling of light means of transport, vehicles and appliances in a way that allows the removal of incorporated batteries;
- (b) the safety and protective measures, including as regards occupational safety and fire protection, applicable to the storage, transport, and the treatment processes for waste batteries.
The information referred to in points (a) and (b) of the first subparagraph shall identify the components and materials and the location of all hazardous substances in a battery, as far as it is needed by operators carrying out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or treatment, in order to enable them to comply with the requirements of this Regulation. That information shall be made available in a language or languages, which can be easily understood by the operators mentioned in the first subparagraph, as determined by the Member State on whose market the battery is to be made available.
Ab dem Zeitpunkt, zu dem eine Batterie im Hoheitsgebiet eines Mitgliedstaats bereitgestellt wird, stellen Hersteller Abfallbewirtschaftern, die eine Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, eine Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung oder eine Behandlung durchführen, kostenlos, elektronisch und auf Anfrage, soweit dies von diesen Betreibern zur Durchführung dieser Tätigkeiten benötigt wird, die folgenden batteriemodellspezifischen Informationen über die ordnungsgemäße und umweltgerechte Behandlung von Altbatterien zur Verfügung:
- a) die Verfahren zur Demontage von leichten Verkehrsmitteln, Fahrzeugen und Geräten auf eine Weise, die die Entfernung eingebaute Batterien ermöglicht;
- b) die Sicherheits- und Schutzmaßnahmen, einschließlich in Bezug auf Arbeitsschutz und Brandschutz, die für die Lagerung, Beförderung und Behandlungsverfahren von Altbatterien gelten.
Die in Unterabsatz 1 Buchstaben a und b genannten Informationen müssen die Bauteile und Materialien sowie den Standort aller gefährlichen Stoffe in einer Batterie angeben, soweit dies von Betreibern, die eine Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, eine Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung oder eine Behandlung durchführen, benötigt wird, damit diese die Anforderungen dieser Verordnung erfüllen können. Diese Informationen werden in einer oder mehreren Sprachen zur Verfügung gestellt, die von den im ersten Unterabsatz genannten Betreibern leicht verstanden werden können, wie von dem Mitgliedstaat bestimmt, auf dessen Markt die Batterie bereitgestellt werden soll.
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Distributors that supply batteries to end-users shall permanently provide in their retail premises in an easily accessible and clearly visible manner for the end-users of the batteries, the information referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2, and information on how the end-users may return waste batteries free of charge to the respective collection points established at retail outlets or on behalf of an online platform. That obligation shall be limited to the categories of batteries which the distributor or retailer has, or had, as new batteries in its offer.Distributors shall provide the information referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 also when they sell their products through online platforms that allow consumers to conclude distance contracts with traders.
Distributors that supply batteries to end-users shall permanently provide in their retail premises in an easily accessible and clearly visible manner for the end-users of the batteries, the information referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2, and information on how the end-users may return waste batteries free of charge to the respective collection points established at retail outlets or on behalf of an online platform. That obligation shall be limited to the categories of batteries which the distributor or retailer has, or had, as new batteries in its offer. Distributors shall provide the information referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 also when they sell their products through online platforms that allow consumers to conclude distance contracts with traders.
Händler, die Batterien an Endnutzer liefern, stellen in ihren Verkaufsräumen die in den Absätzen 1 und 2 genannten Informationen sowie Informationen darüber, wie Endnutzer Altbatterien kostenlos an die jeweiligen bei Verkaufsstellen oder im Namen einer Online-Plattform eingerichteten Sammelstellen zurückgeben können, dauerhaft, leicht zugänglich und für die Endnutzer der Batterien deutlich sichtbar bereit. Diese Verpflichtung ist auf die Batteriekategorien beschränkt, die der Händler oder Einzelhändler als neue Batterien in seinem Angebot hat oder hatte. Händler stellen die in den Absätzen 1 und 2 genannten Informationen auch bereit, wenn sie ihre Produkte über Online-Plattformen verkaufen, die es Verbrauchern ermöglichen, mit Händlern Fernabsatzverträge zu schließen.
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The costs covered by the producer under Article 56(4), points (a) to (d), shall be shown separately to the end-user at the point of sale of a new battery.
The costs covered by the producer under Article 56(4), points (a) to (d), shall be shown separately to the end-user at the point of sale of a new battery.
Die vom Hersteller gemäß Artikel 56 Absatz 4 Buchstaben a bis d getragenen Kosten werden dem Endnutzer an der Verkaufsstelle einer neuen Batterie gesondert ausgewiesen.
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Producers of the relevant category of batteries or producer responsibility organisations shall conduct awareness campaigns and offer incentives to encourage end-users to discard waste batteries in a manner that is in line with the information made available to end-users regarding the prevention and management of waste batteries in accordance with paragraph 1.
Producers of the relevant category of batteries or producer responsibility organisations shall conduct awareness campaigns and offer incentives to encourage end-users to discard waste batteries in a manner that is in line with the information made available to end-users regarding the prevention and management of waste batteries in accordance with paragraph 1.
Hersteller der betreffenden Batteriekategorie oder Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung führen Sensibilisierungskampagnen durch und bieten Anreize an, um Endnutzer dazu zu bewegen, Altbatterien entsprechend den Endnutzern gemäß Absatz 1 zur Vermeidung und Bewirtschaftung von Altbatterien bereitgestellten Informationen zu entsorgen.
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Where information is provided publicly to end-users under this Article, the confidentiality of commercially sensitive information in conformity with the relevant Union and national law shall be preserved.
Where information is provided publicly to end-users under this Article, the confidentiality of commercially sensitive information in conformity with the relevant Union and national law shall be preserved.
Werden Endnutzern gemäß diesem Artikel Informationen öffentlich bereitgestellt, wird die Vertraulichkeit wirtschaftlich sensibler Informationen im Einklang mit dem einschlägigen Unionsrecht und nationalen Recht gewahrt.
Article 75 — Minimum requirements for reporting to the competent authorities Article 75 — Minimum requirements for reporting to the competent authorities Article 75 — Mindestanforderungen an die Berichterstattung an die zuständigen Behörden
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Producers of portable batteries and producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations shall report to the competent authority, for each calendar year, at least the following information according to the chemistry and category of batteries and waste batteries:
- (a) the amount of portable batteries and LMT batteries made available on the market for the first time in the territory of a Member State, excluding batteries that have left the territory of that Member State in that year, before being sold to end-users;
- (b) the amount of portable batteries of general use made available on the market for the first time in the territory of a Member State, excluding portable batteries of general use that have left the territory of that Member State in that year, before being sold to end-users;
- (c) the amount of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries collected in accordance with Articles 59 and 60, respectively;
- (d) the collection rate reached by the producer or producer responsibility organisation for waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries;
- (e) the amount of collected waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries delivered to permitted facilities for treatment;
- (f) the amount of collected waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries exported to third countries for treatment, preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
- (g) the amount of collected waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries delivered to permitted facilities for preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing.
Where waste management operators other than producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, collect waste portable batteries or waste LMT batteries from distributors or other collection points for waste portable batteries or waste LMT batteries, they shall report to the competent authority for each calendar year the amount of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries collected according to their chemistry.
Producers of portable batteries and producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations shall report to the competent authority, for each calendar year, at least the following information according to the chemistry and category of batteries and waste batteries:
- (a) the amount of portable batteries and LMT batteries made available on the market for the first time in the territory of a Member State, excluding batteries that have left the territory of that Member State in that year, before being sold to end-users;
- (b) the amount of portable batteries of general use made available on the market for the first time in the territory of a Member State, excluding portable batteries of general use that have left the territory of that Member State in that year, before being sold to end-users;
- (c) the amount of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries collected in accordance with Articles 59 and 60, respectively;
- (d) the collection rate reached by the producer or producer responsibility organisation for waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries;
- (e) the amount of collected waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries delivered to permitted facilities for treatment;
- (f) the amount of collected waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries exported to third countries for treatment, preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
- (g) the amount of collected waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries delivered to permitted facilities for preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing.
Where waste management operators other than producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, collect waste portable batteries or waste LMT batteries from distributors or other collection points for waste portable batteries or waste LMT batteries, they shall report to the competent authority for each calendar year the amount of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries collected according to their chemistry.
Hersteller von Gerätebatterien und Hersteller von LMT-Batterien oder, sofern sie gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 benannt wurden, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung melden der zuständigen Behörde für jedes Kalenderjahr mindestens die folgenden Informationen, aufgeschlüsselt nach der chemischen Zusammensetzung und der Kategorie der Batterien und Altbatterien:
- a) die Menge der Gerätebatterien und LMT-Batterien, die erstmals im Hoheitsgebiet eines Mitgliedstaats auf dem Markt bereitgestellt wurden, ausgenommen Batterien, die das Hoheitsgebiet dieses Mitgliedstaats in diesem Jahr verlassen haben, bevor sie an Endnutzer verkauft wurden;
- b) die Menge der Gerätebatterien für den allgemeinen Gebrauch, die erstmals im Hoheitsgebiet eines Mitgliedstaats auf dem Markt bereitgestellt wurden, ausgenommen solche, die das Hoheitsgebiet dieses Mitgliedstaats in diesem Jahr verlassen haben, bevor sie an Endnutzer verkauft wurden;
- c) die gemäß den Artikeln 59 bzw. 60 gesammelte Menge gebrauchter Gerätebatterien und gebrauchter LMT-Batterien;
- d) die vom Hersteller oder von der Organisation für die Herstellerverantwortung erreichte Sammelquote für gebrauchte Gerätebatterien und gebrauchte LMT-Batterien;
- e) die Menge der gesammelten gebrauchten Gerätebatterien und gebrauchten LMT-Batterien, die zugelassenen Anlagen zur Behandlung zugeführt wurde;
- f) die Menge der gesammelten gebrauchten Gerätebatterien und gebrauchten LMT-Batterien, die zur Behandlung, Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung oder Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung in Drittländer ausgeführt wurde;
- g) die Menge der gesammelten gebrauchten Gerätebatterien und gebrauchten LMT-Batterien, die zugelassenen Anlagen zur Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung oder Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung zugeführt wurde.
Sammeln andere Abfallbewirtschafter als Hersteller oder, sofern sie gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 benannt wurden, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung gebrauchte Gerätebatterien oder gebrauchte LMT-Batterien bei Händlern oder an anderen Sammelstellen für gebrauchte Gerätebatterien oder gebrauchte LMT-Batterien, so melden sie der zuständigen Behörde für jedes Kalenderjahr die nach ihrer chemischen Zusammensetzung aufgeschlüsselte Menge der gesammelten gebrauchten Gerätebatterien und gebrauchten LMT-Batterien.
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Producers of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries or where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1) producer responsibility organisations, shall report to the competent authority for each calendar year the following information, according to chemistries and categories of waste batteries:
- (a) the amount of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries made available on the market for the first time in a Member State, excluding batteries that have left the territory of that Member State in that year, before being sold to end-users;
- (b) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries delivered to permitted facilities for preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
- (c) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries delivered to permitted facilities for treatment;
- (d) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries exported to third countries for preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or for treatment.
Producers of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries or where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1) producer responsibility organisations, shall report to the competent authority for each calendar year the following information, according to chemistries and categories of waste batteries:
- (a) the amount of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries made available on the market for the first time in a Member State, excluding batteries that have left the territory of that Member State in that year, before being sold to end-users;
- (b) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries delivered to permitted facilities for preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
- (c) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries delivered to permitted facilities for treatment;
- (d) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries exported to third countries for preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or for treatment.
Hersteller von SLI-Batterien, Industriebatterien und Elektrofahrzeugbatterien oder, sofern sie gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 benannt wurden, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung melden der zuständigen Behörde für jedes Kalenderjahr die folgenden Informationen, aufgeschlüsselt nach chemischer Zusammensetzung und Kategorien von Altbatterien:
- a) die Menge der SLI-Batterien, Industriebatterien und Elektrofahrzeugbatterien, die erstmals in einem Mitgliedstaat auf dem Markt bereitgestellt wurden, ausgenommen Batterien, die das Hoheitsgebiet dieses Mitgliedstaats in diesem Jahr verlassen haben, bevor sie an Endnutzer verkauft wurden;
- b) die Menge der gesammelten gebrauchten SLI-Batterien, gebrauchten Industriebatterien und gebrauchten Elektrofahrzeugbatterien, die zugelassenen Anlagen zur Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung oder Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung zugeführt wurde;
- c) die Menge der gesammelten gebrauchten SLI-Batterien, gebrauchten Industriebatterien und gebrauchten Elektrofahrzeugbatterien, die zugelassenen Anlagen zur Behandlung zugeführt wurde;
- d) die Menge der gesammelten gebrauchten SLI-Batterien, gebrauchten Industriebatterien und gebrauchten Elektrofahrzeugbatterien, die zur Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung oder Behandlung in Drittländer ausgeführt wurde.
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Where waste management operators collect waste batteries from distributors or other collection points for waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries or from end-users, they shall report to the competent authority for each calendar year the following information according to chemistries and categories of waste batteries:
- (a) the amount of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries collected;
- (b) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries delivered to permitted facilities for preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
- (c) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries delivered to permitted facilities for treatment;
- (d) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries exported to third countries for preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or for treatment.
Where waste management operators collect waste batteries from distributors or other collection points for waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries or from end-users, they shall report to the competent authority for each calendar year the following information according to chemistries and categories of waste batteries:
- (a) the amount of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries collected;
- (b) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries delivered to permitted facilities for preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
- (c) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries delivered to permitted facilities for treatment;
- (d) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries exported to third countries for preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or for treatment.
Sammeln Abfallbewirtschafter Altbatterien bei Händlern oder an anderen Sammelstellen für gebrauchte SLI-Batterien, gebrauchte Industriebatterien und gebrauchte Elektrofahrzeugbatterien oder bei Endnutzern, so melden sie der zuständigen Behörde für jedes Kalenderjahr die folgenden Informationen, aufgeschlüsselt nach chemischer Zusammensetzung und Kategorien von Altbatterien:
- a) die Menge der gesammelten gebrauchten SLI-Batterien, gebrauchten Industriebatterien und gebrauchten Elektrofahrzeugbatterien;
- b) die Menge der gesammelten gebrauchten SLI-Batterien, gebrauchten Industriebatterien und gebrauchten Elektrofahrzeugbatterien, die zugelassenen Anlagen zur Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung oder Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung zugeführt wurde;
- c) die Menge der gesammelten gebrauchten SLI-Batterien, gebrauchten Industriebatterien und gebrauchten Elektrofahrzeugbatterien, die zugelassenen Anlagen zur Behandlung zugeführt wurde;
- d) die Menge der gesammelten gebrauchten SLI-Batterien, gebrauchten Industriebatterien und gebrauchten Elektrofahrzeugbatterien, die zur Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung oder Behandlung in Drittländer ausgeführt wurde.
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The information referred to in paragraph 1, points (a) to (g), of this Article shall include information on batteries incorporated into vehicles and appliances, and waste batteries removed from vehicles and appliances in accordance with Article 65.
The information referred to in paragraph 1, points (a) to (g), of this Article shall include information on batteries incorporated into vehicles and appliances, and waste batteries removed from vehicles and appliances in accordance with Article 65.
Die in Absatz 1 Buchstaben a bis g dieses Artikels genannten Informationen umfassen Informationen über in Fahrzeuge und Geräte eingebaute Batterien sowie über gemäß Artikel 65 aus Fahrzeugen und Geräten entfernte Altbatterien.
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Waste management operators carrying out treatment and recyclers shall report to the competent authorities of the Member State where treatment of waste batteries takes place, for each calendar year and by Member State where the waste batteries were collected, the following information:
- (a) the amount of waste batteries received for treatment;
- (b) the amount of waste batteries that began to undergo preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or recycling processes;
- (c) data on recycling efficiency for waste batteries, recovery of materials from waste batteries and the destination and yield of the final output fractions.
Reporting on the recycling efficiency and recovery of materials shall cover all individual steps of recycling and all corresponding output fractions. Where recycling operations are carried out at more than one facility, the first recycler shall be responsible for collecting the information and reporting that information to the competent authorities.The competent authority of the Member State where the treatment of waste batteries takes place, shall provide the information referred to in this paragraph to the competent authority of the Member State where the batteries were collected, if different.Waste batteries sent to another Member State for treatment in that other Member State shall be included in the recycling efficiency and recovery of materials data and shall count towards the attainment of the targets set out in Annex XII by the Member State in which that waste was collected.
Waste management operators carrying out treatment and recyclers shall report to the competent authorities of the Member State where treatment of waste batteries takes place, for each calendar year and by Member State where the waste batteries were collected, the following information:
- (a) the amount of waste batteries received for treatment;
- (b) the amount of waste batteries that began to undergo preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or recycling processes;
- (c) data on recycling efficiency for waste batteries, recovery of materials from waste batteries and the destination and yield of the final output fractions.
Reporting on the recycling efficiency and recovery of materials shall cover all individual steps of recycling and all corresponding output fractions. Where recycling operations are carried out at more than one facility, the first recycler shall be responsible for collecting the information and reporting that information to the competent authorities. The competent authority of the Member State where the treatment of waste batteries takes place, shall provide the information referred to in this paragraph to the competent authority of the Member State where the batteries were collected, if different. Waste batteries sent to another Member State for treatment in that other Member State shall be included in the recycling efficiency and recovery of materials data and shall count towards the attainment of the targets set out in Annex XII by the Member State in which that waste was collected.
Abfallbewirtschafter, die eine Behandlung durchführen, sowie Recycler melden den zuständigen Behörden des Mitgliedstaats, in dem die Behandlung der Altbatterien stattfindet, für jedes Kalenderjahr und aufgeschlüsselt nach dem Mitgliedstaat, in dem die Altbatterien gesammelt wurden, die folgenden Informationen:
- a) die Menge der zur Behandlung erhaltenen Altbatterien;
- b) die Menge der Altbatterien, deren Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung oder Recyclingverfahren begonnen haben;
- c) Daten zur Recyclingeffizienz von Altbatterien, zur Rückgewinnung von Materialien aus Altbatterien sowie zum Bestimmungsort und zur Ausbeute der endgültigen Outputfraktionen.
Die Berichterstattung über die Recyclingeffizienz und die Rückgewinnung von Materialien umfasst alle einzelnen Recyclingstufen und alle entsprechenden Outputfraktionen. Werden Recyclingverfahren in mehr als einer Anlage durchgeführt, ist der erste Recycler für die Erhebung der Informationen und deren Meldung an die zuständigen Behörden verantwortlich. Die zuständige Behörde des Mitgliedstaats, in dem die Behandlung der Altbatterien stattfindet, übermittelt die in diesem Absatz genannten Informationen der zuständigen Behörde des Mitgliedstaats, in dem die Batterien gesammelt wurden, sofern es sich um einen anderen Mitgliedstaat handelt. Zur Behandlung in einen anderen Mitgliedstaat verbrachte Altbatterien werden in die Daten zur Recyclingeffizienz und Materialrückgewinnung einbezogen und auf die Erreichung der in Anhang XII festgelegten Ziele durch den Mitgliedstaat angerechnet, in dem diese Abfälle gesammelt wurden.
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Where waste holders other than those referred to in paragraph 5 export batteries for treatment they shall report the data on the amount of separately collected waste batteries exported for treatment and the data referred to in paragraph 5, points (b) and (c) to the competent authorities of the Member States where they are located.
Where waste holders other than those referred to in paragraph 5 export batteries for treatment they shall report the data on the amount of separately collected waste batteries exported for treatment and the data referred to in paragraph 5, points (b) and (c) to the competent authorities of the Member States where they are located.
Führen andere Abfallbesitzer als die in Absatz 5 genannten Batterien zur Behandlung aus, so melden sie den zuständigen Behörden der Mitgliedstaaten, in denen sie ansässig sind, die Daten über die Menge der getrennt gesammelten und zur Behandlung ausgeführten Altbatterien sowie die in Absatz 5 Buchstaben b und c genannten Daten.
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Producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, waste management operators and waste holders referred to in this Article shall report within six months of the end of the reporting year for which the data are collected. The first reporting period shall concern the first full calendar year after the entry into force of the implementing act that establishes the format for reporting to the Commission, in accordance with Article 76(5).
Producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, waste management operators and waste holders referred to in this Article shall report within six months of the end of the reporting year for which the data are collected. The first reporting period shall concern the first full calendar year after the entry into force of the implementing act that establishes the format for reporting to the Commission, in accordance with Article 76(5).
Hersteller oder, sofern sie gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 benannt wurden, Organisationen für die Herstellerverantwortung, Abfallbewirtschafter und die in diesem Artikel genannten Abfallbesitzer erstatten die Meldung innerhalb von sechs Monaten nach dem Ende des Berichtsjahres, für das die Daten erhoben werden. Der erste Berichtszeitraum betrifft das erste vollständige Kalenderjahr nach Inkrafttreten des Durchführungsrechtsakts, der gemäß Artikel 76 Absatz 5 das Format für die Berichterstattung an die Kommission festlegt.
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The competent authorities shall establish electronic systems through which data shall be reported to them and specify the formats to be used.
The competent authorities shall establish electronic systems through which data shall be reported to them and specify the formats to be used.
Die zuständigen Behörden richten elektronische Systeme ein, über die ihnen Daten gemeldet werden, und legen die zu verwendenden Formate fest.
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Member State may allow competent authorities to request any additional information necessary to ensure that the data reported are reliable.
Member State may allow competent authorities to request any additional information necessary to ensure that the data reported are reliable.
Ein Mitgliedstaat kann den zuständigen Behörden gestatten, alle zusätzlichen Informationen anzufordern, die erforderlich sind, um sicherzustellen, dass die gemeldeten Daten zuverlässig sind.
Article 76 — Reporting to the Commission Article 76 — Reporting to the Commission Article 76 — Berichterstattung an die Kommission
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Member States shall make publicly available in an aggregated form for each calendar year and in the format established by the Commission in the implementing act adopted pursuant to paragraph 5, the following data on portable batteries, LMT batteries, SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries, according to battery categories and their chemistries:
- (a) the amount of batteries made available on the market for the first time in a Member State, including those incorporated in appliances, vehicles or industrial products, but excluding batteries that have left the territory of that Member State in that year, before being sold to end-users;
- (b) the amount of waste batteries collected in accordance with Articles 59, 60 and 61, and collection rates calculated on the basis of the methodology set out in Annex XI;
- (c) the amount of waste industrial batteries and the amount of waste electric vehicle batteries collected and delivered to permitted facilities for preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
- (d) the values for the recycling efficiencies achieved as referred to in Part B of Annex XII and the values for the recovery of materials achieved as referred to in Part C of Annex XII, regarding the batteries collected in that Member State.
Member States shall make those data available within 18 months of the end of the reporting year for which the data are collected. They shall make those data public electronically in the format established by the Commission in accordance with paragraph 5, using easily accessible data services. The data shall be machine readable, sortable and searchable, and shall respect open standards for third party use. Member States shall notify the Commission when the data referred to in the first subparagraph are made available.The first reporting period shall concern the first full calendar year after the entry into force of the implementing act that establishes the format for reporting to the Commission, in accordance with paragraph 5.In addition to the obligations under Directives 2000/53/EC and 2012/19/EU, data referred to in paragraph 1, first subparagraph, points (a) to (d), of this Article shall include batteries incorporated into vehicles and appliances, and waste batteries removed from those vehicles and appliances in accordance with Article 65.
Member States shall make publicly available in an aggregated form for each calendar year and in the format established by the Commission in the implementing act adopted pursuant to paragraph 5, the following data on portable batteries, LMT batteries, SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries, according to battery categories and their chemistries:
- (a) the amount of batteries made available on the market for the first time in a Member State, including those incorporated in appliances, vehicles or industrial products, but excluding batteries that have left the territory of that Member State in that year, before being sold to end-users;
- (b) the amount of waste batteries collected in accordance with Articles 59, 60 and 61, and collection rates calculated on the basis of the methodology set out in Annex XI;
- (c) the amount of waste industrial batteries and the amount of waste electric vehicle batteries collected and delivered to permitted facilities for preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
- (d) the values for the recycling efficiencies achieved as referred to in Part B of Annex XII and the values for the recovery of materials achieved as referred to in Part C of Annex XII, regarding the batteries collected in that Member State.
Member States shall make those data available within 18 months of the end of the reporting year for which the data are collected. They shall make those data public electronically in the format established by the Commission in accordance with paragraph 5, using easily accessible data services. The data shall be machine readable, sortable and searchable, and shall respect open standards for third party use. Member States shall notify the Commission when the data referred to in the first subparagraph are made available. The first reporting period shall concern the first full calendar year after the entry into force of the implementing act that establishes the format for reporting to the Commission, in accordance with paragraph 5. In addition to the obligations under Directives 2000/53/EC and 2012/19/EU, data referred to in paragraph 1, first subparagraph, points (a) to (d), of this Article shall include batteries incorporated into vehicles and appliances, and waste batteries removed from those vehicles and appliances in accordance with Article 65.
Die Mitgliedstaaten machen für jedes Kalenderjahr in aggregierter Form und in dem von der Kommission in dem gemäß Absatz 5 erlassenen Durchführungsrechtsakt festgelegten Format die folgenden Daten über Gerätebatterien, LMT-Batterien, SLI-Batterien, Industriebatterien und Elektrofahrzeugbatterien, aufgeschlüsselt nach Batteriekategorien und ihrer chemischen Zusammensetzung, öffentlich zugänglich:
- a) die Menge der Batterien, die erstmals in einem Mitgliedstaat auf dem Markt bereitgestellt wurden, einschließlich der in Geräten, Fahrzeugen oder Industrieerzeugnissen eingebauten Batterien, jedoch ausgenommen Batterien, die das Hoheitsgebiet dieses Mitgliedstaats in diesem Jahr verlassen haben, bevor sie an Endnutzer verkauft wurden;
- b) die gemäß den Artikeln 59, 60 und 61 gesammelte Menge an Altbatterien sowie die anhand der in Anhang XI festgelegten Methode berechneten Sammelquoten;
- c) die Menge der gesammelten gebrauchten Industriebatterien und die Menge der gesammelten gebrauchten Elektrofahrzeugbatterien, die zugelassenen Anlagen zur Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung oder Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung zugeführt wurden;
- d) die Werte der erzielten Recyclingeffizienzen gemäß Anhang XII Teil B und die Werte der erzielten Materialrückgewinnung gemäß Anhang XII Teil C in Bezug auf die in diesem Mitgliedstaat gesammelten Batterien.
Die Mitgliedstaaten stellen diese Daten innerhalb von 18 Monaten nach dem Ende des Berichtsjahres, für das die Daten erhoben werden, zur Verfügung. Sie machen diese Daten elektronisch in dem von der Kommission gemäß Absatz 5 festgelegten Format über leicht zugängliche Datendienste öffentlich. Die Daten müssen maschinenlesbar, sortierbar und durchsuchbar sein und offenen Standards für die Nutzung durch Dritte entsprechen. Die Mitgliedstaaten teilen der Kommission mit, wann die in Unterabsatz 1 genannten Daten verfügbar gemacht werden. Der erste Berichtszeitraum betrifft das erste vollständige Kalenderjahr nach Inkrafttreten des Durchführungsrechtsakts, der gemäß Absatz 5 das Format für die Berichterstattung an die Kommission festlegt. Zusätzlich zu den Verpflichtungen aus den Richtlinien 2000/53/EG und 2012/19/EU umfassen die in Absatz 1 Unterabsatz 1 Buchstaben a bis d dieses Artikels genannten Daten in Fahrzeuge und Geräte eingebaute Batterien sowie gemäß Artikel 65 aus diesen Fahrzeugen und Geräten entfernte Altbatterien.
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Reporting on the recycling efficiency and recovery of materials referred to in paragraph 1, first subparagraph, point (d), shall cover all individual steps of recycling and all corresponding output fractions.
Reporting on the recycling efficiency and recovery of materials referred to in paragraph 1, first subparagraph, point (d), shall cover all individual steps of recycling and all corresponding output fractions.
Die Berichterstattung über die in Absatz 1 Unterabsatz 1 Buchstabe d genannte Recyclingeffizienz und Materialrückgewinnung umfasst alle einzelnen Recyclingstufen und alle entsprechenden Outputfraktionen.
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The data made available by Member States in accordance with this Article shall be accompanied by a quality check report to be presented in the format established by the Commission in accordance with paragraph 5.
The data made available by Member States in accordance with this Article shall be accompanied by a quality check report to be presented in the format established by the Commission in accordance with paragraph 5.
Den von den Mitgliedstaaten gemäß diesem Artikel bereitgestellten Daten wird ein Bericht über die Qualitätsprüfung beigefügt, der in dem von der Kommission gemäß Absatz 5 festgelegten Format vorzulegen ist.
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The Commission shall collect and review the information made available in accordance with this Article. The Commission shall publish a report assessing the organisation of the data collection, the sources of data and the methodology used in Member States as well as the completeness, reliability, timeliness and consistency of those data. That assessment may include specific recommendations for improvement. The report shall be drawn up within 6 months of the first reporting of the data by Member States and every four years thereafter.
The Commission shall collect and review the information made available in accordance with this Article. The Commission shall publish a report assessing the organisation of the data collection, the sources of data and the methodology used in Member States as well as the completeness, reliability, timeliness and consistency of those data. That assessment may include specific recommendations for improvement. The report shall be drawn up within 6 months of the first reporting of the data by Member States and every four years thereafter.
Die Kommission erhebt und überprüft die gemäß diesem Artikel bereitgestellten Informationen. Die Kommission veröffentlicht einen Bericht, in dem die Organisation der Datenerhebung, die Datenquellen und die in den Mitgliedstaaten verwendete Methodik sowie die Vollständigkeit, Zuverlässigkeit, Aktualität und Kohärenz dieser Daten bewertet werden. Diese Bewertung kann konkrete Verbesserungsempfehlungen enthalten. Der Bericht wird innerhalb von sechs Monaten nach der erstmaligen Meldung der Daten durch die Mitgliedstaaten und danach alle vier Jahre erstellt.
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The Commission shall, by 18 August 2025, adopt implementing acts laying down the format for the data and information to be reported to the Commission, as well as assessment methods and operational conditions related to collection and treatment of waste batteries, for the purpose of paragraphs 1 and 4 of this Article. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
The Commission shall, by 18 August 2025, adopt implementing acts laying down the format for the data and information to be reported to the Commission, as well as assessment methods and operational conditions related to collection and treatment of waste batteries, for the purpose of paragraphs 1 and 4 of this Article. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Die Kommission erlässt bis zum 18. August 2025 Durchführungsrechtsakte zur Festlegung des Formats für die der Kommission zu meldenden Daten und Informationen sowie der Bewertungsmethoden und Betriebsbedingungen im Zusammenhang mit der Sammlung und Behandlung von Altbatterien für die Zwecke der Absätze 1 und 4 dieses Artikels. Diese Durchführungsrechtsakte werden gemäß dem in Artikel 90 Absatz 3 genannten Prüfverfahren erlassen.
CHAPTER IX — Digital battery passport CHAPTER IX — Digital battery passport CHAPTER IX — Digitaler Batteriepass
Article 77 — Battery passport Article 77 — Battery passport Article 77 — Batteriepass
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From 18 February 2027 each LMT battery, each industrial battery with a capacity greater than 2 kWh and each electric vehicle battery placed on the market or put into service shall have an electronic record (battery passport).
From 18 February 2027 each LMT battery, each industrial battery with a capacity greater than 2 kWh and each electric vehicle battery placed on the market or put into service shall have an electronic record (battery passport).
Ab dem 18. Februar 2027 verfügt jede LMT-Batterie, jede Industriebatterie mit einer Kapazität von mehr als 2 kWh und jede auf dem Markt bereitgestellte oder in Betrieb genommene Elektrofahrzeugbatterie über einen elektronischen Datensatz (Batteriepass).
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The battery passport shall contain information relating to the battery model and information specific to the individual battery, including resulting from the use of that battery, as set out in Annex XIII.
The information in the battery passport shall comprise:
- (a) information accessible to the general public in accordance with point 1 of Annex XIII;
- (b) information accessible only to notified bodies, market surveillance authorities and the Commission in accordance with points 2 and 3 of Annex XIII; and
- (c) information accessible only to any natural or legal person with a legitimate interest in accessing and processing that information for the purposes referred to in points (a) and (b) of the third subparagraph in accordance with points 2 and 4 of Annex XIII.
The purposes for accessing and processing the information as referred to in point (c) of the second subparagraph, shall:
- (a) concern dismantling of the battery, including safety measures to be taken during the dismantling, and the detailed composition of the battery model and be essential to allow repairers, remanufacturers, second-life operators and recyclers to conduct their respective economic activities in accordance with this Regulation; or
- (b) in the case of individual batteries, be essential to the purchaser of the battery or parties acting on the purchaser’s behalf, for the purpose of making the individual battery available to independent energy aggregators or energy market participants.
The information referred to in the second subparagraph shall be included in the battery passport to the extent applicable to the category or sub-category of battery concerned.The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend Annex XIII as regards the information to be included in the battery passport in view of technical and scientific progress.
The battery passport shall contain information relating to the battery model and information specific to the individual battery, including resulting from the use of that battery, as set out in Annex XIII.
The information in the battery passport shall comprise:
- (a) information accessible to the general public in accordance with point 1 of Annex XIII;
- (b) information accessible only to notified bodies, market surveillance authorities and the Commission in accordance with points 2 and 3 of Annex XIII; and
- (c) information accessible only to any natural or legal person with a legitimate interest in accessing and processing that information for the purposes referred to in points (a) and (b) of the third subparagraph in accordance with points 2 and 4 of Annex XIII.
The purposes for accessing and processing the information as referred to in point (c) of the second subparagraph, shall:
- (a) concern dismantling of the battery, including safety measures to be taken during the dismantling, and the detailed composition of the battery model and be essential to allow repairers, remanufacturers, second-life operators and recyclers to conduct their respective economic activities in accordance with this Regulation; or
- (b) in the case of individual batteries, be essential to the purchaser of the battery or parties acting on the purchaser’s behalf, for the purpose of making the individual battery available to independent energy aggregators or energy market participants.
The information referred to in the second subparagraph shall be included in the battery passport to the extent applicable to the category or sub-category of battery concerned. The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend Annex XIII as regards the information to be included in the battery passport in view of technical and scientific progress.
Der Batteriepass enthält Informationen zum Batteriemodell und Informationen, die für die einzelne Batterie spezifisch sind, einschließlich Informationen, die sich aus der Nutzung dieser Batterie ergeben, wie in Anhang XIII festgelegt.
Die Informationen im Batteriepass umfassen:
- a) Informationen, die gemäß Anhang XIII Nummer 1 der Allgemeinheit zugänglich sind;
- b) Informationen, die gemäß Anhang XIII Nummern 2 und 3 ausschließlich notifizierten Stellen, Marktüberwachungsbehörden und der Kommission zugänglich sind; und
- c) Informationen, die gemäß Anhang XIII Nummern 2 und 4 ausschließlich natürlichen oder juristischen Personen zugänglich sind, die ein berechtigtes Interesse am Zugriff auf diese Informationen und ihrer Verarbeitung für die in Unterabsatz 3 Buchstaben a und b genannten Zwecke haben.
Die Zwecke des Zugriffs auf und der Verarbeitung der in Unterabsatz 2 Buchstabe c genannten Informationen müssen:
- a) die Demontage der Batterie, einschließlich der während der Demontage zu ergreifenden Sicherheitsmaßnahmen, und die detaillierte Zusammensetzung des Batteriemodells betreffen und wesentlich dafür sein, dass Reparaturbetriebe, Wiederaufarbeiter, Betreiber von Zweitanwendungen und Recycler ihre jeweiligen wirtschaftlichen Tätigkeiten im Einklang mit dieser Verordnung ausüben können; oder
- b) bei einzelnen Batterien für den Käufer der Batterie oder in dessen Namen handelnde Parteien wesentlich sein, um die einzelne Batterie unabhängigen Energieaggregatoren oder Teilnehmern am Energiemarkt zur Verfügung zu stellen.
Die in Unterabsatz 2 genannten Informationen werden in dem Umfang in den Batteriepass aufgenommen, in dem sie für die betreffende Kategorie oder Unterkategorie von Batterien gelten. Der Kommission wird die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zur Änderung des Anhangs XIII hinsichtlich der in den Batteriepass aufzunehmenden Informationen im Hinblick auf den technischen und wissenschaftlichen Fortschritt zu erlassen.
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The battery passport shall be accessible through the QR code referred to in Article 13(6) which links to a unique identifier that the economic operator placing the battery on the market shall attribute to it.The QR code and the unique identifier shall comply with the ISO/IEC standards 15459-1:2014, 15459-2:2015, 15459-3:2014, 15459-4:2014, 15459-5:2014 and 15459-6:2014 or their equivalent.The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the second subparagraph of this paragraph in light of technical and scientific progress by replacing the standards referred to in that subparagraph or adding other European or international standards with which the QR code and the unique identifier shall comply.
The battery passport shall be accessible through the QR code referred to in Article 13(6) which links to a unique identifier that the economic operator placing the battery on the market shall attribute to it. The QR code and the unique identifier shall comply with the ISO/IEC standards 15459-1:2014, 15459-2:2015, 15459-3:2014, 15459-4:2014, 15459-5:2014 and 15459-6:2014 or their equivalent. The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the second subparagraph of this paragraph in light of technical and scientific progress by replacing the standards referred to in that subparagraph or adding other European or international standards with which the QR code and the unique identifier shall comply.
Der Batteriepass ist über den in Artikel 13 Absatz 6 genannten QR-Code zugänglich, der mit einer eindeutigen Kennung verknüpft ist, die ihm vom Wirtschaftsakteur, der die Batterie in Verkehr bringt, zugewiesen wird. Der QR-Code und die eindeutige Kennung müssen den ISO/IEC-Normen 15459-1:2014, 15459-2:2015, 15459-3:2014, 15459-4:2014, 15459-5:2014 und 15459-6:2014 oder gleichwertigen Normen entsprechen. Der Kommission wird die Befugnis übertragen, gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zur Änderung des Unterabsatzes 2 dieses Absatzes im Lichte des technischen und wissenschaftlichen Fortschritts zu erlassen, indem die in diesem Unterabsatz genannten Normen ersetzt oder weitere europäische oder internationale Normen hinzugefügt werden, denen der QR-Code und die eindeutige Kennung entsprechen müssen.
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The economic operator placing the battery on the market shall ensure that the information in the battery passport is accurate, complete and up to date. It may give written authorisation to any other operator to act on its behalf.
The economic operator placing the battery on the market shall ensure that the information in the battery passport is accurate, complete and up to date. It may give written authorisation to any other operator to act on its behalf.
Der Wirtschaftsakteur, der die Batterie in Verkehr bringt, stellt sicher, dass die Informationen im Batteriepass korrekt, vollständig und aktuell sind. Er kann jedem anderen Betreiber eine schriftliche Ermächtigung erteilen, in seinem Namen zu handeln.
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All information included in the battery passport shall be based on open standards and be in an interoperable format, transferable through an open interoperable data exchange network without vendor lock-in, machine-readable, structured and searchable, in accordance with the essential requirements laid down in Article 78.
All information included in the battery passport shall be based on open standards and be in an interoperable format, transferable through an open interoperable data exchange network without vendor lock-in, machine-readable, structured and searchable, in accordance with the essential requirements laid down in Article 78.
Alle im Batteriepass enthaltenen Informationen müssen auf offenen Standards beruhen und in einem interoperablen Format vorliegen, über ein offenes interoperables Datenaustauschnetz ohne Anbieterbindung übertragbar sowie maschinenlesbar, strukturiert und durchsuchbar sein, im Einklang mit den in Artikel 78 festgelegten grundlegenden Anforderungen.
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The access to information included in the battery passport shall be regulated in accordance with the essential requirements laid down in Article 78.
The access to information included in the battery passport shall be regulated in accordance with the essential requirements laid down in Article 78.
Der Zugang zu den im Batteriepass enthaltenen Informationen wird gemäß den in Artikel 78 festgelegten grundlegenden Anforderungen geregelt.
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For a battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, the responsibility for the fulfilment of the obligations under paragraph 4 of this Article shall be transferred to the economic operator that has placed that battery on the market or has put it into service. Such battery shall have a new battery passport linked to the battery passport or passports of the original battery or batteries.Where the status of a battery changes to that of a waste battery, the responsibility for the fulfilment of the obligations under paragraph 4 of this Article shall be transferred either to the producer or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), the producer responsibility organisation, or the waste management operator selected in accordance with Article 57(8).
For a battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, the responsibility for the fulfilment of the obligations under paragraph 4 of this Article shall be transferred to the economic operator that has placed that battery on the market or has put it into service. Such battery shall have a new battery passport linked to the battery passport or passports of the original battery or batteries. Where the status of a battery changes to that of a waste battery, the responsibility for the fulfilment of the obligations under paragraph 4 of this Article shall be transferred either to the producer or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), the producer responsibility organisation, or the waste management operator selected in accordance with Article 57(8).
Bei einer Batterie, die einer Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, einer Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, einer Umnutzung oder einer Wiederaufarbeitung unterzogen wurde, wird die Verantwortung für die Erfüllung der Verpflichtungen nach Absatz 4 dieses Artikels auf den Wirtschaftsakteur übertragen, der diese Batterie in Verkehr gebracht oder in Betrieb genommen hat. Eine solche Batterie erhält einen neuen Batteriepass, der mit dem Batteriepass oder den Batteriepässen der ursprünglichen Batterie oder Batterien verknüpft ist. Ändert sich der Status einer Batterie in den einer Altbatterie, wird die Verantwortung für die Erfüllung der Verpflichtungen nach Absatz 4 dieses Artikels entweder auf den Hersteller oder, sofern gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 1 benannt, die Organisation für die Herstellerverantwortung oder den gemäß Artikel 57 Absatz 8 ausgewählten Abfallbewirtschafter übertragen.
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A battery passport shall cease to exist after the battery has been recycled.
A battery passport shall cease to exist after the battery has been recycled.
Ein Batteriepass erlischt, nachdem die Batterie recycelt wurde.
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By 18 August 2026, the Commission shall adopt implementing acts specifying which persons are to be considered persons with a legitimate interest as referred to in points 2 and 4 respectively of Annex XIII for the purposes of paragraph 2, point (c), of this Article and to which information listed in those points they shall have access, and to what extent they can download, share, publish and re-use that information. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
The criteria for specifying the persons referred to in paragraph 2, point (c), and for determining the extent to which they can download, share, publish and re-use the information referred to in points 2 and 4 of Annex XIII shall be the following:
- (a) the necessity of having such information in order to evaluate the status and residual value of the battery and its capability for further use;
- (b) the necessity of having such information for the purpose of preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing, remanufacturing or recycling of the battery, or for choosing between those operations;
- (c) the need to ensure that the accessing and processing of information in the battery passport that is commercially sensitive is limited to the minimum necessary in accordance with applicable Union law.
By 18 August 2026, the Commission shall adopt implementing acts specifying which persons are to be considered persons with a legitimate interest as referred to in points 2 and 4 respectively of Annex XIII for the purposes of paragraph 2, point (c), of this Article and to which information listed in those points they shall have access, and to what extent they can download, share, publish and re-use that information. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
The criteria for specifying the persons referred to in paragraph 2, point (c), and for determining the extent to which they can download, share, publish and re-use the information referred to in points 2 and 4 of Annex XIII shall be the following:
- (a) the necessity of having such information in order to evaluate the status and residual value of the battery and its capability for further use;
- (b) the necessity of having such information for the purpose of preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing, remanufacturing or recycling of the battery, or for choosing between those operations;
- (c) the need to ensure that the accessing and processing of information in the battery passport that is commercially sensitive is limited to the minimum necessary in accordance with applicable Union law.
Bis zum 18. August 2026 erlässt die Kommission Durchführungsrechtsakte, in denen festgelegt wird, welche Personen für die Zwecke des Absatzes 2 Buchstabe c dieses Artikels als Personen mit einem berechtigten Interesse im Sinne der Nummern 2 bzw. 4 des Anhangs XIII gelten, auf welche der dort aufgeführten Informationen sie Zugriff haben und in welchem Umfang sie diese Informationen herunterladen, teilen, veröffentlichen und wiederverwenden dürfen. Diese Durchführungsrechtsakte werden gemäß dem in Artikel 90 Absatz 3 genannten Prüfverfahren erlassen.
Die Kriterien für die Bestimmung der in Absatz 2 Buchstabe c genannten Personen und für die Festlegung des Umfangs, in dem sie die in Anhang XIII Nummern 2 und 4 genannten Informationen herunterladen, teilen, veröffentlichen und wiederverwenden dürfen, sind folgende:
- a) die Notwendigkeit, über diese Informationen zu verfügen, um den Zustand und den Restwert der Batterie sowie ihre Fähigkeit zur weiteren Verwendung zu bewerten;
- b) die Notwendigkeit, über diese Informationen zum Zweck der Vorbereitung zur Wiederverwendung, der Vorbereitung zur Umnutzung, der Umnutzung, der Wiederaufarbeitung oder des Recyclings der Batterie oder zur Auswahl zwischen diesen Tätigkeiten zu verfügen;
- c) die Notwendigkeit sicherzustellen, dass der Zugriff auf und die Verarbeitung wirtschaftlich sensibler Informationen im Batteriepass gemäß dem geltenden Unionsrecht auf das unbedingt erforderliche Mindestmaß beschränkt wird.
Article 78 — Technical design and operation of the battery passport Article 78 — Technical design and operation of the battery passport Article 78 — Technische Gestaltung und Betrieb des Batteriepasses
The technical design and operation of the battery passport shall comply with the following essential requirements:
- (a) the battery passport shall be fully interoperable with other digital product passports required by Union law concerning eco-design, in relation to the technical, semantic and organisational aspects of end-to-end communication and data transfer;
- (b) consumers, economic operators and other relevant actors shall have access to the battery passport free of charge and based on their respective access rights set out in Annex XIII and the implementing act adopted pursuant to Article 77(9);
- (c) the data included in the battery passport shall be stored by the economic operator responsible for the fulfilment of the obligations under Article 77(4) or (7), or by operators authorised to act on their behalf;
- (d) if the data included in the battery passport are stored or otherwise processed by operators authorised to act on behalf of the economic operator responsible for the fulfilment of the obligations under Article 77(4) or (7), those operators shall not be allowed to sell, re-use or process such data, in whole or in part, beyond what is necessary for the provision of the relevant storing or processing services;
- (e) the battery passport shall remain available after the economic operator responsible for the fulfilment of the obligations under Article 77(4) or (7) ceases to exist or ceases its activity in the Union;
- (f) the rights to access, introduce, modify or update information in the battery passport shall be restricted based on the access rights specified in Annex XIII and the implementing act adopted pursuant to Article 77(9);
- (g) data authentication, reliability and integrity shall be ensured;
- (h) the battery passport shall be such that a high level of security and privacy is ensured and fraud is avoided.
The technical design and operation of the battery passport shall comply with the following essential requirements:
- (a) the battery passport shall be fully interoperable with other digital product passports required by Union law concerning eco-design, in relation to the technical, semantic and organisational aspects of end-to-end communication and data transfer;
- (b) consumers, economic operators and other relevant actors shall have access to the battery passport free of charge and based on their respective access rights set out in Annex XIII and the implementing act adopted pursuant to Article 77(9);
- (c) the data included in the battery passport shall be stored by the economic operator responsible for the fulfilment of the obligations under Article 77(4) or (7), or by operators authorised to act on their behalf;
- (d) if the data included in the battery passport are stored or otherwise processed by operators authorised to act on behalf of the economic operator responsible for the fulfilment of the obligations under Article 77(4) or (7), those operators shall not be allowed to sell, re-use or process such data, in whole or in part, beyond what is necessary for the provision of the relevant storing or processing services;
- (e) the battery passport shall remain available after the economic operator responsible for the fulfilment of the obligations under Article 77(4) or (7) ceases to exist or ceases its activity in the Union;
- (f) the rights to access, introduce, modify or update information in the battery passport shall be restricted based on the access rights specified in Annex XIII and the implementing act adopted pursuant to Article 77(9);
- (g) data authentication, reliability and integrity shall be ensured;
- (h) the battery passport shall be such that a high level of security and privacy is ensured and fraud is avoided.
Die technische Gestaltung und der Betrieb des Batteriepasses müssen den folgenden grundlegenden Anforderungen entsprechen:
- a) Der Batteriepass muss im Hinblick auf die technischen, semantischen und organisatorischen Aspekte der durchgängigen Kommunikation und Datenübertragung vollständig mit anderen nach dem Unionsrecht über Ökodesign vorgeschriebenen digitalen Produktpässen interoperabel sein;
- b) Verbraucher, Wirtschaftsakteure und andere einschlägige Akteure haben kostenlos und auf der Grundlage ihrer jeweiligen in Anhang XIII und dem gemäß Artikel 77 Absatz 9 erlassenen Durchführungsrechtsakt festgelegten Zugangsrechte Zugang zum Batteriepass;
- c) die im Batteriepass enthaltenen Daten werden von dem Wirtschaftsakteur, der für die Erfüllung der Verpflichtungen nach Artikel 77 Absatz 4 oder Absatz 7 verantwortlich ist, oder von Betreibern gespeichert, die befugt sind, in seinem Namen zu handeln;
- d) werden die im Batteriepass enthaltenen Daten von Betreibern gespeichert oder anderweitig verarbeitet, die befugt sind, im Namen des für die Erfüllung der Verpflichtungen nach Artikel 77 Absatz 4 oder Absatz 7 verantwortlichen Wirtschaftsakteurs zu handeln, dürfen diese Betreiber die Daten weder ganz noch teilweise verkaufen, wiederverwenden oder über das für die Erbringung der betreffenden Speicher- oder Verarbeitungsdienste Erforderliche hinaus verarbeiten;
- e) der Batteriepass bleibt verfügbar, nachdem der für die Erfüllung der Verpflichtungen nach Artikel 77 Absatz 4 oder Absatz 7 verantwortliche Wirtschaftsakteur nicht mehr besteht oder seine Tätigkeit in der Union eingestellt hat;
- f) die Rechte auf Zugriff auf, Eingabe, Änderung oder Aktualisierung von Informationen im Batteriepass werden auf der Grundlage der in Anhang XIII und dem gemäß Artikel 77 Absatz 9 erlassenen Durchführungsrechtsakt festgelegten Zugangsrechte beschränkt;
- g) die Authentifizierung, Zuverlässigkeit und Integrität der Daten werden gewährleistet;
- h) der Batteriepass ist so gestaltet, dass ein hohes Maß an Sicherheit und Datenschutz gewährleistet und Betrug verhindert wird.
CHAPTER X — Union market surveillance and Union safeguard procedures CHAPTER X — Union market surveillance and Union safeguard procedures CHAPTER X — Marktüberwachung der Union und Schutzklauselverfahren der Union
Article 79 — Procedure at national level for dealing with batteries presenting a risk Article 79 — Procedure at national level for dealing with batteries presenting a risk Article 79 — Verfahren auf nationaler Ebene für den Umgang mit Batterien, die ein Risiko darstellen
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Without prejudice to Article 19 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1020, where the market surveillance authorities of one Member State have sufficient reason to believe that a battery covered by this Regulation presents a risk to human health or safety of persons, to property or to the environment, they shall carry out an evaluation in relation to the battery concerned covering all relevant requirements laid down in this Regulation.Where, in the course of the evaluation referred to in the first subparagraph, the market surveillance authorities find that the battery does not comply with the requirements laid down in this Regulation (non-compliant battery), they shall without delay require the relevant economic operator to take all appropriate corrective action, within a reasonable period prescribed by the market surveillance authorities and commensurate with the nature of the risk, to bring the battery into compliance with those requirements, to withdraw it from the market, or to recall it.The market surveillance authorities shall inform the relevant notified body accordingly.
Without prejudice to Article 19 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1020, where the market surveillance authorities of one Member State have sufficient reason to believe that a battery covered by this Regulation presents a risk to human health or safety of persons, to property or to the environment, they shall carry out an evaluation in relation to the battery concerned covering all relevant requirements laid down in this Regulation. Where, in the course of the evaluation referred to in the first subparagraph, the market surveillance authorities find that the battery does not comply with the requirements laid down in this Regulation (non-compliant battery), they shall without delay require the relevant economic operator to take all appropriate corrective action, within a reasonable period prescribed by the market surveillance authorities and commensurate with the nature of the risk, to bring the battery into compliance with those requirements, to withdraw it from the market, or to recall it. The market surveillance authorities shall inform the relevant notified body accordingly.
Unbeschadet des Artikels 19 der Verordnung (EU) 2019/1020 führen die Marktüberwachungsbehörden eines Mitgliedstaats, wenn sie hinreichenden Grund zu der Annahme haben, dass eine unter diese Verordnung fallende Batterie eine Gefahr für die menschliche Gesundheit oder die Sicherheit von Personen, für Sachgüter oder die Umwelt darstellt, eine Bewertung der betreffenden Batterie durch, die alle einschlägigen Anforderungen dieser Verordnung umfasst. Stellen die Marktüberwachungsbehörden im Rahmen der im ersten Unterabsatz genannten Bewertung fest, dass die Batterie die Anforderungen dieser Verordnung nicht erfüllt (nichtkonforme Batterie), so fordern sie den betreffenden Wirtschaftsakteur unverzüglich auf, innerhalb einer von den Marktüberwachungsbehörden vorgeschriebenen angemessenen und der Art des Risikos entsprechenden Frist alle geeigneten Korrekturmaßnahmen zu ergreifen, um die Batterie mit diesen Anforderungen in Einklang zu bringen, sie vom Markt zu nehmen oder zurückzurufen. Die Marktüberwachungsbehörden unterrichten die betreffende notifizierte Stelle entsprechend.
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The market surveillance authorities shall inform the Commission and the other Member States of the results of the evaluation and of the actions which they have required the economic operator to take.
The market surveillance authorities shall inform the Commission and the other Member States of the results of the evaluation and of the actions which they have required the economic operator to take.
Die Marktüberwachungsbehörden unterrichten die Kommission und die anderen Mitgliedstaaten über die Ergebnisse der Bewertung und die Maßnahmen, zu deren Ergreifung sie den Wirtschaftsakteur aufgefordert haben.
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The economic operator shall ensure that all appropriate corrective action is taken in respect of all the non-compliant batteries that the economic operator has made available on the market throughout the Union.
The economic operator shall ensure that all appropriate corrective action is taken in respect of all the non-compliant batteries that the economic operator has made available on the market throughout the Union.
Der Wirtschaftsakteur stellt sicher, dass in Bezug auf alle nichtkonformen Batterien, die er unionsweit auf dem Markt bereitgestellt hat, alle geeigneten Korrekturmaßnahmen ergriffen werden.
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Where the relevant economic operator does not take adequate corrective action within the period referred to in paragraph 1, second subparagraph, the market surveillance authorities shall take all appropriate provisional measures to prohibit or restrict the non-compliant batteries being made available on their national market, to withdraw those batteries from that market or to recall them.The market surveillance authorities shall inform the Commission and the other Member States, without delay, of those measures.
Where the relevant economic operator does not take adequate corrective action within the period referred to in paragraph 1, second subparagraph, the market surveillance authorities shall take all appropriate provisional measures to prohibit or restrict the non-compliant batteries being made available on their national market, to withdraw those batteries from that market or to recall them. The market surveillance authorities shall inform the Commission and the other Member States, without delay, of those measures.
Ergreift der betreffende Wirtschaftsakteur innerhalb der in Absatz 1 Unterabsatz 2 genannten Frist keine angemessenen Korrekturmaßnahmen, so treffen die Marktüberwachungsbehörden alle geeigneten vorläufigen Maßnahmen, um die Bereitstellung der nichtkonformen Batterien auf ihrem nationalen Markt zu untersagen oder einzuschränken, diese Batterien vom Markt zu nehmen oder sie zurückzurufen. Die Marktüberwachungsbehörden unterrichten die Kommission und die anderen Mitgliedstaaten unverzüglich über diese Maßnahmen.
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The information referred to in paragraph 4, second subparagraph, shall include all available details, in particular the data necessary for the identification of the non-compliant battery, the origin of that battery, the nature of the non-compliance alleged and the risk involved, the nature and duration of the national measures taken and the arguments put forward by the relevant economic operator. In particular, the market surveillance authorities shall indicate whether the non-compliance is due to any of the following:
- (a) failure of the battery to be in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 or Article 12, 13 or 14;
- (b) shortcomings in the harmonised standards referred to in Article 15;
- (c) shortcomings in the common specifications referred to in Article 16.
The information referred to in paragraph 4, second subparagraph, shall include all available details, in particular the data necessary for the identification of the non-compliant battery, the origin of that battery, the nature of the non-compliance alleged and the risk involved, the nature and duration of the national measures taken and the arguments put forward by the relevant economic operator. In particular, the market surveillance authorities shall indicate whether the non-compliance is due to any of the following:
- (a) failure of the battery to be in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 or Article 12, 13 or 14;
- (b) shortcomings in the harmonised standards referred to in Article 15;
- (c) shortcomings in the common specifications referred to in Article 16.
Die in Absatz 4 Unterabsatz 2 genannten Informationen umfassen alle verfügbaren Angaben, insbesondere die zur Identifizierung der nichtkonformen Batterie erforderlichen Daten, die Herkunft dieser Batterie, die Art der behaupteten Nichtkonformität und das damit verbundene Risiko, die Art und Dauer der ergriffenen nationalen Maßnahmen sowie die vom betreffenden Wirtschaftsakteur vorgebrachten Argumente. Insbesondere geben die Marktüberwachungsbehörden an, ob die Nichtkonformität auf einen der folgenden Gründe zurückzuführen ist:
- a) die Batterie entspricht nicht den Artikeln 6 bis 10 oder Artikel 12, 13 oder 14;
- b) Mängel bei den in Artikel 15 genannten harmonisierten Normen;
- c) Mängel bei den in Artikel 16 genannten gemeinsamen Spezifikationen.
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Member States other than the Member State initiating the procedure under this Article shall without delay inform the Commission and the other Member States of any measures adopted and of any additional information at their disposal relating to the non-compliance of the battery concerned, and, in the event of disagreement with the adopted national measure, of their objections.
Member States other than the Member State initiating the procedure under this Article shall without delay inform the Commission and the other Member States of any measures adopted and of any additional information at their disposal relating to the non-compliance of the battery concerned, and, in the event of disagreement with the adopted national measure, of their objections.
Andere Mitgliedstaaten als der Mitgliedstaat, der das Verfahren nach diesem Artikel einleitet, unterrichten die Kommission und die anderen Mitgliedstaaten unverzüglich über alle ergriffenen Maßnahmen und alle ihnen vorliegenden zusätzlichen Informationen über die Nichtkonformität der betreffenden Batterie sowie im Falle eines Widerspruchs gegen die ergriffene nationale Maßnahme über ihre Einwände.
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Where, within three months of receipt of the information referred to in paragraph 4, second subparagraph, no objection has been raised by either a Member State or the Commission in respect of a provisional measure taken by market surveillance authorities, that measure shall be deemed justified.
Where, within three months of receipt of the information referred to in paragraph 4, second subparagraph, no objection has been raised by either a Member State or the Commission in respect of a provisional measure taken by market surveillance authorities, that measure shall be deemed justified.
Wurde innerhalb von drei Monaten nach Eingang der in Absatz 4 Unterabsatz 2 genannten Informationen von einem Mitgliedstaat oder der Kommission kein Einwand gegen eine von den Marktüberwachungsbehörden getroffene vorläufige Maßnahme erhoben, so gilt diese Maßnahme als gerechtfertigt.
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Member States shall ensure that appropriate restrictive measures, such as withdrawal of the non-compliant battery from the market, are taken in respect of the non-compliant battery without delay.
Member States shall ensure that appropriate restrictive measures, such as withdrawal of the non-compliant battery from the market, are taken in respect of the non-compliant battery without delay.
Die Mitgliedstaaten stellen sicher, dass in Bezug auf die nicht konforme Batterie unverzüglich geeignete beschränkende Maßnahmen, wie etwa die Rücknahme der nicht konformen Batterie vom Markt, getroffen werden.
Article 80 — Union safeguard procedure Article 80 — Union safeguard procedure Article 80 — Schutzklauselverfahren der Union
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Where, on completion of the procedure set out in Article 79(4), (6) and (7), objections are raised against a measure taken by market surveillance authorities, or where the Commission considers a national measure to be contrary to Union law, the Commission shall without delay enter into consultation with the Member States and the relevant economic operator or operators and shall evaluate the national measure. The Commission shall endeavour to conclude that evaluation within one month.On the basis of the results of that evaluation, the Commission shall adopt an implementing act determining whether the national measure is justified or not. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Where, on completion of the procedure set out in Article 79(4), (6) and (7), objections are raised against a measure taken by market surveillance authorities, or where the Commission considers a national measure to be contrary to Union law, the Commission shall without delay enter into consultation with the Member States and the relevant economic operator or operators and shall evaluate the national measure. The Commission shall endeavour to conclude that evaluation within one month.On the basis of the results of that evaluation, the Commission shall adopt an implementing act determining whether the national measure is justified or not. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Werden nach Abschluss des Verfahrens gemäß Artikel 79 Absatz 4, 6 und 7 Einwände gegen eine von den Marktüberwachungsbehörden getroffene Maßnahme erhoben oder ist die Kommission der Auffassung, dass eine nationale Maßnahme nicht mit dem Unionsrecht vereinbar ist, so konsultiert die Kommission unverzüglich die Mitgliedstaaten und den bzw. die betreffenden Wirtschaftsakteure und bewertet die nationale Maßnahme. Die Kommission bemüht sich, diese Bewertung innerhalb eines Monats abzuschließen. Auf der Grundlage der Ergebnisse dieser Bewertung erlässt die Kommission einen Durchführungsrechtsakt, in dem festgestellt wird, ob die nationale Maßnahme gerechtfertigt ist oder nicht. Dieser Durchführungsrechtsakt wird gemäß dem in Artikel 90 Absatz 3 genannten Prüfverfahren erlassen.
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The Commission shall address the implementing act referred to in paragraph 1, second subparagraph, to all Member States and shall immediately communicate it to them and the relevant economic operator or operators.If the national measure is considered justified, all Member States shall take the necessary measures to ensure that the non-compliant battery is withdrawn from their market, and shall inform the Commission accordingly.If the national measure is considered unjustified, the Member State concerned shall withdraw that measure.
The Commission shall address the implementing act referred to in paragraph 1, second subparagraph, to all Member States and shall immediately communicate it to them and the relevant economic operator or operators.If the national measure is considered justified, all Member States shall take the necessary measures to ensure that the non-compliant battery is withdrawn from their market, and shall inform the Commission accordingly.If the national measure is considered unjustified, the Member State concerned shall withdraw that measure.
Die Kommission richtet den in Absatz 1 Unterabsatz 2 genannten Durchführungsrechtsakt an alle Mitgliedstaaten und teilt ihn ihnen sowie dem bzw. den betreffenden Wirtschaftsakteuren unverzüglich mit. Wird die nationale Maßnahme als gerechtfertigt angesehen, so treffen alle Mitgliedstaaten die erforderlichen Maßnahmen, um sicherzustellen, dass die nicht konforme Batterie von ihrem Markt genommen wird, und unterrichten die Kommission entsprechend. Wird die nationale Maßnahme als nicht gerechtfertigt angesehen, so nimmt der betreffende Mitgliedstaat diese Maßnahme zurück.
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Where the national measure is considered justified and the non-compliance of the battery is attributed to shortcomings in the harmonised standards referred to in Article 15 of this Regulation, the Commission shall apply the procedure provided for in Article 11 of Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012.
Where the national measure is considered justified and the non-compliance of the battery is attributed to shortcomings in the harmonised standards referred to in Article 15 of this Regulation, the Commission shall apply the procedure provided for in Article 11 of Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012.
Wird die nationale Maßnahme als gerechtfertigt angesehen und ist die Nichtkonformität der Batterie auf Mängel der in Artikel 15 dieser Verordnung genannten harmonisierten Normen zurückzuführen, so wendet die Kommission das Verfahren nach Artikel 11 der Verordnung (EU) Nr. 1025/2012 an.
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Where the national measure is considered justified and the non-compliance of the battery is attributed to shortcomings in the common specifications referred to in Article 16, the Commission shall, without delay, adopt an implementing act amending or repealing the common specifications concerned. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Where the national measure is considered justified and the non-compliance of the battery is attributed to shortcomings in the common specifications referred to in Article 16, the Commission shall, without delay, adopt an implementing act amending or repealing the common specifications concerned. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Wird die nationale Maßnahme als gerechtfertigt angesehen und ist die Nichtkonformität der Batterie auf Mängel der in Artikel 16 genannten gemeinsamen Spezifikationen zurückzuführen, so erlässt die Kommission unverzüglich einen Durchführungsrechtsakt zur Änderung oder Aufhebung der betreffenden gemeinsamen Spezifikationen. Dieser Durchführungsrechtsakt wird gemäß dem in Artikel 90 Absatz 3 genannten Prüfverfahren erlassen.
Article 81 — Compliant batteries which present a risk Article 81 — Compliant batteries which present a risk Article 81 — Konforme Batterien, die ein Risiko darstellen
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Where, having carried out an evaluation under Article 79(1), a Member State finds that although a battery is in compliance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, it presents a risk to the human health or safety of persons, to the protection of property or to the environment (compliant battery which presents a risk), it shall without delay require the relevant economic operator to take all appropriate measures, within a reasonable period prescribed by the market surveillance authorities and commensurate with the nature of the risk, to ensure that the compliant battery which presents a risk, when made available on the market, no longer presents that risk, to withdraw that battery from the market or to recall it.
Where, having carried out an evaluation under Article 79(1), a Member State finds that although a battery is in compliance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, it presents a risk to the human health or safety of persons, to the protection of property or to the environment (compliant battery which presents a risk), it shall without delay require the relevant economic operator to take all appropriate measures, within a reasonable period prescribed by the market surveillance authorities and commensurate with the nature of the risk, to ensure that the compliant battery which presents a risk, when made available on the market, no longer presents that risk, to withdraw that battery from the market or to recall it.
Stellt ein Mitgliedstaat nach einer Bewertung gemäß Artikel 79 Absatz 1 fest, dass eine Batterie zwar den Artikeln 6 bis 10 sowie den Artikeln 12, 13 und 14 entspricht, aber ein Risiko für die menschliche Gesundheit oder Sicherheit von Personen, den Schutz von Eigentum oder die Umwelt darstellt (konforme Batterie, die ein Risiko darstellt), so fordert er den betreffenden Wirtschaftsakteur unverzüglich auf, innerhalb einer von den Marktüberwachungsbehörden vorgeschriebenen angemessenen und der Art des Risikos entsprechenden Frist alle geeigneten Maßnahmen zu ergreifen, um sicherzustellen, dass die konforme Batterie, die ein Risiko darstellt, bei ihrer Bereitstellung auf dem Markt dieses Risiko nicht mehr darstellt, oder diese Batterie vom Markt zu nehmen oder zurückzurufen.
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The economic operator shall ensure that corrective action is taken in respect of all the compliant batteries which present a risk that the economic operator has made available on the market throughout the Union.
The economic operator shall ensure that corrective action is taken in respect of all the compliant batteries which present a risk that the economic operator has made available on the market throughout the Union.
Der Wirtschaftsakteur stellt sicher, dass hinsichtlich aller konformen Batterien, die ein Risiko darstellen und die er unionsweit auf dem Markt bereitgestellt hat, Abhilfemaßnahmen getroffen werden.
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The Member State shall immediately inform the Commission and the other Member States where the situation referred to in paragraph 1 occurs. That information shall include all available details, in particular the data necessary for the identification of compliant batteries which present a risk, the origin and the supply chain of such batteries, the nature of the risk involved and the nature and duration of the national measures taken.
The Member State shall immediately inform the Commission and the other Member States where the situation referred to in paragraph 1 occurs. That information shall include all available details, in particular the data necessary for the identification of compliant batteries which present a risk, the origin and the supply chain of such batteries, the nature of the risk involved and the nature and duration of the national measures taken.
Der Mitgliedstaat unterrichtet die Kommission und die anderen Mitgliedstaaten unverzüglich, wenn die in Absatz 1 genannte Situation eintritt. Diese Informationen enthalten alle verfügbaren Einzelheiten, insbesondere die zur Identifizierung der konformen Batterien, die ein Risiko darstellen, erforderlichen Daten, den Ursprung und die Lieferkette dieser Batterien, die Art des betreffenden Risikos sowie die Art und Dauer der getroffenen nationalen Maßnahmen.
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The Commission shall without delay enter into consultation with the Member States and the relevant economic operator or operators and shall evaluate the national measures taken. On the basis of the results of that evaluation, the Commission shall adopt an implementing act determining whether the national measure is justified or not and, where necessary, proposing appropriate measures. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
The Commission shall without delay enter into consultation with the Member States and the relevant economic operator or operators and shall evaluate the national measures taken. On the basis of the results of that evaluation, the Commission shall adopt an implementing act determining whether the national measure is justified or not and, where necessary, proposing appropriate measures. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Die Kommission konsultiert unverzüglich die Mitgliedstaaten und den bzw. die betreffenden Wirtschaftsakteure und bewertet die getroffenen nationalen Maßnahmen. Auf der Grundlage der Ergebnisse dieser Bewertung erlässt die Kommission einen Durchführungsrechtsakt, in dem festgestellt wird, ob die nationale Maßnahme gerechtfertigt ist oder nicht, und gegebenenfalls geeignete Maßnahmen vorgeschlagen werden. Dieser Durchführungsrechtsakt wird gemäß dem in Artikel 90 Absatz 3 genannten Prüfverfahren erlassen.
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On duly justified imperative grounds of urgency relating to the protection of human health and the safety of persons, and to the protection of property or the environment, the Commission shall adopt an immediately applicable implementing act in accordance with the procedure referred to in Article 90(4).
On duly justified imperative grounds of urgency relating to the protection of human health and the safety of persons, and to the protection of property or the environment, the Commission shall adopt an immediately applicable implementing act in accordance with the procedure referred to in Article 90(4).
Aus hinreichend begründeten zwingenden Dringlichkeitsgründen im Zusammenhang mit dem Schutz der menschlichen Gesundheit und der Sicherheit von Personen sowie dem Schutz von Eigentum oder der Umwelt erlässt die Kommission gemäß dem in Artikel 90 Absatz 4 genannten Verfahren einen sofort geltenden Durchführungsrechtsakt.
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The Commission shall address the implementing act referred to in paragraphs 4 and 5 to all Member States and shall immediately communicate it to them and the relevant economic operator or operators.
The Commission shall address the implementing act referred to in paragraphs 4 and 5 to all Member States and shall immediately communicate it to them and the relevant economic operator or operators.
Die Kommission richtet den in den Absätzen 4 und 5 genannten Durchführungsrechtsakt an alle Mitgliedstaaten und teilt ihn ihnen sowie dem bzw. den betreffenden Wirtschaftsakteuren unverzüglich mit.
Article 82 — Joint activities Article 82 — Joint activities Article 82 — Gemeinsame Tätigkeiten
Market surveillance authorities may carry out joint activities with organisations representing economic operators or end-users. Such joint activities may include the setting up by Member States or market surveillance authorities of battery competence centres, with a view to promoting compliance, identifying non-compliance, raising awareness and providing guidance in relation to the requirements laid down in this Regulation, in accordance with Article 9 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1020.
Market surveillance authorities may carry out joint activities with organisations representing economic operators or end-users. Such joint activities may include the setting up by Member States or market surveillance authorities of battery competence centres, with a view to promoting compliance, identifying non-compliance, raising awareness and providing guidance in relation to the requirements laid down in this Regulation, in accordance with Article 9 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1020.
Die Marktüberwachungsbehörden können gemeinsame Tätigkeiten mit Organisationen durchführen, die Wirtschaftsakteure oder Endnutzer vertreten. Solche gemeinsamen Tätigkeiten können die Einrichtung von Kompetenzzentren für Batterien durch Mitgliedstaaten oder Marktüberwachungsbehörden umfassen, um die Konformität zu fördern, Nichtkonformitäten festzustellen, das Bewusstsein zu schärfen und im Einklang mit Artikel 9 der Verordnung (EU) 2019/1020 Orientierungshilfe in Bezug auf die Anforderungen dieser Verordnung zu geben.
Article 83 — Formal non-compliance Article 83 — Formal non-compliance Article 83 — Formale Nichtkonformität
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Without prejudice to Article 79, where a Member State makes one of the following findings, it shall require the relevant economic operator to put an end to the non-compliance concerned:
- (a) the CE marking has been affixed in violation of Article 30 of Regulation (EC) No 765/2008 or of Article 20 of this Regulation;
- (b) the CE marking has not been affixed;
- (c) the identification number of the notified body, where required under Annex VIII, has been affixed in violation of Article 20 or has not been affixed;
- (d) the EU declaration of conformity has not been drawn up or has not been drawn up correctly;
- (e) the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII is either not available, or not complete;
- (f) the information referred to in Article 38(7) or Article 41(3) is absent, false or incomplete;
- (g) any other administrative requirement provided for in Article 38 or 41 has not been met;
Without prejudice to Article 79, where a Member State makes one of the following findings, it shall require the relevant economic operator to put an end to the non-compliance concerned:
- (a) the CE marking has been affixed in violation of Article 30 of Regulation (EC) No 765/2008 or of Article 20 of this Regulation;
- (b) the CE marking has not been affixed;
- (c) the identification number of the notified body, where required under Annex VIII, has been affixed in violation of Article 20 or has not been affixed;
- (d) the EU declaration of conformity has not been drawn up or has not been drawn up correctly;
- (e) the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII is either not available, or not complete;
- (f) the information referred to in Article 38(7) or Article 41(3) is absent, false or incomplete;
- (g) any other administrative requirement provided for in Article 38 or 41 has not been met;
Unbeschadet des Artikels 79 verpflichtet der Mitgliedstaat den betreffenden Wirtschaftsakteur, die betreffende Nichtkonformität zu beenden, wenn er eine der folgenden Feststellungen trifft:
- a) Die CE-Kennzeichnung wurde unter Verstoß gegen Artikel 30 der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 765/2008 oder Artikel 20 dieser Verordnung angebracht;
- b) Die CE-Kennzeichnung wurde nicht angebracht;
- c) Die Kennnummer der notifizierten Stelle wurde, sofern nach Anhang VIII erforderlich, unter Verstoß gegen Artikel 20 angebracht oder nicht angebracht;
- d) Die EU-Konformitätserklärung wurde nicht oder nicht ordnungsgemäß erstellt;
- e) Die in Anhang VIII genannte technische Dokumentation ist entweder nicht verfügbar oder nicht vollständig;
- f) Die in Artikel 38 Absatz 7 oder Artikel 41 Absatz 3 genannten Informationen fehlen, sind falsch oder unvollständig;
- g) Eine andere in Artikel 38 oder 41 vorgesehene verwaltungstechnische Anforderung wurde nicht erfüllt;
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Where the non-compliance referred to in paragraph 1 persists, the Member State concerned shall take all appropriate measures to restrict or prohibit the battery being made available on the market or ensure that it is withdrawn from the market or recalled.
Where the non-compliance referred to in paragraph 1 persists, the Member State concerned shall take all appropriate measures to restrict or prohibit the battery being made available on the market or ensure that it is withdrawn from the market or recalled.
Besteht die in Absatz 1 genannte Nichtkonformität fort, so trifft der betreffende Mitgliedstaat alle geeigneten Maßnahmen, um die Bereitstellung der Batterie auf dem Markt zu beschränken oder zu untersagen, oder stellt sicher, dass sie vom Markt genommen oder zurückgerufen wird.
Article 84 — Non-compliance with due diligence obligations Article 84 — Non-compliance with due diligence obligations Article 84 — Nichteinhaltung der Sorgfaltspflichten
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Where a Member State finds that an economic operator does not fulfil its due diligence obligations laid down in Articles 48, 49 and 50, it shall require the relevant economic operator to put an end to the non-compliance concerned.
Where a Member State finds that an economic operator does not fulfil its due diligence obligations laid down in Articles 48, 49 and 50, it shall require the relevant economic operator to put an end to the non-compliance concerned.
Stellt ein Mitgliedstaat fest, dass ein Wirtschaftsakteur seine in den Artikeln 48, 49 und 50 festgelegten Sorgfaltspflichten nicht erfüllt, so verpflichtet er den betreffenden Wirtschaftsakteur, die betreffende Nichtkonformität zu beenden.
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Where the non-compliance referred to in paragraph 1 persists and where there is no other effective means available to put an end to the non-compliance, the Member State concerned shall take all appropriate measures to restrict or prohibit the batteries made available on the market by the economic operator referred to in paragraph 1 from being made available on the market and, if the non-compliance is serious, ensure that they are withdrawn from the market or recalled.
Where the non-compliance referred to in paragraph 1 persists and where there is no other effective means available to put an end to the non-compliance, the Member State concerned shall take all appropriate measures to restrict or prohibit the batteries made available on the market by the economic operator referred to in paragraph 1 from being made available on the market and, if the non-compliance is serious, ensure that they are withdrawn from the market or recalled.
Besteht die in Absatz 1 genannte Nichtkonformität fort und steht kein anderes wirksames Mittel zur Beendigung der Nichtkonformität zur Verfügung, so trifft der betreffende Mitgliedstaat alle geeigneten Maßnahmen, um die Bereitstellung der von dem in Absatz 1 genannten Wirtschaftsakteur auf dem Markt bereitgestellten Batterien auf dem Markt zu beschränken oder zu untersagen, und stellt, wenn die Nichtkonformität schwerwiegend ist, sicher, dass sie vom Markt genommen oder zurückgerufen werden.
CHAPTER XI — Green public procurement and procedure for amending restrictions on substances CHAPTER XI — Green public procurement and procedure for amending restrictions on substances CHAPTER XI — Umweltfreundliche öffentliche Beschaffung und Verfahren zur Änderung von Stoffbeschränkungen
Article 85 — Green public procurement Article 85 — Green public procurement Article 85 — Umweltfreundliche öffentliche Beschaffung
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Contracting authorities, as defined in Article 2(1), point (1), of Directive 2014/24/EU or Article 3(1) of Directive 2014/25/EU, or contracting entities, as defined in Article 4(1) of Directive 2014/25/EU shall, when procuring batteries or products containing batteries in situations covered by those Directives, take account of the environmental impacts of those batteries over their life cycle with a view to ensuring that such impacts are kept to a minimum.
Contracting authorities, as defined in Article 2(1), point (1), of Directive 2014/24/EU or Article 3(1) of Directive 2014/25/EU, or contracting entities, as defined in Article 4(1) of Directive 2014/25/EU shall, when procuring batteries or products containing batteries in situations covered by those Directives, take account of the environmental impacts of those batteries over their life cycle with a view to ensuring that such impacts are kept to a minimum.
Öffentliche Auftraggeber im Sinne des Artikels 2 Absatz 1 Nummer 1 der Richtlinie 2014/24/EU oder des Artikels 3 Absatz 1 der Richtlinie 2014/25/EU oder Auftraggeber im Sinne des Artikels 4 Absatz 1 der Richtlinie 2014/25/EU berücksichtigen bei der Beschaffung von Batterien oder Produkten, die Batterien enthalten, in den unter diese Richtlinien fallenden Fällen die Umweltauswirkungen dieser Batterien während ihres gesamten Lebenszyklus, um sicherzustellen, dass diese Auswirkungen auf ein Mindestmaß beschränkt werden.
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From 12 months after the date of entry into force of the first delegated act referred to in paragraph 3 of this Article, establishing award criteria for procurement procedures, the obligation laid down in paragraph 1 of this Article shall be fulfilled through the application of those award criteria. Any procurement procedure carried out by contracting authorities or contracting entities for the purchase of batteries, or products containing batteries, that fall within the scope of Articles 7 to 10 shall make reference in its technical specifications and award criteria to that first delegated act to ensure that those batteries, or products containing batteries, are procured with significantly lower environmental impacts over their life cycle.
From 12 months after the date of entry into force of the first delegated act referred to in paragraph 3 of this Article, establishing award criteria for procurement procedures, the obligation laid down in paragraph 1 of this Article shall be fulfilled through the application of those award criteria. Any procurement procedure carried out by contracting authorities or contracting entities for the purchase of batteries, or products containing batteries, that fall within the scope of Articles 7 to 10 shall make reference in its technical specifications and award criteria to that first delegated act to ensure that those batteries, or products containing batteries, are procured with significantly lower environmental impacts over their life cycle.
Ab zwölf Monaten nach Inkrafttreten des ersten in Absatz 3 dieses Artikels genannten delegierten Rechtsakts zur Festlegung von Zuschlagskriterien für Vergabeverfahren wird die Verpflichtung nach Absatz 1 dieses Artikels durch Anwendung dieser Zuschlagskriterien erfüllt. Jedes von öffentlichen Auftraggebern oder Auftraggebern durchgeführte Vergabeverfahren zur Beschaffung von Batterien oder Produkten, die Batterien enthalten und in den Geltungsbereich der Artikel 7 bis 10 fallen, nimmt in seinen technischen Spezifikationen und Zuschlagskriterien auf diesen ersten delegierten Rechtsakt Bezug, um sicherzustellen, dass diese Batterien oder Produkte mit erheblich geringeren Umweltauswirkungen während ihres Lebenszyklus beschafft werden.
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The Commission shall, 12 months after the adoption of the latest of the delegated acts referred to in Article 7(2), fourth subparagraph, point (a), Article 8(1), Article 9(2) and Article 10(5), adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 supplementing this Regulation by establishing award criteria for procurement procedures for batteries, or products containing batteries, based on the sustainability requirements laid down in Articles 7 to 10.
The Commission shall, 12 months after the adoption of the latest of the delegated acts referred to in Article 7(2), fourth subparagraph, point (a), Article 8(1), Article 9(2) and Article 10(5), adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 supplementing this Regulation by establishing award criteria for procurement procedures for batteries, or products containing batteries, based on the sustainability requirements laid down in Articles 7 to 10.
Die Kommission erlässt zwölf Monate nach Annahme des letzten der in Artikel 7 Absatz 2 Unterabsatz 4 Buchstabe a, Artikel 8 Absatz 1, Artikel 9 Absatz 2 und Artikel 10 Absatz 5 genannten delegierten Rechtsakte gemäß Artikel 89 delegierte Rechtsakte zur Ergänzung dieser Verordnung, in denen auf der Grundlage der in den Artikeln 7 bis 10 festgelegten Nachhaltigkeitsanforderungen Zuschlagskriterien für Vergabeverfahren für Batterien oder Produkte, die Batterien enthalten, festgelegt werden.
Article 86 — Restriction procedure for substances Article 86 — Restriction procedure for substances Article 86 — Beschränkungsverfahren für Stoffe
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If the Commission considers that the use of a substance in the manufacture of batteries, or the presence of a substance in the batteries when they are placed on the market, or during their subsequent life cycle stages, including during repurposing or treatment of waste batteries, poses a risk to human health or the environment that is not adequately controlled and needs to be addressed on a Union-wide basis, it shall request the Agency to prepare a restriction dossier which conforms to the requirements of Annex XV to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006. The restriction dossier shall include a socioeconomic assessment, including an analysis of alternatives.
If the Commission considers that the use of a substance in the manufacture of batteries, or the presence of a substance in the batteries when they are placed on the market, or during their subsequent life cycle stages, including during repurposing or treatment of waste batteries, poses a risk to human health or the environment that is not adequately controlled and needs to be addressed on a Union-wide basis, it shall request the Agency to prepare a restriction dossier which conforms to the requirements of Annex XV to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006. The restriction dossier shall include a socioeconomic assessment, including an analysis of alternatives.
Ist die Kommission der Auffassung, dass die Verwendung eines Stoffes bei der Herstellung von Batterien oder das Vorhandensein eines Stoffes in Batterien bei deren Inverkehrbringen oder während der nachfolgenden Lebenszyklusphasen, einschließlich der Umnutzung oder Behandlung von Altbatterien, ein Risiko für die menschliche Gesundheit oder die Umwelt darstellt, das nicht angemessen kontrolliert wird und unionsweit angegangen werden muss, so fordert sie die Agentur auf, ein Beschränkungsdossier auszuarbeiten, das den Anforderungen des Anhangs XV der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1907/2006 entspricht. Das Beschränkungsdossier enthält eine sozioökonomische Bewertung einschließlich einer Analyse von Alternativen.
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Within 12 months of the receipt of the request from the Commission referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article and if the restriction dossier prepared by the Agency pursuant to that paragraph demonstrates that action is necessary on a Union-wide basis, in addition to any measures already in place, the Agency shall suggest restrictions in order to initiate the process described in paragraphs 4 to 9 of this Article and Articles 87 and 88.
Within 12 months of the receipt of the request from the Commission referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article and if the restriction dossier prepared by the Agency pursuant to that paragraph demonstrates that action is necessary on a Union-wide basis, in addition to any measures already in place, the Agency shall suggest restrictions in order to initiate the process described in paragraphs 4 to 9 of this Article and Articles 87 and 88.
Innerhalb von zwölf Monaten nach Eingang des in Absatz 1 dieses Artikels genannten Ersuchens der Kommission und sofern das von der Agentur gemäß diesem Absatz erstellte Beschränkungsdossier zeigt, dass zusätzlich zu bereits bestehenden Maßnahmen unionsweit Maßnahmen erforderlich sind, schlägt die Agentur Beschränkungen vor, um das in den Absätzen 4 bis 9 dieses Artikels sowie in den Artikeln 87 und 88 beschriebene Verfahren einzuleiten.
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If a Member State considers that the use of a substance in the manufacture of batteries, or the presence of a substance in the batteries when they are placed on the market, or during their subsequent life cycle stages, including during repurposing or treatment of waste batteries, poses a risk to human health or the environment that is not adequately controlled and needs to be addressed on a Union-wide basis, it shall notify the Agency that it proposes to prepare a restriction dossier. The Member State shall prepare a restriction dossier. The restriction dossier shall include a socioeconomic assessment, including an analysis of alternatives.If the restriction dossier demonstrates that action on a Union-wide basis is necessary, in addition to any measures already in place, the Member State shall submit it to the Agency in the format set out in Annex XV to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, in order to initiate the process described in paragraphs 4 to 9 of this Article, and Articles 87 and 88.
If a Member State considers that the use of a substance in the manufacture of batteries, or the presence of a substance in the batteries when they are placed on the market, or during their subsequent life cycle stages, including during repurposing or treatment of waste batteries, poses a risk to human health or the environment that is not adequately controlled and needs to be addressed on a Union-wide basis, it shall notify the Agency that it proposes to prepare a restriction dossier. The Member State shall prepare a restriction dossier. The restriction dossier shall include a socioeconomic assessment, including an analysis of alternatives.If the restriction dossier demonstrates that action on a Union-wide basis is necessary, in addition to any measures already in place, the Member State shall submit it to the Agency in the format set out in Annex XV to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, in order to initiate the process described in paragraphs 4 to 9 of this Article, and Articles 87 and 88.
Ist ein Mitgliedstaat der Auffassung, dass die Verwendung eines Stoffes bei der Herstellung von Batterien oder das Vorhandensein eines Stoffes in Batterien bei deren Inverkehrbringen oder während der nachfolgenden Lebenszyklusphasen, einschließlich der Umnutzung oder Behandlung von Altbatterien, ein Risiko für die menschliche Gesundheit oder die Umwelt darstellt, das nicht angemessen kontrolliert wird und unionsweit angegangen werden muss, so teilt er der Agentur mit, dass er ein Beschränkungsdossier auszuarbeiten beabsichtigt. Der Mitgliedstaat erstellt ein Beschränkungsdossier. Das Beschränkungsdossier enthält eine sozioökonomische Bewertung einschließlich einer Analyse von Alternativen. Zeigt das Beschränkungsdossier, dass zusätzlich zu bereits bestehenden Maßnahmen unionsweit Maßnahmen erforderlich sind, so übermittelt der Mitgliedstaat es der Agentur im in Anhang XV der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1907/2006 festgelegten Format, um das in den Absätzen 4 bis 9 dieses Artikels sowie in den Artikeln 87 und 88 beschriebene Verfahren einzuleiten.
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For the purposes of the restriction dossier and the restriction process, the Agency or Member States shall take into account any dossier, chemical safety report or risk assessment submitted to the Agency or a Member State under the Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006. The Agency or Member States shall also take into account any available information and refer to any relevant risk assessment submitted for the purposes of other Union law covering the life cycle of the substance used in the battery, including the waste phase. To this end, other bodies established under Union law and carrying out a similar task shall provide information to the Agency or Member State concerned on request.
For the purposes of the restriction dossier and the restriction process, the Agency or Member States shall take into account any dossier, chemical safety report or risk assessment submitted to the Agency or a Member State under the Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006. The Agency or Member States shall also take into account any available information and refer to any relevant risk assessment submitted for the purposes of other Union law covering the life cycle of the substance used in the battery, including the waste phase. To this end, other bodies established under Union law and carrying out a similar task shall provide information to the Agency or Member State concerned on request.
Für die Zwecke des Beschränkungsdossiers und des Beschränkungsverfahrens berücksichtigen die Agentur oder die Mitgliedstaaten jedes Dossier, jeden Stoffsicherheitsbericht und jede Risikobewertung, die der Agentur oder einem Mitgliedstaat gemäß der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1907/2006 vorgelegt wurden. Die Agentur oder die Mitgliedstaaten berücksichtigen ferner alle verfügbaren Informationen und verweisen auf jede einschlägige Risikobewertung, die für die Zwecke anderer Unionsvorschriften vorgelegt wurde, die den Lebenszyklus des in der Batterie verwendeten Stoffes einschließlich der Abfallphase erfassen. Zu diesem Zweck stellen andere nach Unionsrecht eingerichtete Stellen, die eine ähnliche Aufgabe wahrnehmen, der Agentur oder dem betreffenden Mitgliedstaat auf Anfrage Informationen zur Verfügung.
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Access to information held by the Agency in performing the tasks defined in Article 6 of this Regulation and in this Article shall be subject to Article 118 of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006.
Access to information held by the Agency in performing the tasks defined in Article 6 of this Regulation and in this Article shall be subject to Article 118 of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006.
Der Zugang zu Informationen, über die die Agentur bei der Wahrnehmung der in Artikel 6 dieser Verordnung und in diesem Artikel festgelegten Aufgaben verfügt, unterliegt Artikel 118 der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1907/2006.
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The Agency shall maintain a list of substances for which a restriction dossier under this Article is planned by or in progress in either the Agency or a Member State.
The Agency shall maintain a list of substances for which a restriction dossier under this Article is planned by or in progress in either the Agency or a Member State.
Die Agentur führt eine Liste der Stoffe, für die bei der Agentur oder einem Mitgliedstaat ein Beschränkungsdossier nach diesem Artikel geplant ist oder bearbeitet wird.
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The Committee for Risk Assessment, set up pursuant to Article 76(1)(c) of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, and the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis, set up pursuant to Article 76(1)(d) of that Regulation, shall check whether the restriction dossier submitted conforms to the requirements of Annex XV to that Regulation. Within 30 days of receipt of the dossier, the respective Committee shall inform the Agency or the Member State suggesting restrictions, as to whether the dossier conforms. If the dossier does not conform, the reasons shall be given to the Agency or the Member State in writing within 45 days of receipt. The Agency or the Member State shall bring the dossier into conformity within 60 days of the date of receipt of the reasons from the respective Committee, otherwise the procedure under this Article shall be terminated.
The Committee for Risk Assessment, set up pursuant to Article 76(1)(c) of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, and the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis, set up pursuant to Article 76(1)(d) of that Regulation, shall check whether the restriction dossier submitted conforms to the requirements of Annex XV to that Regulation. Within 30 days of receipt of the dossier, the respective Committee shall inform the Agency or the Member State suggesting restrictions, as to whether the dossier conforms. If the dossier does not conform, the reasons shall be given to the Agency or the Member State in writing within 45 days of receipt. The Agency or the Member State shall bring the dossier into conformity within 60 days of the date of receipt of the reasons from the respective Committee, otherwise the procedure under this Article shall be terminated.
Der gemäß Artikel 76 Absatz 1 Buchstabe c der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1907/2006 eingesetzte Ausschuss für Risikobeurteilung und der gemäß Artikel 76 Absatz 1 Buchstabe d jener Verordnung eingesetzte Ausschuss für sozioökonomische Analyse prüfen, ob das vorgelegte Beschränkungsdossier den Anforderungen des Anhangs XV jener Verordnung entspricht. Innerhalb von 30 Tagen nach Eingang des Dossiers teilt der jeweilige Ausschuss der Agentur oder dem Mitgliedstaat, der Beschränkungen vorschlägt, mit, ob das Dossier den Anforderungen entspricht. Entspricht das Dossier nicht den Anforderungen, so werden der Agentur oder dem Mitgliedstaat die Gründe innerhalb von 45 Tagen nach Eingang schriftlich mitgeteilt. Die Agentur oder der Mitgliedstaat bringt das Dossier innerhalb von 60 Tagen nach Eingang der Gründe des jeweiligen Ausschusses in Einklang mit den Anforderungen; andernfalls wird das Verfahren nach diesem Artikel beendet.
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The Agency shall publish without delay the intention of the Commission or a Member State to initiate the restriction process for a substance, under this Article, and shall inform stakeholders concerned.
The Agency shall publish without delay the intention of the Commission or a Member State to initiate the restriction process for a substance, under this Article, and shall inform stakeholders concerned.
Die Agentur veröffentlicht unverzüglich die Absicht der Kommission oder eines Mitgliedstaats, das Beschränkungsverfahren für einen Stoff nach diesem Artikel einzuleiten, und unterrichtet die betroffenen Interessenträger.
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The Agency shall make publicly available on its website the restriction dossier, including the restrictions suggested pursuant to paragraphs 2 and 3 without delay, clearly indicating its date of publication. The Agency shall invite all stakeholders concerned to submit individually or jointly, within four months of the date of publication:
- (a) comments on the restriction dossier and the suggested restrictions;
- (b) a socioeconomic analysis of the suggested restrictions, including an analysis of alternatives, or information which can contribute to such an analysis, examining the advantages and drawbacks of the suggested restrictions. Such analysis shall conform to the requirements of Annex XVI to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006.
The Agency shall make publicly available on its website the restriction dossier, including the restrictions suggested pursuant to paragraphs 2 and 3 without delay, clearly indicating its date of publication. The Agency shall invite all stakeholders concerned to submit individually or jointly, within four months of the date of publication:
- (a) comments on the restriction dossier and the suggested restrictions;
- (b) a socioeconomic analysis of the suggested restrictions, including an analysis of alternatives, or information which can contribute to such an analysis, examining the advantages and drawbacks of the suggested restrictions. Such analysis shall conform to the requirements of Annex XVI to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006.
Die Agentur macht das Beschränkungsdossier einschließlich der gemäß den Absätzen 2 und 3 vorgeschlagenen Beschränkungen unverzüglich auf ihrer Website öffentlich zugänglich und gibt das Veröffentlichungsdatum eindeutig an. Die Agentur fordert alle betroffenen Interessenträger auf, innerhalb von vier Monaten nach dem Veröffentlichungsdatum einzeln oder gemeinsam Folgendes einzureichen:
- a) Anmerkungen zum Beschränkungsdossier und zu den vorgeschlagenen Beschränkungen;
- b) eine sozioökonomische Analyse der vorgeschlagenen Beschränkungen einschließlich einer Analyse von Alternativen oder Informationen, die zu einer solchen Analyse beitragen können und die Vor- und Nachteile der vorgeschlagenen Beschränkungen untersuchen. Diese Analyse muss den Anforderungen des Anhangs XVI der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1907/2006 entsprechen.
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The delegated acts referred to in Article 6(2) shall be adopted within nine months following the receipt of the opinion of the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis of the Agency referred to in Article 87(2). If the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis does not adopt an opinion by the deadline set in Article 87(2) or (5), as applicable, the Commission shall take into account the socioeconomic impact of the restriction, including the availability of alternatives for the substance and shall adopt a delegated act by the deadline set in Article 87(2).
The delegated acts referred to in Article 6(2) shall be adopted within nine months following the receipt of the opinion of the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis of the Agency referred to in Article 87(2). If the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis does not adopt an opinion by the deadline set in Article 87(2) or (5), as applicable, the Commission shall take into account the socioeconomic impact of the restriction, including the availability of alternatives for the substance and shall adopt a delegated act by the deadline set in Article 87(2).
Die in Artikel 6 Absatz 2 genannten delegierten Rechtsakte werden innerhalb von neun Monaten nach Eingang der Stellungnahme des in Artikel 87 Absatz 2 genannten Ausschusses für sozioökonomische Analyse der Agentur erlassen. Gibt der Ausschuss für sozioökonomische Analyse bis zu der gegebenenfalls in Artikel 87 Absatz 2 oder 5 festgelegten Frist keine Stellungnahme ab, so berücksichtigt die Kommission die sozioökonomischen Auswirkungen der Beschränkung, einschließlich der Verfügbarkeit von Alternativen für den Stoff, und erlässt einen delegierten Rechtsakt innerhalb der in Artikel 87 Absatz 2 festgelegten Frist.
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Where the draft amendment to Annex I diverges from the original proposal of the restriction dossier, prepared pursuant to the procedure laid down in this Article and Articles 87 and 88, or if it does not take the opinions from the Agency into account, the Commission shall attach a detailed explanation of the reasons for the differences.
Where the draft amendment to Annex I diverges from the original proposal of the restriction dossier, prepared pursuant to the procedure laid down in this Article and Articles 87 and 88, or if it does not take the opinions from the Agency into account, the Commission shall attach a detailed explanation of the reasons for the differences.
Weicht der Entwurf einer Änderung des Anhangs I vom ursprünglichen Vorschlag des Beschränkungsdossiers ab, der nach dem in diesem Artikel sowie in den Artikeln 87 und 88 festgelegten Verfahren ausgearbeitet wurde, oder berücksichtigt er die Stellungnahmen der Agentur nicht, so fügt die Kommission eine ausführliche Erläuterung der Gründe für die Abweichungen bei.
Article 87 — Opinion of the Agency’s Committees Article 87 — Opinion of the Agency’s Committees Article 87 — Stellungnahme der Ausschüsse der Agentur
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Within 12 months of the date of publication referred to in Article 86(9), the Committee for Risk Assessment shall adopt an opinion as to whether the suggested restrictions are appropriate in reducing the risk to human health or the environment, based on its consideration of the relevant parts of the restriction dossier. This opinion shall take account of the restriction dossier prepared by the Agency at the request of the Commission or by the Member State, and the views of interested parties referred to in Article 86(9), point (a).
Within 12 months of the date of publication referred to in Article 86(9), the Committee for Risk Assessment shall adopt an opinion as to whether the suggested restrictions are appropriate in reducing the risk to human health or the environment, based on its consideration of the relevant parts of the restriction dossier. This opinion shall take account of the restriction dossier prepared by the Agency at the request of the Commission or by the Member State, and the views of interested parties referred to in Article 86(9), point (a).
Innerhalb von zwölf Monaten nach dem in Artikel 86 Absatz 9 genannten Veröffentlichungsdatum gibt der Ausschuss für Risikobeurteilung eine Stellungnahme dazu ab, ob die vorgeschlagenen Beschränkungen geeignet sind, das Risiko für die menschliche Gesundheit oder die Umwelt zu verringern, und stützt sich dabei auf seine Prüfung der einschlägigen Teile des Beschränkungsdossiers. Diese Stellungnahme berücksichtigt das von der Agentur auf Ersuchen der Kommission oder vom Mitgliedstaat erstellte Beschränkungsdossier sowie die in Artikel 86 Absatz 9 Buchstabe a genannten Ansichten der interessierten Kreise.
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Within 15 months of the date of publication referred to in Article 86(9), the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis shall adopt an opinion on the suggested restrictions, based on its consideration of the relevant parts of the restriction dossier and the socioeconomic impact. Prior to that, it shall prepare a draft opinion on the suggested restrictions and on the related socioeconomic impact, taking account of the analyses or information according to Article 86(9), point (b), if there are any.
Within 15 months of the date of publication referred to in Article 86(9), the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis shall adopt an opinion on the suggested restrictions, based on its consideration of the relevant parts of the restriction dossier and the socioeconomic impact. Prior to that, it shall prepare a draft opinion on the suggested restrictions and on the related socioeconomic impact, taking account of the analyses or information according to Article 86(9), point (b), if there are any.
Innerhalb von 15 Monaten nach dem in Artikel 86 Absatz 9 genannten Veröffentlichungsdatum gibt der Ausschuss für sozioökonomische Analyse eine Stellungnahme zu den vorgeschlagenen Beschränkungen ab, die auf seiner Prüfung der einschlägigen Teile des Beschränkungsdossiers und der sozioökonomischen Auswirkungen beruht. Zuvor erstellt er einen Entwurf einer Stellungnahme zu den vorgeschlagenen Beschränkungen und den damit verbundenen sozioökonomischen Auswirkungen und berücksichtigt dabei, sofern vorhanden, die Analysen oder Informationen gemäß Artikel 86 Absatz 9 Buchstabe b.
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The Agency shall publish the draft opinion of the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis on its website without delay and invite interested parties to provide their comments on the draft opinion no later than 60 days from the publication of that draft opinion.
The Agency shall publish the draft opinion of the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis on its website without delay and invite interested parties to provide their comments on the draft opinion no later than 60 days from the publication of that draft opinion.
Die Agentur veröffentlicht den Entwurf der Stellungnahme des Ausschusses für sozioökonomische Analyse unverzüglich auf ihrer Website und fordert interessierte Kreise auf, spätestens 60 Tage nach der Veröffentlichung dieses Entwurfs ihre Anmerkungen dazu abzugeben.
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The Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis shall without delay adopt its opinion, taking into account where appropriate further comments received by the deadline set in paragraph 3 of this Article. That opinion shall take account of the comments of interested parties submitted under Article 86(9), point (b), and paragraph 3 of this Article.
The Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis shall without delay adopt its opinion, taking into account where appropriate further comments received by the deadline set in paragraph 3 of this Article. That opinion shall take account of the comments of interested parties submitted under Article 86(9), point (b), and paragraph 3 of this Article.
Der Ausschuss für sozioökonomische Analyse nimmt unverzüglich seine Stellungnahme an und berücksichtigt dabei gegebenenfalls weitere bis zu der in Absatz 3 dieses Artikels festgelegten Frist eingegangene Anmerkungen. Diese Stellungnahme berücksichtigt die gemäß Artikel 86 Absatz 9 Buchstabe b und Absatz 3 dieses Artikels eingereichten Anmerkungen interessierter Kreise.
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Where the opinion of the Committee for Risk Assessment diverges significantly from the restrictions suggested in the restriction dossier, the Agency shall postpone the deadline for the opinion of the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis by a maximum of 90 days.
Where the opinion of the Committee for Risk Assessment diverges significantly from the restrictions suggested in the restriction dossier, the Agency shall postpone the deadline for the opinion of the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis by a maximum of 90 days.
Weicht die Stellungnahme des Ausschusses für Risikobeurteilung erheblich von den im Beschränkungsdossier vorgeschlagenen Beschränkungen ab, so verschiebt die Agentur die Frist für die Stellungnahme des Ausschusses für sozioökonomische Analyse um höchstens 90 Tage.
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Where the Committees for Risk Assessment and Socioeconomic Analysis provide an opinion pursuant to paragraphs 1 and 2 of this Article, they shall make use of rapporteurs under Article 87 of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 and in line with the conditions provided therein.
Where the Committees for Risk Assessment and Socioeconomic Analysis provide an opinion pursuant to paragraphs 1 and 2 of this Article, they shall make use of rapporteurs under Article 87 of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 and in line with the conditions provided therein.
Geben der Ausschuss für Risikobeurteilung und der Ausschuss für sozioökonomische Analyse gemäß den Absätzen 1 und 2 dieses Artikels eine Stellungnahme ab, so greifen sie auf Berichterstatter gemäß Artikel 87 der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1907/2006 und im Einklang mit den dort vorgesehenen Bedingungen zurück.
Article 88 — Submission of an opinion to the Commission Article 88 — Submission of an opinion to the Commission Article 88 — Übermittlung einer Stellungnahme an die Kommission
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The Agency shall submit to the Commission without delay the opinions of the Committees for Risk Assessment and Socioeconomic Analysis on restrictions suggested pursuant to Article 86. Where the opinions of the Committees for Risk Assessment and Socioeconomic Analysis diverge significantly from the suggested restrictions, the Agency shall submit an explanatory note to the Commission providing a detailed explanation of the reasons for such differences. If one or both of the Committees do not adopt an opinion by the deadline set in Article 87(1) and (2), respectively, the Agency shall inform the Commission accordingly, stating the reasons.
The Agency shall submit to the Commission without delay the opinions of the Committees for Risk Assessment and Socioeconomic Analysis on restrictions suggested pursuant to Article 86. Where the opinions of the Committees for Risk Assessment and Socioeconomic Analysis diverge significantly from the suggested restrictions, the Agency shall submit an explanatory note to the Commission providing a detailed explanation of the reasons for such differences. If one or both of the Committees do not adopt an opinion by the deadline set in Article 87(1) and (2), respectively, the Agency shall inform the Commission accordingly, stating the reasons.
Die Agentur übermittelt der Kommission unverzüglich die Stellungnahmen des Ausschusses für Risikobeurteilung und des Ausschusses für sozioökonomische Analyse zu den gemäß Artikel 86 vorgeschlagenen Beschränkungen. Weichen die Stellungnahmen der Ausschüsse erheblich von den vorgeschlagenen Beschränkungen ab, so übermittelt die Agentur der Kommission eine Erläuterung mit einer ausführlichen Begründung für diese Abweichungen. Gibt einer oder geben beide Ausschüsse bis zu der jeweils in Artikel 87 Absatz 1 bzw. 2 festgelegten Frist keine Stellungnahme ab, so unterrichtet die Agentur die Kommission unter Angabe der Gründe darüber.
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The Agency shall publish the opinions of the two Committees on its website without delay.
The Agency shall publish the opinions of the two Committees on its website without delay.
Die Agentur veröffentlicht die Stellungnahmen der beiden Ausschüsse unverzüglich auf ihrer Website.
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The Agency shall provide the Commission or a Member State on request with all documents and evidence submitted to or considered by it.
The Agency shall provide the Commission or a Member State on request with all documents and evidence submitted to or considered by it.
Die Agentur stellt der Kommission oder einem Mitgliedstaat auf Anfrage alle ihr vorgelegten oder von ihr berücksichtigten Dokumente und Nachweise zur Verfügung.
CHAPTER XII — Delegated powers and committee procedure CHAPTER XII — Delegated powers and committee procedure CHAPTER XII — Delegierte Befugnisse und Ausschussverfahren
Article 89 — Exercise of the delegation Article 89 — Exercise of the delegation Article 89 — Ausübung der Befugnisübertragung
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The power to adopt delegated acts is conferred on the Commission subject to the conditions laid down in this Article.
The power to adopt delegated acts is conferred on the Commission subject to the conditions laid down in this Article.
Die Befugnis zum Erlass delegierter Rechtsakte wird der Kommission vorbehaltlich der Bedingungen dieses Artikels übertragen.
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The power to adopt delegated acts referred to in Article 6(2), Article 7(1), (2) and (3), Article 8(1) and (5), Article 9(2), Article 10(5) and (6), Article 11(4), Article 12(3), Article 13(8), Article 14(4), Article 48(8), Article 53(3), Article 59(7), Article 60(8), Article 70(4), Article 71(4), (5) and (6), Article 72(4), Article 77(2) and (3), and Article 85(3) shall be conferred on the Commission for a period of five years from 17 August 2023. The Commission shall draw up a report in respect of the delegation of power no later than nine months before the end of the five-year period. The delegation of power shall be tacitly extended for periods of an identical duration, unless the European Parliament or the Council opposes such extension no later than three months before the end of each period.
The power to adopt delegated acts referred to in Article 6(2), Article 7(1), (2) and (3), Article 8(1) and (5), Article 9(2), Article 10(5) and (6), Article 11(4), Article 12(3), Article 13(8), Article 14(4), Article 48(8), Article 53(3), Article 59(7), Article 60(8), Article 70(4), Article 71(4), (5) and (6), Article 72(4), Article 77(2) and (3), and Article 85(3) shall be conferred on the Commission for a period of five years from 17 August 2023. The Commission shall draw up a report in respect of the delegation of power no later than nine months before the end of the five-year period. The delegation of power shall be tacitly extended for periods of an identical duration, unless the European Parliament or the Council opposes such extension no later than three months before the end of each period.
Die Befugnis zum Erlass delegierter Rechtsakte gemäß Artikel 6 Absatz 2, Artikel 7 Absätze 1, 2 und 3, Artikel 8 Absätze 1 und 5, Artikel 9 Absatz 2, Artikel 10 Absätze 5 und 6, Artikel 11 Absatz 4, Artikel 12 Absatz 3, Artikel 13 Absatz 8, Artikel 14 Absatz 4, Artikel 48 Absatz 8, Artikel 53 Absatz 3, Artikel 59 Absatz 7, Artikel 60 Absatz 8, Artikel 70 Absatz 4, Artikel 71 Absätze 4, 5 und 6, Artikel 72 Absatz 4, Artikel 77 Absätze 2 und 3 sowie Artikel 85 Absatz 3 wird der Kommission für einen Zeitraum von fünf Jahren ab dem 17. August 2023 übertragen. Die Kommission erstellt spätestens neun Monate vor Ablauf des Zeitraums von fünf Jahren einen Bericht über die Befugnisübertragung. Die Befugnisübertragung verlängert sich stillschweigend um Zeiträume gleicher Dauer, sofern das Europäische Parlament oder der Rat nicht spätestens drei Monate vor Ablauf des jeweiligen Zeitraums Einwände gegen eine solche Verlängerung erhebt.
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The delegation of power referred to in Article 6(2), Article 7(1), (2) and (3), Article 8(1) and(5), Article 9(2), Article 10(5) and (6), Article 11(4), Article 12(3), Article 13(8), Article 14(4), Article 48(8), Article 53(3), Article 59(7), Article 60(8), Article 70(4), Article 71(4), (5) and (6), Article 72(4), Article 77(2) and (3), and Article 85(3) may be revoked at any time by the European Parliament or by the Council. A decision to revoke shall put an end to the delegation of the power specified in that decision. It shall take effect the day following the publication of the decision in the Official Journal of the European Union or at a later date specified therein. It shall not affect the validity of any delegated acts already in force.
The delegation of power referred to in Article 6(2), Article 7(1), (2) and (3), Article 8(1) and(5), Article 9(2), Article 10(5) and (6), Article 11(4), Article 12(3), Article 13(8), Article 14(4), Article 48(8), Article 53(3), Article 59(7), Article 60(8), Article 70(4), Article 71(4), (5) and (6), Article 72(4), Article 77(2) and (3), and Article 85(3) may be revoked at any time by the European Parliament or by the Council. A decision to revoke shall put an end to the delegation of the power specified in that decision. It shall take effect the day following the publication of the decision in the Official Journal of the European Union or at a later date specified therein. It shall not affect the validity of any delegated acts already in force.
Die Befugnisübertragung gemäß Artikel 6 Absatz 2, Artikel 7 Absätze 1, 2 und 3, Artikel 8 Absätze 1 und 5, Artikel 9 Absatz 2, Artikel 10 Absätze 5 und 6, Artikel 11 Absatz 4, Artikel 12 Absatz 3, Artikel 13 Absatz 8, Artikel 14 Absatz 4, Artikel 48 Absatz 8, Artikel 53 Absatz 3, Artikel 59 Absatz 7, Artikel 60 Absatz 8, Artikel 70 Absatz 4, Artikel 71 Absätze 4, 5 und 6, Artikel 72 Absatz 4, Artikel 77 Absätze 2 und 3 sowie Artikel 85 Absatz 3 kann vom Europäischen Parlament oder vom Rat jederzeit widerrufen werden. Mit einem Beschluss über den Widerruf wird die in diesem Beschluss angegebene Befugnisübertragung beendet. Der Beschluss wird am Tag nach seiner Veröffentlichung im Amtsblatt der Europäischen Union oder zu einem darin angegebenen späteren Zeitpunkt wirksam. Die Gültigkeit bereits in Kraft befindlicher delegierter Rechtsakte wird davon nicht berührt.
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Before adopting a delegated act, the Commission shall consult experts designated by each Member State in accordance with the principles laid down in the Interinstitutional Agreement of 13 April 2016 on Better Law-Making.
Before adopting a delegated act, the Commission shall consult experts designated by each Member State in accordance with the principles laid down in the Interinstitutional Agreement of 13 April 2016 on Better Law-Making.
Vor dem Erlass eines delegierten Rechtsakts konsultiert die Kommission die von den einzelnen Mitgliedstaaten benannten Sachverständigen im Einklang mit den Grundsätzen der Interinstitutionellen Vereinbarung vom 13. April 2016 über bessere Rechtsetzung.
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As soon as it adopts a delegated act, the Commission shall notify it simultaneously to the European Parliament and to the Council.
As soon as it adopts a delegated act, the Commission shall notify it simultaneously to the European Parliament and to the Council.
Sobald die Kommission einen delegierten Rechtsakt erlässt, übermittelt sie ihn gleichzeitig dem Europäischen Parlament und dem Rat.
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A delegated act adopted pursuant to Article 6(2), Article 7(1), (2) and (3), Article 8(1) and (5), Article 9(2), Article 10(5) and(6), Article 11(4), Article 12(3), Article 13(8), Article 14(4), Article 48(8), Article 53(3), Article 59(7), Article 60(8), Article 70(4), Article 71(4), (5) and (6), Article 72(4), Article 77(2) and (3), or 85(3) shall enter into force only if no objection has been expressed either by the European Parliament or the Council within a period of three months of notification of that act to the European Parliament and the Council or if, before the expiry of that period, the European Parliament and the Council have both informed the Commission that they will not object. That period shall be extended by two months at the initiative of the European Parliament or of the Council.
A delegated act adopted pursuant to Article 6(2), Article 7(1), (2) and (3), Article 8(1) and (5), Article 9(2), Article 10(5) and(6), Article 11(4), Article 12(3), Article 13(8), Article 14(4), Article 48(8), Article 53(3), Article 59(7), Article 60(8), Article 70(4), Article 71(4), (5) and (6), Article 72(4), Article 77(2) and (3), or 85(3) shall enter into force only if no objection has been expressed either by the European Parliament or the Council within a period of three months of notification of that act to the European Parliament and the Council or if, before the expiry of that period, the European Parliament and the Council have both informed the Commission that they will not object. That period shall be extended by two months at the initiative of the European Parliament or of the Council.
Ein gemäß Artikel 6 Absatz 2, Artikel 7 Absätze 1, 2 und 3, Artikel 8 Absätze 1 und 5, Artikel 9 Absatz 2, Artikel 10 Absätze 5 und 6, Artikel 11 Absatz 4, Artikel 12 Absatz 3, Artikel 13 Absatz 8, Artikel 14 Absatz 4, Artikel 48 Absatz 8, Artikel 53 Absatz 3, Artikel 59 Absatz 7, Artikel 60 Absatz 8, Artikel 70 Absatz 4, Artikel 71 Absätze 4, 5 und 6, Artikel 72 Absatz 4, Artikel 77 Absätze 2 und 3 oder Artikel 85 Absatz 3 erlassener delegierter Rechtsakt tritt nur in Kraft, wenn weder das Europäische Parlament noch der Rat innerhalb einer Frist von drei Monaten nach Übermittlung dieses Rechtsakts an das Europäische Parlament und den Rat Einwände erhoben hat oder wenn das Europäische Parlament und der Rat der Kommission vor Ablauf dieser Frist mitgeteilt haben, dass sie keine Einwände erheben werden. Diese Frist wird auf Initiative des Europäischen Parlaments oder des Rates um zwei Monate verlängert.
Article 90 — Committee procedure Article 90 — Committee procedure Article 90 — Ausschussverfahren
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The Commission shall be assisted by the committee established by Article 39 of Directive 2008/98/EC. That committee shall be a committee within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011.
The Commission shall be assisted by the committee established by Article 39 of Directive 2008/98/EC. That committee shall be a committee within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011.
Die Kommission wird von dem mit Artikel 39 der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG eingesetzten Ausschuss unterstützt. Dieser Ausschuss ist ein Ausschuss im Sinne der Verordnung (EU) Nr. 182/2011.
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Where reference is made to this paragraph, Article 4 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply.
Where reference is made to this paragraph, Article 4 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply.
Wird auf diesen Absatz Bezug genommen, so gilt Artikel 4 der Verordnung (EU) Nr. 182/2011.
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Where reference is made to this paragraph, Article 5 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply.Where the committee delivers no opinion, the Commission shall not adopt the draft implementing act and Article 5(4), third subparagraph, of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply.
Where reference is made to this paragraph, Article 5 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply.Where the committee delivers no opinion, the Commission shall not adopt the draft implementing act and Article 5(4), third subparagraph, of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply.
Wird auf diesen Absatz Bezug genommen, so gilt Artikel 5 der Verordnung (EU) Nr. 182/2011. Gibt der Ausschuss keine Stellungnahme ab, so erlässt die Kommission den Entwurf des Durchführungsrechtsakts nicht, und Artikel 5 Absatz 4 Unterabsatz 3 der Verordnung (EU) Nr. 182/2011 findet Anwendung.
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Where reference is made to this paragraph, Article 8 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011, in conjunction with Article 5 thereof, shall apply.
Where reference is made to this paragraph, Article 8 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011, in conjunction with Article 5 thereof, shall apply.
Wird auf diesen Absatz Bezug genommen, so gilt Artikel 8 der Verordnung (EU) Nr. 182/2011 in Verbindung mit deren Artikel 5.
CHAPTER XIII — Amendments CHAPTER XIII — Amendments CHAPTER XIII — Änderungen
Article 91 — Amendments to Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 Article 91 — Amendments to Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 Article 91 — Änderungen der Verordnung (EU) 2019/1020
Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 is amended as follows:
- (1) in Article 4(5), the text (EU) 2016/42535 and (EU) 2016/42636 is replaced by the following:
(EU) 2016/425
Regulation (EU) 2016/425 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on personal protective equipment and repealing Council Directive 89/686/EEC (OJ L 81, 31.3.2016, p. 51).
, (EU) 2016/426
Regulation (EU) 2016/426 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on appliances burning gaseous fuels and repealing Directive 2009/142/EC (OJ L 81, 31.3.2016, p. 99).
and (EU) 2023/1542
Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 July 2023 concerning batteries and waste batteries, amending Directive 2008/98/EC and Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and repealing Directive 2006/66/EC (OJ L 191, 28.7.2023, p. 1).;
(2) in Annex I, point 21 of the list of Union harmonisation legislation is replaced by the following:
21. Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 July 2023 concerning batteries and waste batteries, amending Directive 2008/98/EC and Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and repealing Directive 2006/66/EC (OJ L 191, 28.7.2023, p. 1) ;.
Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 is amended as follows:
(1) in Article 4(5), the text (EU) 2016/42535 and (EU) 2016/42636 is replaced by the following: (EU) 2016/425 Regulation (EU) 2016/425 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on personal protective equipment and repealing Council Directive 89/686/EEC (OJ L 81, 31.3.2016, p. 51)., (EU) 2016/426 Regulation (EU) 2016/426 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on appliances burning gaseous fuels and repealing Directive 2009/142/EC (OJ L 81, 31.3.2016, p. 99). and (EU) 2023/1542 Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 July 2023 concerning batteries and waste batteries, amending Directive 2008/98/EC and Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and repealing Directive 2006/66/EC (OJ L 191, 28.7.2023, p. 1).;
(2) in Annex I, point 21 of the list of Union harmonisation legislation is replaced by the following:
21. Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 July 2023 concerning batteries and waste batteries, amending Directive 2008/98/EC and Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and repealing Directive 2006/66/EC (OJ L 191, 28.7.2023, p. 1);.
Die Verordnung (EU) 2019/1020 wird wie folgt geändert:
1. In Artikel 4 Absatz 5 wird der Text „(EU) 2016/42535 und (EU) 2016/42636“ durch folgenden Text ersetzt: „(EU) 2016/425 Verordnung (EU) 2016/425 des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates vom 9. März 2016 über persönliche Schutzausrüstungen und zur Aufhebung der Richtlinie 89/686/EWG des Rates (ABl. L 81 vom 31.3.2016, S. 51), (EU) 2016/426 Verordnung (EU) 2016/426 des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates vom 9. März 2016 über Geräte zur Verbrennung gasförmiger Brennstoffe und zur Aufhebung der Richtlinie 2009/142/EG (ABl. L 81 vom 31.3.2016, S. 99) und (EU) 2023/1542 Verordnung (EU) 2023/1542 des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates vom 12. Juli 2023 über Batterien und Altbatterien, zur Änderung der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG und der Verordnung (EU) 2019/1020 und zur Aufhebung der Richtlinie 2006/66/EG (ABl. L 191 vom 28.7.2023, S. 1).“;
2. In Anhang I Nummer 21 der Liste der Harmonisierungsrechtsvorschriften der Union wird folgende Nummer ersetzt:
21. Verordnung (EU) 2023/1542 des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates vom 12. Juli 2023 über Batterien und Altbatterien, zur Änderung der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG und der Verordnung (EU) 2019/1020 und zur Aufhebung der Richtlinie 2006/66/EG (ABl. L 191 vom 28.7.2023, S. 1).
Article 92 — Amendment to Directive 2008/98/EC Article 92 — Amendment to Directive 2008/98/EC Article 92 — Änderung der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG
In Article 8a(7) of Directive 2008/98/EC, the following subparagraph is added:
For batteries, as defined in Article 2, point (1), of Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of Council
Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 July 2023 concerning batteries and waste batteries, amending Directive 2008/98/EC and Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and repealing Directive 2006/66/EC (OJ L 191, 28.7.2023, p. 1)..
, Member States shall take measures to ensure that extended producer responsibility schemes that have been established before 4 July 2018, comply with this Article by 18 August 2025.
In Article 8a(7) of Directive 2008/98/EC, the following subparagraph is added:
For batteries, as defined in Article 2, point (1), of Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of Council Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 July 2023 concerning batteries and waste batteries, amending Directive 2008/98/EC and Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and repealing Directive 2006/66/EC (OJ L 191, 28.7.2023, p. 1)., Member States shall take measures to ensure that extended producer responsibility schemes that have been established before 4 July 2018, comply with this Article by 18 August 2025.
In Artikel 8a Absatz 7 der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG wird folgender Unterabsatz angefügt:
Für Batterien im Sinne des Artikels 2 Nummer 1 der Verordnung (EU) 2023/1542 des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates vom 12. Juli 2023 über Batterien und Altbatterien, zur Änderung der Richtlinie 2008/98/EG und der Verordnung (EU) 2019/1020 und zur Aufhebung der Richtlinie 2006/66/EG (ABl. L 191 vom 28.7.2023, S. 1) treffen die Mitgliedstaaten Maßnahmen, um sicherzustellen, dass Systeme der erweiterten Herstellerverantwortung, die vor dem 4. Juli 2018 eingerichtet wurden, bis zum 18. August 2025 diesem Artikel entsprechen.
CHAPTER XIV — Final provisions CHAPTER XIV — Final provisions CHAPTER XIV — Schlussbestimmungen
Article 93 — Penalties Article 93 — Penalties Article 93 — Sanktionen
By 18 August 2025 Member States shall lay down the rules on penalties applicable to infringements of this Regulation and shall take all measures necessary to ensure that they are implemented. The penalties provided for shall be effective, proportionate and dissuasive. Member States shall, without delay, notify the Commission of those rules and of those measures and shall notify it, without delay, of any subsequent amendment affecting them.
By 18 August 2025 Member States shall lay down the rules on penalties applicable to infringements of this Regulation and shall take all measures necessary to ensure that they are implemented. The penalties provided for shall be effective, proportionate and dissuasive. Member States shall, without delay, notify the Commission of those rules and of those measures and shall notify it, without delay, of any subsequent amendment affecting them.
Bis zum 18. August 2025 legen die Mitgliedstaaten die Vorschriften über Sanktionen für Verstöße gegen diese Verordnung fest und treffen alle für deren Anwendung erforderlichen Maßnahmen. Die vorgesehenen Sanktionen müssen wirksam, verhältnismäßig und abschreckend sein. Die Mitgliedstaaten teilen der Kommission diese Vorschriften und Maßnahmen unverzüglich mit und melden ihr unverzüglich jede spätere Änderung, die diese betrifft.
Article 94 — Review Article 94 — Review Article 94 — Überprüfung
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By 30 June 2031, the Commission shall review and draw up a report on the application of this Regulation and its impact on the environment, human health and the functioning of the internal market and submit it to the European Parliament and to the Council.
By 30 June 2031, the Commission shall review and draw up a report on the application of this Regulation and its impact on the environment, human health and the functioning of the internal market and submit it to the European Parliament and to the Council.
Bis zum 30. Juni 2031 überprüft die Kommission die Anwendung dieser Verordnung und ihre Auswirkungen auf die Umwelt, die menschliche Gesundheit und das Funktionieren des Binnenmarkts, erstellt einen Bericht und legt ihn dem Europäischen Parlament und dem Rat vor.
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Taking account of technical progress and practical experience gained in Member States, the Commission shall, in its report, include an evaluation on the following aspects of this Regulation:
- (a) the list of common formats falling under the definition of portable batteries of general use;
- (b) the sustainability and safety requirements laid down in Chapter II, including the possible need to introduce an export ban on batteries which are non-compliant with the restrictions set out in Annex I;
- (c) the labelling and information requirements laid down in Chapter III;
- (d) the battery due diligence requirements laid down in Articles 48 to 53;
- (e) the measures regarding management of waste batteries laid down in Chapter VIII, including the possibility of introducing two sub-categories of portable batteries namely rechargeable and non-rechargeable portable batteries, with separate collection targets, and of introducing a separate collection target for portable batteries of general use;
- (f) the measures regarding the battery passport set out in Chapter IX;
- (g) infringements and the effectiveness, proportionality and dissuasiveness of penalties as set out in Article 93;
- (h) analysis of the impact of this Regulation on the competitiveness of, and on the investments in, the batteries sector, and of the administrative burden resulting from this Regulation.
Where appropriate, the report referred to in paragraph 1 shall be accompanied by a legislative proposal for amendment of the relevant provisions of this Regulation.
Taking account of technical progress and practical experience gained in Member States, the Commission shall, in its report, include an evaluation on the following aspects of this Regulation:
- (a) the list of common formats falling under the definition of portable batteries of general use;
- (b) the sustainability and safety requirements laid down in Chapter II, including the possible need to introduce an export ban on batteries which are non-compliant with the restrictions set out in Annex I;
- (c) the labelling and information requirements laid down in Chapter III;
- (d) the battery due diligence requirements laid down in Articles 48 to 53;
- (e) the measures regarding management of waste batteries laid down in Chapter VIII, including the possibility of introducing two sub-categories of portable batteries namely rechargeable and non-rechargeable portable batteries, with separate collection targets, and of introducing a separate collection target for portable batteries of general use;
- (f) the measures regarding the battery passport set out in Chapter IX;
- (g) infringements and the effectiveness, proportionality and dissuasiveness of penalties as set out in Article 93;
- (h) analysis of the impact of this Regulation on the competitiveness of, and on the investments in, the batteries sector, and of the administrative burden resulting from this Regulation.
Where appropriate, the report referred to in paragraph 1 shall be accompanied by a legislative proposal for amendment of the relevant provisions of this Regulation.
Unter Berücksichtigung des technischen Fortschritts und der in den Mitgliedstaaten gewonnenen praktischen Erfahrungen nimmt die Kommission in ihren Bericht eine Bewertung der folgenden Aspekte dieser Verordnung auf:
- a) die Liste der einheitlichen Formate, die unter die Definition von Gerätebatterien zur allgemeinen Verwendung fallen;
- b) die in Kapitel II festgelegten Nachhaltigkeits- und Sicherheitsanforderungen, einschließlich der möglichen Notwendigkeit eines Ausfuhrverbots für Batterien, die den in Anhang I festgelegten Beschränkungen nicht entsprechen;
- c) die in Kapitel III festgelegten Kennzeichnungs- und Informationsanforderungen;
- d) die in den Artikeln 48 bis 53 festgelegten Sorgfaltspflichten für Batterien;
- e) die in Kapitel VIII festgelegten Maßnahmen zur Bewirtschaftung von Altbatterien, einschließlich der Möglichkeit, zwei Unterkategorien von Gerätebatterien, nämlich wiederaufladbare und nicht wiederaufladbare Gerätebatterien, mit getrennten Sammelzielen einzuführen und ein gesondertes Sammelziel für Gerätebatterien zur allgemeinen Verwendung einzuführen;
- f) die in Kapitel IX vorgesehenen Maßnahmen zum Batteriepass;
- g) Verstöße sowie die Wirksamkeit, Verhältnismäßigkeit und Abschreckungswirkung der in Artikel 93 festgelegten Sanktionen;
- h) eine Analyse der Auswirkungen dieser Verordnung auf die Wettbewerbsfähigkeit des Batteriesektors und auf die Investitionen in diesen Sektor sowie der sich aus dieser Verordnung ergebenden Verwaltungslasten.
Gegebenenfalls wird dem in Absatz 1 genannten Bericht ein Gesetzgebungsvorschlag zur Änderung der einschlägigen Bestimmungen dieser Verordnung beigefügt.
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Taking into account the revision of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, the Commission shall in its report include a specific evaluation of the need for a legislative proposal to amend Articles 6, 86, 87 and 88 of this Regulation.
Taking into account the revision of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, the Commission shall in its report include a specific evaluation of the need for a legislative proposal to amend Articles 6, 86, 87 and 88 of this Regulation.
Unter Berücksichtigung der Überarbeitung der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1907/2006 nimmt die Kommission in ihren Bericht eine spezifische Bewertung der Notwendigkeit eines Gesetzgebungsvorschlags zur Änderung der Artikel 6, 86, 87 und 88 dieser Verordnung auf.
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The Commission shall assess whether any amendment to Chapter VII is necessary in the light of the adoption, if any, of Union legislative acts laying down rules on sustainable corporate governance and due diligence, including obligations for companies regarding human rights adverse impacts and environmental adverse impacts in relation to their own operations, the operations of their subsidiaries and branches, and their value chain operations.The Commission shall publish a report containing the results of such assessment by 12 months after the date of entry into force of any of the legislative acts referred to in the first subparagraph, or by 30 June 2031, whichever is the earliest. Where appropriate, the Commission shall accompany its report with a legislative proposal amending Chapter VII.
The Commission shall assess whether any amendment to Chapter VII is necessary in the light of the adoption, if any, of Union legislative acts laying down rules on sustainable corporate governance and due diligence, including obligations for companies regarding human rights adverse impacts and environmental adverse impacts in relation to their own operations, the operations of their subsidiaries and branches, and their value chain operations.The Commission shall publish a report containing the results of such assessment by 12 months after the date of entry into force of any of the legislative acts referred to in the first subparagraph, or by 30 June 2031, whichever is the earliest. Where appropriate, the Commission shall accompany its report with a legislative proposal amending Chapter VII.
Die Kommission bewertet, ob im Hinblick auf den Erlass von Rechtsakten der Union über eine nachhaltige Unternehmensführung und Sorgfaltspflichten, einschließlich Verpflichtungen von Unternehmen in Bezug auf nachteilige Auswirkungen auf die Menschenrechte und nachteilige Auswirkungen auf die Umwelt im Zusammenhang mit ihrer eigenen Tätigkeit, der Tätigkeit ihrer Tochtergesellschaften und Zweigniederlassungen sowie ihrer Tätigkeiten entlang ihrer Wertschöpfungskette, eine Änderung des Kapitels VII erforderlich ist. Die Kommission veröffentlicht einen Bericht mit den Ergebnissen dieser Bewertung binnen zwölf Monaten nach dem Inkrafttreten eines der in Unterabsatz 1 genannten Rechtsakte oder bis zum 30. Juni 2031, je nachdem, welcher Zeitpunkt früher liegt. Gegebenenfalls fügt die Kommission ihrem Bericht einen Gesetzgebungsvorschlag zur Änderung des Kapitels VII bei.
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By 30 June 2031, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and the Council assessing the feasibility and the technical consequences of extending the scope of the definition of LMT battery in Article 3, point (11), in particular by including batteries powering non-wheeled vehicles. The report shall be accompanied, where appropriate, by a legislative proposal.
By 30 June 2031, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and the Council assessing the feasibility and the technical consequences of extending the scope of the definition of LMT battery in Article 3, point (11), in particular by including batteries powering non-wheeled vehicles. The report shall be accompanied, where appropriate, by a legislative proposal.
Bis zum 30. Juni 2031 legt die Kommission dem Europäischen Parlament und dem Rat einen Bericht vor, in dem die Durchführbarkeit und die technischen Folgen einer Erweiterung des Anwendungsbereichs der Definition der Batterie für leichte Verkehrsmittel in Artikel 3 Nummer 11 bewertet werden, insbesondere durch die Einbeziehung von Batterien für nicht radbetriebene Fahrzeuge. Dem Bericht wird gegebenenfalls ein Gesetzgebungsvorschlag beigefügt.
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By 1 January 2025, the Commission shall assess how best to introduce harmonised standards for a common charger for, respectively, rechargeable batteries designed for light means of transport, as well as for rechargeable batteries incorporated into specific categories of electrical and electronic equipment covered by Directive 2012/19/EU. Charging devices for categories and classes of radio equipment under Article 3(4) of Directive 2014/53/EU shall be excluded from the scope of that assessment.
By 1 January 2025, the Commission shall assess how best to introduce harmonised standards for a common charger for, respectively, rechargeable batteries designed for light means of transport, as well as for rechargeable batteries incorporated into specific categories of electrical and electronic equipment covered by Directive 2012/19/EU. Charging devices for categories and classes of radio equipment under Article 3(4) of Directive 2014/53/EU shall be excluded from the scope of that assessment.
Bis zum 1. Januar 2025 bewertet die Kommission, wie am besten harmonisierte Normen für ein einheitliches Ladegerät für wiederaufladbare Batterien, die für leichte Verkehrsmittel ausgelegt sind, sowie für wiederaufladbare Batterien, die in bestimmte Kategorien elektrischer und elektronischer Geräte gemäß der Richtlinie 2012/19/EU eingebaut sind, eingeführt werden können. Ladegeräte für Kategorien und Klassen von Funkanlagen nach Artikel 3 Absatz 4 der Richtlinie 2014/53/EU werden vom Anwendungsbereich dieser Bewertung ausgenommen.
Article 95 — Repeal and transitional rules Article 95 — Repeal and transitional rules Article 95 — Aufhebung und Übergangsvorschriften
Directive 2006/66/EC is repealed with effect from 18 August 2025.
However, the following provisions shall continue to apply as set out below:
- (a) Article 11 until 18 February 2027;
- (b) Article 12(4) and (5) until 31 December 2025, except as regards the provision concerning transmission of data to the Commission which shall continue to apply until 30 June 2027;
- (c) Article 21(2) until 18 August 2026.
References to the repealed Directive shall be construed as references to this Regulation.
Directive 2006/66/EC is repealed with effect from 18 August 2025.
However, the following provisions shall continue to apply as set out below:
- (a) Article 11 until 18 February 2027;
- (b) Article 12(4) and (5) until 31 December 2025, except as regards the provision concerning transmission of data to the Commission which shall continue to apply until 30 June 2027;
- (c) Article 21(2) until 18 August 2026.
References to the repealed Directive shall be construed as references to this Regulation.
Die Richtlinie 2006/66/EG wird mit Wirkung vom 18. August 2025 aufgehoben.
Die folgenden Bestimmungen gelten jedoch weiterhin wie folgt:
- a) Artikel 11 bis zum 18. Februar 2027;
- b) Artikel 12 Absätze 4 und 5 bis zum 31. Dezember 2025, ausgenommen die Bestimmung über die Übermittlung von Daten an die Kommission, die bis zum 30. Juni 2027 weiter gilt;
- c) Artikel 21 Absatz 2 bis zum 18. August 2026.
Bezugnahmen auf die aufgehobene Richtlinie gelten als Bezugnahmen auf diese Verordnung.
Article 96 — Entry into force and application Article 96 — Entry into force and application Article 96 — Inkrafttreten und Anwendung
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This Regulation shall enter into force on the twentieth day following that of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
This Regulation shall enter into force on the twentieth day following that of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
Diese Verordnung tritt am zwanzigsten Tag nach ihrer Veröffentlichung im Amtsblatt der Europäischen Union in Kraft.
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It shall apply from 18 February 2024, save as set out in the second subparagraph and in other provisions of this Regulation.
The following provisions shall apply as follows:
- (a) Article 11 shall apply from 18 February 2027;
- (b) Article 17 and Chapter VI shall apply from 18 August 2024, except for Article 17(2) which shall apply from 12 months after the date of the first publication of the list referred to in Article 30(2);
- (c) Chapter VIII shall apply from 18 August 2025.
It shall apply from 18 February 2024, save as set out in the second subparagraph and in other provisions of this Regulation.
The following provisions shall apply as follows:
- (a) Article 11 shall apply from 18 February 2027;
- (b) Article 17 and Chapter VI shall apply from 18 August 2024, except for Article 17(2) which shall apply from 12 months after the date of the first publication of the list referred to in Article 30(2);
- (c) Chapter VIII shall apply from 18 August 2025.
Sie gilt ab dem 18. Februar 2024, vorbehaltlich des Unterabsatzes 2 und anderer Bestimmungen dieser Verordnung.
Die folgenden Bestimmungen gelten wie folgt:
- a) Artikel 11 gilt ab dem 18. Februar 2027;
- b) Artikel 17 und Kapitel VI gelten ab dem 18. August 2024, mit Ausnahme des Artikels 17 Absatz 2, der zwölf Monate nach dem Datum der ersten Veröffentlichung der in Artikel 30 Absatz 2 genannten Liste gilt;
- c) Kapitel VIII gilt ab dem 18. August 2025.
28.7.2023 EN Official Journal of the European Union L 191/1
REGULATION (EU) 2023/1542 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL
of 12 July 2023
concerning batteries and waste batteries, amending Directive 2008/98/EC and Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and repealing Directive 2006/66/EC
(Text with EEA relevance)
THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION,
Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, and in particular Article 114 thereof and Article 192(1) thereof in relation to Articles 54 to 76 of this Regulation,
Having regard to the proposal from the European Commission,
After transmission of the draft legislative act to the national parliaments,
Having regard to the opinion of the European Economic and Social Committee (1),
After consulting the Committee of the Regions,
Acting in accordance with the ordinary legislative procedure (2),
Whereas:
(1) The Communication of the Commission of 11 December 2019 on ‘The European Green Deal’ (the ‘European Green Deal’) is Europe’s growth strategy that aims to transform the Union into a fair and prosperous society, with a modern, resource-efficient and competitive economy where there are no net greenhouse gas emissions in 2050 and where economic growth is decoupled from resource use. A shift from the use of fossil fuels in vehicles to electromobility is one of the prerequisites for reaching the climate neutrality goal in 2050. In order for the Union’s product policies to contribute to lowering carbon emissions on a global level, it needs to be ensured that products marketed and sold in the Union are sourced and manufactured in a sustainable manner.
(2) Batteries are thus an important source of energy and one of the key enablers for sustainable development, green mobility, clean energy and climate neutrality. It is expected that the demand for batteries will grow rapidly in the coming years, notably for electric road transport vehicles and light means of transport using batteries for traction, making the market for batteries an increasingly strategic one at the global level. Significant scientific and technical progress in the field of battery technology will continue. In view of the strategic importance of batteries, to provide legal certainty to all operators involved and to avoid discrimination, barriers to trade and distortions on the market for batteries, it is necessary to set out rules on the sustainability, performance, safety, collection, recycling and second life of batteries as well as on information about batteries for end-users and economic operators. It is necessary to create a harmonised regulatory framework for dealing with the entire life cycle of batteries that are placed on the market in the Union.
(3) It is also necessary to update Union law on the management of waste batteries and to take measures to protect the environment and human health by preventing or reducing the adverse impacts of the generation and management of waste, by reducing the impact of resource use and by improving resource efficiency. Such measures are crucial for the transition to a circular and climate-neutral economy and toxic-free environment, and for the Union’s long-term competitiveness and strategic autonomy. They can create important economic opportunities, increasing synergies between the circular economy and energy, climate, transport, industry and research policies, and protecting the environment and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
(4) Directive 2006/66/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (3) has brought about an improvement in the environmental performance of batteries and established some common rules and obligations for economic operators, in particular through harmonised rules for the heavy metal content and labelling of batteries and rules and targets for the management of all waste batteries, based on extended producer responsibility.
(5) The Commission’s reports on the implementation, impact and evaluation of Directive 2006/66/EC submitted in 2019 highlighted not only the achievements but also the limitations of that Directive, in particular against a fundamentally changed context characterised by the strategic importance of batteries and their increased use.
(6) The Communication of the Commission of 17 May 2018 on ‘Europe on the move – Sustainable Mobility for Europe: safe, connected and clean’ includes the Strategic Action Plan on Batteries. That action plan sets out measures to support efforts to build a battery value chain in Europe, covering raw materials extraction, sustainable sourcing and processing, sustainable battery materials, cell manufacturing as well as re-use and recycling of batteries.
(7) In the European Green Deal, the Commission confirmed its commitment to implement the Strategic Action Plan on Batteries and stated that it would propose legislation to ensure a safe, circular and sustainable battery value chain for all batteries, including to supply the growing market of electric vehicles.
(8) In its conclusions of 4 October 2019 on ‘More circularity – Transition to a sustainable society’, the Council called, inter alia, for coherent policies supporting the development of technologies that improve the sustainability and circularity of batteries to accompany the transition to electro-mobility. Furthermore, the Council called for an urgent revision of Directive 2006/66/EC, which should include all relevant battery materials and which should consider, in particular, specific requirements for lithium and cobalt as well as a mechanism allowing the adaptation of that Directive to future changes in battery technologies.
(9) The Communication of the Commission of 11 March 2020 on ‘A new Circular Economy Action Plan – For a cleaner and more competitive Europe’ states that the proposal for a new regulatory framework for batteries will consider rules on recycled content and measures to improve the collection and recycling rates of all batteries, in order to ensure the recovery of valuable materials and to provide guidance to consumers and will address the possible phasing out of non-rechargeable batteries where alternatives exist. Furthermore, it is stated that sustainability and transparency requirements will be considered, taking into account the carbon footprint of battery manufacturing, the ethical sourcing of raw materials and the security of supply in order to facilitate re-use, repurposing and recycling of batteries.
(10) Addressing the entire life cycle of all batteries placed on the Union market requires the setting up of harmonised product and marketing requirements, including conformity assessment procedures, as well as requirements to fully address the end-of-life stage of batteries. Requirements concerning the end-of-life stage are necessary to address the environmental implications of the batteries and, in particular, to support the creation of recycling markets for batteries and markets for secondary raw materials from waste batteries. In order to reach the envisaged objectives of addressing the whole life cycle of a battery in one legal instrument while avoiding barriers to trade and a distortion of competition and safeguarding the integrity of the internal market, the rules setting out the requirements for batteries should be of uniform application for all economic operators across the Union and not leave room for divergent implementation by Member States. Directive 2006/66/EC should therefore be replaced by a Regulation.
(11) This Regulation should apply to all categories of batteries placed on the market or put into service within the Union, regardless of whether they were produced in the Union or imported. It should apply regardless of whether a battery is incorporated into appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles or otherwise added to products or whether a battery is placed on the market or put into service within the Union on its own. This Regulation should apply regardless of whether a battery is specifically designed for a product or is of general use and regardless of whether it is incorporated into a product or is supplied together with or separately from a product in which it is to be used. Placing on the market is considered to take place when the battery has been made available for the first time on the Union market, by being supplied by the manufacturer or importer for distribution, consumption or use in the course of a commercial activity, whether in return for payment or free of charge. Thus, batteries placed in stock in the Union by distributors, including retailers, wholesalers and sales divisions of manufacturers, before the date of application of relevant requirements of this Regulation do not need to meet those requirements.
(12) This Regulation should prevent and reduce adverse impacts of batteries on the environment and ensure a safe and sustainable battery value chain for all batteries, taking into account, for instance, the carbon footprint of battery manufacturing, ethical sourcing of raw materials and security of supply, and facilitating re-use, repurposing and recycling. It should seek to improve the environmental performance of batteries and of the activities of all operators involved in the life cycle of batteries, such as producers, distributors and end-users and, in particular, those operators directly involved in the treatment and recycling of waste batteries. Such measures will help to ensure the transition to a circular economy and the long-term competitiveness of the Union and should contribute to the efficient functioning of the internal market, while taking into account a high level of protection of the environment. This Regulation should also aim to prevent and reduce the adverse impacts of the generation and management of waste batteries on human health and the environment and it should aim to reduce the use of resources and favour the practical application of the waste hierarchy. Thus, to prevent divergences hampering the free circulation of batteries, by laying down uniform obligations and requirements throughout the internal market, Article 114 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) is the appropriate legal basis for this Regulation. To the extent that this Regulation contains specific rules on the management of waste batteries, the appropriate legal basis, in so far as those specific rules are concerned, is Article 192(1) TFEU.
(13) Products placed on the market as battery packs, which are batteries or groups of cells that are connected or encapsulated within an outer casing to form a complete unit ready for use by end-users or in applications that the end-user is not intended to split up or open and which conform to the definition of batteries, or battery cells that conform to the definition of batteries, should be subject to requirements applicable to batteries.
(14) Batteries that can be made ready for use by the end-user with commonly available tools by using a ‘Do It Yourself’ kit, should be considered to be batteries for the purposes of this Regulation. The economic operator placing such kits on the market should be subject to this Regulation.
(15) Within the broad scope of this Regulation, it is appropriate to distinguish between different categories of batteries in accordance with their design and use, independently of their battery chemistry. The classification into portable batteries, on the one hand, and industrial batteries and automotive batteries on the other hand under Directive 2006/66/EC should be further developed to better reflect new developments in the use of batteries. Batteries that are used for traction in electric vehicles and which, under Directive 2006/66/EC, fall under the category of industrial batteries, constitute a large and growing part of the market due to the quick growth of electric road transport vehicles. It is therefore appropriate to classify those batteries that are used for traction in road vehicles as a new separate category of electric vehicle batteries. Batteries used for traction in light means of transport, such as e-bikes and e-scooters, were not classified as a separate category of battery under Directive 2006/66/EC. However, such batteries constitute a significant part of the market due to their growing use in urban sustainable mobility. It is therefore appropriate to classify those batteries as a new separate category of batteries, namely light means of transport batteries (LMT batteries). Batteries used for traction in other transport vehicles including rail, waterborne and aviation transport or off-road machinery, continue to fall under the category of industrial batteries under this Regulation. The industrial battery category encompasses a broad group of batteries, intended to be used for industrial activities, communication infrastructure, agricultural activities, or generation and distribution of electric energy. Batteries which are given industrial uses after being subject to preparation for repurposing or repurposing, even though they were initially designed for a different use, should be considered to be industrial batteries under this Regulation. In addition to this non exhaustive list of examples, any battery that weighs more than 5 kg that does not fall under any other categories under this Regulation should be considered to be an industrial battery. Batteries used for energy storage in private or domestic environments, should be considered to be industrial batteries for the purposes of this Regulation. Batteries used for traction in wheeled vehicles considered to be toys within the meaning of Directive 2009/48/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (4), should, for the purposes of this Regulation, not be considered to be LMT batteries, but to be portable batteries.
(16) After being placed on the market or put into service within the Union for the first time, a battery can be subject to re-use, repurposing, remanufacturing, preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing. For the purposes of this Regulation, in accordance with the Union framework on product regulation, a used battery, meaning a battery that has been subject to re-use, is considered to have already been placed on the market when it was first made available on the market for use or distribution. Conversely, batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, are considered to be placed on the market anew and should therefore comply with this Regulation. In addition, in accordance with the Union framework on product regulation, a used battery that has been imported from a third country is considered to be placed on the market when it enters the Union for the first time. Therefore, a battery that has been subject to re-use, repurposing, remanufacturing, preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing and that has been imported from a third country should comply with this Regulation.
(17) Remanufacturing covers a wide range of technical operations that can be carried out on batteries or on waste batteries. As regards waste batteries, remanufacturing can be considered to be preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing. For that reason, it is not necessary to provide in this Regulation a specific regime for the remanufacturing of waste batteries that is different from the regime on preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing of waste batteries. As regards used batteries, remanufacturing has the objective of restoring the original performance of a battery. In that sense remanufacturing can be seen as an extreme case of re-use entailing the disassembly and evaluation of the cells and modules of the battery and the replacement of a certain amount of these cells and modules. In order to differentiate remanufacturing from mere re-use, the restoration of the battery capacity to at least 90 % of the original rated battery capacity should be considered to be remanufacturing and necessitates the application of a specific regime.
(18) Where the end-user is a consumer, and the battery has been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, that battery should be covered by a sales contract that complies with Directive (EU) 2019/771 of the European Parliament and of the Council (5). In particular, the requirements of that Directive cover conformity of the product, liability of the seller, including the option of a shorter liability or limitation period, burden of proof, remedies for lack of conformity, repair or replacement of the goods, and commercial guarantees.
(19) Batteries should be designed and manufactured to optimise their performance, durability and safety and to minimise their environmental footprint. It is appropriate to lay down specific sustainability requirements for rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, LMT batteries and electric vehicle batteries, as such batteries represent the market segment which is expected to increase the most in the coming years.
(20) For the safety of electric vehicle batteries and starting, lighting and ignition batteries (SLI batteries), the continued validity of the EU type-approval for vehicles of categories M, N and O in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2018/858 of the European Parliament and of the Council (6) requires that any battery which has been repaired or exchanged continues to comply with the applicable safety requirements. Where safety particulars have changed, further inspections or tests are required to verify continued compliance with the requirements upon which the existing EU type-approval has been based.
(21) In line with the Communication of the Commission of 12 May 2021 on ‘Pathway to a Healthy Planet for All – EU Action Plan: “Towards Zero Pollution for Air, Water and Soil” ’, Union policies should be based on the principle that preventive action should be taken at source. In its Communication of 14 October 2020 on ‘Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability – Towards a Toxic-Free Environment’ (the ‘Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability’), the Commission underlines that the Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council (7) and Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council (8) should be reinforced as the Union’s cornerstones for regulating chemicals in the Union and that they should be complemented by coherent approaches to assess and manage chemicals in existing sectorial legislation. The use of hazardous substances in batteries should therefore primarily be restricted at source in order to protect human health and the environment and to manage the presence of such substances in waste. This Regulation should complement the Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 and Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 and allow the adoption of risk management measures related to substances including the waste phase.
(22) In addition to the restrictions set out in Annex XVII to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, it is appropriate to set out restrictions for the presence of mercury, cadmium and lead in certain categories of batteries. Batteries used in vehicles which benefit from an exemption under Annex II to Directive 2000/53/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (9) should be excluded from the prohibition to contain cadmium. With a view to further restrictions on substances present in batteries or used in their manufacturing, it is appropriate to carry out a mapping of substances of concern, defined in the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability as substances having a chronic effect for human health or the environment, such as substances in the candidate list for eventual inclusion in Annex XIV to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 and in Annex VI to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008, but also those which hamper recycling for safe and high quality secondary raw materials, in the context of the substance evaluation planned in the REACH Evaluation Joint Action Plan published on the website of the European Chemicals Agency set up under Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (‘the Agency’).
(23) In order to ensure that substances that pose an unacceptable risk to human health or to the environment when used in batteries or present in waste batteries, can be duly addressed, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 TFEU should be delegated to the Commission in respect of amending restrictions on substances in batteries.
(24) The assessment procedure for adopting new and amending current restrictions on substances in batteries and waste batteries should be fully streamlined with Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006. To ensure effective decision-making, coordination and management of the related technical, scientific and administrative aspects of this Regulation, the Agency should carry out specified tasks with regard to the evaluation of risks from substances in the manufacture and use of batteries, as well as those that may occur after their end-of-life as well as the evaluation of the socioeconomic elements and the analysis of alternatives, in accordance with relevant guidance by the Agency. Consequently, the Committees for Risk Assessment and Socioeconomic Analysis of the Agency should facilitate the carrying out of certain tasks conferred on the Agency by this Regulation.
(25) In order to ensure that this Regulation is coherent with any future amendment of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 or of other future Union law concerning sustainability criteria for hazardous substances and chemicals, the Commission should assess whether an amendment of Articles 6, 86, 87 and 88 of this Regulation is required. Where appropriate, the Commission should propose amendments to this Regulation in a future regulation amending Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 or in other future Union law concerning sustainably criteria for hazardous substances and chemicals.
(26) In order to promote a sustainable European economic model, the Commission should, where appropriate, propose amendments to the provisions of this Regulation regulating the restrictions on substances in batteries and in waste batteries, including the introduction of an export ban on batteries that are not compliant with those restrictions.
(27) The expected massive deployment of batteries in sectors like mobility and energy storage should reduce carbon emissions. However, to maximise that potential, it is necessary that their overall life cycle have a low carbon footprint. According to the Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules for High Specific Energy Rechargeable Batteries for Mobile Applications, climate change is the second highest related impact category for batteries after the mining and use of minerals and metals. Rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, LMT batteries and electric vehicle batteries placed on the Union market should therefore be accompanied by a carbon footprint declaration. Harmonising the technical rules for calculating the carbon footprint for all rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, LMT batteries and electric vehicle batteries placed on the Union market is a prerequisite for introducing a requirement for a carbon footprint declaration and subsequently for establishing carbon footprint performance classes that will enable batteries with lower overall carbon footprints to be identified. Information and clear labelling requirements on the carbon footprint of batteries is not expected in itself to lead to the behavioural change necessary to ensure that the Union’s objective to decarbonise the mobility and energy storage sectors is achieved, in line with the internationally agreed objectives on climate change. Therefore, maximum carbon thresholds should be introduced, further to a dedicated impact assessment to determine those values. In proposing the level of the maximum carbon footprint threshold, the Commission should, inter alia, take into account the relative distribution of the carbon footprint values in batteries on the market, the extent of progress in the reduction of carbon footprint of batteries placed on the Union market and the effective and potential contribution of this measure to the Union’s objectives on sustainable mobility and climate neutrality by 2050 at the latest. In order to bring about transparency on the batteries’ carbon footprint, and shift the Union market towards batteries with a lower carbon footprint, regardless of where they are produced, a gradual and cumulative increase in the carbon footprint requirements is justified. As a result of these requirements, the avoided carbon emissions in batteries’ life cycle, will contribute to the Union’s climate objectives, particularly that of reaching climate neutrality by 2050 at the latest. This could also contribute to other policies at Union and national level, such as by means of incentives or green public procurement criteria, fostering the production of batteries with lower environmental impacts.
(28) The maximum life cycle carbon footprint thresholds should be future-proof. Therefore, when adopting a delegated act determining the maximum life cycle carbon footprint threshold, the Commission should take into account the best available manufacturing and production processes and ensure that the technical criteria it selects are consistent with the objective of this Regulation of ensuring that batteries placed on the Union market guarantee a high level of protection of human health, safety of persons, and of property and the environment.
(29) Certain substances present in batteries, such as cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel, are acquired from scarce resources which are not easily available in the Union, and some are considered critical raw materials by the Commission. In line with the communication of the Commission of 5 May 2021 on ‘Updating the 2020 New Industrial Strategy: Building a stronger Single Market for Europe’s recovery’, the Union needs to enhance its strategic autonomy and increase its resilience in preparation for potential disruptions in supply due to health or other crises. Enhancing circularity and resource efficiency with increased recycling and recovery of those raw materials, will contribute to reaching that goal.
(30) The increased use of recovered raw materials would support the development of the circular economy and allow a more resource-efficient use of raw materials, while reducing Union dependency on raw materials from third countries. For batteries, this is particularly relevant for cobalt, lead, lithium and nickel. Therefore, it is necessary to promote the recovery of such materials from waste, by establishing a requirement for the level of recycled content in batteries using cobalt, lead, lithium and nickel in active materials. This Regulation should therefore set mandatory recycled content targets for cobalt, lead, lithium and nickel, which should be met by 2031. For cobalt, lithium and nickel, increased targets should be established by 2036. All targets should take into account the availability of waste from which such materials can be recovered, the technical feasibility of the recovery and manufacture processes involved, as well as the time needed by the economic operators to adapt their supply and manufacturing processes. Therefore, before such mandatory targets become applicable, the requirement related to recycled content should be limited to disclosure of information on recycled content. Battery manufacturing waste is likely to be the main source of secondary raw materials for battery manufacturing due to the increase in the production of batteries and should be subject to the same recycling processes as post-consumer waste. Therefore, battery manufacturing waste should be counted as part of the recycled content targets with the objective of accelerating the development of the necessary recycling infrastructure. However, by-products of battery manufacturing that are re-used in the production process, such as manufacturing scrap, do not constitute waste and should therefore not be counted as part of the recycled content targets.
(31) In order to take into account the risk of short supply of cobalt, lead, lithium and nickel and to assess the availability of those raw materials, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 TFEU should be delegated to the Commission in respect of amending the targets for the minimum share of recycled cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel present in active materials in batteries.
(32) In order to take into account changes in battery technologies, which impact the types of materials that can be recovered, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 TFEU should be delegated to the Commission to supplement this Regulation by inserting further raw materials and respective targets in the list of minimum shares of recycled content present in active materials in batteries.
(33) In order to ensure that the calculations and verifications of the percentage share of cobalt, lead, lithium and nickel recovered are accurate and reliable and ensure that there is greater legal certainty, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 TFEU should be delegated to the Commission to supplement this Regulation by establishing the methodology for the calculation and verification of the percentage share of cobalt, lithium or nickel that is present in active materials and that has been recovered from battery manufacturing waste or post-consumer waste and the percentage share of lead that is present in the battery and that has been recovered from waste and the format for the technical documentation on those percentage shares, for each battery model per year and per manufacturing plant. The reutilisation of materials, such as rework, regrind or scrap generated in the battery manufacturing process, which can be reclaimed within the same process that generated the material, should be excluded from that methodology.
(34) Batteries placed on the Union market should be durable and of high performance. It is therefore necessary to set out performance and durability parameters for portable batteries of general use as well as for rechargeable industrial batteries, LMT batteries and electric vehicle batteries. For electric vehicle batteries, the informal UNECE Working Group on Electric Vehicles and the Environment has developed in-vehicle durability requirements that are to apply in the Union through a future regulation on type-approval of motor vehicles and engines and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles, with respect to their emissions and battery durability (Euro 7) (‘Euro 7 Regulation’). Therefore this Regulation should only set information requirements for the performance and durability of electric vehicle batteries. On the other hand, in the area of batteries for energy storage, existing measurement methods to test battery performance and durability are not considered to be sufficiently precise and representative to enable introducing minimum requirements. The introduction of minimum requirements related to performance and durability of these batteries should be accompanied by available adequate harmonised standards or common specifications.
(35) In order to reduce the life cycle environmental impact of batteries, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 TFEU should be delegated to the Commission in respect of amending the performance and durability parameters for portable batteries of general use and for rechargeable industrial batteries and establishing minimum values for those parameters. Those delegated acts should also establish how those minimum values are to apply to batteries that have been subject to remanufacturing.
(36) In order to ensure that the Union’s rules on electrochemical performance and durability for electric vehicle batteries are consistent with the technical specifications of the informal UNECE Working Group on Electric Vehicles and the Environment and in view of technical and scientific progress, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 TFEU should be delegated to the Commission in respect of amending the performance and durability parameters for electric vehicle batteries. For the minimum values of those parameters for electric vehicle batteries that are incorporated in motor vehicles, it is appropriate to set minimum performance requirements through a future Euro 7 Regulation, based on the minimum performance requirements set out in United Nations (UN) Global Technical Regulation No 22 on in-vehicle battery durability for electrified vehicles.
(37) Some non-rechargeable batteries of general use can be inefficient in terms of use of resources and energy. Objective requirements regarding the performance and durability of such batteries should be established in order to ensure that fewer low performing non-rechargeable portable batteries of general use are placed on the market, in particular, where, based on a life cycle assessment, the alternative use of rechargeable batteries would result in overall environmental benefits. For batteries that are incorporated in mobile phones and tablets it is appropriate to set performance and durability requirements regarding those batteries through a future eco-design regulation addressing phones and tablets and to update Commission Regulation (EU) No 617/2013 (10) on computers and computer servers. For other portable batteries that are incorporated in other appliances, such as gardening tools or cordless power tools, the possibility of setting minimum performance and durability requirements should be addressed in relevant product legal acts, such as implementing acts under Directive 2009/125/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (11), or in other Union legal act.
(38) In order to ensure that portable batteries that were incorporated into appliances are subject to separate collection, treatment and high quality recycling once those appliances become waste, provisions to ensure the removability and replaceability of batteries in such appliances are necessary. Consumer safety should be ensured, in line with Union law and in particular Union safety standards, during the removal of portable batteries from or the replacement of portable batteries in an appliance. A portable battery should be considered to be removable by the end-user when it can be removed with the use of commercially available tools and without requiring the use of specialised tools, unless they are provided free of charge, or proprietary tools, thermal energy or solvents to disassemble it. Commercially available tools are considered to be tools available on the market to all end-users without the need for them to provide evidence of any proprietary rights and that can be used with no restriction, except health and safety-related restrictions. The general provisions of this Regulation should apply without prejudice to the safety and maintenance requirements for professional medical imaging and radiotherapy devices as defined in Regulation (EU) 2017/745 of the European Parliament and of the Council (12) and for in vitro diagnostic medical devices as defined in Regulation (EU) 2017/746 of the European Parliament and of the Council (13), and could be complemented with requirements laid down for particular products powered by batteries under implementing measures under Directive 2009/125/EC. Where other Union law lays down more specific requirements, for safety reasons, regarding the removal of batteries from products, such as toys, those specific rules should apply.
(39) To ensure the safety of end-users, this Regulation should provide for a limited derogation for portable batteries from the removability and replaceability requirements set for portable batteries concerning appliances that incorporate portable batteries and that are specifically designed to be used, for the majority of the active service of the appliance, in an environment that is regularly subject to splashing water, water streams or water immersion and that are intended to be washable or rinseable. This derogation should only apply when it is not possible, by way of redesign of the appliance, to ensure the safety of the end-user and the safe continued use of the appliance after the end-user has correctly followed the instructions to remove and replace the battery. Where the derogation applies, the product should be designed in such a way as to make the battery removable and replaceable only by independent professionals, and not by end-users.
(40) For repaired electric vehicle batteries and SLI batteries, the safety requirements of Regulation (EU) 2019/2144 of the European Parliament and of the Council (14) apply to type-approved vehicles of categories M, N and O and batteries designed and constructed for those vehicles. It is important that the safety of such batteries when repaired can be assessed based on non-destructive tests adapted to them. For repaired LMT batteries, the Commission will prepare rules on the safety of micromobility devices, building on experience at national and local levels of safety requirements, as announced in the communication of the Commission of 14 December 2021 on ‘The new EU Urban Mobility Framework’. For other repaired batteries intended for consumers or likely to be used by them, the requirements of Directive 2001/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (15) apply.
(41) The interoperability of chargers for specific categories of batteries could reduce unnecessary waste and costs for the benefit of consumers and other end-users. It should be possible therefore to recharge LMT batteries and rechargeable batteries that are incorporated into specific categories of electrical and electronic equipment, by making use of common chargers that allow interoperability within each category of batteries. This Regulation should therefore require the Commission to assess how to introduce harmonised standards for common chargers for those categories of batteries, excluding charging devices for categories and classes of radio equipment under Directive 2014/53/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (16).
(42) SLI batteries and electric vehicle batteries that are incorporated in motor vehicles should be removable and replaceable by independent professionals. It is appropriate to consider revising Directive 2000/53/EC to ensure that those batteries can be removed, replaced and disassembled, including as regards joining, fastening and sealing elements. For the purposes of the design, manufacturing and the repair of SLI batteries and electric vehicle batteries, manufacturers should provide the relevant vehicle on-board diagnostic information and vehicle repair and maintenance information on a non-discriminatory basis to any interested manufacturer, installer or repairer of equipment for vehicles of categories M, N and O, as provided for in Regulation (EU) 2018/858. Furthermore, the Commission should encourage the development of standards for design and assembly techniques that facilitate the maintenance, repair and repurposing of batteries and battery packs.
(43) Reliable batteries are fundamental for the operation and safety of many products, appliances and services. Therefore, batteries should be designed and manufactured to ensure they pose no risk to human health or the safety of persons, to property or the environment. This is particularly relevant for stationary battery energy storage systems, which are currently not covered by other Union law. Parameters to be considered in safety tests should therefore be laid down for those batteries and be complemented by applicable standards of the European standardisation organisations.
(44) Batteries should be labelled in order to provide end-users with transparent, reliable and clear information about batteries and waste batteries. That information would enable end-users to make informed decisions when buying and discarding batteries and waste operators to appropriately treat waste batteries. Batteries should be labelled with all the necessary information concerning their main characteristics, including their capacity and the amount of certain hazardous substances present. To ensure the availability of information over time, that information should also be made available by means of QR codes which are printed or engraved on batteries or are affixed to the packaging and to the documents accompanying the battery and should respect the guidelines of ISO/IEC Standard 18004:2015. The QR code should give access to a battery’s product passport. Labels and QR codes should be accessible to persons with disabilities, in accordance with Directive (EU) 2019/882 of the European Parliament and of the Council (17).
(45) The inclusion on the battery label of information about the performance of batteries is essential to ensure that end-users, especially consumers, before making their purchase are appropriately informed and in particular that they have a common basis to compare different batteries. Therefore, non-rechargeable portable batteries should be marked with a label indicating ‘non-rechargeable’ and containing the information on their minimum average duration when used in specific applications. Additionally, it is important to offer guidance to the end-user on how to discard waste batteries in an appropriate way.
(46) For stationary battery energy storage systems, LMT batteries and electric-vehicle batteries using a battery management system, it should be possible for the end-user or any other third party acting on behalf of that end-user to determine the state of health and expected lifetime of the batteries at any time from the data stored in the battery management system. Read-only access to those data should be provided to the person who purchased the battery or any third party acting on behalf of that person at any time for the purposes of evaluating the residual value of the battery, facilitating the preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing of the battery or for making the battery available to independent aggregators, as defined in Directive (EU) 2019/944 of the European Parliament and of the Council (18), which operate virtual power plants in electricity grids. Therefore, the data should be up to date. It should be updated at least daily and more frequently where that is required for a specific purpose. Technical specifications that originate from the work of the informal UNECE Working Group on Electric Vehicles and the Environment on data access in electric vehicles should be considered to be a benchmark for the state of health and expected lifetime of electric vehicle batteries. These requirements should apply in addition to Union law on type-approval of vehicles, which is the appropriate legal framework for addressing, inter alia, smart charging functions such as vehicle-to-grid, vehicle-to-load, vehicle-to-vehicle, vehicle-to-powerbank and vehicle-to-building charging.
(47) A number of product-specific requirements under this Regulation, including on performance, durability, repurposing and safety, should be measured by using reliable, accurate and reproducible methods that take into account the generally recognised state-of-the-art measurements, standards and calculation methodologies. In order to ensure that there are no barriers to trade on the internal market, standards should be harmonised at Union level. Such methods and standards should, to the extent possible, take into account the real-life usage of batteries, reflect the average range of consumer behaviour and be robust in order to deter intentional and unintentional circumvention. Once a reference to such a standard has been published in the Official Journal of the European Union in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council (19), batteries that meet that standard should be presumed to be in conformity with those product-specific requirements under this Regulation, provided that the minimum values established for those product-specific requirements are attained. In order to avoid the duplication of technical specifications on the one hand and to maximise efficiency and to take account of the highest levels of expertise and state-of the art knowledge on the other, the Commission should aim to request one or more European standardisation organisations to draft a standard where there is no standard in existence. In the absence of published standards at the time of the application of product-specific requirements, or in the event of an unsatisfactory response by the relevant European standardisation organisation the Commission should adopt, in exceptional and justified cases and after consultation with the relevant stakeholders, common specifications through implementing acts. The compliance with such specifications should also give rise to the presumption of conformity. In cases where the common specifications are, at a later stage, found to have shortcomings, the Commission should by implementing act amend or repeal the common specifications in question. After the references of harmonised standards are published in the Official Journal of the European Union, any common specification should be repealed within a reasonable period which allows manufacturers to take the changes into account.
(48) Active involvement in the work of international standardisation committees is an important strategic prerequisite for placing future battery technologies on the market. European involvement in some of those committees has been less effective than it could have been. European involvement should be improved to strengthen the Union’s voice in global standardisation, also with a view to enhance the competitiveness of Union companies, to reduce the Union’s dependencies and to protect the interests, policy objectives and values of the Union. Therefore, the Commission and the Member States should monitor and coordinate the European approach to international standardisation. Harmonised standards that complement the implementation of this Regulation should take into account existing international standards, in particular at IEC and ISO level.
(49) The Commission should ensure that there is consistency regarding harmonised standards and common specifications under this Regulation, including when reviewing Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012.
(50) To ensure effective access to information for market surveillance purposes, to adapt to new technologies and to ensure resilience in case of global crises, such as the Covid-19 pandemic, it should be possible to provide information online regarding conformity with all Union acts applicable to batteries in the form of a single EU declaration of conformity.
(51) Regulation (EC) No 765/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council (20) lays down rules on the accreditation of conformity assessment bodies, provides a framework for the market surveillance of products and for controls on products from third countries, and lays down the general principles of the CE marking. That Regulation should be applicable to batteries covered by this Regulation in order to ensure that products benefiting from the free movement of goods within the Union fulfil requirements providing a high level of protection of public interests such as human health, safety of persons and the environment.
(52) In order to enable economic operators to demonstrate and the competent authorities to verify that batteries made available on the market comply with this Regulation, it is necessary to provide for conformity assessment procedures. Decision No 768/2008/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (21) establishes modules for conformity assessment procedures, ranging from the least to the most stringent depending on the level of risk involved and the level of safety required. In accordance with that Decision, where conformity assessment is required, the procedures to be used for that assessment are to be chosen from among those modules. Robust conformity assessment procedures are needed to ensure that batteries comply with the novel and complex carbon footprint and recycled content requirements and due diligence obligations laid down in this Regulation.
(53) The CE marking on a battery indicates the conformity of that battery with this Regulation. General principles governing the CE marking and its relationship to other markings are set out in Regulation (EC) No 765/2008. Those principles should apply to the CE marking on batteries. In order to ensure that batteries are stored, used and discarded in a manner which is safe from the point of view of protecting human health and the environment, specific rules governing the affixing of the CE marking for batteries should be laid down.
(54) The conformity assessment procedures set out in this Regulation require the intervention of conformity assessment bodies. In order to ensure a uniform implementation of the provisions in this Regulation, those bodies should be notified by the Member State authorities to the Commission.
(55) Due to the novelty and complexity of the sustainability, performance, safety, labelling and information requirements for batteries under this Regulation and in order to ensure a consistent level of quality of conformity assessment of batteries, it is necessary to set requirements for the notifying authorities that are involved in the assessment, notification and monitoring of conformity assessment bodies that have been notified to the Commission, thereby becoming notified bodies. In particular, it should be ensured that the notifying authority is objective and impartial with regard to its activities and has a sufficient number of technically competent members of staff to perform its tasks. Furthermore, notifying authorities should be required to safeguard the confidentiality of the information they obtain, but should nonetheless be able to exchange information on notified bodies with national authorities, the notifying authorities of other Member States and the Commission to ensure consistency in the conformity assessment.
(56) It is essential that all notified bodies perform their functions to the same level and under conditions of fair competition and autonomy. Therefore, this Regulation should lay down requirements for conformity assessment bodies wishing to be notified in order to carry out conformity assessment activities. Those requirements should continue to apply as a prerequisite for keeping the competence of the notified body up-to-date. To ensure its autonomy, the notified body and the staff it employs should be required to remain independent of economic operators in the battery value chain and from other companies, including business associations and parent companies and subsidiaries. The notified body should be required to provide documentary proof of its independence and provide that documentation to the notifying authority. The notified bodies should ensure rotation of the personnel carrying out different conformity assessment tasks.
(57) If a conformity assessment body demonstrates conformity of the battery with the criteria laid down in harmonised standards it should be presumed to comply with the corresponding requirements laid down in this Regulation.
(58) Conformity assessment bodies frequently subcontract parts of their activities linked to the assessment of conformity or have recourse to a subsidiary. Certain activities and decision-making processes, both regarding the conformity assessment of batteries and other activities internal to the notified body, should however be carried out exclusively by the notified body itself, in order to ensure its independence and autonomy. Furthermore, in order to safeguard the level of protection required for batteries to be placed on the Union market, conformity assessment subcontractors and subsidiaries should fulfil the same requirements as notified bodies in relation to the performance of conformity assessment tasks under this Regulation.
(59) Since the services offered by notified bodies in a Member State might relate to batteries made available on the market throughout the Union, it is appropriate to give the other Member States and the Commission the opportunity to raise objections concerning a notified body. The Commission, during its investigations, can seek the advice of a Union testing facility, designated in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 of the European Parliament and of the Council (22). In order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this Regulation, implementing powers should be conferred on the Commission in order to request the notifying authority to take corrective action in case a notified body does not meet or no longer meets the requirements of this Regulation.
(60) In the interests of facilitating and accelerating the conformity assessment procedure, certification and ultimately market access, and in view of the novelty and complexity of the sustainability, safety, labelling and information requirements for batteries provided for in this Regulation, it is crucial that notified bodies have continuous access to all testing equipment and testing facilities needed and that they apply the procedures without creating an unnecessary burden for economic operators. For the same reasons, and to ensure equal treatment of economic operators, it is necessary that notified bodies apply the conformity assessment procedures consistently.
(61) Prior to taking a final decision on whether a battery can be granted a conformity certificate, the economic operator that wishes to place a battery on the market should be allowed to submit complementary documentation on the battery once.
(62) The Commission should enable appropriate coordination and cooperation between notified bodies.
(63) It is appropriate to lay down the obligations on the economic operators related to the placing on the market or putting into service of batteries. For the purposes of this Regulation the term ‘economic operator’ should be understood to cover the manufacturer, the authorised representative, the importer, the distributor, the fulfilment service provider or any other natural or legal person who is subject to obligations in relation to the manufacture of batteries, making them available or placing them on the market or putting them into service. Batteries, for the purposes of this Regulation, should include batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing.
(64) It is appropriate to provide that the requirements for batteries, which are put into service without being placed on the market beforehand, should be the same as for batteries that are placed on the market before being put into service. This concerns for example batteries that the manufacturer uses for its own purposes, or batteries that, because of their characteristics, can only be assembled and tested on-site in their final destination. However, to avoid the need to demonstrate compliance twice for the same product, batteries that are placed on the market should not be subject to the same requirements when they are put into service.
(65) Economic operators should be responsible for the compliance of batteries with the requirements of this Regulation, in relation to their respective roles in the supply chain, to ensure a high level of protection of public interests such as human health, safety of persons, the protection of property and the environment.
(66) All economic operators active in the supply and distribution chain should take appropriate measures to ensure that they only make available on the market batteries which are in conformity with this Regulation. It is necessary to provide for a clear and proportionate distribution of obligations which corresponds to the role of each economic operator in the supply and distribution chain.
(67) The manufacturer, having detailed knowledge of the design and production process, is best placed to carry out the conformity assessment procedure. Conformity assessment should therefore remain the obligation of the manufacturer alone.
(68) The manufacturer should provide sufficiently detailed information on the intended use of the battery to allow its correct and safe placing on the market, putting into service, use and waste management, including possible repurposing.
(69) In order to facilitate communication between economic operators, market surveillance authorities and end-users, economic operators should, as part of their contact details, indicate a postal and, if available, email and website address.
(70) The single market should ensure equal conditions of competition for all economic operators and protection against unfair competition. To that end, strengthened enforcement of Union harmonisation legislation on batteries is necessary. Good cooperation between economic operators and the market surveillance authorities is a key element of such strengthened enforcement, allowing immediate intervention and corrective action. It is important that there be an economic operator established in the Union so that there is someone to whom market surveillance authorities can address requests, including requests for information regarding a battery’s compliance with Union harmonisation legislation, and who can cooperate with market surveillance authorities in making sure that immediate corrective action is taken to remedy instances of non-compliance. The economic operators who should perform those tasks are the manufacturer, or the importer when the manufacturer is not established in the Union, or an authorised representative mandated by the manufacturer for this purpose, or a fulfilment service provider established in the Union for batteries handled by it when no other economic operator is established in the Union.
(71) It is necessary to ensure that batteries from third countries entering the Union market comply with the requirements of this Regulation, and with other applicable Union law, whether imported on their own or incorporated into or added to products, and, in particular, that appropriate conformity assessment procedures have been carried out by manufacturers with regard to those batteries. Provision should therefore be made for importers to make sure that the batteries they place on the market and put into service comply with the requirements of this Regulation and that the CE marking on batteries and documentation drawn up by manufacturers are available for inspection by the national authorities, whether imported as new or used batteries or batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing.
(72) When placing a battery on the market or putting it into service, every importer should indicate on the battery the importer’s name, registered trade name or registered trade mark as well as the postal and, if available, email and website address. Exceptions should be provided for cases where the size of the battery is too small for that information to be affixed to it or where the importer would have to open the packaging in order to affix the importer’s name, registered trade name or registered trade mark and the other contact details. In those exceptional cases, the importer should provide the information in a document accompanying the battery or in another immediately accessible way. Where packaging exists, the importer should indicate the information on that packaging.
(73) Where a distributor makes a battery available on the market after it has been placed on the market or put into service by the manufacturer or the importer, the distributor should act with due care to ensure that its handling of the battery does not adversely affect its compliance with the requirements of this Regulation.
(74) Any importer or distributor that places a battery on the market or puts it into service under the importer’s or distributor’s own name or trademark, or modifies a battery in such a way that compliance with the requirements of this Regulation could be affected or modifies the purpose of a battery that is already placed on the market should be considered to be the manufacturer and should assume the obligations of the manufacturer provided for in this Regulation.
(75) Distributors, importers and fulfilment service providers, being close to the market place, should be involved in market surveillance tasks carried out by the national authorities, and should be ready to participate actively, providing those authorities with all necessary information relating to the battery concerned.
(76) Ensuring traceability of a battery throughout the whole supply chain helps to make market surveillance simpler and more efficient, and provides transparency to consumers. An efficient traceability system facilitates the market surveillance authorities’ task of tracing economic operators who have placed on the market, made available on the market or put into service non-compliant batteries. Economic operators should therefore be required to keep information on their transactions involving batteries for a certain period, including in electronic form.
(77) The extraction, processing and trading of natural mineral resources is fundamental in providing the necessary raw materials for the production of batteries. Battery manufacturers, regardless of their position or leverage over suppliers and of their geographical location, could inadvertently contribute to adverse impacts in the mineral supply chain. For some raw materials, over half of global production is intended for use in battery applications. For example, over 50 % of the global demand for cobalt and over 60 % of the world’s lithium is used for battery production. About 8 % of global natural graphite production and 6 % of global nickel production goes into battery manufacturing.
(78) Only a few countries supply the raw materials used in battery manufacture and, in some cases, low standards of governance in those countries can exacerbate environmental and social problems. Both cobalt and nickel mining and refining are connected with a large range of social and environmental issues. While the social and environmental impacts for natural graphite are less severe, the mining of natural graphite can have serious health and environmental impacts since it is mainly carried out by artisanal and small scale operations, mostly in informal settings. This, together with the absence of regularly updated mine closure plans and rehabilitation, can result in the destruction of ecosystems and soils. The expected increase in the use of lithium in battery manufacturing is likely to put additional pressure on extraction and refining operations. It is therefore appropriate that lithium be included in the scope of battery due diligence obligations. The expected massive increase in demand for batteries in the Union should not contribute to an increase of such environmental and social risks.
(79) Some of the raw materials used in battery manufacturing, such as cobalt, lithium and natural graphite, are considered to be critical raw materials for the Union, as indicated by the Commission in its communication of 3 September 2020 on ‘Critical Raw Materials Resilience: Charting a Path towards greater Security and Sustainability’, and their sustainable sourcing is required for the Union battery ecosystem to perform adequately.
(80) A number of voluntary efforts from actors in the battery supply chain are already in place in order to encourage adherence to sustainable sourcing practices, including the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance, the Responsible Minerals Initiative and the Cobalt Industry Responsible Assessment Framework. However, it is not certain that voluntary efforts to set up due diligence schemes will ensure that all economic operators placing batteries in the Union market abide by the same set of minimum rules.
(81) In the Union, general requirements on due diligence in relation to certain minerals and metals were introduced by Regulation (EU) 2017/821 of the European Parliament and of the Council (23). That Regulation does not, however, address the minerals and materials used for battery production.
(82) Therefore, in view of the expected exponential growth in battery demand in the Union, an economic operator that places a battery on the Union market should set up a battery due diligence policy. Requirements therefore should be laid down in this Regulation, in order to address the social and environmental risks inherent in the extraction, processing and trading of certain raw materials and secondary raw materials used for the purposes of battery manufacturing. Such policy should encompass all operators in the supply chain, and their subsidiaries and subcontractors, that extract, process and trade certain raw materials and secondary raw materials.
(83) When putting in place a risk-based battery due diligence policy, the economic operator should base it on internationally recognised due diligence standards and principles, such as those in the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact, the United Nations Environment programme (UNEP) Guidelines for Social Life Cycle Assessment of Products, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) Tripartite Declaration of Principles concerning Multinational Enterprises and Social Policy, the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises and the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Business Conduct. Those standards and principles which each economic operator should tailor to its specific context and circumstances, reflect a common understanding amongst governments and stakeholders. In relation to the extraction, processing and trading of natural mineral resources used for battery production, the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas represents an internationally acknowledged standard addressing the specific risks of gross human rights violations, and a long-standing effort by governments and stakeholders to establish good practice in this area.
(84) According to the UN, ILO and OECD standards and principles, due diligence is an on-going, proactive and reactive process through which companies can ensure that they respect human rights and the environment and do not contribute to conflict. Risk-based due diligence refers to the steps companies should take to identify, prevent, mitigate and otherwise address adverse impacts associated with their activities or sourcing decisions. Economic operators should hold informed, effective and meaningful consultations with affected communities. A company can assess the risks posed by its activities and relationships and adopt risk-mitigation measures, which can include requiring additional information, negotiating with a view to redressing the situation, or suspending or discontinuing engagement with suppliers, in line with relevant standards provided under national and international law, recommendations on responsible business conduct by international organisations, government-backed tools, private sector voluntary initiatives and a company’s internal policies and systems. This approach also helps to scale the due diligence exercise in proportion to the size of the company’s activities or supply chain relationships.
(85) While private sector due diligence schemes can support economic operators in fulfilling their battery due diligence obligations in line with the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises and the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, economic operators should be individually responsible for fulfilment of the due diligence obligations laid down in this Regulation.
(86) Mandatory battery due diligence policies should be adopted or changed and should address, at least the most prevalent social and environmental risk categories. Such a policy should cover the current and foreseeable impacts on social issues, in particular human rights, human health and safety of persons as well as occupational health and safety, and labour rights, on the one hand, and on the environment, in particular on water use, soil protection, air pollution, climate change and biodiversity, as well as protection of community life, on the other.
(87) As regards the social risk categories, battery due diligence policies should address the risks in relation to the protection of human rights, including human health, community life, including that of indigenous peoples, the protection of children and gender equality, in line with international human rights law. The battery due diligence policies should include information on how the economic operator has contributed to the prevention of human rights abuses and on the instruments in place within the operator’s business structure to fight corruption and bribery. The battery due diligence policies should also ensure proper implementation of the rules of fundamental conventions of the ILO as listed in Annex I to the ILO Tripartite Declaration of Principles concerning Multinational Enterprises and Social Policy.
(88) Human rights abuses are common in resource-rich conflict-affected and high-risk areas. Therefore, such areas deserve specific attention in the battery due diligence policy of economic operators. Regulation (EU) 2017/821 includes provisions for an indicative, non-exhaustive, regularly updated list of conflict-affected and high-risk areas. That list is also relevant for the implementation of the battery due diligence provisions of this Regulation.
(89) As regards the environmental risk categories, the battery due diligence policies should address the risks for the protection of the natural environment and biological diversity, in line with the Convention on Biological Diversity, which includes the consideration of local communities and the protection and the development of those communities. Battery due diligence policies should also address the risks related to climate change, in line with the Paris Agreement (24), adopted on 12 December 2015 under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (the ‘UN Paris Agreement’), as well as environmental risks covered by other international environmental conventions.
(90) The battery due diligence obligations on the identification and mitigation of social and environmental risks associated with raw materials used in battery manufacturing should contribute to the implementation of UNEP Resolution 4/19 on Mineral Resource Governance, which recognises the important contribution of the mining sector towards the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals.
(91) Other Union legal acts that lay down requirements regarding supply chain due diligence should apply to batteries in so far as there are no specific provisions with the same objective, nature and effect in this Regulation which can be adapted in the light of future legislative amendments. Such legal acts might address the civil liability of companies for damages arising due to their failure to comply with due diligence requirements. Where such legal acts do not or not completely address the civil liability consequences of battery due diligence obligations of this Regulation, it should be possible for them to be addressed by national rules.
(92) In order to adapt to developments in the battery value chain, including to changes in the scope and nature of the relevant environmental and social risks, as well as to technical and scientific progress in batteries and battery chemistries, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 TFEU should be delegated to the Commission in respect of amending the list of raw materials and risk categories, the list of international instruments and the battery due diligence obligations.
(93) In order to establish the equivalence of due diligence schemes that have been developed by governments, industry associations and groupings of interested organisations, implementing powers should be conferred on the Commission.
(94) In order to enable proper, sound and consistent evaluation of the due diligence schemes, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 TFEU should be delegated to the Commission to supplement this Regulation by establishing the criteria and the methodology for determining whether the due diligence schemes enable economic operators to fulfil the due diligence requirements of this Regulation.
(95) Harmonised rules for waste management are necessary to ensure that producers and other economic operators are subject to the same rules across the Member States in the implementation of the extended producer responsibility for batteries and to ensure a high level of protection of human health and the environment across the Union. Extended producer responsibility can contribute to reducing overall resource use, in particular by reducing the generation of waste batteries and the adverse impacts linked to the management of waste batteries. Maximising the separate collection of waste batteries and ensuring that all waste batteries that are collected are recycled through processes that meet common minimum recycling efficiencies is necessary in order to attain high levels of recovery of materials. In its evaluation of Directive 2006/66/EC, the Commission found that one of the shortcomings of that Directive is that its provisions were insufficiently detailed, leading to uneven implementation and creating significant barriers to the functioning of recycling markets and suboptimal levels of recycling. Consequently, more detailed and harmonised rules would avoid distortions of the market for the collection, treatment and recycling of waste batteries and ensure even implementation of the requirements across the Union. It would also result in further harmonisation of the quality of waste management services provided by economic operators and facilitate the functioning of the market for secondary raw materials.
(96) In order to ensure that the obligations under this Regulation are carried out and to monitor and verify compliance by producers and producer responsibility organisations with this Regulation, it is necessary that Member States designate one or more competent authorities.
(97) This Regulation builds on the waste management rules and general principles laid down in Directive 2008/98/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (25), which should be adapted to reflect the specific nature of waste batteries. For the collection of waste batteries to be organised in the most effective way, it is important that it be done both near to the place where the batteries are sold and to the end-user. Waste batteries should be collected separately from other waste streams, such as metals, paper and cardboard, glass, plastics, wood, textiles and bio-waste. Also, it should be possible for waste batteries to be collected both together with waste electrical and electronic equipment and with end-of-life vehicles, by way of national collection schemes set up on the basis of Directive 2012/19/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (26), and of Directive 2000/53/EC. While Directive 2006/66/EC sets up specific rules for batteries, there is a need for a coherent and complementary approach, building upon and further harmonising existing waste management structures. Consequently, and in order to effectively implement extended producer responsibility related to the waste management, obligations should be laid down with respect to the Member State where batteries are made available on the market for the first time.
(98) In order to monitor fulfilment by producers of their obligations as regards the waste treatment of batteries made available on the market for the first time within the territory of a Member State, it is necessary that a register be established and managed by the competent authority in each Member State. The information in the register should be accessible to those entities that play a role in monitoring compliance with and enforcement of the extended producer responsibility. It should be possible for that register to be the same as the national register set up pursuant to Directive 2006/66/EC. Producers should be required to register, in order to provide the necessary information to allow the competent authorities to monitor fulfilment by producers of their obligations. Registration requirements should be simplified across the Union.
(99) In the case of state-run producer responsibility organisations, as there is no represented producer’s mandate, the requirements provided in this Regulation concerning such mandates do not apply.
(100) In view of the polluter pays principle, it is appropriate to impose obligations on producers as regards the management of waste batteries. In this context, producers should be understood to include any manufacturer, importer or distributor who, irrespective of the selling technique used, including by means of distance contracts as defined in Article 2, point (7), of Directive 2011/83/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (27), supplies a battery for the first time for distribution or use, including when incorporated into appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, within the territory of a Member State on a commercial basis.
(101) Producers should have extended producer responsibility for the management of their batteries at the end-of-life stage. Accordingly, they should finance the costs of collecting, treating and recycling all collected batteries, carrying out compositional surveys of mixed collected municipal waste, reporting on batteries and waste batteries, and of providing information to end-users and waste operators about batteries and appropriate re-use and management of waste batteries. The new rules on extended producer responsibility under this Regulation are intended to ensure a high level of environmental and health protection in the Union by maximising separate collection of waste batteries and ensuring that all collected batteries are recycled through processes that reach high rates of recycling efficiency and recovery of materials in light of technical and scientific progress. The obligations related to extended producer responsibility should apply to all forms of supply, including distance selling. Producers should be able to exercise those obligations collectively, by means of producer responsibility organisations taking responsibility on their behalf. Producers or producer responsibility organisations should be subject to authorisation and they should demonstrate that they have the financial means to cover the costs entailed by the extended producer responsibility. When laying down administrative and procedural rules for authorisation of producers for individual compliance and of producer responsibility organisations for collective compliance, Member States should be able to differentiate processes for individual producers and producer responsibility organisations to limit the administrative burden on individual producers. In this context, it should be possible to consider permits issued in accordance with Directive 2008/98/EC to be an authorisation for the purposes of this Regulation. Where necessary to avoid distortion of the internal market and in order to ensure uniform conditions for the modulation of the financial contributions paid to producer responsibility organisations by producers, implementing powers should be conferred on the Commission. Waste management operators carrying out collection and treatment in accordance with this Regulation should be subject to a selection procedure by producers of the relevant batteries or by producer responsibility organisations acting on their behalf, in accordance with Directive 2008/98/EC. Where waste management operations take place in a Member State other than that in which a battery was made available on the market for the first time, producers should cover the costs incurred by the waste management operators in the Member State where the waste operations take place. In the discussion on possible proposals for Union legislative acts on end-of-life vehicles and waste electrical and electronic equipment, the establishment of a cross-border extended producer responsibility mechanism for waste batteries, including those incorporated into vehicles or appliances, between the relevant actors, should be considered. Furthermore, the adoption of other measures should be considered, such as information management and verification tools, including, as appropriate, authorised representatives for extended producer responsibility, waste management operators, producer responsibility organisations, digital product passports and registers of producers, and national vehicle registration systems when covering electric vehicle batteries.
(102) Extended producer responsibility should apply also to economic operators placing on the market a battery that results from preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing operations. Therefore, the economic operator that originally placed the battery on the market should not bear the additional costs that could result from the waste management arising from the subsequent life of that battery. It should be possible for the economic operators subject to extended producer responsibility to establish a cost-sharing mechanism based on the attribution of the actual waste management costs.
(103) This Regulation is a lex specialis in relation to Directive 2008/98/EC for the extended producer responsibility minimum requirements on collection and recycling targets, distributor take-back and second life. Member States should be required to define the extended producer responsibility provided for in this Regulation, in accordance with Directive 2008/98/EC and national law transposing that Directive. In addition, where this Regulation does not provide for full harmonisation in Chapter VIII, Member States should be able to provide for additional measures on those specific topics, provided such further regulation is in accordance with Directive 2008/98/EC and consistent both with national law transposing that Directive and with this Regulation.
(104) This Regulation should specify how the traceability of traders’ obligations laid down in Regulation (EU) 2022/2065 of the European Parliament and of the Council (28) is to be applied to online platforms allowing consumers to conclude distance contracts with producers offering batteries, including batteries that are incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, and to consumers located in the Union in relation to the registers of producers established pursuant to this Regulation. For the purposes of this Regulation, any producer offering batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, by means of distance contracts directly to consumers located in a Member State, whether established in a Member State or a third country, should be considered to be a trader as defined in Regulation (EU) 2022/2065. Pursuant to that Regulation, providers of online platforms, falling within the scope of Section 4 of Chapter III thereof and who allow consumers to conclude distance contracts with producers, should obtain from those producers information on the register of producers where they are registered as well as their registration number and a self-certification committing to comply with the extended producer responsibility requirements laid down in this Regulation. The implementation of the rules on the traceability of traders for the sale of batteries online are subject to the enforcement rules laid down in Regulation (EU) 2022/2065.
(105) In order to ensure high quality recycling in the battery supply chain, boost the uptake of quality secondary raw materials and protect the environment, there should be high rates of waste battery collection and recycling. The collection of waste batteries is a fundamental crucial step in the recovery of valuable materials present in batteries through their recycling and in keeping the battery supply chain in the Union, boosting the Union’s strategic autonomy in this sector. Such recycling thus also facilitates access to materials recovered that can be used to manufacture new products.
(106) Producers should be responsible for financing and organising the separate collection of waste batteries. They should do so by establishing a take-back and collection network and related information campaigns that cover the whole territory of each Member State. Such networks should be close to the end-user and should not only target areas and batteries where collection of waste batteries is profitable. The collection network should include distributors, authorised treatment facilities for waste electrical and electronic equipment and end-of-life vehicles and civic amenity sites, and, on a voluntary basis other actors, such as public authorities and schools. In order to verify and improve the effectiveness of the collection network and related information campaigns, regular compositional surveys at least at NUTS 2 level, which is provided for in Regulation (EC) No 1059/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council (29) should be carried out on mixed municipal waste and waste electrical and electronic equipment collected to determine the amount of waste portable batteries therein.
(107) It should be possible for waste batteries to be collected together with waste electrical and electronic equipment, by way of national collection schemes set up on the basis of Directive 2012/19/EU and with end-of-life vehicles in accordance with Directive 2000/53/EC. In such cases, as an obligatory minimum treatment requirement, batteries should be removed from the collected waste appliances and end-of-life vehicles. After having been removed from the collected waste appliances and end-of-life vehicles, batteries should be subject to the requirements of this Regulation. In particular, such waste batteries should be counted towards the attainment of the collection target for that category of battery and be subject to the treatment and recycling requirements laid down in this Regulation.
(108) Considering the environmental impact and the loss of materials due to waste batteries not being separately collected, and consequently not being treated in an environmentally sound way, the collection target for waste portable batteries established under Directive 2006/66/EC should continue to apply and should be gradually increased. In view of the current increase in sales of LMT batteries and the fact that they have a longer lifetime than portable batteries, it is appropriate to set a specific collection target for waste LMT batteries, separate from the collection target applicable to waste portable batteries. Due to the expected development of the market for LMT batteries and portable batteries and increase in their expected lifetime, the methodology for calculating and verifying collection targets should be reviewed in order to better ascertain the actual volume of waste LMT batteries and waste portable batteries available for collection. Therefore, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 TFEU should be delegated to the Commission in respect of amending such methodology and of amending the collection targets accordingly. It is crucial that a new ‘Available for collection’ methodology maintains or increases the level of environmental ambition with regard to the collection of waste LMT batteries and waste portable batteries compared to the existing methodology. Based on a Joint Research Centre study on alternative collection targets for waste portable and light means of transport batteries, it is estimated that a collection target for waste LMT batteries of 51 % by 31 December 2028 and 61 % by 31 December 2031, calculated on the basis of the quantities of LMT batteries made available on the market in a Member State, will correspond to a collection target for waste LMT batteries of 79 % by 31 December 2028 and 85 % by 31 December 2031, calculated on the basis of the quantities of LMT batteries available for collection in a Member State. The collection targets for waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries should be reviewed. It should be possible for such review to also address the possibility of adding two sub-categories of portable batteries: rechargeable and non-rechargeable, with separate collection rates. The Commission should prepare a report to accompany those reviews.
(109) In order to maximise collection and reduce safety risks, the Commission should assess the feasibility and potential benefits of establishing a deposit return system for batteries, in particular for portable batteries of general use. National and harmonised Union-wide deposit return systems should be taken into account in that assessment.
(110) The collection rate of waste portable batteries should continue to be calculated on the basis of average annual sales in the preceding years to have targets proportionate to the level of battery consumption in a Member State. In order to best reflect changes in what is comprised in the portable batteries category, as well as in the lifetime and consumption patterns of batteries, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 TFEU should be delegated to the Commission to amend the methodology for calculation and verification of the collection rate for waste portable batteries, as well as for waste LMT batteries.
(111) The obligation on Member States to adopt measures concerning the achievement by producers and, where appointed, producer responsibility organisations, of collection targets for waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries, reflects the general principle that Member States are to ensure the effectiveness of Union law.
(112) All waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicles batteries should be collected. For that purpose the producers of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries should be required to accept and take back free of charge, all waste batteries for their respective category from end-users. Detailed reporting obligations should be established for all producers, waste management operators and waste holders involved in the collection of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicles batteries.
(113) In view of the waste hierarchy as established by Directive 2008/98/EC which prioritises prevention, preparation for re-use and recycling and in line with Directive 2008/98/EC and Council Directive 1999/31/EC (30), waste batteries collected should not be disposed of or be subject to an energy recovery operation.
(114) Any permitted facility carrying out treatment of batteries should comply with minimum requirements to prevent adverse impacts on the environment and human health and to allow a high degree of recovery of materials present in batteries. Directive 2010/75/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (31) regulates a number of industrial activities involved in the treatment of waste batteries, for which it provides for specific authorisation requirements and controls reflecting best available techniques. Where industrial activities relating to the treatment and recycling of batteries are not covered by Directive 2010/75/EU, operators should in any case be obliged to apply best available techniques, defined in Article 3, point (10), of that Directive, and the specific requirements laid down in this Regulation. The requirements in this Regulation regarding the treatment and recycling of batteries should, where relevant, be adapted by the Commission in the light of scientific and technical progress and emerging new technologies in waste management. Therefore, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 TFEU should be delegated to the Commission in respect of amending those requirements.
(115) Targets for the efficiency of the recycling processes and recovery of materials should be established to ensure high quality of recovery of materials for the battery industry, while at the same time ensuring clear and common rules for recyclers and avoiding distortions of competition or other impediments to the smooth functioning of the internal market for secondary raw materials from waste batteries. Targets for recycling efficiency, as a measure of the total amount of materials recycled, should be established for lead-acid batteries, nickel-cadmium batteries, lithium-based batteries and other batteries. Targets for recovery of materials should also be established for cobalt, lead, lithium and nickel, in order to attain a high rate of recovery of materials throughout the Union. The rules on the calculation and reporting on recycling efficiency laid down in Commission Regulation (EU) No 493/2012 (32) should continue to apply. In order to ensure that the calculations and verifications of recycling efficiency and recovery of materials rates are accurate and reliable and ensure that there is greater legal certainty, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 TFEU should be delegated to the Commission to supplement this Regulation by establishing the methodology for calculation and verification of recycling efficiency and material recovery rates in the recycling processes for batteries and the format for the documentation on recycling efficiency and material recovery for waste batteries and on destination and yield of the final output fractions, in accordance with Part A of Annex XII. The Commission should also review Regulation (EU) No 493/2012 to properly reflect technological developments and changes in industrial recovery processes, to extend their scope to cover existing and new targets, and to provide tools for the characterisation of intermediate products. Treatment facilities should be encouraged to introduce certified environmental management schemes in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1221/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council (33).
(116) It should only be possible to carry out treatment of waste batteries outside the Member State where the waste was collected or outside the Union, where the shipment of waste batteries is in compliance with Regulation (EC) No 1013/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council (34) and Commission Regulation (EC) No 1418/2007 (35) and where the treatment meets the requirements applicable for this type of waste, according to their classification in Commission Decision 2000/532/EC (36). That Decision should be revised to reflect all battery chemistries, in particular the codes for lithium-based waste batteries, in order to enable proper sorting and reporting of such waste batteries. This Regulation is without prejudice to the possible classification of waste batteries as hazardous waste under Directive 2008/98/EC. Where such treatment takes place outside the Union, in order to be counted towards the recycling efficiencies and targets, the waste management operator on whose behalf it is carried out should be obliged to report on that treatment to the competent authority of the Member State in which those waste batteries were collected and to prove that the treatment took place in conditions that are equivalent to those required under this Regulation and in line with other Union law regarding human health and environmental protection. In order to lay down what are the requirements for such treatment to be considered equivalent, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 TFEU should be delegated to the Commission to supplement this Regulation by laying down detailed rules containing criteria for the assessment of equivalent conditions.
(117) In the event waste batteries are exported from the Union for preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, or recycling, Member States’ competent authorities should make effective use of the powers provided for in Regulation (EC) No 1013/2006 to require documentary evidence to ascertain compliance with the requirements laid down in this Regulation.
(118) It should be possible for industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries that are no longer fit for the original purpose for which they were manufactured to be used for a different purpose as stationary energy storage batteries. A market for used industrial batteries and used electric vehicle batteries is emerging and in order to support the practical application of the waste hierarchy, specific rules should thus be established to allow responsible repurposing of used batteries while taking into account the precautionary principle and ensuring safety of use for end-users. Any such used battery should undergo an assessment of its state of health and available capacity to ascertain its suitability for a purpose other than its original purpose. Batteries that are found to be suitable for a purpose other than their original purpose should ideally be repurposed. In order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of requirements that waste industrial batteries, waste LMT batteries or waste electric vehicle batteries should fulfil to cease to be waste, implementing powers should be conferred on the Commission.
(119) Producers and distributors should be actively involved in providing information to end-users concerning the mandatory separate collection of waste batteries and the availability of collection schemes. They should also inform end-users about the important role end-users have in ensuring the environmentally optimal management of waste batteries. Producers and distributors should make use of up-to-date information technology for the purposes of communicating information to all end-users as well as reporting on batteries. The information should be provided either by classical means, such as outdoor advertising, posters, through social media campaigns, or by more innovative means, such as electronic access to websites provided by QR codes affixed to the battery. Such information should be accessible for persons with disabilities in accordance with Directive (EU) 2019/882.
(120) To enable the verification of fulfilment of and the effectiveness of the obligations regarding the collection and treatment of waste batteries, it is necessary for operators to report to the competent authorities. Producers of batteries and other waste management operators collecting waste batteries should report for each calendar year, where applicable, the data on batteries sold and waste batteries collected. Regarding treatment, reporting obligations should be imposed upon the waste management operators and recyclers respectively.
(121) For each calendar year, Member States should provide the Commission with information on the amount of batteries supplied within their territory and the amount of waste batteries collected, by category and chemistry. With regard to waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries data should be reported separately, allowing the respective collection targets to be adapted, considering the market share of such batteries and their specific purpose and characteristics. Such information should be provided electronically and be accompanied by a quality check report. In order to ensure uniform conditions for the reporting of those data and information to the Commission, as well as for the verification methods, implementing powers should be conferred on the Commission.
(122) For each calendar year, Member States should report to the Commission the rates for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials achieved taking into account all the individual steps of the recycling process and the output fractions.
(123) In order to enhance transparency along supply and value chains for all stakeholders, it is necessary to provide for a battery passport that maximises the exchange of information, enables tracking and tracing of batteries and provides information about the carbon intensity of their manufacturing processes as well as the origin of the materials used and whether renewable material, such as material produced from lignin to substitute graphite, is used, about composition of batteries, including raw materials and hazardous chemicals, about repair, repurposing and dismantling operations and possibilities, and about the treatment, recycling and recovery processes to which the batteries could be subject to at the end of their lifetime. The battery passport should provide the public with information about batteries placed on the market and their sustainability requirements. It should provide remanufacturers, second-life operators and recyclers with up-to-date information for the handling of batteries and specific actors with tailored information such as on the state of health of batteries. It should be possible for the battery passport to support market surveillance authorities in carrying out their tasks under this Regulation, but it should not replace or modify the responsibilities of market surveillance authorities, which should, in line with Regulation (EU) 2019/1020, check the information provided in battery passports.
(124) Certain information in the battery passport should not be public, such as sensitive commercial information to which only a limited number of persons with a legitimate interest would need to have access. This applies to information on dismantling, including safety, and detailed information regarding the composition of the battery, which is essential for repairers, remanufacturers, second-life operators and recyclers. It also applies to information concerning individual batteries, which is essential to those who have purchased the battery or parties acting on their behalf for the purpose of making the battery available to independent energy aggregators or energy market participants, evaluating its residual value or remaining lifetime for further use, and facilitating the preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing of the battery. Results of test reports should only be accessible to notified bodies, market surveillance authorities and the Commission.
(125) The battery passport should allow economic operators to gather and re-use in a more efficient way the information and data on individual batteries placed on the market and to make better informed choices in their planning activities. Once the battery is placed on the market it might, in certain cases, be more practical for another legal person, such as a vehicle manufacturer, to update information in the passport. The economic operator that places the battery on the market should therefore be allowed to give written authorisation to any other operator to act on its behalf. The responsibility of compliance with the provisions for the battery passport should lie with the economic operator that places the battery on the market. In order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of the battery passport, implementing powers should be conferred on the Commission.
(126) To ensure that the battery passport is flexible, dynamic and market-driven and evolves in line with business models, markets and innovation, it should be based on a decentralised data system, set up and maintained by economic operators. To ensure the effective roll-out of the battery passport, the technical design, data requirements and operation of the battery passport should adhere to a set of essential technical requirements. Such requirements should be developed hand-in-hand with those for digital product passports required by other Union law concerning eco-design for sustainable products. Technical specifications, for which the Commission’s Connecting Europe Facility principles for the eDelivery Network should be considered, should be established to ensure the effective implementation of those essential requirements, either in the form of harmonised standards for which the references are published in the Official Journal of the European Union or, as a fall-back option, in the form of common specifications adopted by the Commission. The technical design should ensure that the battery passport carries data in a secure way which respects privacy rules.
(127) Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 lays down the general rules on market surveillance and control of products placed on the Union market or that enter the Union market from third countries. In order to ensure that batteries benefiting from the free movement of goods fulfil requirements providing for a high level of protection of public interests such as human health, safety of persons, protection of property and the environment, and to ensure full enforceability of the obligations, in particular relating to the battery due diligence policies, under this Regulation, Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 should also apply to the batteries and economic operators covered by this Regulation. Therefore, Annex I to Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 should be amended accordingly.
(128) Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 requires market surveillance authorities to perform appropriate checks on the characteristics of products on an adequate scale. It confers powers on the Commission to adopt implementing acts to determine the uniform conditions for checks, criteria for determination of the frequency of checks and amount of samples to be checked in relation to certain products or categories of products. That conferral of powers also applies to the batteries covered by this Regulation where the conditions specified in Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 are met.
(129) Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 introduced new instruments to improve compliance and market surveillance, which are also relevant to batteries. It provides for the Commission to designate a public testing facility of a Member State as a Union testing facility for specific categories of products or for specific risks related to a category of products. The Commission is to include the batteries covered by this Regulation in its next call for expression of interest for the designation of Union testing facilities pursuant to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2022/1267 (37). Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 also provides that market surveillance authorities can carry out joint activities with organisations representing economic operators or end-users, with a view to promoting compliance, identifying non-compliance, raising awareness and providing guidance in relation to specific categories of products. That possibility should also be provided in relation to the requirements of this Regulation. In that context, Member States or market surveillance authorities might explore setting up battery competence centres.
(130) Batteries should be placed on the market only if they do not present a risk to human health, safety of persons, property or the environment when stored and used for their intended purpose, or under conditions of use which can be reasonably foreseen, that is, when such conditions of use could result from lawful and readily predictable human behaviour.
(131) A procedure should exist under which interested parties are informed of measures intended to be taken with regard to batteries that present a risk to human health, safety of persons, property or the environment. Such a procedure should also allow market surveillance authorities in the Member States, in cooperation with the relevant economic operators, to act at an early stage in respect of such batteries. In order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this Regulation, implementing powers should be conferred on the Commission in order to determine whether national measures in respect of non-compliant batteries are justified or not.
(132) The market surveillance authorities should be allowed to require an economic operator to take corrective action if they find either that a battery is not compliant with the requirements of this Regulation or that an economic operator has infringed the rules on the placing or making available on the market of a battery, or on sustainability, safety, labelling and information or on supply chain due diligence.
(133) Public procurement constitutes an important sector with regard to reducing the impacts on the environment of human activities and to stimulating market transformation towards more sustainable products. Contracting authorities, as defined in Directives 2014/24/EU (38) and 2014/25/EU (39) of the European Parliament and of the Council, and contracting entities as defined in Directive 2014/25/EU should take account of the environmental impacts when procuring batteries or products containing batteries and should ensure effective compliance by the economic operators with social and environmental requirements, in order to promote and stimulate the market for clean and energy-efficient mobility and energy-storage and thus contribute to the environment, climate and energy policy objectives of the Union.
(134) When adopting delegated acts under this Regulation, it is of particular importance that the Commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work, including at expert level, and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the Interinstitutional Agreement of 13 April 2016 on Better Law-Making (40). In particular, to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts, the European Parliament and the Council receive all documents at the same time as Member States’ experts, and their experts systematically have access to meetings of Commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts.
(135) The implementing powers that are conferred on the Commission by this Regulation should be exercised in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council (41).
(136) The advisory procedure should be used for the adoption of an implementing act in situations where the Commission ascertains that a notified body does not meet the requirements for its notification, in order to request the notifying authority to take the necessary corrective action, including withdrawal of the notification if necessary.
(137) The Commission should adopt immediately applicable implementing acts determining whether a national measure taken in respect of a compliant battery that presents a risk is justified or not where, in duly justified cases relating to the protection of human health or the safety of persons, or the protection of property or the environment, imperative grounds of urgency so require.
(138) Member States should lay down rules on penalties applicable to infringements of this Regulation and ensure that those rules are implemented. The penalties provided for should be effective, proportionate and dissuasive. When imposing penalties, it is important that due regard be given to the nature, gravity, scope, intentional nature and repetition of the infringement and the level of cooperation of the natural or legal person held responsible with the competent authority. The imposition of penalties is to comply with Union and national law, including with applicable procedural safeguards and with the principles of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union.
(139) In view of the need to ensure a high level of environmental protection and the need to take into account new developments based on scientific facts, the Commission should submit to the European Parliament and to the Council a report on the application of this Regulation and its impact on the environment and the functioning of the internal market. The Commission should include, in its report, an evaluation of the provisions on sustainability, safety, labelling and information criteria, the waste batteries management measures and the supply chain due diligence requirements. Where appropriate, the report should be accompanied by a proposal to amend relevant provisions of this Regulation.
(140) It is necessary to provide for sufficient time for economic operators to fulfil their obligations under this Regulation, and for Member States to set up the administrative infrastructure necessary for its application. The application of this Regulation should therefore also be deferred to a date where those preparations can reasonably be finalised.
(141) In order to allow Member States to adapt the register of producers set up under Directive 2006/66/EC and to take the necessary administrative measures regarding the organisation of the authorisation procedures by the competent authorities, while keeping continuity for economic operators, Directive 2006/66/EC should be repealed as of 18 August 2025. Obligations under that Directive related to monitoring and reporting the collection rate of portable batteries should remain in force until 31 December 2023, and the related obligations for the transmission of data to the Commission should remain in force until 30 June 2025, obligations under that Directive related to monitoring and reporting the recycling efficiencies of recycling processes should remain in force until 31 December 2025, and the related obligations for the transmission of data to the Commission should remain in force until 30 June 2027, in order to ensure continuity until new calculation rules and reporting formats are adopted by the Commission under this Regulation.
(142) It is important that, in the implementation of this Regulation, environmental, social and economic impacts be considered. Moreover, in order to ensure that there is a level playing field, it is important that, in the implementation of this Regulation, all relevant available technologies are equally taken into consideration, provided that those technologies allow for full compliance of batteries with any relevant requirement set out in this Regulation. Furthermore, no excessive administrative burden should be imposed on economic operators, in particular on small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
(143) Since the objectives of this Regulation, namely to contribute to the functioning of the internal market and to prevent and reduce the adverse impacts of batteries and waste batteries to ensure a high level of protection of human health, safety of persons, property and the environment, cannot be sufficiently achieved by the Member States but can rather, by reason of the need for harmonisation, be better achieved at Union level, the Union may adopt measures, in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity as set out in Article 5 of the Treaty on European Union. In accordance with the principle of proportionality, as set out in that Article, this Regulation does not go beyond what is necessary in order to achieve those objectives,
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CHAPTER I
General provisions
Article 1
Subject matter and scope
1. This Regulation lays down requirements on sustainability, safety, labelling, marking and information to allow the placing on the market or putting into service of batteries within the Union. It also lays down minimum requirements for extended producer responsibility, the collection and treatment of waste batteries and for reporting.
2. This Regulation imposes battery due diligence obligations on economic operators placing batteries on the market or putting them into service. It also lays down requirements for green public procurement when procuring batteries or products into which batteries are incorporated.
3. This Regulation applies to all categories of batteries, namely portable batteries, starting, lighting and ignition batteries (SLI batteries), light means of transport batteries (LMT batteries), electric vehicle batteries and industrial batteries, regardless of their shape, volume, weight, design, material composition, chemistry, use or purpose. It shall also apply to batteries that are incorporated into or added to products or that are specifically designed to be incorporated into or added to products.
For the purposes of Chapter II, where batteries placed on the market can be considered to fall under more than one category, they shall be deemed to fall under the category to which the strictest requirements apply.
4. In cases where battery cells or battery modules are made available on the market for end use, without any further incorporation or assembly into larger battery packs or batteries, they shall be considered to have been placed on the market as batteries for the purposes of this Regulation, and the requirements for the most similar battery category shall apply. In cases where it can be considered that such battery cells or battery modules fall under more than one battery category, they shall be deemed to fall under the category to which the strictest requirements apply.
5. This Regulation does not apply to batteries that are incorporated into or that are specifically designed to be incorporated into:
(a) equipment connected with the protection of Member States’ essential security interests, arms, munitions and war material, with the exclusion of products that are not intended for specifically military purposes; and
(b) equipment designed to be sent into space.
6. Chapters III and VIII of this Regulation do not apply to equipment specifically designed for the safety of nuclear installations, as defined in Article 3 of Council Directive 2009/71/Euratom (42).
Article 2
Objectives
The objectives of this Regulation are to contribute to the efficient functioning of the internal market, while preventing and reducing the adverse impacts of batteries on the environment, and to protect the environment and human health by preventing and reducing the adverse impacts of the generation and management of waste batteries.
Article 3
Definitions
1. For the purposes of this Regulation, the following definitions apply:
(1) ‘battery’ means any device delivering electrical energy generated by direct conversion of chemical energy, having internal or external storage, and consisting of one or more non-rechargeable or rechargeable battery cells, modules or of packs of them, and includes a battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing;
(2) ‘battery pack’ means any set of battery cells or modules that are connected together or encapsulated within an outer casing, to form a complete unit which is not meant to be split up or opened by the end-user;
(3) ‘battery module’ means any set of battery cells that are connected together or encapsulated within an outer casing to protect the cells against external impact, and which is meant to be used either alone or in combination with other modules;
(4) ‘battery cell’ means the basic functional unit in a battery, composed of electrodes, electrolyte, container, terminals and, if applicable, separators, and containing the active materials the reaction of which generates electrical energy;
(5) ‘active material’ means a material which reacts chemically to produce electric energy when the battery cell discharges or to store electric energy when the battery is being charged;
(6) ‘non-rechargeable battery’ means a battery that is not designed to be electrically recharged;
(7) ‘rechargeable battery’ means a battery that is designed to be electrically recharged;
(8) ‘battery with external storage’ means a battery that is specifically designed to have its energy stored exclusively in one or more attached external devices;
(9) ‘portable battery’ means a battery that is sealed, weighs 5 kg or less, is not designed specifically for industrial use and is neither an electric vehicle battery, an LMT battery, nor an SLI battery;
(10) ‘portable battery of general use’ means a portable battery, whether or not rechargeable, that is specifically designed to be interoperable and that has one of the following common formats 4,5 Volts (3R12), button cell, D, C, AA, AAA, AAAA, A23, 9 Volts (PP3);
(11) ‘light means of transport battery’ or ‘LMT battery’ means a battery that is sealed, weighs 25 kg or less and is specifically designed to provide electric power for the traction of wheeled vehicles that can be powered by an electric motor alone or by a combination of motor and human power, including type-approved vehicles of category L within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 168/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council (43), and that is not an electric vehicle battery;
(12) ‘starting, lighting and ignition battery’ or ‘SLI battery’ means a battery that is specifically designed to supply electric power for starting, lighting, or ignition and that can also be used for auxiliary or backup purposes in vehicles, other means of transport or machinery;
(13) ‘industrial battery’ means a battery that is specifically designed for industrial uses, intended for industrial uses after having been subject to preparation for repurposing or repurposing, or any other battery that weighs more than 5 kg and that is neither an electric vehicle battery, an LMT battery, nor an SLI battery;
(14) ‘electric vehicle battery’ means a battery that is specifically designed to provide electric power for traction in hybrid or electric vehicles of category L as provided for in Regulation (EU) No 168/2013, that weighs more than 25 kg, or a battery that is specifically designed to provide electric power for traction in hybrid or electric vehicles of categories M, N or O as provided for in Regulation (EU) 2018/858;
(15) ‘stationary battery energy storage system’ means an industrial battery with internal storage that is specifically designed to store from and deliver electric energy to the grid or store for and deliver electric energy to end-users, regardless of where and by whom the battery is being used;
(16) ‘placing on the market’ means the first making available of a battery on the Union market;
(17) ‘making available on the market’ means any supply of a battery for distribution or use on the Union market in the course of a commercial activity, whether in return for payment or free of charge;
(18) ‘putting into service’ means the first use, for its intended purpose, in the Union, of a battery, without having been previously placed on the market;
(19) ‘battery model’ means a version of a battery all units of which share the same technical characteristics relevant for the requirements of this Regulation on sustainability, safety, labelling, marking and information, and the same model identifier;
(20) ‘battery presenting a risk’ means a battery which has the potential to have adverse effects on human health or the safety of persons, on property or the environment to a degree which goes beyond that considered reasonable and acceptable in relation to the battery’s intended purpose or under the normal or reasonably foreseeable conditions of use of the battery concerned, including the duration of use, and, where applicable, to its putting into service, installation and maintenance requirements;
(21) ‘carbon footprint’ means the sum of greenhouse gas emissions and greenhouse gas removals in a product system, expressed as carbon dioxide equivalents and based on a Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) study using the single impact category of climate change;
(22) ‘economic operator’ means the manufacturer, the authorised representative, the importer, the distributor or the fulfilment service provider or any other natural or legal person who is subject to obligations in relation to the manufacture, preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing of batteries, the making available or the placing of batteries on the market, including online, or the putting of batteries into service in accordance with this Regulation;
(23) ‘independent operator’ means a natural or legal person who is independent from the manufacturer and the producer and is directly or indirectly involved in the repair, maintenance or repurposing of batteries, and includes waste management operators, repairers, manufacturers or distributors of repair equipment, tools or spare parts, as well as publishers of technical information, operators offering inspection and testing services, operators offering training for installers, manufacturers and repairers of equipment for alternative-fuel vehicles;
(24) ‘QR code’ means a machine-readable matrix code that links to information as required by this Regulation;
(25) ‘battery management system’ means an electronic device that controls or manages the electric and thermal functions of a battery in order to ensure the battery’s safety, performance and service life, manages and stores the data for the parameters for determining the battery’s state of health and expected lifetime set out in Annex VII and communicates with the vehicle, light means of transport or appliance in which the battery is incorporated, or with a public or private charging infrastructure;
(26) ‘appliance’ means any electrical or electronic equipment, as defined in Article 3(1), point (a), of Directive 2012/19/EU, which is fully or partly powered by a battery or is capable of being so;
(27) ‘state of charge’ means the available energy in a battery expressed as a percentage of its rated capacity as declared by the manufacturer;
(28) ‘state of health’ means a measure of the general condition of a rechargeable battery and its ability to deliver the specified performance compared with its initial condition;
(29) ‘preparation for re-use’ means preparing for re-use as defined in Article 3, point (16), of Directive 2008/98/EC;
(30) ‘preparation for repurposing’ means any operation, by which a waste battery, or parts thereof, is prepared so that it can be used for a different purpose or application than that for which it was originally designed;
(31) ‘repurposing’ means any operation that results in a battery, that is not a waste battery, or parts thereof being used for a purpose or application other than that for which the battery was originally designed;
(32) ‘remanufacturing’ means any technical operation on a used battery that includes the disassembly and evaluation of all its battery cells and modules and the use of a certain number of battery cells and modules that are new, used or recovered from waste, or other battery components, to restore the battery capacity to at least 90 % of the original rated capacity, and where the state of health of all individual battery cells does not differ more than 3 % between cells, and results in the battery being used for the same purpose or application as the one for which the battery was originally designed;
(33) ‘manufacturer’ means any natural or legal person who manufactures a battery or has a battery designed or manufactured, and markets that battery under its own name or trademark or puts it into service for its own purposes;
(34) ‘technical specifications’ means a document that prescribes technical requirements to be fulfilled by a product, process or service;
(35) ‘harmonised standard’ means a standard as defined in Article 2, point (1)(c), of Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012;
(36) ‘CE marking’ means a marking by which a manufacturer indicates that the battery is in conformity with the applicable requirements laid down in Union harmonisation legislation providing for its affixing;
(37) ‘accreditation’ means accreditation as defined in Article 2, point (10), of Regulation (EC) No 765/2008;
(38) ‘national accreditation body’ means a national accreditation body as defined in Article 2, point (11), of Regulation (EC) No 765/2008;
(39) ‘conformity assessment’ means the process demonstrating whether the sustainability, safety, labelling, information and due diligence requirements of this Regulation have been fulfilled;
(40) ‘conformity assessment body’ means a body that performs conformity assessment activities including calibration, testing, certification and inspection;
(41) ‘notified body’ means a conformity assessment body that has been notified in accordance with Chapter V;
(42) ‘battery due diligence’ means the obligations of an economic operator in relation to its management system, risk management, third-party verifications and surveillance by notified bodies and disclosure of information, for the purpose of identifying, preventing and addressing actual and potential social and environmental risks linked to the sourcing, processing and trading of the raw materials and secondary raw materials required for battery manufacturing, including by suppliers in the chain and their subsidiaries or subcontractors;
(43) ‘subsidiary’ means a legal person through which the activity of a controlled undertaking within the meaning of Article 2(1), point (f), of Directive 2004/109/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (44) is exercised;
(44) ‘parent company’ means a company which controls one or more subsidiaries;
(45) ‘conflict-affected and high-risk areas’ means conflict-affected and high-risk areas as defined in Article 2, point (f), of Regulation (EU) 2017/821;
(46) ‘distance contracts’ means distance contracts as defined in Article 2, point (7), of Directive 2011/83/EU;
(47) ‘producer’ means any manufacturer, importer or distributor or other natural or legal person that, irrespective of the selling technique used, including by means of distance contracts, either:; (a) is established in a Member State and manufactures batteries under its own name or trademark, or has batteries designed or manufactured and supplies them for the first time under its own name or trademark, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, within the territory of that Member State;; (b) is established in a Member State and resells within the territory of that Member State, under its own name or trademark, batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, manufactured by others, on which the name or trademark of those other manufacturers does not appear;; (c) is established in a Member State and supplies for the first time in that Member State on a professional basis, batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, from another Member State or from a third country; or; (d) sells batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, by means of distance contracts directly to end-users, whether or not they are private households, in a Member State, and is established in another Member State or in a third country;
(48) ‘authorised representative for extended producer responsibility’ means a natural or legal person established in a Member State in which the producer places batteries on the market and which is different from the Member State where the producer is established, and is appointed by the producer in accordance with Article 8a(5), third subparagraph, of Directive 2008/98/EC to fulfil the obligations of that producer under Chapter VIII of this Regulation;
(49) ‘producer responsibility organisation’ means a legal entity that financially or financially and operationally organises the fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations on behalf of several producers;
(50) ‘waste battery’ means any battery which is waste as defined in Article 3, point (1), of Directive 2008/98/EC;
(51) ‘battery manufacturing waste’ means the materials or objects rejected during the battery manufacturing process, which cannot be re-used as an integral part in the same process and need to be recycled;
(52) ‘hazardous substance’ means a substance classified as hazardous pursuant to Article 3 of Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008;
(53) ‘treatment’ means any operation carried out on waste batteries after they have been handed over to a facility for sorting, preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, preparation for recycling or for recycling;
(54) ‘preparation for recycling’ means the treatment of waste batteries prior to any recycling process, including, inter alia, the storage, handling and dismantling of battery packs or the separation of fractions that are not part of the battery itself;
(55) ‘voluntary collection point’ means any non-profit, commercial or other economic undertaking or public body involved on its own initiative in the separate collection of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries, generated by it or by other end-users, before handing those waste batteries over to producers, to producer responsibility organisations or to waste management operators for subsequent treatment;
(56) ‘waste management operator’ means any natural or legal person dealing on a professional basis with the separate collection or treatment of waste batteries;
(57) ‘permitted facility’ means an establishment or undertaking that is permitted in accordance with Directive 2008/98/EC to carry out the treatment of waste batteries;
(58) ‘recycler’ means any natural or legal person who carries out recycling in a permitted facility;
(59) ‘lifetime of a battery’ means the period that starts when the battery is manufactured and ends when the battery becomes waste;
(60) ‘recycling efficiency’ means the ratio, expressed as a percentage, obtained by dividing the mass of output fractions accounting for recycling by the mass of the waste batteries’ input fraction, in relation to a recycling process;
(61) ‘Union harmonisation legislation’ means any Union legislation harmonising the conditions for the marketing of products;
(62) ‘national authority’ means an approval authority or any other authority involved in and responsible for market surveillance in a Member State in respect of batteries;
(63) ‘authorised representative’ means any natural or legal person established in the Union who has received a written mandate from a manufacturer to act on its behalf in relation to specified tasks with regard to the manufacturer’s obligations under Chapters IV and VI;
(64) ‘importer’ means any natural or legal person established within the Union who places on the market a battery from a third country;
(65) ‘distributor’ means any natural or legal person in the supply chain, other than the manufacturer or the importer, who makes a battery available on the market;
(66) ‘unique identifier’ means a unique string of characters for the identification of batteries that also enables a web link to the battery passport;
(67) ‘online platform’ means an online platform as defined in Article 3, point (i), of Regulation (EU) 2022/2065;
(68) ‘market participant’ means a market participant as defined in Article 2, point (25), of Regulation (EU) 2019/943 of the European Parliament and of the Council (45).
2. In addition to the definitions referred to in paragraph 1, the following definitions apply:
(a) ‘waste’, ‘waste holder’, ‘waste management’, ‘prevention’, ‘collection’, ‘separate collection’, ‘extended producer responsibility scheme’, ‘re-use’ and ‘recycling’, laid down in Article 3 of Directive 2008/98/EC;
(b) ‘market surveillance’, ‘market surveillance authority’, ‘fulfilment service provider’, ‘corrective action’, ‘end-user’, ‘recall’ and ‘withdrawal’, as well as ‘risk’ in relation to requirements of Chapters I, IV, VI, VII and IX of and Annexes V, VIII and XIII to this Regulation, laid down in Article 3 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1020;
(c) ‘independent aggregator’ and ‘energy storage’, laid down in Article 2 of Directive (EU) 2019/944.
Article 4
Free movement
1. Member States shall not, for reasons relating to the sustainability, safety, labelling and information requirements for batteries covered by this Regulation, prohibit, restrict or impede the making available on the market or the putting into service of batteries that comply with this Regulation.
2. At trade fairs, exhibitions, demonstrations or similar events, Member States shall not prevent the showing of batteries which do not comply with this Regulation, provided that a visible sign clearly indicates that those batteries do not comply with this Regulation and that they cannot be made available on the market or put into service until they have been brought into conformity with this Regulation. During demonstrations of such batteries, the relevant economic operator shall take adequate measures to ensure the safety of persons.
Article 5
Sustainability, safety, labelling and information requirements for batteries
1. Batteries shall only be placed on the market or put into service if they meet the following requirements:
(a) the sustainability and safety requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and 12; and
(b) the labelling and information requirements laid down in Chapter III.
2. For any aspects not covered by Chapters II and III, batteries placed on the market or put into service pursuant to paragraph 1 shall not present a risk to human health, to the safety of persons, to property or to the environment.
CHAPTER II
Sustainability and safety requirements
Article 6
Restrictions on substances
1. In addition to the restrictions set out in Annex XVII to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 and in Article 4(2), point (a), of Directive 2000/53/EC, batteries shall not contain substances for which Annex I to this Regulation contains a restriction unless the conditions of that restriction are complied with.
2. In the event of an unacceptable risk to human health or the environment, arising from the use of a substance in the manufacture of batteries or from the presence of a substance in the batteries when they are placed on the market, or arising during their subsequent life cycle stages, including during repurposing or the treatment of waste batteries, that is not adequately controlled and needs to be addressed on a Union-wide basis, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to amend the restrictions in Annex I, pursuant to the procedure laid down in Articles 86, 87 and 88.
3. Restrictions adopted pursuant to paragraph 2 of this Article shall not apply to the use of a substance in scientific research and development as defined in Article 3, point (23), of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, carried out in relation to batteries.
4. Where a restriction adopted pursuant to paragraph 2 of this Article does not apply to product and process orientated research and development, as defined in Article 3, point (22), of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, that exemption, as well as the maximum quantity of the substance exempted, shall be specified in Annex I to this Regulation.
5. By 31 December 2027, the Commission, assisted by the European Chemicals Agency set up under Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (‘the Agency’), shall prepare a report on substances of concern, namely substances having an adverse effect on human health or the environment or hampering recycling for safe and high quality secondary raw materials, present in batteries or used in their manufacture. The Commission shall submit that report to the European Parliament and to the Council detailing its findings and shall consider the appropriate follow-up measures including the adoption of delegated acts as referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article.
Article 7
Carbon footprint of electric vehicle batteries, rechargeable industrial batteries and LMT batteries
1. For electric vehicle batteries, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh and LMT batteries a carbon footprint declaration shall be drawn up for each battery model per manufacturing plant, in accordance with the implementing act referred to in the fourth subparagraph and containing, at least, the following information:
(a) administrative information about the manufacturer;
(b) information about the battery model;
(c) information about the geographic location of the battery manufacturing plant;
(d) the carbon footprint of the battery, calculated as kg of carbon dioxide equivalent per one kWh of the total energy provided by the battery over its expected service life;
(e) the carbon footprint of the battery differentiated according to life cycle stage as described in point 4 of Annex II;
(f) the identification number of the EU declaration of conformity of the battery;
(g) a web link giving access to a public version of the study supporting the carbon footprint values referred to in points (d) and (e).
The carbon footprint declaration shall apply from:
(a) 18 February 2025 or 12 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for electric vehicle batteries;
(b) 18 February 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries except those with exclusively external storage;
(c) 18 August 2028 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for LMT batteries;
(d) 18 August 2030 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries with external storage.
Until it becomes accessible via the QR code referred to in Article 13(6), the carbon footprint declaration shall accompany the battery.
The Commission shall, by 18 February 2024 for electric vehicle batteries, 18 February 2025 for rechargeable industrial batteries, except those with external storage, 18 February 2027 for LMT batteries and 18 February 2029 for industrial batteries with external storage, adopt:
(a) a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing the methodology for the calculation and verification of the carbon footprint of the battery referred to in the first subparagraph, point (d), in accordance with the essential elements set out in Annex II;
(b) an implementing act establishing the format for the carbon footprint declaration referred to in the first subparagraph. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
2. Electric vehicle batteries, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh and LMT batteries shall bear a conspicuous, clearly legible and indelible label indicating the carbon footprint of the battery referred to in paragraph 1, first subparagraph, point (d) and declaring the carbon footprint performance class to which the relevant battery model per manufacturing plant corresponds.
For batteries referred to in the first subparagraph, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall demonstrate that the carbon footprint declared and the related classification into a carbon footprint performance class have been calculated in accordance with the methodology set out in the delegated acts adopted by the Commission pursuant to paragraph 1, fourth subparagraph, point (a) and the fourth subparagraph, point (a), of this paragraph.
The carbon footprint performance class requirements in the first subparagraph shall apply from:
(a) 18 August 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for electric vehicle batteries;
(b) 18 August 2027 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries except those with exclusively external storage;
(c) 18 February 2030 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for LMT batteries;
(d) 18 February 2032 or 18 months after the date of entry into force either of the delegated act or of the implementing act respectively referred to in the fourth subparagraph, points (a) and (b), whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries with external storage.
The Commission shall, by 18 February 2025 for electric vehicle batteries, 18 August 2026 for rechargeable industrial batteries except those with exclusively external storage, 18 August 2028 for LMT batteries and 18 August 2030 for rechargeable industrial batteries with external storage, adopt:
(a) a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing the carbon footprint performance classes referred to in the first subparagraph. In preparing that delegated act, the Commission shall take into account the conditions set out in point 8 of Annex II;
(b) an implementing act establishing the formats for the labelling referred to in the first subparagraph and the format for the declaration on the carbon footprint performance class referred to in that subparagraph. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
The Commission shall, in accordance with the conditions set out in point 8 of Annex II, review the number of performance classes and the thresholds between them, every three years and, where appropriate, adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the number of performance classes and thresholds between them with a view to keeping them representative of the market reality and expected developments in the market.
3. For electric vehicle batteries, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh and LMT batteries, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall demonstrate that the declared life cycle carbon footprint value for the relevant battery model per manufacturing plant, is below the maximum threshold established in the delegated act adopted pursuant to the third subparagraph.
The requirement for a maximum life cycle carbon footprint threshold referred to in the first subparagraph shall apply as of:
(a) 18 February 2028 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, for electric vehicle batteries;
(b) 18 February 2029 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries except those with exclusively external storage;
(c) 18 August 2031 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, for LMT batteries;
(d) 18 August 2033 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, for rechargeable industrial batteries with external storage.
The Commission shall, by 18 August 2026 for electric vehicle batteries, 18 February 2028 for rechargeable industrial batteries, except those with external storage, 18 February 2030 for LMT batteries and 18 February 2032 for industrial batteries with external storage, adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by determining the maximum life cycle carbon footprint threshold referred to in the first subparagraph. In preparing that delegated act, the Commission shall take into account the relevant conditions set out in point 9 of Annex II.
The introduction of a maximum life cycle carbon footprint threshold shall trigger, if necessary, a reclassification of the carbon footprint performance classes referred to in paragraph 2.
4. By 31 December 2030, the Commission shall assess the feasibility of extending the requirements in this Article to portable batteries, and the requirement laid down in paragraph 3 to rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity of 2 kWh or less. To that end, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and the Council and consider taking the appropriate measures, including the adoption of legislative proposals.
5. Paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 shall not apply to a battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, if the battery had already been placed on the market or put into service before undergoing such operations.
Article 8
Recycled content in industrial batteries, electric vehicle batteries, LMT batteries and SLI batteries
1. From 18 August 2028 or 24 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the third subparagraph, whichever is the latest, industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, electric vehicle batteries and SLI batteries that contain cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel in active materials, shall be accompanied by documentation containing information about the percentage share of cobalt, lithium or nickel that is present in active materials and that has been recovered from battery manufacturing waste or post-consumer waste, and the percentage share of lead that is present in the battery and that has been recovered from waste, for each battery model per year and per manufacturing plant.
The first subparagraph shall apply from 18 August 2033 to LMT batteries that contain cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel in active materials.
By 18 August 2026, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing, for the batteries referred to in the first and second subparagraphs, the methodology for the calculation and verification of the percentage share of cobalt, lithium or nickel that is present in active materials and that has been recovered from battery manufacturing waste or post-consumer waste, and the percentage share of lead that is present in the battery and that has been recovered from waste, and the format for the documentation.
2. From 18 August 2031, for industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, electric vehicle batteries and SLI batteries that contain cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel in active materials, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall demonstrate that those batteries contain, in active materials, the following minimum percentage share of, respectively, cobalt, lithium or nickel that has been recovered from battery manufacturing waste or post-consumer waste, and the minimum percentage share of lead that is present in the battery and that has been recovered from waste, for each battery model per year and per manufacturing plant:
(a) 16 % cobalt;
(b) 85 % lead;
(c) 6 % lithium;
(d) 6 % nickel.
3. From 18 August 2036, for industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, electric vehicle batteries, LMT batteries and SLI batteries that contain cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel in active materials, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall demonstrate that those batteries contain, in the active materials, the following minimum percentage share of, respectively, cobalt, lithium or nickel that has been recovered from battery manufacturing waste or post-consumer waste, and the minimum percentage share of lead that is present in the battery and that has been recovered from waste, for each battery model per year and per manufacturing plant:
(a) 26 % cobalt;
(b) 85 % lead;
(c) 12 % lithium;
(d) 15 % nickel.
4. Paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 shall not apply to batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, if the batteries had already been placed on the market or put into service before undergoing such operations.
5. After the date of entry into force of the delegated act adopted under paragraph 1, and no later than 31 December 2028, the Commission shall assess whether, due to the existing availability, and the forecasted availability for 2030 and 2035, of cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel recovered from waste, or lack thereof, and in view of technical and scientific progress, it is appropriate to revise the targets laid down in paragraphs 2 and 3.
Where justified and appropriate on the basis of the assessment made under the first subparagraph or due to other considerable changes in battery technology impacting the type of materials recovered, the Commission shall adopt, by 18 August 2029, a delegated act in accordance with Article 89, to amend the targets laid down in paragraphs 2 and 3.
6. Where justified and appropriate due to market developments regarding battery chemistries impacting the type of materials that can be recovered, the Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89, to amend this Regulation by adding materials other than cobalt, lead, lithium and nickel, with specific minimum shares of recycled content per specific material in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this Article.
Article 9
Performance and durability requirements for portable batteries of general use
1. From 18 August 2028 or 24 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in paragraph 2, whichever is the latest, portable batteries of general use, excluding button cells, shall meet the minimum values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Annex III as laid down in the delegated act adopted pursuant to paragraph 2.
2. By 18 August 2027, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing mandatory minimum values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Annex III for portable batteries of general use, excluding button cells.
The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the minimum values referred to in the first subparagraph or add electrochemical performance and durability parameters to those set out in Annex III in view of technical and scientific progress.
In preparing the delegated act referred to in the first subparagraph, the Commission shall consider the need to reduce the life cycle environmental impact of portable batteries of general use, including by means of increasing the resource efficiency thereof, and shall take into consideration relevant international standards and labelling schemes.
The Commission shall also ensure that the provisions laid down by the delegated act referred to in the first subparagraph do not have a significant adverse impact on the safety and functionality of those batteries or the appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles into which those batteries are incorporated, the affordability and the cost for end-users and the industry’s competitiveness.
3. By 31 December 2030, the Commission shall assess the feasibility of measures to phase out non-rechargeable portable batteries of general use with a view to minimising their environmental impact based on the life cycle assessment methodology and viable alternatives for end-users. To that end, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and to the Council and consider taking the appropriate measures, including the adoption of legislative proposals for either the phase out or the setting of eco-design requirements.
Article 10
Performance and durability requirements for rechargeable industrial batteries, LMT batteries and electric vehicle batteries
1. From 18 August 2024, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, LMT batteries and electric vehicle batteries shall be accompanied by a document containing values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV.
For batteries referred to in the first subparagraph, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall contain an explanation of the technical specifications, standards and conditions used to measure, calculate or estimate the values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters. That explanation shall include, at least, the elements set out in Part B of Annex IV.
2. From either 18 August 2027 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the first subparagraph of paragraph 5, whichever is the latest, rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, shall meet the minimum values laid down in the delegated act adopted pursuant to the first subparagraph of paragraph 5 for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV.
3. From either 18 August 2028 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the delegated act referred to in the second subparagraph of paragraph 5, whichever is the latest, LMT batteries shall meet the minimum values laid down in the delegated act adopted pursuant to the second subparagraph of paragraph 5 for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV.
4. Paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 shall not apply to a battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, where the economic operator placing that battery on the market or putting it into service demonstrates that the battery, before undergoing such operations, has been placed on the market or put into service before the dates on which those obligations become applicable in accordance with those paragraphs.
5. By 18 February 2026, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing minimum values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV that rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except those with exclusively external storage, shall attain.
By 18 February 2027, the Commission shall adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing minimum values for the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Part A of Annex IV that LMT batteries shall attain.
In preparing the delegated acts referred to in the first and second subparagraph, the Commission shall consider the need to reduce the life cycle environmental impact of rechargeable industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2 kWh, except of those with exclusively external storage, and of LMT batteries, and ensure that the requirements laid down therein do not have a significant adverse impact on the functionality of those batteries or the appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles into which those batteries are incorporated, their affordability and industry’s competitiveness.
6. The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the electrochemical performance and durability parameters set out in Annex IV in light of market developments and technical and scientific progress, including, in particular, related to technical specifications of the informal UNECE Working Group on Electric Vehicles and the Environment.
Article 11
Removability and replaceability of portable batteries and LMT batteries
1. Any natural or legal person that places on the market products incorporating portable batteries shall ensure that those batteries are readily removable and replaceable by the end-user at any time during the lifetime of the product. That obligation shall only apply to entire batteries and not to individual cells or other parts included in such batteries.
A portable battery shall be considered readily removable by the end-user where it can be removed from a product with the use of commercially available tools, without requiring the use of specialised tools, unless provided free of charge with the product, proprietary tools, thermal energy, or solvents to disassemble the product.
Any natural or legal person that places on the market products incorporating portable batteries shall ensure that those products are accompanied with instructions and safety information on the use, removal and replacement of the batteries. Those instructions and that safety information shall be made available permanently online, on a publicly available website, in an easily understandable way for end-users.
This paragraph shall be without prejudice to any specific provisions ensuring a higher level of protection of the environment and human health relating to the removability and replaceability of portable batteries by end-users laid down in any Union law on electrical and electronic equipment as defined in Article 3(1), point (a), of Directive 2012/19/EU.
2. By way of derogation from paragraph 1, the following products incorporating portable batteries may be designed in such a way as to make the battery removable and replaceable only by independent professionals:
(a) appliances specifically designed to operate primarily in an environment that is regularly subject to splashing water, water streams or water immersion, and that are intended to be washable or rinseable;
(b) professional medical imaging and radiotherapy devices, as defined in Article 2, point (1), of Regulation (EU) 2017/745, and in vitro diagnostic medical devices, as defined in Article 2, point (2), of Regulation (EU) 2017/746.
The derogation set out in point (a) of this paragraph shall only be applicable where such derogation is required to ensure the safety of the user and the appliance.
3. The obligations laid down in paragraph 1 shall not apply where continuity of power supply is necessary and a permanent connection between the product and the respective portable battery is required to ensure the safety of the user and the appliance or, for products that collect and supply data as their main function, for data integrity reasons.
4. The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend paragraph 2 of this Article by adding further products to be exempted from the removability and replaceability requirements laid down in paragraph 1 of this Article. Such delegated acts shall be adopted only on account of market developments and technical and scientific progress, and provided that there are scientifically grounded concerns over the safety of end-users removing or replacing the portable battery, or in cases where there is a risk that the removal or the replacement of the battery by end-users would be in violation of any product safety requirements provided for by applicable Union law.
5. Any natural or legal person that places on the market products incorporating LMT batteries shall ensure that those batteries, as well as individual battery cells included in the battery pack, are readily removable and replaceable by an independent professional at any time during the lifetime of the product.
6. For the purposes of paragraphs 1 and 5, a portable battery or LMT battery shall be considered readily replaceable where, after its removal from an appliance or light means of transport, it can be substituted by another compatible battery without affecting the functioning, the performance or the safety of that appliance or light means of transport.
7. Any natural or legal person that places on the market products incorporating portable batteries or LMT batteries shall ensure that those batteries are available as spare parts of the equipment that they power for a minimum of five years after placing the last unit of the equipment model on the market, with a reasonable and non-discriminatory price for independent professionals and end-users.
8. Software shall not be used to impede the replacement of a portable battery or LMT battery, or of their key components, with another compatible battery or key components.
9. The Commission shall publish guidelines to facilitate the harmonised application of this Article.
Article 12
Safety of stationary battery energy storage systems
1. Stationary battery energy storage systems placed on the market or put into service shall be safe during their normal operation and use.
2. By 18 August 2024, the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII shall:
(a) demonstrate that the stationary battery energy storage systems are compliant with paragraph 1 and include evidence that they have been successfully tested for the safety parameters set out in Annex V, for which state-of-the-art testing methodologies shall be used. The safety parameters shall only apply in so far as a corresponding hazard exists for the stationary battery energy storage system in question when it is used under the conditions envisaged by the manufacturer;
(b) include an assessment of possible safety hazards of the stationary battery energy storage system that are not addressed in Annex V;
(c) include evidence that the hazards referred to in point (b) have been successfully mitigated and tested; state-of-the-art testing methodologies shall be used for such testing;
(d) include mitigation instructions in case the identified hazards could occur, for example a fire or explosion.
The technical documentation shall be reviewed if a battery is prepared for re-use, prepared for repurposing, remanufactured or repurposed.
3. The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the safety parameters set out in Annex V in view of technical and scientific progress.
CHAPTER III
Labelling, marking and information requirements
Article 13
Labelling and marking of batteries
1. From 18 August 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the implementing act referred to in paragraph 10, whichever is the latest, batteries shall bear a label containing the general information on batteries set out in Part A of Annex VI.
2. From 18 August 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the implementing act referred to in paragraph 10, whichever is the latest, rechargeable portable batteries, LMT batteries and SLI batteries shall bear a label containing information on their capacity.
3. From 18 August 2026 or 18 months after the date of entry into force of the implementing act referred to in paragraph 10, whichever is the latest, non-rechargeable portable batteries shall bear a label containing information on their minimum average duration when used in specific applications and a label indicating ‘non-rechargeable’.
4. From 18 August 2025, all batteries shall be marked with the symbol for separate collection of batteries (‘separate collection symbol’) as shown in Part B of Annex VI.
The separate collection symbol shall cover at least 3 % of the area of the largest side of the battery up to a maximum size of 5 × 5 cm.
In the case of cylindrical battery cells, the separate collection symbol shall cover at least 1,5 % of the surface area of the battery and shall have a maximum size of 5 × 5 cm.
Where the size of the battery is such that the separate collection symbol would be smaller than 0,47 × 0,47 cm, the battery does not need to be marked with that symbol. Instead, a separate collection symbol measuring at least 1 × 1 cm shall be printed on the packaging.
5. All batteries containing more than 0,002 % cadmium or more than 0,004 % lead, shall be marked with the chemical symbol for the metal concerned: Cd or Pb.
The relevant chemical symbol indicating the heavy metal content shall be printed beneath the separate collection symbol and shall cover an area of at least one-quarter the size of that symbol.
6. From 18 February 2027, all batteries shall be marked with a QR code as described in Part C of Annex VI. The QR code shall provide access to the following:
(a) for LMT batteries, industrial batteries with a capacity greater than 2kWh and electric vehicles batteries, the battery passport in accordance with Article 77;
(b) for other batteries, the applicable information referred to in paragraphs 1 to 5 of this Article, the declaration of conformity referred to in Article 18, the report referred to in Article 52(3) and the information regarding the prevention and management of waste batteries laid down in Article 74(1), points (a) to (f);
(c) for SLI batteries, the amount of cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel recovered from waste and present in active materials in the battery, calculated in accordance with Article 8.
This information shall be complete, up-to-date and accurate.
7. The labels and the QR code referred to in paragraphs 1 to 6 shall be printed or engraved visibly, legibly and indelibly on the battery. Where this is not possible or not warranted on account of the nature and size of the battery, the labels and the QR code shall be affixed to the packaging and to the documents accompanying the battery.
8. The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend this Regulation to provide for alternative types of smart labels for use instead of or in addition to the QR code, in view of technical and scientific progress.
9. Batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing shall bear new labels or shall be marked with markings in accordance with this Article, and containing information on their change of status in accordance with point 4 of Annex XIII, which shall be accessible through the QR code.
10. The Commission shall, by 18 August 2025, adopt implementing acts to establish harmonised specifications for the labelling requirements referred to in paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 of this Article. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Article 14
Information on the state of health and expected lifetime of batteries
1. From 18 August 2024, up-to-date data for the parameters for determining the state of health and expected lifetime of batteries as set out in Annex VII shall be contained in the battery management system of stationary battery energy storage systems, LMT batteries and electric vehicle batteries.
2. Read-only access to the data for the parameters set out in Annex VII through the battery management system referred to in paragraph 1 shall be provided, respecting the intellectual property rights of the battery manufacturer, on a non-discriminatory basis to the natural or legal person who has legally purchased the battery, including independent operators or waste management operators, or any third party acting on their behalf at any time, for the purpose of:
(a) making the battery available to independent aggregators or market participants through energy storage;
(b) evaluating the residual value or remaining lifetime of the battery and capability for further use, based on the estimation of the state of health of the battery;
(c) facilitating the preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing of the battery.
3. The battery management system shall include a software reset function, in case economic operators carrying out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing need to upload different battery management system software. If the software reset function is used, the original battery manufacturer shall not be held liable for any breach of the safety or functionality of the battery that could be attributed to battery management system software uploaded after that battery was placed on the market.
4. The Commission is empowered to adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to amend the parameters for determining the state of health and expected lifetime of batteries set out in Annex VII in view of market developments and technical and scientific progress and to ensure synergies with parameters set in UN Global Technical Regulation No 22 on in-vehicle battery durability for electrified vehicles, with due regard to the intellectual property rights of the battery manufacturer.
5. The provisions of this Article shall apply in addition to those laid down in Union law on type approval of vehicles.
CHAPTER IV
Conformity of batteries
Article 15
Presumption of conformity of batteries
1. For the purposes of compliance and verification of compliance of batteries with the requirements laid down in Articles 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 78, tests, measurements and calculations shall be made using reliable, accurate and reproducible methods which take into account the generally recognised state-of-the-art methods, and the results of which are deemed to be of low uncertainty, including methods set out in standards for which references have been published for those purposes in the Official Journal of the European Union.
2. Harmonised standards shall aim to simulate real-life usage as far as possible while maintaining standard tests.
3. Batteries which are in conformity with harmonised standards, or parts thereof, for which references have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union shall be presumed to be in conformity with the requirements laid down in Articles 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 78 to the extent that those requirements are covered by such harmonised standards or parts thereof, and, if applicable, to the extent that the minimum values established for those requirements pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 are attained.
Article 16
Common specifications
1. In exceptional cases, the Commission may adopt implementing acts laying down common specifications for the requirements laid down in Articles 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 78 or tests referred to in Article 15(1), where:
(a) those requirements or tests are not covered by harmonised standards, or parts thereof, for which references have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union;
(b) the Commission has requested one or more European standardisation organisations to draft a harmonised standard for those requirements or tests; and
(c) at least one of the following conditions has been fulfilled:; (i) the request of the Commission has not been accepted by any of the European standardisation organisations,; (ii) the Commission observes undue delays in the adoption of the requested harmonised standards, or; (iii) a European standardisation organisation has delivered a standard that does not entirely correspond to the request of the Commission.
Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
When preparing the draft implementing act establishing the common specifications, the Commission shall take into account the views of relevant bodies or the expert group and shall duly consult all relevant stakeholders.
2. Batteries which are in conformity with common specifications or parts thereof shall be presumed to be in conformity with the requirements laid down in Articles 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 78 to the extent that those requirements are covered by such common specifications or parts thereof, and, if applicable, to the extent that the minimum values established for those requirements pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 are attained.
3. Where a harmonised standard is adopted by an European standardisation organisation and proposed to the Commission for the purpose of publishing its reference in the Official Journal of the European Union, the Commission shall assess the harmonised standard in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012. When the reference of a harmonised standard is published in the Official Journal of the European Union, the Commission shall repeal the implementing acts referred to in paragraph 1, or parts thereof which cover the same requirements or tests referred to in paragraph 1.
Article 17
Conformity assessment procedures
1. Conformity assessment of batteries with the requirements laid down in Articles 6, 9, 10, 12, 13 and 14 shall be carried out in accordance with one of the following procedures:
(a) for batteries manufactured in series:; (i) ‘Module A – Internal production control’, set out in Part A of Annex VIII, or; (ii) ‘Module D1 – Quality assurance of the production process’, set out in Part B of Annex VIII;
(b) for batteries not manufactured in series:; (i) ‘Module A – Internal production control’, set out in Part A of Annex VIII, or; (ii) ‘Module G – Conformity based on unit verification’, set out in Part C of Annex VIII.
2. Conformity assessment of batteries with requirements laid down in Articles 7 and 8 shall be carried out in accordance with one of the following procedures:
(a) ‘Module D1 – Quality assurance of the production process’ set out in Part B of Annex VIII for batteries manufactured in series; or
(b) ‘Module G – Conformity based on unit verification’ set out in Part C of Annex VIII for batteries not manufactured in series.
3. An additional conformity assessment of batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, shall be carried out in accordance with the procedure ‘Module A – Internal production control’, set out in Part A of Annex VIII, taking into account the requirements laid down in Articles 6, 9, 10, 12, 13 and 14.
4. Records and correspondence relating to the conformity assessment procedures of batteries shall be drawn up in the official language or languages of the Member State where the notified body carrying out the conformity assessment procedures is established, or in one or more languages accepted by that body.
Article 18
EU declaration of conformity
1. The EU declaration of conformity shall state that the compliance with the requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 has been demonstrated.
2. The EU declaration of conformity shall have the model structure set out in Annex IX, shall contain the elements specified in the relevant modules set out in Annex VIII, and shall be kept up to date. It shall be translated into the language or languages required by the Member State in which the battery is placed or made available on the market or put into service. It shall be drawn up in electronic format and, where requested, it shall be provided in paper format.
3. Where a battery is subject to more than one Union act requiring an EU declaration of conformity, a single EU declaration of conformity shall be drawn up in respect of all such Union acts. That declaration shall state the Union acts concerned and their publication references.
4. By drawing up the EU declaration of conformity, the manufacturer shall assume responsibility for the compliance of the battery with the requirements laid down in this Regulation.
5. Without prejudice to paragraph 3, a single EU declaration of conformity may be made up of one or more individual EU declarations of conformity already drawn up in compliance with a different Union act or acts, in order to reduce the administrative burden on economic operators.
Article 19
General principles of the CE marking
The CE marking shall be subject to the general principles set out in Article 30 of Regulation (EC) No 765/2008.
Article 20
Rules and conditions for affixing the CE marking
1. The CE marking shall be affixed visibly, legibly and indelibly to the battery. Where that is not possible or not warranted due to the nature of the battery, it shall be affixed to the packaging and to the documents accompanying the battery.
2. The CE marking shall be affixed before the battery is placed on the market or put into service.
3. The CE marking shall be followed by the identification number of the notified body where required under Annex VIII. That identification number shall be affixed by the notified body itself or, under its instructions, by the manufacturer or by its authorised representative.
4. The CE marking and the identification number referred to in paragraph 3 may be followed, if applicable, by any pictogram or other mark indicating a special risk, use or any danger linked to the use, storage, treatment or transport of the battery.
5. Member States shall build upon existing mechanisms to ensure correct application of the regime governing the CE marking and shall take appropriate action in the event of improper use of that marking.
CHAPTER V
Notification of conformity assessment bodies
Article 21
Notification
Member States shall notify the Commission and the other Member States of the conformity assessment bodies authorised to carry out conformity assessment tasks in accordance with this Regulation.
Article 22
Notifying authorities
1. Member States shall designate a notifying authority that shall be responsible for setting up and carrying out the necessary procedures for the assessment and notification of conformity assessment bodies and the monitoring of notified bodies, including compliance with Article 27.
2. Member States may decide that the assessment and monitoring referred to in paragraph 1 shall be carried out by a national accreditation body as defined in Regulation (EC) No 765/2008 and in accordance with the provisions of that Regulation.
3. Where the notifying authority delegates or otherwise entrusts the assessment, notification or monitoring referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article to a body, which is not a governmental entity, that body shall be a legal entity, comply mutatis mutandis with the requirements laid down in Article 23 and have arrangements to cover liabilities arising from its activities.
4. The notifying authority shall take full responsibility for the tasks performed by the body referred to in paragraph 3.
Article 23
Requirements relating to notifying authorities
1. A notifying authority shall be established in such a way that no conflict of interest with conformity assessment bodies occurs.
2. A notifying authority shall be organised and operated in such a way that the objectivity and impartiality of its activities are safeguarded.
3. A notifying authority shall be organised in such a way that each decision relating to notification of a conformity assessment body is taken by competent persons different from those who carried out the assessment of the conformity assessment bodies applying for notification in accordance with Article 28.
4. A notifying authority shall not offer or provide any activities that conformity assessment bodies perform and shall not provide consultancy services on a commercial or competitive basis.
5. A notifying authority shall safeguard the confidentiality of the information it obtains. However, it shall exchange information on notified bodies with the Commission as well as with notifying authorities of other Member States and other relevant national authorities.
6. A notifying authority shall have a sufficient number of competent personnel and sufficient funding at its disposal for the proper performance of its tasks.
Article 24
Information obligation on notifying authorities
Member States shall inform the Commission of their procedures for the assessment and notification of conformity assessment bodies and for the monitoring of notified bodies, and of any changes thereto.
The Commission shall make that information publicly available.
Article 25
Requirements relating to notified bodies
1. For the purposes of notification, a conformity assessment body shall meet the requirements laid down in paragraphs 2 to 11.
2. A conformity assessment body shall be established under the national law of a Member State and shall have legal personality.
3. A conformity assessment body shall be a third-party body independent from business and as regards the batteries it assesses, in particular from battery manufacturers, the battery manufacturers’ trade partners, shareholding investors on the battery manufacturers’ plants and from other notified bodies and the notified bodies’ business associations, parent companies or subsidiaries.
4. A conformity assessment body, its top level management and the personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessment tasks shall not be the designer, manufacturer, supplier, importer, distributor, installer, purchaser, owner, user or maintainer of the batteries which they assess, nor the representative of any of those parties. That prohibition shall not preclude the use of assessed batteries that are necessary for the operations of the conformity assessment body or the use of such batteries for personal purposes.
A conformity assessment body, its top level management and the personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessment tasks shall not be directly involved in the design, manufacture, marketing, importation, distribution, installation, use or maintenance of those batteries, or represent the parties engaged in those activities. They shall not engage in any activity that could conflict with their independence of judgement or their integrity in relation to conformity assessment activities for which they are notified. This shall in particular apply to consultancy services.
A conformity assessment body shall ensure that the activities of its parent or sister companies, subsidiaries or subcontractors do not affect the confidentiality, objectivity or impartiality of its conformity assessment activities.
5. A conformity assessment body and its personnel shall carry out the conformity assessment activities with the highest degree of professional integrity and the requisite technical competence in the specific field and shall be free from all pressures and inducements, particularly financial, which might influence their judgement or the results of their conformity assessment activities, especially as regards persons or groups of persons with an interest in the results of those activities.
6. A conformity assessment body shall be capable of carrying out all the conformity assessment tasks assigned to it in Annex VIII, periodical audits in accordance with Article 48(2) and third-party verification in accordance with Article 51 in relation to which it has been notified, whether those tasks are carried out by the conformity assessment body itself or on its behalf and under its responsibility.
At all times, and for each conformity assessment procedure set out in Annex VIII, for periodical audits in accordance with Article 48(2) and third-party verification in accordance with Article 51, and for each category of batteries in relation to which it has been notified, a conformity assessment body shall have at its disposal:
(a) the necessary personnel with technical knowledge and sufficient and appropriate experience to perform the conformity assessment tasks;
(b) the necessary descriptions of procedures in accordance with which conformity assessment is carried out, ensuring the transparency of those procedures and their ability to be reproduced;
(c) appropriate policies and procedures to distinguish between activities that it carries out as a notified body and other tasks;
(d) the necessary procedures for the performance of conformity assessment tasks which take due account of the size of an undertaking, the sector in which it operates, its structure, the degree of complexity of the battery technology in question and the mass or serial nature of the production process.
A conformity assessment body shall have the means necessary to perform the technical and administrative tasks related to its conformity assessment activities in an appropriate manner and shall have access to all necessary information, testing equipment or facilities. This shall include establishment and the supervision of internal procedures, general policies, codes of conduct or other internal rules, the assignment of personnel to specific tasks, and conformity assessment decisions, without delegating them to a subcontractor or a subsidiary.
7. The personnel responsible for carrying out conformity assessment tasks shall have the following:
(a) sound technical and vocational training covering all the conformity assessment activities in relation to which the conformity assessment body has been notified;
(b) satisfactory knowledge of the requirements of the assessments they carry out and adequate authority to carry out those assessments;
(c) appropriate knowledge and understanding of the requirements and obligations laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 and in Articles 48 to 52, of the applicable harmonised standards referred to in Article 15 and common specifications referred to in Article 16 and of the relevant provisions of Union harmonisation legislation and of national law;
(d) the ability to draw up certificates, records and reports demonstrating that conformity assessments have been carried out.
8. The impartiality of a conformity assessment body, its top level management and the personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessment tasks shall be guaranteed.
The remuneration of the top-level management and the personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessments tasks shall not depend on the number of conformity assessments carried out or on the results of those assessments.
9. A conformity assessment body shall take out liability insurance unless liability is assumed by the state in accordance with national law in the notifying Member State, or the Member State itself is directly responsible for the conformity assessment.
10. The personnel of a conformity assessment body shall observe professional secrecy with regard to all information obtained in carrying out the conformity assessment tasks in accordance with Annex VIII, periodical audits in accordance with Article 48(2), or third-party verification in accordance with Article 51, except in relation to the notifying authority and national authorities of the Member State in which its activities are carried out. Proprietary rights shall be protected.
11. A conformity assessment body shall participate in, or ensure that its personnel responsible for carrying out the conformity assessment tasks is informed of, the relevant standardisation activities and the activities of the sectoral coordination group of notified bodies established pursuant to Article 37 and shall apply as general guidance the administrative decisions and documents produced by that group.
Article 26
Presumption of conformity of notified bodies
Where a conformity assessment body demonstrates its conformity with the criteria laid down in the relevant harmonised standards, or parts thereof, for which references have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union, it shall be presumed to comply with the requirements laid down in Article 25 in so far as the applicable harmonised standards cover those requirements.
Article 27
Subsidiaries of and subcontracting by notified bodies
1. Where a notified body subcontracts specific tasks related to conformity assessment or has recourse to a subsidiary, it shall ensure that the subcontractor or the subsidiary meets the requirements laid down in Article 25 and shall inform the notifying authority accordingly.
2. A notified body shall take full responsibility for the tasks performed by subcontractors or subsidiaries wherever those are established.
3. A notified body may subcontract activities or have activities carried out by a subsidiary only with the agreement of the client.
4. A notified body shall keep at the disposal of the notifying authority the relevant documents concerning the assessment of the qualifications of the subcontractor or the subsidiary and concerning the work carried out by them under Article 48(2) and Article 51 and under Annex VIII.
Article 28
Application for notification
1. A conformity assessment body shall submit an application for notification to the notifying authority of the Member State in which it is established.
2. The application for notification shall be accompanied by a description of the conformity assessment activities, of the conformity assessment module or modules set out in Annex VIII or the procedures set out in Article 48(2) and Article 51, and of the batteries for which the conformity assessment body claims to be competent, as well as by an accreditation certificate, where applicable, issued by a national accreditation body attesting that the conformity assessment body meets the requirements laid down in Article 25.
3. Where the conformity assessment body concerned cannot provide an accreditation certificate as referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article, it shall provide the notifying authority with all the documentary evidence necessary for the verification, recognition and regular monitoring of its compliance with the requirements laid down in Article 25, including appropriate documentation demonstrating that the conformity assessment body is independent within the meaning of Article 25(3).
Article 29
Notification procedure
1. A notifying authority shall only notify conformity assessment bodies which meet the requirements laid down in Article 25.
2. The notifying authority shall send a notification to the Commission and the notifying authorities of the other Member States of each conformity assessment body referred to in paragraph 1 using the electronic notification tool developed and managed by the Commission.
3. The notification shall include full details of the conformity assessment activities, the conformity assessment module or modules or the procedures set out in Article 48(2) and Article 51, the categories of batteries concerned and the relevant attestation of competence.
4. Where a notification is not based on an accreditation certificate as referred to in Article 28(2), the notifying authority shall provide the Commission and the other Member States with documentary evidence which attests to the conformity assessment body’s competence and the arrangements in place to ensure that that body will be monitored regularly and will continue to meet the requirements laid down in Article 25.
5. The conformity assessment body concerned shall perform the activities of a notified body only where no objections are raised by the Commission or the other Member States within two weeks of the notification, where it includes an accreditation certificate referred to in Article 28(2), or within two months of the notification, where it includes documentary evidence referred to in paragraph 4 of this Article. Only such a conformity assessment body shall be considered to be a notified body for the purposes of this Regulation.
6. The notifying authority shall inform the Commission and the other Member States of any subsequent changes to the notification referred to in paragraph 2.
Article 30
Identification numbers and lists of notified bodies
1. The Commission shall assign an identification number to each notified body. It shall assign a single number even where the body is notified under several Union acts.
2. The Commission shall make publicly available and keep updated a list of bodies notified under this Regulation, including the identification numbers that have been assigned to them and the conformity assessment activities for which they have been notified.
Article 31
Changes to notifications
1. Where a notifying authority has ascertained or has been informed that a notified body no longer meets the requirements laid down in Article 25 or that it is failing to fulfil its obligations, the notifying authority shall restrict, suspend or withdraw the notification, as appropriate, depending on the seriousness of the failure to meet those requirements or fulfil those obligations. It shall immediately inform the Commission and the other Member States accordingly.
2. In the event of restriction, suspension or withdrawal of notification pursuant to paragraph 1, or where a notified body has ceased its activity, the notifying authority shall take appropriate steps to ensure that the files of that body are either processed by another notified body or kept available for the responsible notifying and market surveillance authorities at their request.
Article 32
Challenge to the competence of notified bodies
1. The Commission shall investigate all cases where it has a doubt, or a doubt is brought to its attention, in particular by economic operators and other relevant stakeholders, regarding the competence of a notified body or the continued fulfilment by a notified body of the requirements and responsibilities to which it is subject.
2. The notifying authority shall provide the Commission, on request, with all information relating to the basis for the notification or the maintenance of the competence of the notified body concerned.
3. The Commission shall ensure that all sensitive information obtained in the course of its investigations is treated confidentially.
4. Where the Commission ascertains that a notified body does not meet or no longer meets the requirements for its notification, it shall adopt an implementing act requiring the notifying Member State to take the necessary corrective action, including withdrawal of the notification if necessary. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the advisory procedure referred to in Article 74(2).
Article 33
Operational obligations of notified bodies
1. A notified body shall carry out conformity assessments in accordance with the conformity assessment procedures set out in Article 48(2), Article 51 or Annex VIII, as determined by the scope of the notification made in accordance with Article 29.
2. A notified body shall carry out conformity assessments in a proportionate manner, avoiding the creation of an unnecessary burden for economic operators, and taking due account of the size of an undertaking, the sector in which the undertaking operates, the structure of the undertaking, the degree of complexity of the battery to be assessed and the mass or serial nature of the production process. The notified body shall nevertheless respect the degree of rigour and the level of protection required for the compliance of the battery and of economic operators with this Regulation.
3. Where a notified body finds that the applicable requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13, 14, 49 and 50, in corresponding harmonised standards referred to in Article 15, common specifications referred to in Article 16 or other technical specifications have not been met, it shall require the manufacturer or other relevant economic operator to take appropriate corrective action in anticipation of a second and final conformity assessment, unless the deficiencies cannot be remedied. Where the deficiencies cannot be remedied, the notified body shall not issue the certificate of conformity or approval decision.
4. Where, in the course of the monitoring of conformity following the issue of an approval decision, a notified body finds that there is no longer compliance, it shall require the manufacturer or the economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) as applicable, to take appropriate corrective action and shall suspend or withdraw the approval decision, if necessary.
5. Where corrective action as referred to in paragraph 4 is not taken or does not have the required effect, the notified body shall restrict, suspend or withdraw the approval decision, as appropriate.
Article 34
Appeal against decisions of notified bodies
Member States shall ensure that an appeal procedure against the decisions of notified bodies is available.
Article 35
Information obligation on notified bodies
1. A notified body shall inform the notifying authority of the following:
(a) any refusal, restriction, suspension or withdrawal of a certificate of conformity or approval decision;
(b) any circumstances affecting the scope of, or the conditions for, its notification;
(c) any request for information which it has received from market surveillance authorities regarding its conformity assessment activities;
(d) on request, any conformity assessment activities performed within the scope of its notification and any other activity performed, including cross-border activities and subcontracting.
2. A notified body shall provide other notified bodies carrying out similar conformity assessment activities covering the same categories of batteries with relevant information on issues relating to:
(a) negative and, on request, positive conformity assessments; and
(b) any restriction, suspension or withdrawal of an approval decision.
Article 36
Exchange of experience and good practice
The Commission shall provide for the organisation of exchange of experience and good practice between the Member States’ authorities responsible for notification policy.
Article 37
Coordination of notified bodies
The Commission shall ensure that appropriate coordination and cooperation between notified bodies are put in place and properly operated in the form of a sectoral coordination group of notified bodies.
Notified bodies shall participate in the work of the sectoral coordination group, directly or by means of designated representatives.
CHAPTER VI
Obligations of economic operators other than the obligations in Chapters VII and VIII
Article 38
Obligations of manufacturers
1. When placing a battery on the market or putting it into service, including for the manufacturers’ own purposes, manufacturers shall ensure that the battery:
(a) has been designed and manufactured in accordance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12 and 14, and is accompanied by clear, understandable and readable instructions and safety information in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be placed on the market or put into service; and
(b) is marked and labelled in accordance with Article 13.
2. Before placing a battery on the market or putting it into service, manufacturers shall draw up the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII and carry out the relevant conformity assessment procedure, referred to in Article 17, or have it carried out.
3. Where compliance of a battery with the applicable requirements has been demonstrated by the relevant conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 17, manufacturers shall draw up an EU declaration of conformity in accordance with Article 18 and affix the CE marking in accordance with Articles 19 and 20.
4. Manufacturers shall keep the technical documentation referred to in Annex IX and the EU declaration of conformity at the disposal of national authorities for 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market or put into service.
5. Manufacturers shall ensure that procedures are in place for a battery that is part of a series production to remain in conformity with this Regulation. In doing so, manufacturers shall adequately take into account changes in the production process or in battery design or characteristics and changes in the harmonised standards referred to in Article 15, common specifications referred to in Article 16 or other technical specifications by reference to which the conformity of the battery is declared or by application of which its conformity is verified.
6. Manufacturers shall ensure that batteries which they place on the market bear a model identification and batch or serial number, or product number or another element allowing their identification. Where the size or nature of the battery does not allow it, the required information shall be provided on the packaging or in a document accompanying the battery.
7. Manufacturers shall indicate on the battery their name, registered trade name or registered trade mark, their postal address, indicating a single contact point, and, if available, web and email address. Where that is not possible, the required information shall be provided on the packaging or in a document accompanying the battery. The contact details shall be indicated in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users and market surveillance authorities, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be placed on the market or put into service, and shall be clear, understandable and legible.
8. Manufacturers shall provide access to the data for the parameters set out in Annex VII in the battery management system referred to in Article 14(1), in accordance with the requirements laid down in that Article.
9. Manufacturers who consider or have reason to believe that a battery which they have placed on the market or put into service is not in conformity with one or more of the applicable requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 shall immediately take the corrective action necessary to bring that battery into conformity, to withdraw it or recall it, as appropriate. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, manufacturers shall immediately inform the market surveillance authority of the Member State in which they made the battery available on the market, giving details, in particular, of the non-compliance and of any corrective action taken.
10. Manufacturers shall, further to a reasoned request from a national authority, provide it with all the information and documentation necessary to demonstrate the conformity of the battery with the requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, in a language or languages which can be easily understood by that national authority. That information and documentation shall be provided in electronic format and, on request, in paper format. Manufacturers shall cooperate with the national authority, at its request, on any action taken to eliminate the risks posed by a battery which they have placed on the market or put into service.
11. Economic operators that carry out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, and place on the market or put into service a battery that has undergone any of those operations, shall be considered to be manufacturers for the purposes of this Regulation.
Article 39
Obligations of suppliers of battery cells and battery modules
Suppliers of battery cells and battery modules shall provide the information and documentation necessary to comply with the requirements of this Regulation when supplying battery cells or modules to a manufacturer. That information and documentation shall be provided free of charge.
Article 40
Obligations of authorised representatives
1. A manufacturer may, by a written mandate, designate an authorised representative.
The authorised representative’s mandate shall be valid only when accepted in writing by the authorised representative.
2. The obligations laid down in Article 38(1) and Articles 48 to 52 and the obligation to draw up technical documentation shall not form part of the authorised representative’s mandate.
3. An authorised representative shall perform the tasks specified in the mandate received from the manufacturer. The authorised representative shall have the appropriate means to perform the tasks specified in the mandate. The authorised representative shall provide a copy of the mandate to the market surveillance authority, upon request, in a Union language determined by that authority. The mandate shall include at least the following tasks:
(a) keep the EU declaration of conformity, the technical documentation, the verification report and approval decision referred to in Article 51(2) and the audit reports referred to in Article 48(2) at the disposal of national authorities for 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market or put into service;
(b) further to a reasoned request from a national authority, provide it with all the information and documentation necessary to demonstrate the conformity of the battery. That information and the documentation shall be provided in electronic format and, on request, in paper format;
(c) cooperate with the national authorities, at their request, on any action taken to eliminate the risks posed by batteries covered by the authorised representative’s mandate.
4. Where the battery presents a risk, authorised representatives shall immediately inform the market surveillance authorities thereof.
Article 41
Obligations of importers
1. Importers shall only place on the market a battery which is compliant with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.
2. Before placing a battery on the market, importers shall verify that:
(a) the EU declaration of conformity and technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII have been drawn up and that the relevant conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 17 has been carried out by the manufacturer;
(b) the battery bears the CE marking referred to in Article 19, and is marked and labelled in accordance with Article 13;
(c) the battery is accompanied by the documents required pursuant to Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 and by instructions and safety information in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be made available on the market; and
(d) the manufacturer has complied with the requirements laid down in Article 38(6) and (7).
Where an importer considers or has reason to believe that a battery is not in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, the importer shall not place that battery on the market until it has been brought into conformity. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, the importer shall inform the manufacturer and the market surveillance authorities giving details of the non-compliance and of any corrective action taken.
3. Importers shall indicate on the battery their name, registered trade name or registered trade mark, their postal address, indicating a single contact point, and, if available, web and email address. Where that is not possible, the required information shall be provided on the packaging or in a document accompanying the battery. The contact details shall be in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be made available on the market, and shall be clear, understandable and legible.
4. Importers shall ensure that, while a battery is under their responsibility, storage or transport conditions do not jeopardise its compliance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.
5. When deemed appropriate with regard to the risks presented by a battery, importers shall, to protect the human health and safety of consumers, carry out sample testing of marketed batteries, investigate, and, if necessary, keep a register of complaints, of non-conforming batteries and battery recalls, and shall keep distributors informed of such monitoring.
6. Importers who consider or have reason to believe that a battery which they have placed on the market is not in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, shall immediately take the corrective action necessary to bring that battery into conformity, to withdraw it or recall it, as appropriate. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, importers shall immediately inform the market surveillance authority of the Member State in which they made the battery available on the market, giving details, in particular, of the non-compliance and of any corrective action taken.
7. Importers shall, for 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market, keep a copy of the EU declaration of conformity at the disposal of the national authorities and ensure that the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII is made available to those authorities, upon request.
8. Importers shall, further to a reasoned request from a national authority, provide that authority with all the information and documentation necessary to demonstrate the conformity of a battery with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, in a language or languages which can be easily understood by that authority. That information and the documentation shall be provided in electronic format and, on request, in paper format. Importers shall cooperate with the national authority, at its request, on any action taken to eliminate the risks posed by batteries, which they have placed on the market.
Article 42
Obligations of distributors
1. When making a battery available on the market, distributors shall act with due care in relation to the requirements of this Regulation.
2. Before making a battery available on the market, distributors shall verify that:
(a) the producer is registered in the register of producers referred to in Article 55;
(b) the battery bears the CE marking referred to in Article 19 and is marked and labelled in accordance with Article 13;
(c) the battery is accompanied by the documents required pursuant to Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 and by instructions and safety information in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be made available on the market or put into service; and
(d) the manufacturer and the importer have complied with the requirements laid down in Article 38(6) and (7) and Article 41(3) respectively.
3. Where a distributor considers or has reason to believe that a battery is not in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 or Article 12, 13 or 14, the distributor shall not make the battery available on the market until it has been brought into conformity. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, the distributor shall inform the manufacturer or the importer as well as the market surveillance authorities.
4. Distributors shall ensure that, while a battery is under their responsibility, storage or transport conditions do not jeopardise its compliance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.
5. Distributors who consider or have reason to believe that a battery which they have made available on the market is not in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 or Article 12, 13 or 14 shall make sure that the corrective action necessary to bring that battery into conformity, to withdraw it or recall it, as appropriate, is taken. Furthermore, where the battery presents a risk, distributors shall immediately inform the market surveillance authorities of the Member States in which they made the battery available on the market, giving details, in particular, of the non-compliance and of any corrective action taken.
6. Distributors shall, further to a reasoned request from a national authority, provide it with all the information and the documentation necessary to demonstrate the conformity of a battery with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 in a language or languages which can be easily understood by that national authority. That information and the documentation shall be provided in electronic format and, on request, in paper format. Distributors shall cooperate with the national authority, at its request, on any action taken to eliminate the risks posed by batteries that they have made available on the market.
Article 43
Obligations of fulfilment service providers
Fulfilment service providers shall ensure that, for batteries that they handle, the conditions during warehousing, packaging, addressing or dispatching, do not jeopardise the batteries’ compliance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.
Without prejudice to the obligations of the relevant economic operators laid down in this Chapter, fulfilment service providers shall, in addition to the requirement referred to in the first paragraph, perform the tasks laid down in Article 40(3), point (c), and Article 40(4).
Article 44
Case in which obligations of manufacturers apply to importers and distributors
An importer or distributor shall be considered a manufacturer for the purposes of this Regulation and shall be subject to the obligations of a manufacturer under Article 38, where any of the following applies:
(a) a battery is placed on the market or put into service under that importer’s or distributor’s own name or trademark;
(b) a battery already placed on the market or put into service is modified by that importer or distributor in such a way that compliance with the relevant requirements of this Regulation could be affected; or
(c) the purpose of a battery already placed on the market or put into service is modified by that importer or distributor.
Article 45
Obligations of economic operators placing on the market or putting into service batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing
1. Economic operators placing on the market or putting into service batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing shall ensure that the examination, performance testing, packing and shipment of those batteries, and of such batteries’ components subject to any of those operations, is carried out following adequate quality control and safety instructions.
2. Economic operators placing on the market or putting into service batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing shall ensure that the battery complies with the requirements of this Regulation, any relevant product, environmental, human health protection and transport safety requirements in other Union law, taking into account the fact that, as a result of those operations, the battery might fall under a different battery category. For remanufacturing operations, such economic operators shall provide, upon request, market surveillance authorities with the documentation necessary to demonstrate that the battery has been subject to remanufacturing in accordance with this Regulation.
Article 46
Identification of economic operators
1. Economic operators shall, upon a request of a national authority, provide the following information to the market surveillance authorities:
(a) the identity of any economic operator that has supplied them with a battery;
(b) the identity of any economic operator to which they have supplied a battery, as well as the quantity and exact models.
2. Economic operators shall ensure that they are able to provide the information referred to in paragraph 1 for 10 years after they have been supplied with the battery and for 10 years after they have supplied the battery.
CHAPTER VII
Obligations of economic operators as regards battery due diligence policies
Article 47
Scope of this Chapter
This Chapter does not apply to economic operators that had a net turnover of less than EUR 40 million in the financial year preceding the last financial year, and that are not part of a group, consisting of parent and subsidiary undertakings, which, on a consolidated basis, exceeds the limit of EUR 40 million.
This Chapter does not apply to economic operators in relation to the placing on the market or putting into service of batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, if such batteries had already been placed on the market or put into service before undergoing such operations.
This Chapter applies without prejudice to the provisions laid down in Union law on due diligence obligations in relation to minerals and metals originating from conflict-affected and high-risk areas.
Article 48
Battery due diligence policies
1. From 18 August 2025, economic operators that place batteries on the market or put them into service shall fulfil the due diligence obligations laid down in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this Article, and in Articles 49, 50 and 52 and shall, to that end, set up and implement battery due diligence policies.
2. Economic operators referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article shall have their battery due diligence policies verified by a notified body in accordance with Article 51 (‘third-party verification’) and periodically audited by that notified body to make sure that the battery due diligence policies are maintained and applied in accordance with Articles 49, 50 and 52. The notified body shall provide the audited economic operator with an audit report.
3. Economic operators referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article shall keep documentation demonstrating their fulfilment of the obligations laid down in Articles 49, 50 and 52, including the verification report and approval decision referred to in Article 51 and the audit reports referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article, for 10 years after the last battery manufactured under the relevant battery due diligence policy has been placed on the market.
4. Without prejudice to the individual responsibility of economic operators for their battery due diligence policies, economic operators referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article may, for the purposes of compliance with the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52, collaborate with other actors, including through due diligence schemes recognised under this Regulation.
5. By 18 February 2025, the Commission shall publish guidelines as regards the application of the due diligence requirements laid down in Articles 49 and 50, with regard to the risks referred to in point 2 of Annex X, and in line, in particular, with the international instruments referred to in points 3 and 4 of Annex X.
6. Member States may, in order to provide information and support to economic operators in fulfilling the due diligence obligations under this Regulation, set up and operate, individually or jointly, dedicated websites, platforms or portals.
7. The Commission may complement the Member State support measures referred to in paragraph 6, by building on existing Union action to support due diligence in the Union and in third countries, and may devise new measures to help economic operators fulfil their obligations under this Regulation.
8. The Commission shall regularly assess the need to update the list of raw materials and risk categories set out in Annex X.
The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to:
(a) amend the list of raw materials in point 1 of Annex X and of risk categories in point 2 of Annex X, in view of scientific and technological progress in battery manufacturing and chemistries and amendments to Regulation (EU) 2017/821;
(b) amend the list of international instruments in point 3 of Annex X, in accordance with developments within the relevant international fora concerning standards related to due diligence policies and to protection of the environment and of social rights;
(c) amend the obligations on the economic operators referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article which are laid down in Articles 49 and 50 in view of amendments to Regulation (EU) 2017/821, and amend the list of internationally recognised due diligence instruments set out in point 4 of Annex X.
Article 49
Economic operator’s management system
1. Each economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall:
(a) adopt, and clearly communicate to suppliers and the public, a company battery due diligence policy, concerning raw materials listed in point 1 of Annex X, and associated social and environmental risk categories listed in point 2 of Annex X;
(b) incorporate in its battery due diligence policy standards that are consistent with the standards set out in the internationally recognised due diligence instruments listed in point 4 of Annex X;
(c) structure its internal management system to support its battery due diligence policy by assigning responsibility to its top management level to oversee its battery due diligence policy as well as maintain records of that system for a minimum of 10 years;
(d) establish and operate a system of controls and transparency regarding the supply chain, including a chain of custody or traceability system, identifying upstream actors in the supply chain;
(e) incorporate its battery due diligence policy, including risk management measures, into contracts and agreements with suppliers; and
(f) establish a grievance mechanism, including an early-warning risk-awareness system and a remediation mechanism, or provide for such mechanisms through collaborative agreements with other economic operators or organisations or by facilitating recourse to an external expert or body, such as an ombudsman; such mechanisms shall be based on the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
2. The system referred to in paragraph 1, point (d), shall be supported by documentation that provides at least the following information:
(a) a description of the raw material, including its trade name and type;
(b) the name and address of the supplier that supplied the raw material present in the batteries to the economic operator that places the batteries containing the raw material in question on the market;
(c) the country of origin of the raw material and the market transactions from the raw material’s extraction to the immediate supplier to the economic operator that places the battery on the market;
(d) the quantities of the raw material present in the battery placed on the market, expressed in percentage or weight;
(e) third-party verification reports issued by a notified body and concerning the suppliers as referred to in Article 50(3);
(f) if the reports referred to in point (e) are not available and where the raw material originates from a conflict-affected and high-risk area, additional information in accordance with the specific recommendations for upstream economic operators, as set out in the OECD Due diligence guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas, where relevant, such as the mine of origin, locations where the raw material is consolidated, traded and processed, and taxes, fees and royalties are paid.
Third party verification reports referred to in point (e) of the first subparagraph shall be made available by suppliers as referred to in Article 50(3) to the downstream operators of the supply chain.
Article 50
Risk management obligations
1. The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall:
(a) identify and assess the risk of adverse impacts in its supply chain, associated with the risk categories listed in point 2 of Annex X as part of its management plan, including on the basis of the information provided pursuant to Article 49 and any other relevant information that is either publicly available or provided by stakeholders, by reference to its battery due diligence policy;
(b) design and implement a strategy to respond to the identified risks to prevent, mitigate and otherwise address adverse impacts by:; (i) reporting findings of its risk assessment to its top management level assigned in accordance with Article 49(1), point (c);; (ii) adopting risk management measures that are consistent with the internationally recognised due diligence instruments listed in point 4 of Annex X, considering its ability to influence, and where necessary take steps to exert pressure on, suppliers, including their subsidiaries and subcontractors, who can most effectively prevent or mitigate the identified risk;; (iii) designing and implementing a risk management plan, monitoring and tracking performance of risk mitigation efforts, reporting back to its top management level assigned in accordance with Article 49(1), point (c), and considering suspending or discontinuing engagement with a supplier or its subsidiary or subcontractor after failed attempts at mitigation, based on relevant contracts and agreements referred to in Article 49(1), point (e);; (iv) undertaking additional fact and risk assessments for risks requiring mitigation, or after a change of circumstances.
2. If the economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) pursues risk mitigation efforts while continuing trade or temporarily suspending trade, it shall consult with suppliers and with the stakeholders concerned, including local and national government authorities, international or civil society organisations and affected third parties such as local communities, before establishing a strategy for measurable risk mitigation in the risk management plan referred to in paragraph 1, point (b)(iii), of this Article.
3. The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall identify and assess the probability of adverse impacts in the risk categories listed in point 2 of Annex X, in its supply chain. That economic operator shall identify and assess the risks in its supply chain as part of its own risk management systems. The economic operator shall carry out third party verifications of its own due diligence chains via a notified body in accordance with Article 51. The economic operator may use third-party verification reports issued pursuant to Article 51(2) by such a notified body concerning battery due diligence policies implemented by suppliers in that chain in accordance with this Chapter. The economic operator may also use those third-party verification reports to assess, as appropriate, the due diligence practices of those suppliers.
4. The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall report the findings of the risk assessment referred to in paragraph 3 of this Article to its top management level to which responsibility has been assigned in accordance with Article 49(1), point (c), and shall implement the strategy referred to in paragraph 1, point (b), of this Article.
Article 51
Third-party verification of battery due diligence policies
1. The notified body shall carry out third-party verifications. Such third-party verifications shall:
(a) cover all activities, processes and systems used by economic operators to fulfil their due diligence obligations in accordance with Articles 49, 50 and 52;
(b) have as their objective the determination of conformity of the due diligence practices of economic operators placing batteries on the market in accordance with Articles 49, 50 and 52;
(c) where relevant, include checks on undertakings and gather information from stakeholders;
(d) identify, for the economic operators that place batteries on the market, areas of potential improvement in relation to their due diligence practices;
(e) respect the audit principles of independence, competence and accountability, as set out in the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas.
2. The notified body shall issue a verification report that records the activities undertaken in accordance with paragraph 1 of this Article and their outcomes. Where the battery due diligence policies referred to in Article 48 fulfil the obligations laid down in Articles 49, 50 and 52, the notified body shall issue an approval decision.
Article 52
Disclosure of information on battery due diligence policies
1. The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall make available upon request to Member States’ market surveillance authorities or national authorities the verification report and approval decision issued in accordance with Article 51, the audit reports referred to in Article 48(2) and available evidence of compliance with a due diligence scheme recognised by the Commission in accordance with Article 53.
2. The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall make available to its immediate downstream purchasers all relevant information gained and maintained pursuant to its battery due diligence policy, with due regard for business confidentiality and other competitive concerns.
3. The economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) shall on an annual basis review and make publicly available, including on the internet, a report on its battery due diligence policy. That report shall contain, in a manner that is easily comprehensible for end-users and clearly identifies the batteries concerned, the data and information on steps taken by that economic operator to comply with the requirements laid down in Articles 49 and 50, including findings of significant adverse impacts in the risk categories listed in point 2 of Annex X, and how they have been addressed, as well as a summary report of the third-party verifications carried out in accordance with Article 51, including the name of the notified body, with due regard for business confidentiality and other competitive concerns. That report shall also cover, where relevant, access to information, public participation in decision-making and access to justice in environmental matters in relation to the sourcing, processing and trading of the raw materials present in batteries.
4. Where the economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) can demonstrate that the raw materials listed in point 1 of Annex X, that are present in the battery are derived from recycled sources, it shall publicly disclose its conclusions in reasonable detail, with due regard for business confidentiality and other competitive concerns.
Article 53
Recognition of due diligence schemes
1. Governments, industry associations and groupings of interested organisations that have developed and oversee due diligence schemes (‘scheme owners’) may apply to have their due diligence schemes recognised by the Commission. The Commission is empowered to adopt implementing acts establishing the information requirements that the application for recognition is to contain. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
2. Where, on the basis of the evidence and information provided pursuant to the paragraph 1 of this Article, the Commission determines that the due diligence scheme referred to in that paragraph, enables economic operators to meet the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52, it shall adopt an implementing act granting that scheme a recognition of equivalence with the requirements laid down in this Regulation. The OECD Centre for Responsible Business Conduct shall be consulted prior to the adoption of that implementing act. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
When making a determination on the recognition of a due diligence scheme, the Commission shall take into account the diverse industry practices covered by that scheme and shall have regard to the risk-based approach and method used by that scheme to identify risks.
3. The Commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 setting out the criteria and the methodology according to which the Commission is to determine, in accordance with paragraph 2 of this Article, whether due diligence schemes enable economic operators to meet the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52. The Commission shall also, as appropriate, periodically verify that recognised due diligence schemes continue to fulfil the criteria that led to a decision to grant recognition of equivalence pursuant to paragraph 2 of this Article.
4. The owner of a due diligence scheme for which the recognition of equivalence was granted in accordance with paragraph 2 shall inform the Commission without delay of any changes or updates made to that scheme. The Commission shall assess whether such changes or updates affect the recognition of equivalence of that scheme and take appropriate action.
5. If there is evidence of repeated or significant cases where economic operators implementing a scheme recognised in accordance with paragraph 2 of this Article have failed to meet the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52, the Commission shall examine, in consultation with the owner of the recognised due diligence scheme, whether those cases indicate deficiencies in the scheme.
6. Where the Commission identifies a failure to comply with the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52 or deficiencies in a recognised due diligence scheme, it may grant the scheme owner an appropriate period to take remedial action.
7. Where the scheme owner fails or refuses to take the necessary remedial action, and where the Commission has determined that the failure or deficiencies referred to in paragraph 6 of this Article compromise the ability of the economic operator referred to in Article 48(1) implementing the scheme to comply with the requirements laid down in Articles 48, 49, 50 and 52 or where repeated or significant cases of non-compliance by economic operators implementing a scheme are due to deficiencies in the scheme, the Commission shall adopt an implementing act withdrawing the recognition of equivalence of the scheme. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
8. The Commission shall establish and keep up-to-date a register of recognised due diligence schemes. That register shall be made publicly available on the internet.
CHAPTER VIII
Management of waste batteries
Article 54
Competent authority
1. Member States shall designate one or more competent authorities responsible for the obligations under this Chapter, in particular for monitoring and verifying fulfilment by producers and producer responsibility organisations of their obligations under this Chapter.
2. Each Member State may also designate one contact point, among the competent authorities referred to in paragraph 1, for the purpose of communicating with the Commission pursuant to paragraph 4.
3. Member States shall lay down the details of the competent authority’s or authorities’ organisation and operation, including the administrative and procedural rules for:
(a) the registration of producers in accordance with Article 55;
(b) the authorisation of producers and producer responsibility organisations in accordance with Article 58;
(c) the oversight of implementation of extended producer responsibility obligations in accordance with Article 57;
(d) the collection of data on batteries and waste batteries in accordance with Article 75;
(e) making information available in accordance with Article 76.
4. By 18 November 2025, Member States shall notify the Commission of the names and addresses of the competent authorities designated pursuant to paragraph 1. Member States shall inform the Commission without undue delay of any changes to the names or addresses of those competent authorities.
Article 55
Register of producers
1. Member States shall establish a register of producers which shall serve to monitor compliance of producers with the requirements of this Chapter.
2. Producers shall register in the register referred to in paragraph 1. They shall to that end submit an application for registration in each Member State where they make a battery available on the market for the first time.
Producers shall submit the application for registration via an electronic data-processing system as referred to in paragraph 9, point (a).
Producers shall only make available batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, on the market of a Member State, if they or, in the case of authorisation, their authorised representatives for extended producer responsibility, are registered in that Member State.
3. The application for registration shall include the following information:
(a) name, and brand names if available, under which the producer operates in the Member State and address of the producer, including postal code and place, street and number, country, telephone number, if any, web and email address, indicating a single contact point;
(b) national identification code of the producer, including its trade register number or equivalent official registration number and the European or national tax identification number;
(c) the category, or categories, of batteries that the producer intends to make available on the market for the first time within the territory of a Member State, namely portable batteries, industrial batteries, LMT batteries, electric vehicle batteries, or SLI batteries, and their chemistry;
(d) information on how the producer meets its responsibilities laid down in Article 56 and the requirements under Articles 59, 60 and 61, respectively:; (i) for portable batteries or LMT batteries, the requirements of point (d) shall be met by providing:; — information in written form on the measures put in place by the producer to fulfil the producer responsibility obligations laid down in Article 56, the measures put in place to fulfil the separate collection obligations laid down in Article 59(1) or Article 60(1) with regard to the amount of batteries the producer makes available on the market in the Member State, and on the system to ensure that the data reported to the competent authorities are reliable;; — where applicable, the name and contact details, including postal code and place, street and number, country, telephone number, web and email address and the national identification code of the producer responsibility organisation appointed by the producer to fulfil its extended producer responsibility obligations in accordance with Article 57(1) and (2), including the trade register number or an equivalent official registration number and the European or national tax identification number of the producer responsibility organisation, and the represented producer’s mandate;; (ii) for SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries, the requirements of point (d) shall be met by providing:; — information in written form on the measures put in place by the producer to fulfil the producer responsibility obligations laid down in Article 56, the measures put in place to fulfil the collection obligations laid down in Article 61(1) with regard to the amount of batteries the producer makes available on the market in the Member State and on the system to ensure that the data reported to the competent authorities are reliable;; — where applicable, the name and contact details, including postal code and place, street and number, country, telephone number, web and email address and the national identification code of the producer responsibility organisation appointed by the producer to fulfil its extended producer responsibility obligations in accordance with Article 57(1) and (2), including the trade register number or an equivalent official registration number and the European or national tax identification number of the producer responsibility organisation, and the represented producer’s mandate.
(e) a statement by the producer or, where applicable, authorised representative for extended producer responsibility or the producer responsibility organisation appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), stating that the information provided is true.
4. Without prejudice to paragraph 3 of this Article, the information laid down in point (d) of that paragraph shall be provided either in the application for registration under paragraph 3 of this Article or in the application for authorisation under Article 58. Such application for authorisation shall include at least information on either individual or collective fulfilment of the extended producer responsibility obligations.
5. Member States may request additional information or documents, as necessary, to use the register of producers in an efficient manner.
6. Where a producer has appointed a producer responsibility organisation in accordance with Article 57(1), the obligations under this Article shall be met by that organisation mutatis mutandis unless otherwise specified by the Member State.
7. The obligations under this Article may be fulfilled on a producer’s behalf by an authorised representative for extended producer responsibility.
Where obligations under this Article are fulfilled on a producer’s behalf by an authorised representative for extended producer responsibility that represents more than one producer, in addition to the information required under paragraph 3, that authorised representative shall provide the name and the contact details for each of the represented producers separately.
8. Member States may decide that the registration procedure pursuant to this Article and the authorisation procedure pursuant to Article 58 constitute a single procedure, provided that the application meets the requirements laid down in paragraphs (3) to (7) of this Article.
9. The competent authority shall:
(a) make available on its website information about the application process via an electronic data-processing system;
(b) grant registrations and provide a registration number within a maximum period of 12 weeks from the moment that all the information required under paragraphs 2 and 3 is provided.
10. The competent authority may:
(a) lay down modalities with regard to the requirements and process of registration without adding substantive requirements to those laid down in paragraphs 2 and 3;
(b) charge cost-based and proportionate fees to producers for the processing of the applications referred to in paragraph 2.
11. The competent authority may refuse to register a producer or withdraw the producer’s registration where the information referred to in paragraph 3 and related documentary evidence are not provided or are not sufficient, or where the producer no longer meets the requirements laid down in paragraph 3, point (d).
The competent authority shall withdraw the producer’s registration if it has ceased to exist.
12. The producer, or, where applicable, authorised representative for extended producer responsibility or the producer responsibility organisation appointed on behalf of the producers it represents shall without undue delay notify the competent authority of any changes to the information contained in the registration and of any permanent cessation as regards the making available on the market within the territory of the Member State of the batteries referred to in the registration.
13. Where the information in the register of producers is not publicly accessible, Member States shall ensure that providers of online platforms allowing consumers to conclude distance contracts with producers are granted access, free of charge, to the information in the register.
Article 56
Extended Producer Responsibility
1. Producers shall have extended producer responsibility for batteries that they make available on the market for the first time within the territory of a Member State. Such producers shall comply with the requirements of Articles 8 and 8a of Directive 2008/98/EC and of this Chapter.
2. An economic operator that makes available on the market for the first time within the territory of a Member State a battery that results from preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing operations shall be considered to be the producer of such battery for the purposes of this Regulation and shall have extended producer responsibility.
3. A producer as defined in Article 3, point (47)(d) shall appoint an authorised representative for extended producer responsibility in each Member State in which it sells batteries. Such appointment shall be made by written mandate.
4. The financial contributions to be paid by the producer shall cover the following costs for the products that the producer makes available on the market in the Member State concerned:
(a) costs of separate collection of waste batteries and their subsequent transport and treatment, taking into account any revenues obtained from preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing or from the value of secondary raw materials recovered from recycled waste batteries;
(b) costs of carrying out a compositional survey of collected mixed municipal waste in accordance with Article 69(5);
(c) costs of providing information on prevention and management of waste batteries in accordance with Article 74;
(d) costs of data gathering and reporting to the competent authorities in accordance with Article 75.
5. In the case of making available batteries that have been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, both the producers of the original batteries and the producers of the batteries that are placed on the market as a result of those operations, may establish and adjust a cost sharing mechanism, based on the actual attribution of costs between the different producers, for the costs referred to in paragraph 4, points (a), (c) and (d).
Where a battery referred to in paragraph 2 is subject to more than one extended producer responsibility, the first producer making that battery available on the market shall not bear additional costs as a result of the cost sharing mechanism referred to in the first subparagraph.
The Commission shall facilitate the exchange of information and sharing of best practices among Member States regarding such cost sharing mechanisms.
Article 57
Producer Responsibility Organisation
1. Producers may appoint a producer responsibility organisation authorised in accordance with Article 58 to fulfil the extended producer responsibility obligations on their behalf. Member States may adopt measures to make the appointment of a producer responsibility organisation mandatory. Such measures shall be justified on the basis of the specific characteristics of a given category of batteries placed on the market and related waste management characteristics.
2. In the case of a collective fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations, producer responsibility organisations shall ensure equal treatment of producers regardless of their origin or size, without placing a disproportionate burden on producers of small quantities of batteries, including small- and medium-sized enterprises. They shall also ensure that the financial contributions paid to them by producers:
(a) are modulated in accordance with Article 8a(4), point (b), of Directive 2008/98/EC and as a minimum by battery category and battery chemistry, taking into account as appropriate the rechargeability, the level of recycled content in the manufacture of batteries and whether the batteries were subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, and their carbon footprint; and
(b) are adjusted to take account of any revenues obtained by the producer responsibility organisations from preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing or from the value of secondary raw materials recovered from recycled waste batteries.
3. Where, in a Member State, multiple producer responsibility organisations are authorised to fulfil extended producer responsibility obligations on behalf of producers, they shall ensure coverage across the whole territory of the Member State of the activities referred to in Article 59(1), Article 60(1) and Article 61(1). Member States shall designate the competent authority or appoint an independent third party to ensure that producer responsibility organisations fulfil their obligations in coordinated manner.
4. Producer responsibility organisations shall ensure the confidentiality of the data in its possession as regards proprietary information or information directly attributable to individual producers or their authorised representatives for extended producer responsibility.
5. In addition to the information referred to in Article 8a(3), point (e), of Directive 2008/98/EC, producer responsibility organisations shall publish on their websites at least each year, subject to commercial and industrial confidentiality, the information on the rate of separate collection of waste batteries, recycling efficiencies and the levels of recovery of materials achieved by the producers which appointed the producer responsibility organisation.
6. In addition to the information referred to in paragraph 5, producer responsibility organisations shall make publicly available information on the selection procedure for waste management operators selected in accordance with paragraph 8.
7. Where necessary to avoid distortion of the internal market, the Commission is empowered to adopt an implementing act laying down criteria for the application of paragraph 2, point (a), of this Article. That implementing act shall not concern the precise determination of the level of the contributions and shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
8. Waste management operators shall be subject to a non-discriminatory selection procedure, based on transparent award criteria, carried out by producers or producer responsibility organisations and which does not place a disproportionate burden on small- and medium-sized enterprises.
Article 58
Authorisation on fulfilment of extended producer responsibility
1. A producer, in the case of individual fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations, and producer responsibility organisations appointed in the case of collective fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations, shall apply for an authorisation on fulfilment of extended producer responsibility from the competent authority.
2. The authorisation shall be granted only where it is demonstrated:
(a) that requirements laid down in Article 8a(3), points (a) to (d), of the Directive 2008/98/EC are complied with and the measures put in place by the producer or producer responsibility organisation are sufficient to fulfil the obligations set out in this Chapter with regard to the amount of batteries made available on the market for the first time within the territory of a Member State by the producer or producers on whose behalf the producer responsibility organisation acts; and
(b) by providing documentary evidence, that the requirements of Article 59(1) and (2) or the requirements of Article 60(1), (2) and (4), are complied with and that all the arrangements are in place to make it possible to attain and maintain durably at least the collection target referred to in Article 59(3) and Article 60(3), respectively.
3. Member States shall, in their measures laying down administrative and procedural rules referred to in Article 54(3), point (b), include the details of the authorisation procedure, which may differ according to whether it relates to individual or collective fulfilment of the extended producer responsibility obligations, and the modalities for verifying compliance of producers or producer responsibility organisations, including the information to be provided by producers or producer responsibility organisations to that end. The authorisation procedure shall include requirements on the verification of the arrangements put in place to ensure compliance with the requirements laid down in Article 59(1) and (2) and in Article 60(1), (2) and (4), and timeframes for the verification, which shall not exceed 12 weeks from the submission of a complete application dossier. The verification may be carried out by an independent expert, which shall issue a verification report on the result of verification.
4. The producer or the producer responsibility organisations shall notify the competent authority without undue delay of any changes to the information contained in the authorisation, of any changes that concern the terms of the authorisation or of the permanent cessation of operations.
5. The self-control mechanism provided for in Article 8a(3), point (d), of Directive 2008/98/EC shall be carried out regularly, and at least every three years, and upon request by the competent authority, in order to verify that the provisions in that point are complied with and the conditions for authorisation referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article continue to be met. The producer or the producer responsibility organisation shall, upon request, present a self-control report and, where necessary, the draft corrective action plan to the competent authority. Without prejudice to the competencies under paragraph 6 of this Article, the competent authority may make observations on the self-control report and on the draft corrective action plan, and shall communicate any such observations to the producer or the producer responsibility organisation. The producer or the producer responsibility organisation shall draw up and implement the corrective action plan based on those observations.
6. The competent authority may decide to revoke the authorisation if collection targets laid down in Article 59(3) or Article 60(3) are not met or the producer or producer responsibility organisation no longer meets the requirements with regard to the organisation of the collection and treatment of waste batteries or fails in relation to reporting to the competent authority or fails to notify it of any changes that concern the terms of the authorisation, or has ceased operations.
7. A producer, in the case of individual fulfilment of extended producer responsibility obligations, and producer responsibility organisations appointed in the case of collective fulfilment of extended producer responsibility, shall provide a guarantee intended to cover the costs related to waste management operations due by the producer, or the producer responsibility organisation, in the event of non-compliance with the extended producer responsibility obligations, including in the event of permanent cessation of their operations or insolvency. Member States may specify additional requirements concerning such guarantee. In the case of a state-run producer responsibility organisation, such guarantee may be provided otherwise than by the organisation itself and may take the form of a public fund that is financed by producers’ fees and for which the Member State running the organisation is jointly and severally liable.
Article 59
Collection of waste portable batteries
1. Producers of portable batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall ensure that all waste portable batteries, regardless of their nature, chemical composition, condition, brand or origin, are collected separately in the territory of a Member State where they make portable batteries available on the market for the first time. For that purpose they shall:
(a) establish a waste portable battery take-back and collection system;
(b) offer the collection of waste portable batteries, free of charge, to the entities referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), and provide for the collection of waste portable batteries from all entities that have made use of that offer (‘connected collection points for waste portable batteries’);
(c) provide for the necessary practical arrangements for collection and transport of waste portable batteries, including the provision, free of charge, of suitable collection and transport containers meeting the requirements of Directive 2008/68/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (46), to the connected collection points for waste portable batteries;
(d) collect, free of charge, the waste portable batteries collected at the connected collection points, with a frequency that is proportionate to the area covered and the volume and hazardous nature of the waste portable batteries usually collected through the connected collection points for waste portable batteries;
(e) collect, free of charge, the waste portable batteries removed from waste electrical and electronic equipment, with a frequency that is proportionate to the volume and hazardous nature of the waste portable batteries;
(f) ensure that the waste portable batteries collected from the connected collection points for waste portable batteries and removed from waste electrical and electronic equipment are subsequently subject to treatment in a permitted facility by a waste management operator in accordance with Article 70.
2. Producers of portable batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall ensure that the waste portable battery take-back and collection system:
(a) consists of collection points set up by them in cooperation with one or more of the following:; (i) distributors in accordance with Article 62;; (ii) end-of-life vehicle treatment facilities subject to Directive 2000/53/EC;; (iii) public authorities, or third parties carrying out waste management on their behalf, in accordance with Article 66;; (iv) voluntary collection points in accordance with Article 67;; (v) waste electrical and electronic equipment treatment facilities subject to Directive 2012/19/EU; and
(b) covers the whole territory of the Member State taking into account population size and density, expected volume of waste portable batteries, accessibility for and proximity to end-users, not being limited to areas where the collection and subsequent management of waste portable batteries is profitable.
3. Producers of portable batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall attain, and maintain durably, at least the following collection targets for waste portable batteries:
(a) 45 % by 31 December 2023;
(b) 63 % by 31 December 2027;
(c) 73 % by 31 December 2030.
Producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall calculate the collection rate referred to in this paragraph in accordance with Annex XI.
4. End-users shall be able to discard waste portable batteries at collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), and shall not be charged or be obliged to buy a new battery or to have bought the portable battery from the producers who set up the collection points.
5. Collection points set up in accordance with paragraph 2, points (a)(i), (iii) and (iv), shall not be subject to the registration or permit requirements of Directive 2008/98/EC.
6. Member States may adopt measures to require that the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), of this Article may collect waste portable batteries only if they have concluded a contract with the producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations.
7. In view of the expected development of the market and increase of the expected lifetime of rechargeable portable batteries, and in order to better ascertain the actual volume of waste portable batteries available for collection, the Commission is empowered to adopt, by 18 August 2027 delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the methodology to calculate the collection rate of portable batteries set out in Annex XI and to amend the collection target laid down in paragraph 3 of this Article to adapt that collection target to the new methodology while maintaining equivalent ambition and timelines.
Article 60
Collection of waste LMT batteries
1. Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall ensure that all waste LMT batteries, regardless of their nature, chemical composition, condition, brand or origin, are collected separately in the territory of a Member State where they make batteries available on the market for the first time. For that purpose they shall:
(a) establish a waste LMT battery take back and collection system;
(b) offer the collection of waste LMT batteries, free of charge, to the entities referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), and provide for the collection of waste LMT batteries from all entities that have made use of that offer (‘connected collection points for LMT batteries’);
(c) provide for the necessary practical arrangements for collection and transport of waste LMT batteries, including the provision, free of charge, of suitable collection and transport containers meeting the requirements of Directive 2008/68/EC, to the connected collection points for LMT batteries;
(d) collect, free of charge, the waste LMT batteries collected at the connected collection points for LMT batteries, with a frequency that is proportionate to the area covered and the volume and hazardous nature of the waste LMT batteries usually collected at those collection points;
(e) collect, free of charge, the waste LMT batteries removed from waste electrical and electronic equipment, with a frequency that is proportionate to the volume and hazardous nature of the waste LMT batteries;
(f) ensure that the waste LMT batteries collected from the connected collection points for LMT batteries and removed from waste electrical and electronic equipment are subsequently subject to treatment in a permitted facility by a waste management operator in accordance with Article 70.
2. Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall ensure that the take back and collection system for waste LMT batteries:
(a) consists of collection points set up by them in cooperation with one or more of the following:; (i) distributors in accordance with Article 62;; (ii) end-of-life vehicle treatment facilities subject to Directive 2000/53/EC;; (iii) public authorities, or third parties carrying out waste management on their behalf, in accordance with Article 66;; (iv) voluntary collection points in accordance with Article 67;; (v) waste electrical and electronic equipment treatment facilities subject to Directive 2012/19/EU; and
(b) covers the whole territory of the Member State taking into account population size and density, expected volume of waste LMT batteries, accessibility for and proximity to end-users, not being limited to areas where the collection and subsequent management of waste LMT batteries is profitable.
3. Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall attain, and maintain durably, at least the following collection targets of waste LMT batteries:
(a) 51 % by 31 December 2028;
(b) 61 % by 31 December 2031.
Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations shall calculate the collection rate referred to in this paragraph in accordance with Annex XI.
4. Producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall:
(a) set up the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), with suitable collection infrastructure for the separate collection of waste LMT batteries meeting the applicable safety requirements and cover the necessary costs incurred by those collection points in relation to the take back activities; the containers for collection and temporary storage of such waste batteries at the collection points shall be suitable in view of the volume and hazardous nature of waste LMT batteries that are likely to be collected through those collection points;
(b) collect waste LMT batteries from the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), with a frequency that is proportionate to the storage capacity of the separate collection infrastructure and the volume and hazardous nature of waste batteries that are usually collected through those collection points; and
(c) provide for the delivery of waste LMT batteries collected from the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), of this Article to permitted facilities for treatment in accordance with Articles 70 and 73.
5. End-users shall be able to discard waste LMT batteries at collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), and shall not be charged or be obliged to buy a new battery or to have bought the LMT battery from the producers who set up the collection points.
6. Collection points set up in accordance with paragraph 2, points (a)(i), (iii) and (iv), shall not be subject to the registration or permit requirements of Directive 2008/98/EC.
7. Member States may adopt measures to require that the collection points referred to in paragraph 2, point (a), of this Article may collect waste LMT batteries only if they have concluded a contract with the producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations.
8. In view of the expected development of the market and increase of the expected lifetime of LMT batteries, and in order to better ascertain the actual volume of waste LMT batteries available for collection, the Commission is empowered to adopt, by 18 August 2027, delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the methodology to calculate the collection rate of waste LMT batteries set out in Annex XI and to amend the collection target laid down in paragraph 3 of this Article to adapt the collection target to the new methodology while maintaining equivalent ambition and timelines.
Article 61
Collection of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries
1. Producers of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall take back, free of charge and without an obligation on the end-user to buy a new battery, nor to have bought the battery from them, and shall ensure that all waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries regardless of their nature, chemical composition, condition, brand, or origin of the respective category that they have made available on the market for the first time in the territory of that Member State are collected separately. For that purpose, they shall accept to take back waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries from end-users, or from take-back and collection systems which include collection points set up by them in cooperation with:
(a) distributors of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries in accordance with Article 62(1);
(b) operators carrying out remanufacturing or repurposing of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries;
(c) waste electrical and electronic equipment and end-of-life vehicle treatment facilities referred to in Article 65 for the waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries arising from their operations;
(d) public authorities or third parties carrying out waste management on their behalf in accordance with Article 66.
Member States may adopt measures to require that the entities referred to in the first subparagraph, points (a) to (d), may collect waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries only if they have concluded a contract with the producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations.
Where waste industrial batteries require prior dismantling at the premises of private, non-commercial users, the obligation of the producer to take back those waste batteries shall not result in any costs related to the dismantling and collection of those waste batteries being borne by those users.
2. The take-back arrangements put in place in accordance with paragraph 1 shall cover the whole territory of a Member State taking into account population size and density, expected volume of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries, accessibility for and proximity to end-users, not being limited to areas where the collection and subsequent management of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries is profitable.
3. Producers of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, shall:
(a) provide the take back and collection systems referred to in paragraph 1 with suitable collection infrastructure for the separate collection of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries meeting the applicable safety requirements, and cover the necessary costs incurred by those take back and collection systems in relation to the take back activities; the containers for collection and temporary storage of such waste batteries at the take back and collection systems shall be suitable in view of the volume and hazardous nature of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries that are likely to be collected through those collection points;
(b) collect waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries from the take back and collection systems referred to in paragraph 1 with a frequency that is proportionate to the storage capacity of the separate collection infrastructure and the volume and hazardous nature of waste batteries that are usually collected through those take back and collection systems; and
(c) provide for the delivery of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries collected from end-users and from the take back and collection systems referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article to permitted facilities for treatment in accordance with Articles 70 and 73.
4. The entities referred to in paragraph 1, points (a) to (d), of this Article may hand over collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70. In such cases, the obligation of producers pursuant to paragraph 3, point (c), of this Article shall be deemed to be met.
Article 62
Obligations of distributors
1. Distributors shall take back waste batteries from the end-user free of charge and without imposing an obligation on the end-user to buy or to have bought a new battery, regardless of their chemical composition, brand or origin as follows:
(a) for waste portable batteries, at or in the immediate vicinity of the distributor’s retail outlet;
(b) for waste LMT batteries, waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries, at or in the vicinity of the distributor’s retail outlet.
2. The take back obligation laid down in paragraph 1:
(a) shall not apply to waste products containing batteries;
(b) shall be limited to the categories of waste batteries which the distributor has or had as batteries in its offer and, for waste portable batteries, to the quantity that non-professional end-users normally discard.
3. Distributors shall hand over waste batteries that they have taken back to the producers or producer responsibility organisations who are responsible for collecting those waste batteries in accordance with Articles 59, 60 and 61 respectively, or to a waste management operator selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70.
4. The obligations under this Article shall apply mutatis mutandis to distributors that supply batteries by means of distance contracts to end-users. Those distributors shall provide for a sufficient number of collection points covering the whole territory of a Member State and taking into account population size and density, expected volume of waste portable batteries, waste LMT batteries, waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries respectively, and accessibility for and proximity to end-users, allowing end-users to return batteries.
5. In the case of sales with delivery, distributors shall offer to take back waste portable batteries, waste LMT batteries, waste industrial batteries, waste SLI batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries free of charge at the point of delivery to the end-user or at a local collection point. The end-user shall be informed when ordering a battery of the take back arrangements for a waste battery.
6. For the purposes of compliance with Article 30(1), points (d) and (e), of Regulation (EU) 2022/2065, providers of online platforms, falling within the scope of Section 4 of Chapter III of that Regulation, that allow consumers to conclude distance contracts with producers shall obtain the following information from producers offering batteries, including batteries incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, to consumers located in the Union:
(a) details concerning the register of producers referred to in Article 55 and the producer’s registration number or registration numbers in that register;
(b) a self-certification by the producer committing to only offer batteries, including those incorporated in appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, with regard to which the extended producer responsibility requirements referred to in Article 56(1), (2), (3) and (4), Article 57(1) and Article 58(1), (2) and (7) are complied with.
Article 63
Deposit return systems for batteries
By 31 December 2027, the Commission shall assess the feasibility and potential benefits of establishment of deposit return systems for batteries, in particular for portable batteries of general use. To that end, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and to the Council and consider taking appropriate measures, including the adoption of legislative proposals.
Article 64
Obligations of end-users
1. End-users shall discard waste batteries separately from other waste streams, including from mixed municipal waste.
2. End-users shall discard waste batteries in designated separate collection points set up by, or in accordance with the specific arrangements concluded with, the producer or a producer responsibility organisation, in accordance with Articles 59, 60 and 61.
Article 65
Obligations of operators of treatment facilities
1. Operators of treatment facilities subject to Directives 2000/53/EC or 2012/19/EU shall hand over waste batteries resulting from the treatment of end-of-life vehicles or waste electrical and electronic equipment to producers of the relevant category of batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, or to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70.
2. The operators of treatment facilities referred to in paragraph 1 shall keep records of those handover transactions.
Article 66
Participation of public waste management authorities
1. Waste batteries originating from private, non-commercial end-users may be discarded in separate collection points set up by public waste management authorities.
2. Public waste management authorities shall ensure that collected waste batteries are treated in accordance with Article 70, either by:
(a) handing them over to producers of the relevant category of batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), to producer responsibility organisations, or to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8); or
(b) carrying out the treatment of the collected waste batteries themselves in accordance with Article 68(2).
Article 67
Participation of voluntary collection points
1. Voluntary collection points for waste portable batteries shall hand over collected waste portable batteries to the producers of portable batteries or third parties acting on their behalf, including producer responsibility organisations, or to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70.
2. Voluntary collection points for waste LMT batteries shall hand over collected waste LMT batteries to the producers of LMT batteries or third parties acting on their behalf, including producer responsibility organisations, or to waste management operators selected in accordance with Article 57(8) with a view to their treatment in accordance with Article 70.
Article 68
Restrictions regarding handover of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries
1. Member States may restrict the ability of distributors, operators of waste treatment facilities referred to in Article 65, public waste management authorities referred to in Article 66 and voluntary collection points referred to in Article 67 to hand over collected waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries either to producers or producer responsibility organisations, or to a waste management operator to carry out treatment in accordance with Article 70. Member States shall ensure that such restrictions do not have an adverse impact on the collection and recycling systems.
2. Member States may also adopt measures to allow public waste management authorities referred to in Article 66 to carry out treatment in accordance with Article 70 themselves.
Article 69
Obligations for Member States regarding collection targets for waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries
1. Member States shall adopt the necessary measures for the achievement by producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, of the collection targets laid down in Article 59(3), first subparagraph, points (a), (b) and (c), with regard to waste portable batteries, and laid down in Article 60(3), first subparagraph, points (a) and (b), with regard to waste LMT batteries.
2. In particular, Member States shall regularly, at least once a year, monitor producers’ or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations’ collection rates to verify that they have taken adequate measures to achieve the collection targets laid down in Article 59(3), first subparagraph, points (a), (b) and (c) with regard to waste portable batteries, and laid down in Article 60(3), first subparagraph, points (a) and (b) with regard to waste LMT batteries. Such monitoring shall be based in particular on the information reported to the competent authorities in accordance with Article 75 and shall include the verification of that information, and of whether the producer has complied with the calculation methodology set out in Annex XI and the results of the compositional survey referred to in paragraph 5 of this Article and any other information available to the Member State.
3. Where, on the basis of the monitoring referred to in paragraph 2 of this Article, a Member State finds that a producer or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), a producer responsibility organisation, has not taken measures consistent with the achievement of the collection targets laid down in Article 59(3), first subparagraph, points (a), (b) and (c) with regard to waste portable batteries, or laid down in Article 60(3), first subparagraph, points (a) and (b) with regard to waste LMT batteries, the competent authority of that Member State shall request that producer or producer responsibility organisation to take appropriate corrective action ensuring that it can achieve the collection targets laid down in either of those Articles, as applicable.
4. Without prejudice to the self-control mechanism referred to in Article 58(5), the producer or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisation shall present a draft corrective action plan to the competent authority within three months of the request by the competent authority referred to in paragraph 3 of this Article. That competent authority may make observations on the draft plan, and shall communicate any such observations to the producer or the producer responsibility organisation within one month of the reception of the draft corrective action plan.
Where the competent authority communicates its observations on the draft corrective action plan, the producer or the producer responsibility organisations shall, within one month of receipt of those observations, draw up the corrective action plan, taking into account those observations, and shall implement it accordingly.
The content of the corrective action plan and the compliance with it by the producer or the producer responsibility organisation shall be taken into account when evaluating whether the conditions for the registration laid down in Article 55 and, where applicable, the authorisation laid down in Article 58 continue to be met.
5. By 1 January 2026 and every five years thereafter, Member States shall carry out a compositional survey of collected mixed municipal waste and waste electrical and electronic equipment streams for the preceding calendar year to determine the share of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries therein. On the basis of those surveys, the competent authorities may require that the producers of portable batteries, producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), the respective producer responsibility organisations take corrective action to increase their network of connected collection points and carry out information campaigns in accordance with Article 74(1).
Article 70
Treatment
1. Collected waste batteries shall not be disposed of or be the subject of an energy recovery operation.
2. Without prejudice to Directive 2010/75/EU, permitted facilities shall ensure that treatment for waste batteries complies, as a minimum, with Part A of Annex XII to this Regulation and with best available techniques defined in Article 3, point (10), of Directive 2010/75/EU.
3. Where batteries are collected while still incorporated in a waste appliance, a waste light means of transport or an end-of-life vehicle, they shall be removed from the waste appliance, waste light means of transport or end-of-life vehicle in accordance with, where applicable, the requirements laid down in Directives 2000/53/EC or 2012/19/EU.
4. The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the treatment requirements for waste batteries set out in Part A of Annex XII in light of technical and scientific progress and emerging new technologies in waste management.
5. Member States may set up incentive schemes for economic operators that achieve higher rates than the targets set out in Parts B and C of Annex XII for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials respectively.
Article 71
Targets for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials
1. Each permitted facility shall ensure that all waste batteries made available to that facility are accepted and undergo preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or recycling.
2. Recyclers shall ensure that recycling achieves the targets for recycling efficiency and the targets for recovery of materials set out in Parts B and C of Annex XII respectively.
3. The rates for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials shall be calculated in accordance with the rules laid down in a delegated act adopted pursuant to paragraph 4 of this Article.
4. The Commission shall, by 18 February 2025, adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to supplement this Regulation by establishing the methodology for calculation and verification of rates for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials, in accordance with Part A of Annex XII, and the format for the documentation.
5. By 18 August 2026 and at least every five years thereafter, the Commission shall assess whether, due to market developments, in particular concerning battery technologies impacting the type of materials recovered and the existing and forecasted availability of cobalt, copper, lead, lithium or nickel or the lack thereof, and in view of technical and scientific progress, it is appropriate to revise the targets for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials set out in Parts B and C of Annex XII. Where justified and appropriate on the basis of that assessment, the Commission is empowered to adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89 to amend the targets for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials set out in Parts B and C of Annex XII.
6. Where appropriate due to market developments impacting the type of materials that can be recovered and in light of technical and scientific progress, including emerging new technologies in waste management, the Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89, to amend Part C of Annex XII, by adding further materials with specific targets for recovery of material per specific material, and Part B of Annex XII, by adding further battery chemistries with specific targets for recycling efficiency.
Article 72
Shipment of waste batteries
1. Treatment may be undertaken outside the Member State concerned or outside the Union, provided that the shipment of waste batteries or fractions thereof, is in compliance with Regulations (EC) No 1013/2006 and (EC) No 1418/2007.
2. In order to distinguish between used batteries and waste batteries, the competent authorities of Member States may inspect shipments of used batteries suspected to be waste batteries for compliance with the minimum requirements set out in Annex XIV and monitor such shipments accordingly.
Where the competent authorities in a Member State establish that an intended shipment of used batteries consists of waste batteries, the costs of appropriate analyses, inspections and storage of the used batteries suspected to be waste may be charged to the producers of the relevant category of batteries, to third parties acting on their behalf or to other persons arranging the shipment. The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89, supplementing the minimum requirements set out in Annex XIV, in particular on the state of health, to distinguish between the shipment of used batteries and waste batteries.
3. Waste batteries or fractions thereof exported from the Union in accordance with paragraph 1 of this Article shall only count towards the fulfilment of obligations, efficiencies and targets laid down in Articles 70 and 71 if the exporter of the waste batteries or fractions thereof provides documentary evidence approved by the competent authority of destination that the treatment took place in conditions that are equivalent to those required by this Regulation and in accordance with other Union law regarding human health and environmental protection.
4. The Commission is empowered to adopt a delegated act in accordance with Article 89, to lay down detailed rules supplementing those in paragraph 3 of this Article, by laying down the criteria for the assessment of equivalent conditions.
Article 73
Preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing of waste LMT batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries
1. In order to document that a waste LMT battery, waste industrial battery and waste electric vehicle battery subject to preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing, is no longer waste, the battery holder shall demonstrate the following upon request by a competent authority:
(a) evidence of a state of health evaluation or state of health testing carried out in a Member State in the form of a copy of the record confirming the capability of the battery to deliver the performance relevant for its use following preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
(b) further use of the battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing, is documented by means of an invoice or a contract for the sale or transfer of ownership of the battery;
(c) evidence of appropriate protection against damage during transportation, loading and unloading, including through sufficient packaging and appropriate stacking of the load.
2. The information referred to in paragraph 1, point (a), shall be made available to end-users and third parties acting on their behalf, on equal terms and conditions, as part of the documentation accompanying the battery referred to in paragraph 1 when placed on the market or put into service.
3. The provision of information in accordance with paragraphs 1 and 2 shall be without prejudice to obligations to preserve the confidentiality of commercially sensitive information under the relevant Union and national law.
4. The Commission is empowered to adopt an implementing act establishing detailed technical and verification requirements that waste LMT batteries, waste industrial batteries or waste electric vehicle batteries are to fulfil to cease being waste. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Article 74
Information on prevention and management of waste batteries
1. In addition to the information referred to in Article 8a(2) of Directive 2008/98/EC, producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations shall make available to end-users and distributors the following information regarding the prevention and management of waste batteries with regard to the categories of batteries that they supply within the territory of a Member State:
(a) the role of end-users in contributing to waste prevention, including by information on good practices and recommendations concerning the use of batteries aimed at extending their use phase and the possibilities of re-use, preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing and remanufacturing;
(b) the role of end-users in contributing to the separate collection of waste batteries in accordance with their obligations under Article 64 to allow their treatment;
(c) the separate collection, take-back and collection points, preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing and treatment available for waste batteries;
(d) the necessary safety instructions to handle waste batteries, including in relation to the risks associated with, and the handling of, batteries containing lithium;
(e) the meaning of the labels and symbols on batteries in accordance with Article 13 or printed on their packaging or in the documents accompanying batteries; and
(f) the impact of substances, in particular hazardous substances, present in batteries on the environment and on human health or the safety of persons, including the impact due to inappropriate discarding of waste batteries, such as littering or discarding as unsorted municipal waste.
That information shall be made available:
(a) at regular time intervals for each battery model from the moment the battery model concerned is being made available on the market for the first time in a Member State, as a minimum at the point of sale in a visible manner and through online platforms;
(b) in a language or languages which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by the Member State in which the battery is to be made available on the market.
2. Producers shall make available to distributors and operators referred to in Articles 62, 65 and 66 and other waste management operators carrying out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, or treatment, information regarding the safety and protective measures, including on occupational safety, applicable to the storage and collection of waste batteries.
3. From the moment that a battery is supplied within the territory of a Member State producers shall make available electronically, free of charge and upon request, to waste management operators carrying out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or treatment, as far as it is needed by those operators to carry out those activities, the following battery model specific information regarding the proper and environmentally sound treatment of waste batteries:
(a) the processes for the dismantling of light means of transport, vehicles and appliances in a way that allows the removal of incorporated batteries;
(b) the safety and protective measures, including as regards occupational safety and fire protection, applicable to the storage, transport, and the treatment processes for waste batteries.
The information referred to in points (a) and (b) of the first subparagraph shall identify the components and materials and the location of all hazardous substances in a battery, as far as it is needed by operators carrying out preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or treatment, in order to enable them to comply with the requirements of this Regulation.
That information shall be made available in a language or languages, which can be easily understood by the operators mentioned in the first subparagraph, as determined by the Member State on whose market the battery is to be made available.
4. Distributors that supply batteries to end-users shall permanently provide in their retail premises in an easily accessible and clearly visible manner for the end-users of the batteries, the information referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2, and information on how the end-users may return waste batteries free of charge to the respective collection points established at retail outlets or on behalf of an online platform. That obligation shall be limited to the categories of batteries which the distributor or retailer has, or had, as new batteries in its offer.
Distributors shall provide the information referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 also when they sell their products through online platforms that allow consumers to conclude distance contracts with traders.
5. The costs covered by the producer under Article 56(4), points (a) to (d), shall be shown separately to the end-user at the point of sale of a new battery.
6. Producers of the relevant category of batteries or producer responsibility organisations shall conduct awareness campaigns and offer incentives to encourage end-users to discard waste batteries in a manner that is in line with the information made available to end-users regarding the prevention and management of waste batteries in accordance with paragraph 1.
7. Where information is provided publicly to end-users under this Article, the confidentiality of commercially sensitive information in conformity with the relevant Union and national law shall be preserved.
Article 75
Minimum requirements for reporting to the competent authorities
1. Producers of portable batteries and producers of LMT batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations shall report to the competent authority, for each calendar year, at least the following information according to the chemistry and category of batteries and waste batteries:
(a) the amount of portable batteries and LMT batteries made available on the market for the first time in the territory of a Member State, excluding batteries that have left the territory of that Member State in that year, before being sold to end-users;
(b) the amount of portable batteries of general use made available on the market for the first time in the territory of a Member State, excluding portable batteries of general use that have left the territory of that Member State in that year, before being sold to end-users;
(c) the amount of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries collected in accordance with Articles 59 and 60, respectively;
(d) the collection rate reached by the producer or producer responsibility organisation for waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries;
(e) the amount of collected waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries delivered to permitted facilities for treatment;
(f) the amount of collected waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries exported to third countries for treatment, preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
(g) the amount of collected waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries delivered to permitted facilities for preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing.
Where waste management operators other than producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, collect waste portable batteries or waste LMT batteries from distributors or other collection points for waste portable batteries or waste LMT batteries, they shall report to the competent authority for each calendar year the amount of waste portable batteries and waste LMT batteries collected according to their chemistry.
2. Producers of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries or where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1) producer responsibility organisations, shall report to the competent authority for each calendar year the following information, according to chemistries and categories of waste batteries:
(a) the amount of SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries made available on the market for the first time in a Member State, excluding batteries that have left the territory of that Member State in that year, before being sold to end-users;
(b) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries delivered to permitted facilities for preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
(c) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries delivered to permitted facilities for treatment;
(d) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries exported to third countries for preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or for treatment.
3. Where waste management operators collect waste batteries from distributors or other collection points for waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries or from end-users, they shall report to the competent authority for each calendar year the following information according to chemistries and categories of waste batteries:
(a) the amount of waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries collected;
(b) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries delivered to permitted facilities for preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
(c) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries delivered to permitted facilities for treatment;
(d) the amount of collected waste SLI batteries, waste industrial batteries and waste electric vehicle batteries exported to third countries for preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or for treatment.
4. The information referred to in paragraph 1, points (a) to (g), of this Article shall include information on batteries incorporated into vehicles and appliances, and waste batteries removed from vehicles and appliances in accordance with Article 65.
5. Waste management operators carrying out treatment and recyclers shall report to the competent authorities of the Member State where treatment of waste batteries takes place, for each calendar year and by Member State where the waste batteries were collected, the following information:
(a) the amount of waste batteries received for treatment;
(b) the amount of waste batteries that began to undergo preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing or recycling processes;
(c) data on recycling efficiency for waste batteries, recovery of materials from waste batteries and the destination and yield of the final output fractions.
Reporting on the recycling efficiency and recovery of materials shall cover all individual steps of recycling and all corresponding output fractions. Where recycling operations are carried out at more than one facility, the first recycler shall be responsible for collecting the information and reporting that information to the competent authorities.
The competent authority of the Member State where the treatment of waste batteries takes place, shall provide the information referred to in this paragraph to the competent authority of the Member State where the batteries were collected, if different.
Waste batteries sent to another Member State for treatment in that other Member State shall be included in the recycling efficiency and recovery of materials data and shall count towards the attainment of the targets set out in Annex XII by the Member State in which that waste was collected.
6. Where waste holders other than those referred to in paragraph 5 export batteries for treatment they shall report the data on the amount of separately collected waste batteries exported for treatment and the data referred to in paragraph 5, points (b) and (c) to the competent authorities of the Member States where they are located.
7. Producers or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, waste management operators and waste holders referred to in this Article shall report within six months of the end of the reporting year for which the data are collected. The first reporting period shall concern the first full calendar year after the entry into force of the implementing act that establishes the format for reporting to the Commission, in accordance with Article 76(5).
8. The competent authorities shall establish electronic systems through which data shall be reported to them and specify the formats to be used.
9. Member State may allow competent authorities to request any additional information necessary to ensure that the data reported are reliable.
Article 76
Reporting to the Commission
1. Member States shall make publicly available in an aggregated form for each calendar year and in the format established by the Commission in the implementing act adopted pursuant to paragraph 5, the following data on portable batteries, LMT batteries, SLI batteries, industrial batteries and electric vehicle batteries, according to battery categories and their chemistries:
(a) the amount of batteries made available on the market for the first time in a Member State, including those incorporated in appliances, vehicles or industrial products, but excluding batteries that have left the territory of that Member State in that year, before being sold to end-users;
(b) the amount of waste batteries collected in accordance with Articles 59, 60 and 61, and collection rates calculated on the basis of the methodology set out in Annex XI;
(c) the amount of waste industrial batteries and the amount of waste electric vehicle batteries collected and delivered to permitted facilities for preparation for re-use or preparation for repurposing;
(d) the values for the recycling efficiencies achieved as referred to in Part B of Annex XII and the values for the recovery of materials achieved as referred to in Part C of Annex XII, regarding the batteries collected in that Member State.
Member States shall make those data available within 18 months of the end of the reporting year for which the data are collected. They shall make those data public electronically in the format established by the Commission in accordance with paragraph 5, using easily accessible data services. The data shall be machine readable, sortable and searchable, and shall respect open standards for third party use. Member States shall notify the Commission when the data referred to in the first subparagraph are made available.
The first reporting period shall concern the first full calendar year after the entry into force of the implementing act that establishes the format for reporting to the Commission, in accordance with paragraph 5.
In addition to the obligations under Directives 2000/53/EC and 2012/19/EU, data referred to in paragraph 1, first subparagraph, points (a) to (d), of this Article shall include batteries incorporated into vehicles and appliances, and waste batteries removed from those vehicles and appliances in accordance with Article 65.
2. Reporting on the recycling efficiency and recovery of materials referred to in paragraph 1, first subparagraph, point (d), shall cover all individual steps of recycling and all corresponding output fractions.
3. The data made available by Member States in accordance with this Article shall be accompanied by a quality check report to be presented in the format established by the Commission in accordance with paragraph 5.
4. The Commission shall collect and review the information made available in accordance with this Article. The Commission shall publish a report assessing the organisation of the data collection, the sources of data and the methodology used in Member States as well as the completeness, reliability, timeliness and consistency of those data. That assessment may include specific recommendations for improvement. The report shall be drawn up within 6 months of the first reporting of the data by Member States and every four years thereafter.
5. The Commission shall, by 18 August 2025, adopt implementing acts laying down the format for the data and information to be reported to the Commission, as well as assessment methods and operational conditions related to collection and treatment of waste batteries, for the purpose of paragraphs 1 and 4 of this Article. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
CHAPTER IX
Digital battery passport
Article 77
Battery passport
1. From 18 February 2027 each LMT battery, each industrial battery with a capacity greater than 2 kWh and each electric vehicle battery placed on the market or put into service shall have an electronic record (‘battery passport’).
2. The battery passport shall contain information relating to the battery model and information specific to the individual battery, including resulting from the use of that battery, as set out in Annex XIII.
The information in the battery passport shall comprise:
(a) information accessible to the general public in accordance with point 1 of Annex XIII;
(b) information accessible only to notified bodies, market surveillance authorities and the Commission in accordance with points 2 and 3 of Annex XIII; and
(c) information accessible only to any natural or legal person with a legitimate interest in accessing and processing that information for the purposes referred to in points (a) and (b) of the third subparagraph in accordance with points 2 and 4 of Annex XIII.
The purposes for accessing and processing the information as referred to in point (c) of the second subparagraph, shall:
(a) concern dismantling of the battery, including safety measures to be taken during the dismantling, and the detailed composition of the battery model and be essential to allow repairers, remanufacturers, second-life operators and recyclers to conduct their respective economic activities in accordance with this Regulation; or
(b) in the case of individual batteries, be essential to the purchaser of the battery or parties acting on the purchaser’s behalf, for the purpose of making the individual battery available to independent energy aggregators or energy market participants.
The information referred to in the second subparagraph shall be included in the battery passport to the extent applicable to the category or sub-category of battery concerned.
The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend Annex XIII as regards the information to be included in the battery passport in view of technical and scientific progress.
3. The battery passport shall be accessible through the QR code referred to in Article 13(6) which links to a unique identifier that the economic operator placing the battery on the market shall attribute to it.
The QR code and the unique identifier shall comply with the ISO/IEC standards 15459-1:2014, 15459-2:2015, 15459-3:2014, 15459-4:2014, 15459-5:2014 and 15459-6:2014 or their equivalent.
The Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 to amend the second subparagraph of this paragraph in light of technical and scientific progress by replacing the standards referred to in that subparagraph or adding other European or international standards with which the QR code and the unique identifier shall comply.
4. The economic operator placing the battery on the market shall ensure that the information in the battery passport is accurate, complete and up to date. It may give written authorisation to any other operator to act on its behalf.
5. All information included in the battery passport shall be based on open standards and be in an interoperable format, transferable through an open interoperable data exchange network without vendor lock-in, machine-readable, structured and searchable, in accordance with the essential requirements laid down in Article 78.
6. The access to information included in the battery passport shall be regulated in accordance with the essential requirements laid down in Article 78.
7. For a battery that has been subject to preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing or remanufacturing, the responsibility for the fulfilment of the obligations under paragraph 4 of this Article shall be transferred to the economic operator that has placed that battery on the market or has put it into service. Such battery shall have a new battery passport linked to the battery passport or passports of the original battery or batteries.
Where the status of a battery changes to that of a waste battery, the responsibility for the fulfilment of the obligations under paragraph 4 of this Article shall be transferred either to the producer or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), the producer responsibility organisation, or the waste management operator selected in accordance with Article 57(8).
8. A battery passport shall cease to exist after the battery has been recycled.
9. By 18 August 2026, the Commission shall adopt implementing acts specifying which persons are to be considered persons with a legitimate interest as referred to in points 2 and 4 respectively of Annex XIII for the purposes of paragraph 2, point (c), of this Article and to which information listed in those points they shall have access, and to what extent they can download, share, publish and re-use that information. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
The criteria for specifying the persons referred to in paragraph 2, point (c), and for determining the extent to which they can download, share, publish and re-use the information referred to in points 2 and 4 of Annex XIII shall be the following:
(a) the necessity of having such information in order to evaluate the status and residual value of the battery and its capability for further use;
(b) the necessity of having such information for the purpose of preparation for re-use, preparation for repurposing, repurposing, remanufacturing or recycling of the battery, or for choosing between those operations;
(c) the need to ensure that the accessing and processing of information in the battery passport that is commercially sensitive is limited to the minimum necessary in accordance with applicable Union law.
Article 78
Technical design and operation of the battery passport
The technical design and operation of the battery passport shall comply with the following essential requirements:
(a) the battery passport shall be fully interoperable with other digital product passports required by Union law concerning eco-design, in relation to the technical, semantic and organisational aspects of end-to-end communication and data transfer;
(b) consumers, economic operators and other relevant actors shall have access to the battery passport free of charge and based on their respective access rights set out in Annex XIII and the implementing act adopted pursuant to Article 77(9);
(c) the data included in the battery passport shall be stored by the economic operator responsible for the fulfilment of the obligations under Article 77(4) or (7), or by operators authorised to act on their behalf;
(d) if the data included in the battery passport are stored or otherwise processed by operators authorised to act on behalf of the economic operator responsible for the fulfilment of the obligations under Article 77(4) or (7), those operators shall not be allowed to sell, re-use or process such data, in whole or in part, beyond what is necessary for the provision of the relevant storing or processing services;
(e) the battery passport shall remain available after the economic operator responsible for the fulfilment of the obligations under Article 77(4) or (7) ceases to exist or ceases its activity in the Union;
(f) the rights to access, introduce, modify or update information in the battery passport shall be restricted based on the access rights specified in Annex XIII and the implementing act adopted pursuant to Article 77(9);
(g) data authentication, reliability and integrity shall be ensured;
(h) the battery passport shall be such that a high level of security and privacy is ensured and fraud is avoided.
CHAPTER X
Union market surveillance and Union safeguard procedures
Article 79
Procedure at national level for dealing with batteries presenting a risk
1. Without prejudice to Article 19 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1020, where the market surveillance authorities of one Member State have sufficient reason to believe that a battery covered by this Regulation presents a risk to human health or safety of persons, to property or to the environment, they shall carry out an evaluation in relation to the battery concerned covering all relevant requirements laid down in this Regulation.
Where, in the course of the evaluation referred to in the first subparagraph, the market surveillance authorities find that the battery does not comply with the requirements laid down in this Regulation (‘non-compliant battery’), they shall without delay require the relevant economic operator to take all appropriate corrective action, within a reasonable period prescribed by the market surveillance authorities and commensurate with the nature of the risk, to bring the battery into compliance with those requirements, to withdraw it from the market, or to recall it.
The market surveillance authorities shall inform the relevant notified body accordingly.
2. The market surveillance authorities shall inform the Commission and the other Member States of the results of the evaluation and of the actions which they have required the economic operator to take.
3. The economic operator shall ensure that all appropriate corrective action is taken in respect of all the non-compliant batteries that the economic operator has made available on the market throughout the Union.
4. Where the relevant economic operator does not take adequate corrective action within the period referred to in paragraph 1, second subparagraph, the market surveillance authorities shall take all appropriate provisional measures to prohibit or restrict the non-compliant batteries being made available on their national market, to withdraw those batteries from that market or to recall them.
The market surveillance authorities shall inform the Commission and the other Member States, without delay, of those measures.
5. The information referred to in paragraph 4, second subparagraph, shall include all available details, in particular the data necessary for the identification of the non-compliant battery, the origin of that battery, the nature of the non-compliance alleged and the risk involved, the nature and duration of the national measures taken and the arguments put forward by the relevant economic operator. In particular, the market surveillance authorities shall indicate whether the non-compliance is due to any of the following:
(a) failure of the battery to be in conformity with Articles 6 to 10 or Article 12, 13 or 14;
(b) shortcomings in the harmonised standards referred to in Article 15;
(c) shortcomings in the common specifications referred to in Article 16.
6. Member States other than the Member State initiating the procedure under this Article shall without delay inform the Commission and the other Member States of any measures adopted and of any additional information at their disposal relating to the non-compliance of the battery concerned, and, in the event of disagreement with the adopted national measure, of their objections.
7. Where, within three months of receipt of the information referred to in paragraph 4, second subparagraph, no objection has been raised by either a Member State or the Commission in respect of a provisional measure taken by market surveillance authorities, that measure shall be deemed justified.
8. Member States shall ensure that appropriate restrictive measures, such as withdrawal of the non-compliant battery from the market, are taken in respect of the non-compliant battery without delay.
Article 80
Union safeguard procedure
1. Where, on completion of the procedure set out in Article 79(4), (6) and (7), objections are raised against a measure taken by market surveillance authorities, or where the Commission considers a national measure to be contrary to Union law, the Commission shall without delay enter into consultation with the Member States and the relevant economic operator or operators and shall evaluate the national measure. The Commission shall endeavour to conclude that evaluation within one month.
On the basis of the results of that evaluation, the Commission shall adopt an implementing act determining whether the national measure is justified or not. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
2. The Commission shall address the implementing act referred to in paragraph 1, second subparagraph, to all Member States and shall immediately communicate it to them and the relevant economic operator or operators.
If the national measure is considered justified, all Member States shall take the necessary measures to ensure that the non-compliant battery is withdrawn from their market, and shall inform the Commission accordingly.
If the national measure is considered unjustified, the Member State concerned shall withdraw that measure.
3. Where the national measure is considered justified and the non-compliance of the battery is attributed to shortcomings in the harmonised standards referred to in Article 15 of this Regulation, the Commission shall apply the procedure provided for in Article 11 of Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012.
4. Where the national measure is considered justified and the non-compliance of the battery is attributed to shortcomings in the common specifications referred to in Article 16, the Commission shall, without delay, adopt an implementing act amending or repealing the common specifications concerned. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
Article 81
Compliant batteries which present a risk
1. Where, having carried out an evaluation under Article 79(1), a Member State finds that although a battery is in compliance with Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14, it presents a risk to the human health or safety of persons, to the protection of property or to the environment (‘compliant battery which presents a risk’), it shall without delay require the relevant economic operator to take all appropriate measures, within a reasonable period prescribed by the market surveillance authorities and commensurate with the nature of the risk, to ensure that the compliant battery which presents a risk, when made available on the market, no longer presents that risk, to withdraw that battery from the market or to recall it.
2. The economic operator shall ensure that corrective action is taken in respect of all the compliant batteries which present a risk that the economic operator has made available on the market throughout the Union.
3. The Member State shall immediately inform the Commission and the other Member States where the situation referred to in paragraph 1 occurs. That information shall include all available details, in particular the data necessary for the identification of compliant batteries which present a risk, the origin and the supply chain of such batteries, the nature of the risk involved and the nature and duration of the national measures taken.
4. The Commission shall without delay enter into consultation with the Member States and the relevant economic operator or operators and shall evaluate the national measures taken. On the basis of the results of that evaluation, the Commission shall adopt an implementing act determining whether the national measure is justified or not and, where necessary, proposing appropriate measures. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 90(3).
5. On duly justified imperative grounds of urgency relating to the protection of human health and the safety of persons, and to the protection of property or the environment, the Commission shall adopt an immediately applicable implementing act in accordance with the procedure referred to in Article 90(4).
6. The Commission shall address the implementing act referred to in paragraphs 4 and 5 to all Member States and shall immediately communicate it to them and the relevant economic operator or operators.
Article 82
Joint activities
Market surveillance authorities may carry out joint activities with organisations representing economic operators or end-users. Such joint activities may include the setting up by Member States or market surveillance authorities of battery competence centres, with a view to promoting compliance, identifying non-compliance, raising awareness and providing guidance in relation to the requirements laid down in this Regulation, in accordance with Article 9 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1020.
Article 83
Formal non-compliance
1. Without prejudice to Article 79, where a Member State makes one of the following findings, it shall require the relevant economic operator to put an end to the non-compliance concerned:
(a) the CE marking has been affixed in violation of Article 30 of Regulation (EC) No 765/2008 or of Article 20 of this Regulation;
(b) the CE marking has not been affixed;
(c) the identification number of the notified body, where required under Annex VIII, has been affixed in violation of Article 20 or has not been affixed;
(d) the EU declaration of conformity has not been drawn up or has not been drawn up correctly;
(e) the technical documentation referred to in Annex VIII is either not available, or not complete;
(f) the information referred to in Article 38(7) or Article 41(3) is absent, false or incomplete;
(g) any other administrative requirement provided for in Article 38 or 41 has not been met;
2. Where the non-compliance referred to in paragraph 1 persists, the Member State concerned shall take all appropriate measures to restrict or prohibit the battery being made available on the market or ensure that it is withdrawn from the market or recalled.
Article 84
Non-compliance with due diligence obligations
1. Where a Member State finds that an economic operator does not fulfil its due diligence obligations laid down in Articles 48, 49 and 50, it shall require the relevant economic operator to put an end to the non-compliance concerned.
2. Where the non-compliance referred to in paragraph 1 persists and where there is no other effective means available to put an end to the non-compliance, the Member State concerned shall take all appropriate measures to restrict or prohibit the batteries made available on the market by the economic operator referred to in paragraph 1 from being made available on the market and, if the non-compliance is serious, ensure that they are withdrawn from the market or recalled.
CHAPTER XI
Green public procurement and procedure for amending restrictions on substances
Article 85
Green public procurement
1. Contracting authorities, as defined in Article 2(1), point (1), of Directive 2014/24/EU or Article 3(1) of Directive 2014/25/EU, or contracting entities, as defined in Article 4(1) of Directive 2014/25/EU shall, when procuring batteries or products containing batteries in situations covered by those Directives, take account of the environmental impacts of those batteries over their life cycle with a view to ensuring that such impacts are kept to a minimum.
2. From 12 months after the date of entry into force of the first delegated act referred to in paragraph 3 of this Article, establishing award criteria for procurement procedures, the obligation laid down in paragraph 1 of this Article shall be fulfilled through the application of those award criteria. Any procurement procedure carried out by contracting authorities or contracting entities for the purchase of batteries, or products containing batteries, that fall within the scope of Articles 7 to 10 shall make reference in its technical specifications and award criteria to that first delegated act to ensure that those batteries, or products containing batteries, are procured with significantly lower environmental impacts over their life cycle.
3. The Commission shall, 12 months after the adoption of the latest of the delegated acts referred to in Article 7(2), fourth subparagraph, point (a), Article 8(1), Article 9(2) and Article 10(5), adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 89 supplementing this Regulation by establishing award criteria for procurement procedures for batteries, or products containing batteries, based on the sustainability requirements laid down in Articles 7 to 10.
Article 86
Restriction procedure for substances
1. If the Commission considers that the use of a substance in the manufacture of batteries, or the presence of a substance in the batteries when they are placed on the market, or during their subsequent life cycle stages, including during repurposing or treatment of waste batteries, poses a risk to human health or the environment that is not adequately controlled and needs to be addressed on a Union-wide basis, it shall request the Agency to prepare a restriction dossier which conforms to the requirements of Annex XV to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006. The restriction dossier shall include a socioeconomic assessment, including an analysis of alternatives.
2. Within 12 months of the receipt of the request from the Commission referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article and if the restriction dossier prepared by the Agency pursuant to that paragraph demonstrates that action is necessary on a Union-wide basis, in addition to any measures already in place, the Agency shall suggest restrictions in order to initiate the process described in paragraphs 4 to 9 of this Article and Articles 87 and 88.
3. If a Member State considers that the use of a substance in the manufacture of batteries, or the presence of a substance in the batteries when they are placed on the market, or during their subsequent life cycle stages, including during repurposing or treatment of waste batteries, poses a risk to human health or the environment that is not adequately controlled and needs to be addressed on a Union-wide basis, it shall notify the Agency that it proposes to prepare a restriction dossier. The Member State shall prepare a restriction dossier. The restriction dossier shall include a socioeconomic assessment, including an analysis of alternatives.
If the restriction dossier demonstrates that action on a Union-wide basis is necessary, in addition to any measures already in place, the Member State shall submit it to the Agency in the format set out in Annex XV to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, in order to initiate the process described in paragraphs 4 to 9 of this Article, and Articles 87 and 88.
4. For the purposes of the restriction dossier and the restriction process, the Agency or Member States shall take into account any dossier, chemical safety report or risk assessment submitted to the Agency or a Member State under the Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006. The Agency or Member States shall also take into account any available information and refer to any relevant risk assessment submitted for the purposes of other Union law covering the life cycle of the substance used in the battery, including the waste phase. To this end, other bodies established under Union law and carrying out a similar task shall provide information to the Agency or Member State concerned on request.
5. Access to information held by the Agency in performing the tasks defined in Article 6 of this Regulation and in this Article shall be subject to Article 118 of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006.
6. The Agency shall maintain a list of substances for which a restriction dossier under this Article is planned by or in progress in either the Agency or a Member State.
7. The Committee for Risk Assessment, set up pursuant to Article 76(1)(c) of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, and the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis, set up pursuant to Article 76(1)(d) of that Regulation, shall check whether the restriction dossier submitted conforms to the requirements of Annex XV to that Regulation. Within 30 days of receipt of the dossier, the respective Committee shall inform the Agency or the Member State suggesting restrictions, as to whether the dossier conforms. If the dossier does not conform, the reasons shall be given to the Agency or the Member State in writing within 45 days of receipt. The Agency or the Member State shall bring the dossier into conformity within 60 days of the date of receipt of the reasons from the respective Committee, otherwise the procedure under this Article shall be terminated.
8. The Agency shall publish without delay the intention of the Commission or a Member State to initiate the restriction process for a substance, under this Article, and shall inform stakeholders concerned.
9. The Agency shall make publicly available on its website the restriction dossier, including the restrictions suggested pursuant to paragraphs 2 and 3 without delay, clearly indicating its date of publication. The Agency shall invite all stakeholders concerned to submit individually or jointly, within four months of the date of publication:
(a) comments on the restriction dossier and the suggested restrictions;
(b) a socioeconomic analysis of the suggested restrictions, including an analysis of alternatives, or information which can contribute to such an analysis, examining the advantages and drawbacks of the suggested restrictions. Such analysis shall conform to the requirements of Annex XVI to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006.
10. The delegated acts referred to in Article 6(2) shall be adopted within nine months following the receipt of the opinion of the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis of the Agency referred to in Article 87(2). If the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis does not adopt an opinion by the deadline set in Article 87(2) or (5), as applicable, the Commission shall take into account the socioeconomic impact of the restriction, including the availability of alternatives for the substance and shall adopt a delegated act by the deadline set in Article 87(2).
11. Where the draft amendment to Annex I diverges from the original proposal of the restriction dossier, prepared pursuant to the procedure laid down in this Article and Articles 87 and 88, or if it does not take the opinions from the Agency into account, the Commission shall attach a detailed explanation of the reasons for the differences.
Article 87
Opinion of the Agency’s Committees
1. Within 12 months of the date of publication referred to in Article 86(9), the Committee for Risk Assessment shall adopt an opinion as to whether the suggested restrictions are appropriate in reducing the risk to human health or the environment, based on its consideration of the relevant parts of the restriction dossier. This opinion shall take account of the restriction dossier prepared by the Agency at the request of the Commission or by the Member State, and the views of interested parties referred to in Article 86(9), point (a).
2. Within 15 months of the date of publication referred to in Article 86(9), the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis shall adopt an opinion on the suggested restrictions, based on its consideration of the relevant parts of the restriction dossier and the socioeconomic impact. Prior to that, it shall prepare a draft opinion on the suggested restrictions and on the related socioeconomic impact, taking account of the analyses or information according to Article 86(9), point (b), if there are any.
3. The Agency shall publish the draft opinion of the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis on its website without delay and invite interested parties to provide their comments on the draft opinion no later than 60 days from the publication of that draft opinion.
4. The Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis shall without delay adopt its opinion, taking into account where appropriate further comments received by the deadline set in paragraph 3 of this Article. That opinion shall take account of the comments of interested parties submitted under Article 86(9), point (b), and paragraph 3 of this Article.
5. Where the opinion of the Committee for Risk Assessment diverges significantly from the restrictions suggested in the restriction dossier, the Agency shall postpone the deadline for the opinion of the Committee for Socioeconomic Analysis by a maximum of 90 days.
6. Where the Committees for Risk Assessment and Socioeconomic Analysis provide an opinion pursuant to paragraphs 1 and 2 of this Article, they shall make use of rapporteurs under Article 87 of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 and in line with the conditions provided therein.
Article 88
Submission of an opinion to the Commission
1. The Agency shall submit to the Commission without delay the opinions of the Committees for Risk Assessment and Socioeconomic Analysis on restrictions suggested pursuant to Article 86. Where the opinions of the Committees for Risk Assessment and Socioeconomic Analysis diverge significantly from the suggested restrictions, the Agency shall submit an explanatory note to the Commission providing a detailed explanation of the reasons for such differences. If one or both of the Committees do not adopt an opinion by the deadline set in Article 87(1) and (2), respectively, the Agency shall inform the Commission accordingly, stating the reasons.
2. The Agency shall publish the opinions of the two Committees on its website without delay.
3. The Agency shall provide the Commission or a Member State on request with all documents and evidence submitted to or considered by it.
CHAPTER XII
Delegated powers and committee procedure
Article 89
Exercise of the delegation
1. The power to adopt delegated acts is conferred on the Commission subject to the conditions laid down in this Article.
2. The power to adopt delegated acts referred to in Article 6(2), Article 7(1), (2) and (3), Article 8(1) and (5), Article 9(2), Article 10(5) and (6), Article 11(4), Article 12(3), Article 13(8), Article 14(4), Article 48(8), Article 53(3), Article 59(7), Article 60(8), Article 70(4), Article 71(4), (5) and (6), Article 72(4), Article 77(2) and (3), and Article 85(3) shall be conferred on the Commission for a period of five years from 17 August 2023. The Commission shall draw up a report in respect of the delegation of power no later than nine months before the end of the five-year period. The delegation of power shall be tacitly extended for periods of an identical duration, unless the European Parliament or the Council opposes such extension no later than three months before the end of each period.
3. The delegation of power referred to in Article 6(2), Article 7(1), (2) and (3), Article 8(1) and(5), Article 9(2), Article 10(5) and (6), Article 11(4), Article 12(3), Article 13(8), Article 14(4), Article 48(8), Article 53(3), Article 59(7), Article 60(8), Article 70(4), Article 71(4), (5) and (6), Article 72(4), Article 77(2) and (3), and Article 85(3) may be revoked at any time by the European Parliament or by the Council. A decision to revoke shall put an end to the delegation of the power specified in that decision. It shall take effect the day following the publication of the decision in the Official Journal of the European Union or at a later date specified therein. It shall not affect the validity of any delegated acts already in force.
4. Before adopting a delegated act, the Commission shall consult experts designated by each Member State in accordance with the principles laid down in the Interinstitutional Agreement of 13 April 2016 on Better Law-Making.
5. As soon as it adopts a delegated act, the Commission shall notify it simultaneously to the European Parliament and to the Council.
6. A delegated act adopted pursuant to Article 6(2), Article 7(1), (2) and (3), Article 8(1) and (5), Article 9(2), Article 10(5) and(6), Article 11(4), Article 12(3), Article 13(8), Article 14(4), Article 48(8), Article 53(3), Article 59(7), Article 60(8), Article 70(4), Article 71(4), (5) and (6), Article 72(4), Article 77(2) and (3), or 85(3) shall enter into force only if no objection has been expressed either by the European Parliament or the Council within a period of three months of notification of that act to the European Parliament and the Council or if, before the expiry of that period, the European Parliament and the Council have both informed the Commission that they will not object. That period shall be extended by two months at the initiative of the European Parliament or of the Council.
Article 90
Committee procedure
1. The Commission shall be assisted by the committee established by Article 39 of Directive 2008/98/EC. That committee shall be a committee within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011.
2. Where reference is made to this paragraph, Article 4 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply.
3. Where reference is made to this paragraph, Article 5 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply.
Where the committee delivers no opinion, the Commission shall not adopt the draft implementing act and Article 5(4), third subparagraph, of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply.
4. Where reference is made to this paragraph, Article 8 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011, in conjunction with Article 5 thereof, shall apply.
CHAPTER XIII
Amendments
Article 91
Amendments to Regulation (EU) 2019/1020
Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 is amended as follows:
(1) in Article 4(5), the text ‘(EU) 2016/42535 and (EU) 2016/42636’ is replaced by the following:; ‘(EU) 2016/425 (*1), (EU) 2016/426 (*2) and (EU) 2023/1542 (*3); (*1) Regulation (EU) 2016/425 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on personal protective equipment and repealing Council Directive 89/686/EEC (OJ L 81, 31.3.2016, p. 51)."; (*2) Regulation (EU) 2016/426 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on appliances burning gaseous fuels and repealing Directive 2009/142/EC (OJ L 81, 31.3.2016, p. 99)."; (*3) Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 July 2023 concerning batteries and waste batteries, amending Directive 2008/98/EC and Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and repealing Directive 2006/66/EC (OJ L 191, 28.7.2023, p. 1).’;"
(2) in Annex I, point 21 of the list of Union harmonisation legislation is replaced by the following:; ‘21. Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 July 2023 concerning batteries and waste batteries, amending Directive 2008/98/EC and Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and repealing Directive 2006/66/EC (OJ L 191, 28.7.2023, p. 1) ;’.
Article 92
Amendment to Directive 2008/98/EC
In Article 8a(7) of Directive 2008/98/EC, the following subparagraph is added:
‘For batteries, as defined in Article 2, point (1), of Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of Council (*4), Member States shall take measures to ensure that extended producer responsibility schemes that have been established before 4 July 2018, comply with this Article by 18 August 2025.
(*4) Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 July 2023 concerning batteries and waste batteries, amending Directive 2008/98/EC and Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and repealing Directive 2006/66/EC (OJ L 191, 28.7.2023, p. 1).’."
CHAPTER XIV
Final provisions
Article 93
Penalties
By 18 August 2025 Member States shall lay down the rules on penalties applicable to infringements of this Regulation and shall take all measures necessary to ensure that they are implemented. The penalties provided for shall be effective, proportionate and dissuasive. Member States shall, without delay, notify the Commission of those rules and of those measures and shall notify it, without delay, of any subsequent amendment affecting them.
Article 94
Review
1. By 30 June 2031, the Commission shall review and draw up a report on the application of this Regulation and its impact on the environment, human health and the functioning of the internal market and submit it to the European Parliament and to the Council.
2. Taking account of technical progress and practical experience gained in Member States, the Commission shall, in its report, include an evaluation on the following aspects of this Regulation:
(a) the list of common formats falling under the definition of portable batteries of general use;
(b) the sustainability and safety requirements laid down in Chapter II, including the possible need to introduce an export ban on batteries which are non-compliant with the restrictions set out in Annex I;
(c) the labelling and information requirements laid down in Chapter III;
(d) the battery due diligence requirements laid down in Articles 48 to 53;
(e) the measures regarding management of waste batteries laid down in Chapter VIII, including the possibility of introducing two sub-categories of portable batteries namely rechargeable and non-rechargeable portable batteries, with separate collection targets, and of introducing a separate collection target for portable batteries of general use;
(f) the measures regarding the battery passport set out in Chapter IX;
(g) infringements and the effectiveness, proportionality and dissuasiveness of penalties as set out in Article 93;
(h) analysis of the impact of this Regulation on the competitiveness of, and on the investments in, the batteries sector, and of the administrative burden resulting from this Regulation.
Where appropriate, the report referred to in paragraph 1 shall be accompanied by a legislative proposal for amendment of the relevant provisions of this Regulation.
3. Taking into account the revision of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, the Commission shall in its report include a specific evaluation of the need for a legislative proposal to amend Articles 6, 86, 87 and 88 of this Regulation.
4. The Commission shall assess whether any amendment to Chapter VII is necessary in the light of the adoption, if any, of Union legislative acts laying down rules on sustainable corporate governance and due diligence, including obligations for companies regarding human rights adverse impacts and environmental adverse impacts in relation to their own operations, the operations of their subsidiaries and branches, and their value chain operations.
The Commission shall publish a report containing the results of such assessment by 12 months after the date of entry into force of any of the legislative acts referred to in the first subparagraph, or by 30 June 2031, whichever is the earliest. Where appropriate, the Commission shall accompany its report with a legislative proposal amending Chapter VII.
5. By 30 June 2031, the Commission shall submit a report to the European Parliament and the Council assessing the feasibility and the technical consequences of extending the scope of the definition of ‘LMT battery’ in Article 3, point (11), in particular by including batteries powering non-wheeled vehicles. The report shall be accompanied, where appropriate, by a legislative proposal.
6. By 1 January 2025, the Commission shall assess how best to introduce harmonised standards for a common charger for, respectively, rechargeable batteries designed for light means of transport, as well as for rechargeable batteries incorporated into specific categories of electrical and electronic equipment covered by Directive 2012/19/EU. Charging devices for categories and classes of radio equipment under Article 3(4) of Directive 2014/53/EU shall be excluded from the scope of that assessment.
Article 95
Repeal and transitional rules
Directive 2006/66/EC is repealed with effect from 18 August 2025.
However, the following provisions shall continue to apply as set out below:
(a) Article 11 until 18 February 2027;
(b) Article 12(4) and (5) until 31 December 2025, except as regards the provision concerning transmission of data to the Commission which shall continue to apply until 30 June 2027;
(c) Article 21(2) until 18 August 2026.
References to the repealed Directive shall be construed as references to this Regulation.
Article 96
Entry into force and application
1. This Regulation shall enter into force on the twentieth day following that of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
2. It shall apply from 18 February 2024, save as set out in the second subparagraph and in other provisions of this Regulation.
The following provisions shall apply as follows:
(a) Article 11 shall apply from 18 February 2027;
(b) Article 17 and Chapter VI shall apply from 18 August 2024, except for Article 17(2) which shall apply from 12 months after the date of the first publication of the list referred to in Article 30(2);
(c) Chapter VIII shall apply from 18 August 2025.
This Regulation shall be binding in its entirety and directly applicable in all Member States.
Done at Strasbourg, 12 July 2023.
For the European Parliament
The President
R. METSOLA
For the Council
The President
P. NAVARRO RÍOS
(1) OJ C 220, 9.6.2021, p. 128.
(2) Position of the European Parliament of 14 June 2023 (not yet published in the Official Journal) and decision of the Council of 28 June 2023.
(3) Directive 2006/66/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 6 September 2006 on batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators and repealing Directive 91/157/EEC (OJ L 266, 26.9.2006, p. 1).
(4) Directive 2009/48/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 June 2009 on the safety of toys (OJ L 170, 30.6.2009, p. 1).
(5) Directive (EU) 2019/771 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 May 2019 on certain aspects concerning contracts for the sale of goods, amending Regulation (EU) 2017/2394 and Directive 2009/22/EC, and repealing Directive 1999/44/EC (OJ L 136, 22.5.2019, p. 28).
(6) Regulation (EU) 2018/858 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 30 May 2018 on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles, amending Regulations (EC) No 715/2007 and (EC) No 595/2009 and repealing Directive 2007/46/EC (OJ L 151, 14.6.2018, p. 1).
(7) Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), establishing a European Chemicals Agency, amending Directive 1999/45/EC and repealing Council Regulation (EEC) No 793/93 and Commission Regulation (EC) No 1488/94 as well as Council Directive 76/769/EEC and Commission Directives 91/155/EEC, 93/67/EEC, 93/105/EC and 2000/21/EC (OJ L 396, 30.12.2006, p. 1).
(8) Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, amending and repealing Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC, and amending Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (OJ L 353, 31.12.2008, p. 1).
(9) Directive 2000/53/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 September 2000 on end-of life vehicles (OJ L 269, 21.10.2000, p. 34).
(10) Commission Regulation (EU) No 617/2013 of 26 June 2013 implementing Directive 2009/125/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to ecodesign requirements for computers and computer servers (OJ L 175, 27.6.2013, p. 13).
(11) Directive 2009/125/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 21 October 2009 establishing a framework for the setting of ecodesign requirements for energy-related products (OJ L 285, 31.10.2009, p. 10).
(12) Regulation (EU) 2017/745 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 April 2017 on medical devices, amending Directive 2001/83/EC, Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 and Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and repealing Council Directives 90/385/EEC and 93/42/EEC (OJ L 117, 5.5.2017, p. 1).
(13) Regulation (EU) 2017/746 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 April 2017 on in vitro diagnostic medical devices and repealing Directive 98/79/EC and Commission Decision 2010/227/EU (OJ L 117, 5.5.2017, p. 176).
(14) Regulation (EU) 2019/2144 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 November 2019 on type-approval requirements for motor vehicles and their trailers, and systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles, as regards their general safety and the protection of vehicle occupants and vulnerable road users, amending Regulation (EU) 2018/858 of the European Parliament and of the Council and repealing Regulations (EC) No 78/2009, (EC) No 79/2009 and (EC) No 661/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council and Commission Regulations (EC) No 631/2009, (EU) No 406/2010, (EU) No 672/2010, (EU) No 1003/2010, (EU) No 1005/2010, (EU) No 1008/2010, (EU) No 1009/2010, (EU) No 19/2011, (EU) No 109/2011, (EU) No 458/2011, (EU) No 65/2012, (EU) No 130/2012, (EU) No 347/2012, (EU) No 351/2012, (EU) No 1230/2012 and (EU) 2015/166 (OJ L 325, 16.12.2019, p. 1).
(15) Directive 2001/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 3 December 2001 on general product safety (OJ L 11, 15.1.2002, p. 4).
(16) Directive 2014/53/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014 on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of radio equipment and repealing Directive 1999/5/EC (OJ L 153, 22.5.2014, p. 62).
(17) Directive (EU) 2019/882 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 April 2019 on the accessibility requirements for products and services (OJ L 151, 7.6.2019, p. 70).
(18) Directive (EU) 2019/944 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 June 2019 on common rules for the internal market for electricity and amending Directive 2012/27/EU (OJ L 158, 14.6.2019, p. 125).
(19) Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 25 October 2012 on European standardisation, amending Council Directives 89/686/EEC and 93/15/EEC and Directives 94/9/EC, 94/25/EC, 95/16/EC, 97/23/EC, 98/34/EC, 2004/22/EC, 2007/23/EC, 2009/23/EC and 2009/105/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council and repealing Council Decision 87/95/EEC and Decision No 1673/2006/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (OJ L 316, 14.11.2012, p. 12).
(20) Regulation (EC) No 765/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 July 2008 setting out the requirements for accreditation and repealing Regulation (EEC) No 339/93 (OJ L 218, 13.8.2008, p. 30).
(21) Decision No 768/2008/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 July 2008 on a common framework for the marketing of products, and repealing Council Decision 93/465/EEC (OJ L 218, 13.8.2008, p. 82).
(22) Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 June 2019 on market surveillance and compliance of products and amending Directive 2004/42/EC and Regulations (EC) No 765/2008 and (EU) No 305/2011 (OJ L 169, 25.6.2019, p. 1).
(23) Regulation (EU) 2017/821 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 May 2017 laying down supply chain due diligence obligations for Union importers of tin, tantalum and tungsten, their ores, and gold originating from conflict-affected and high-risk areas (OJ L 130, 19.5.2017, p. 1).
(24) OJ L 282, 19.10.2016, p. 4.
(25) Directive 2008/98/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 November 2008 on waste and repealing certain Directives (OJ L 312, 22.11.2008, p. 3).
(26) Directive 2012/19/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 July 2012 on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) (OJ L 197, 24.7.2012, p. 38).
(27) Directive 2011/83/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 25 October 2011 on consumer rights, amending Council Directive 93/13/EEC and Directive 1999/44/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council and repealing Council Directive 85/577/EEC and Directive 97/7/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (OJ L 304, 22.11.2011, p. 64).
(28) Regulation (EU) 2022/2065 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 October 2022 on a Single Market For Digital Services and amending Directive 2000/31/EC (Digital Services Act) (OJ L 277, 27.10.2022, p. 1).
(29) Regulation (EC) No 1059/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 May 2003 on the establishment of a common classification of territorial units for statistics (NUTS) (OJ L 154, 21.6.2003, p. 1).
(30) Council Directive 1999/31/EC of 26 April 1999 on the landfill of waste (OJ L 182, 16.7.1999, p. 1).
(31) Directive 2010/75/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 24 November 2010 on industrial emissions (integrated pollution prevention and control) (OJ L 334, 17.12.2010, p. 17).
(32) Commission Regulation (EU) No 493/2012 of 11 June 2012 laying down, pursuant to Directive 2006/66/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council, detailed rules regarding the calculation of recycling efficiencies of the recycling processes of waste batteries and accumulators (OJ L 151, 12.6.2012, p. 9).
(33) Regulation (EC) No 1221/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 25 November 2009 on the voluntary participation by organisations in a Community eco-management and audit scheme (EMAS), repealing Regulation (EC) No 761/2001 and Commission Decisions 2001/681/EC and 2006/193/EC (OJ L 342, 22.12.2009, p. 1).
(34) Regulation (EC) No 1013/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 14 June 2006 on shipments of waste (OJ L 190, 12.7.2006, p. 1).
(35) Commission Regulation (EC) No 1418/2007 of 29 November 2007 concerning the export for recovery of certain waste listed in Annex III or IIIA to Regulation (EC) No 1013/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council to certain countries to which the OECD Decision on the control of transboundary movements of wastes does not apply (OJ L 316, 4.12.2007, p. 6).
(36) Commission Decision 2000/532/EC of 3 May 2000 replacing Decision 94/3/EC establishing a list of wastes pursuant to Article 1(a) of Council Directive 75/442/EEC on waste and Council Decision 94/904/EC establishing a list of hazardous waste pursuant to Article 1(4) of Council Directive 91/689/EEC on hazardous waste (OJ L 226, 6.9.2000, p. 3.).
(37) Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2022/1267 of 20 July 2022 specifying the procedures for the designation of Union testing facilities for the purposes of market surveillance and verification of product compliance in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 of the European Parliament and of the Council (OJ L 192, 21.7.2022, p. 21).
(38) Directive 2014/24/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 February 2014 on public procurement and repealing Directive 2004/18/EC (OJ L 94, 28.3.2014, p. 65).
(39) Directive 2014/25/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 February 2014 on procurement by entities operating in the water, energy, transport and postal services sectors and repealing Directive 2004/17/EC (OJ L 94, 28.3.2014, p. 243).
(40) OJ L 123, 12.5.2016, p. 1.
(41) Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 February 2011 laying down the rules and general principles concerning mechanisms for control by Member States of the Commission’s exercise of implementing powers (OJ L 55, 28.2.2011, p. 13).
(42) Council Directive 2009/71/Euratom of 25 June 2009 establishing a Community framework for the nuclear safety of nuclear installations (OJ L 172, 2.7.2009, p. 18).
(43) Regulation (EU) No 168/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 January 2013 on the approval and market surveillance of two- or three-wheel vehicles and quadricycles (OJ L 60, 2.3.2013, p. 52).
(44) Directive 2004/109/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 December 2004 on the harmonisation of transparency requirements in relation to information about issuers whose securities are admitted to trading on a regulated market and amending Directive 2001/34/EC (OJ L 390, 31.12.2004, p. 38).
(45) Regulation (EU) 2019/943 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 June 2019 on the internal market for electricity (OJ L 158, 14.6.2019, p. 54).
(46) Directive 2008/68/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 24 September 2008 on the inland transport of dangerous goods (OJ L 260, 30.9.2008, p. 13).
ANNEX I
RESTRICTION ON SUBSTANCES
| Column 1; Designation of the substance or group of substances | Column 2; Conditions of restriction |
|---|---|
| 1. Mercury; CAS No 7439-97-6; EC No 231-106-7 and its compounds | Batteries, whether or not incorporated into appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, shall not contain more than 0,0005 % of mercury (expressed as mercury metal) by weight. |
| 2. Cadmium; CAS No 7440-43-9; EC No 231-152-8 and its compounds | Portable batteries, whether or not incorporated into appliances, light means of transport or other vehicles, shall not contain more than 0,002 % of cadmium (expressed as cadmium metal) by weight. |
| 3. Lead; CAS No 7439-92-1; EC No 231-100-4 and its compounds | 1. From 18 August 2024, portable batteries, whether or not incorporated into appliances, shall not contain more than 0,01 % of lead (expressed as lead metal) by weight.; 2. The restriction set out in point 1 shall not apply to portable zinc-air button cells until 18 August 2028. |
ANNEX II
CARBON FOOTPRINT
1. Scope
This Annex provides essential elements on how to calculate the carbon footprint.
The methodology for calculation and verification of the carbon footprint to be provided for by means of the delegated act adopted pursuant to Article 7 shall build on the essential elements included in this Annex, be in compliance with the latest version of the Commission Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) method and relevant Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules (PEFCRs) and reflect the international agreements and technical/scientific progress in the area of life cycle assessment.
The calculation of the life cycle carbon footprint shall be based on the bill of materials, the energy and the auxiliary materials used in a specific manufacturing plant to produce a specific battery model. In particular, the electronic components, for example battery management units and safety units, and the cathode materials shall be accurately identified, as they can become the main contributor for the battery carbon footprint.
2. Definitions
For the purposes of this Annex, the following definitions apply:
(a) ‘activity data’ means the information associated with processes while modelling Life Cycle Inventories (LCI), whereby the aggregated LCI results of the process chains that represent the activities of a process are each multiplied by the corresponding activity data and then combined to derive the carbon footprint associated with that process;
(b) ‘bill of materials’ means a list of the raw materials, sub-assemblies, intermediate assemblies, sub-components and parts, and the quantities of each, needed to manufacture the battery;
(c) ‘company-specific data’ means data that are directly measured or collected from one or multiple facilities (site-specific data) that are representative of the activities of the company, such data are also known as ‘primary data’;
(d) ‘functional unit’ means the qualitative and quantitative aspects of the functions, services, or both, provided by the battery;
(e) ‘life cycle’ means the consecutive and interlinked stages of a product system, from raw material acquisition or generation from natural resources to final disposal (ISO 14040:2006 or an equivalent standard);
(f) ‘life cycle inventory (LCI)’ means the combined set of exchanges of elementary, waste and product flows in an LCI dataset;
(g) ‘life cycle inventory (LCI) dataset’ means a document or file with life cycle information on a specified product or other reference, such as the site or process, covering descriptive metadata and quantitative life cycle inventory, which could include a unit process dataset, partially aggregated or an aggregated dataset;
(h) ‘reference flow’ means the measure of the outputs from processes in a given product system required to fulfil the function expressed by the functional unit (based on ISO 14040:2006 or an equivalent standard);
(i) ‘secondary data’ means data that are not directly collected or measured from a specific process within the supply-chain of the company or estimated by that company, but that are sourced from a third party LCI database or other sources; such data include industry average data, for example from published production data, government statistics, and industry associations, as well as literature studies, engineering studies and patents, and can also be based on financial data, and contain proxy data and other generic data; and also include primary data that go through a horizontal aggregation step;
(j) ‘system boundary’ means the aspects included or excluded from the life cycle stages.
Additionally, the harmonised rules for the calculation of the carbon footprint of batteries shall include any further definition necessary for their interpretation.
3. Functional unit and reference flow
The functional unit is defined as one kWh (kilowatt-hour) of the total energy provided by the battery system over the battery’s service life, measured in kWh. The total energy is obtained from the number of cycles multiplied by the amount of delivered energy over each cycle.
The reference flow is the weight of battery needed to fulfil a specific function and shall be measured in kg of battery per kWh of the total energy delivered by the battery over its service life. All quantitative input and output data collected by the manufacturer to quantify the carbon footprint shall be calculated in relation to the reference flow.
By way of exception to the first paragraph, for back-up batteries that have as their primary function to ensure continuity of a power source, the functional unit is defined as the ability to provide one kWmin (kilowatt-minute) of backup power capability at any moment over the lifetime of the battery. Accordingly, the reference flow for back-up batteries is the weight of battery needed to fulfil the defined function and shall be measured in kg of battery per kWmin of backup power capability divided by the service life of the battery in years. All quantitative input and output data collected by manufacturers of back-up batteries to quantify the carbon footprint shall be calculated in relation to that reference flow.
In exceptional cases, such as for batteries for hybrid non -plug-in vehicles, the methodology may define a different functional unit.
4. System boundary
The following life cycle stages and the processes involved therein shall be included in the system boundary:
| Life cycle stage | Processes involved |
|---|---|
| Raw material acquisition and pre-processing | Includes mining and other relevant sourcing, pre-processing and transport of active materials, up to the manufacturing of battery cells and battery components (active materials, separator, electrolyte, casings, active and passive battery components), and electric or electronic components. |
| Main product production | Assembly of battery cells and assembly of batteries with the battery cells and the electric or electronic components |
| Distribution | Transport to the point of sale |
| End of life and recycling | Collection, dismantling and recycling |
The following processes involved in the life cycle stages shall be excluded from the system boundary:
— manufacturing of equipment for the assembly and recycling of batteries, as carbon footprint impacts have been calculated as negligible in the PEFCRs for high specific energy rechargeable batteries for mobile applications;
— the battery assembly process using the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) system components; this process corresponds for the most part to mechanical assembly and it is included inside the OEM equipment or vehicle assembly line; the consumption of energy and material for this specific process is negligible when compared to the manufacturing process of OEM components.
The use phase shall be excluded from the life cycle carbon footprint calculations, as it is not under the direct influence of manufacturers except where it is demonstrated that choices made by battery manufacturers at the design stage can make a non-negligible contribution to that impact.
5. Use of company-specific and secondary datasets
Due to the high number of battery components and the complexity of manufacturing processes, the economic operator shall limit, where justified, the use of company specific data to process and component analysis of the battery-specific parts.
In particular, all activity data related to the battery’s anode, cathode, electrolyte, separator and cell-casing shall refer to a specific battery model produced in a specific production plant. Accordingly, no default activity data shall be used. The battery-specific activity data shall be used in combination with the relevant PEF-compliant secondary datasets.
As the carbon footprint declaration is specific to a battery model produced in a defined production site, sampling of data collected from different plants producing the same battery model shall not be allowed.
Where there is a change in the bill of materials or energy mix used to produce a battery model, the carbon footprint for that battery model shall be recalculated.
The harmonised rules to be provided for via a delegated act as referred to in Article 7(1) shall include detailed modelling of the following life cycle stages:
— raw material acquisition and pre-processing,
— production,
— distribution,
— own electricity production,
— end of life.
6. Carbon footprint impact assessment
The carbon footprint of the battery shall be calculated using the ‘climate change’ life cycle impact assessment method recommended in the 2019 Joint Research Centre report entitled ‘Suggestions for updating the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) method’.
The results shall be provided as characterised results without normalisation and weighting. The list of characterization factors to be used is available at the European Platform on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA).
7. Offsets
Offsets are calculated relative to a baseline that represents a hypothetical scenario for what emissions would have been in the absence of the mitigation project that generates the offsets.
Offsets shall not be included in the carbon footprint declaration, but may be reported separately as additional environmental information and used for communication purposes.
8. Carbon footprint performance classes
Depending on the distribution of the values in the carbon footprint declarations of batteries placed on the market, a meaningful number of classes of performance shall be identified, with category A being the best class with the lowest carbon footprint life cycle impact, to enable market differentiation of the battery categories referred to in Article 7(1).
The setting of the threshold for each class of performance, as well as the width of that class, shall be based on the distribution of performances of the battery categories referred to in Article 7(1) placed on the market in the previous three years, the expected technological improvements, and other technical factors.
9. Maximum carbon thresholds
Based on the information collected through the carbon footprint declarations and the relative distribution of the carbon footprint performance classes of battery models placed on the market, and taking into account the scientific and technical progress in the field, the Commission shall set maximum life cycle carbon footprint thresholds for the battery categories referred to in Article 7(1), after having carried out a dedicated impact assessment to determine the values for the thresholds.
In setting maximum life cycle carbon footprint thresholds referred to in the first subparagraph, the Commission shall take into account the relative distribution of the carbon footprint values for batteries on the market, the extent of progress in reducing the carbon footprint of batteries placed on the market and the actual and potential contribution of those life cycle carbon footprint thresholds to the Union’s objectives on sustainable mobility and climate neutrality by 2050.
ANNEX III
ELECTROCHEMICAL PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY PARAMETERS FOR PORTABLE BATTERIES OF GENERAL USE
Part A
Parameters for non-rechargeable batteries
Minimum average duration: minimum average time reached by a sample of batteries on discharge when used under specific conditions, such as temperature and relative humidity.
Delayed discharge performance: the relative decrease of the minimum average duration, with the initially measured minimum average duration as the reference point, after a defined period and under specific conditions, such as temperature and relative humidity.
Resistance to leakage: resistance to unplanned escape of electrolyte, gas or other material.
Part B
Parameters for rechargeable batteries
Rated capacity: the capacity value of a battery, under specific conditions, such as temperature and relative humidity, and declared by the manufacturer.
Charge (capacity) (1) retention: the capacity that a battery can deliver after storage, under specific conditions, such as temperature and relative humidity, for a specific time, without a subsequent recharge and expressed as a percentage of the rated capacity.
Charge (capacity) recovery: the capacity that a battery can deliver with a subsequent recharge after storage, under specific conditions, such as temperature and relative humidity, for a specific time and expressed as percentage of the rated capacity.
Endurance in cycles the number of charge and discharge cycles a battery can perform under specific conditions, such as temperature and relative humidity, before the capacity drops below a specified fraction of the rated capacity.
Resistance to leakage: resistance to unplanned escape of electrolyte, gas or other material.
(1) IEC mentions charge and capacity. Both represent the same physical quantity (charge); the only difference is that charge is expressed in C = A*s whereas capacity is expressed in A*h. In practice, capacity is used in most cases.
ANNEX IV
ELECTROCHEMICAL PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR LMT BATTERIES, INDUSTRIAL BATTERIES WITH A CAPACITY GREATER THAN 2 KWH AND ELECTRIC VEHICLE BATTERIES
For the purposes of this Annex the following definitions apply:
(1) ‘Rated capacity’ means the total number of ampere-hours (Ah) that can be withdrawn from a fully charged battery under reference conditions.
(2) ‘Capacity fade’ means the decrease over time and upon usage in the amount of charge that a battery can deliver at the rated voltage, with respect to the original rated capacity.
(3) ‘Power’ means the amount of energy that a battery is capable of providing over a given period under reference conditions.
(4) ‘Power fade’ means the decrease over time and upon usage in the amount of power that a battery can deliver at the rated voltage.
(5) ‘Internal resistance’ means the opposition to the flow of current within a cell or a battery under reference conditions, that is, the sum of electronic resistance and ionic resistance to the contribution to total effective resistance including inductive/capacitive properties.
(6) ‘Energy round trip efficiency’ means the ratio of the net energy delivered by a battery during a discharge test to the total energy required to restore the initial state of charge by a standard charge.
Part A
Parameters related to electrochemical performance and durability
Rated capacity (in Ah) and capacity fade (in %).
Power (in W) and power fade (in %).
Internal resistance (in Ω) and internal resistance increase (in %).
Where applicable, energy round trip efficiency and its fade (in %).
The expected life-time of the battery under the reference conditions for which it has been designed, in terms of cycles, except for non-cycle applications, and calendar years.
Part B
Elements to explain the measurements for parameters listed in Part A
Applied discharge rate and charge rate.
Ratio between nominal battery power (W) and battery energy (Wh).
Depth of discharge in the cycle-life test.
Power capability at 80 % and 20 % state of charge.
Any calculations performed with the measured parameters, if applicable.
ANNEX V
SAFETY PARAMETERS
1. Thermal shock and cycling
This test shall be designed to evaluate changes in the integrity of the battery arising from expansion and contraction of cell components upon exposure to extreme and sudden changes in temperature, and potential consequences of such changes. During a thermal shock, the battery shall be exposed to two temperature limits and held at each temperature limit for a specified period.
2. External short circuit protection
This test shall evaluate the safety performance of a battery when applying an external short circuit. The test can evaluate the activation of the overcurrent protection device or the ability of cells to withstand the current without reaching a hazardous situation (e.g. thermal runaway, explosion, fire). The main risk factors are heat generation at cell level and electrical arcing, which can damage circuitry or lead to reduced isolation resistance.
3. Overcharge protection
This test shall evaluate the safety performance of a battery in overcharge situations. The main safety risks during overcharge are the decomposition of the electrolyte, cathode and anode breakdown, exothermic decomposition of the solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) layer, separator degradation, and lithium plating, which can lead to self-heating of the battery and thermal runaway. The factors affecting the outcome of the test shall, as a minimum, include, the charging rate and the finally reached state of charge. The protection can be ensured either by voltage control (interruption after reaching the limit charging voltage) or current control (interruption after exceeding maximum charging current).
4. Over-discharge protection
This test shall evaluate the safety performance of a battery in over-discharge situations. Safety risks during over-discharge include polarity reversal leading to oxidation of the anode current collector (Copper) and to plating on the cathode side. Even minor over-discharge can cause dendrite formation and ultimately short-circuiting.
5. Over-temperature protection
This test shall evaluate the effect of temperature control failure or failure of other features for protection against internal overheating during operation.
6. Thermal propagation protection
This test shall evaluate the safety performance of a battery in thermal propagation situations. A thermal runaway in one cell can cause a cascading reaction throughout the entire battery which can be composed of numerous cells. It can lead to severe consequences including a significant gas release. The test shall take into account the tests that are under development for transport applications by ISO and the UN Global Technical Regulation.
7. Mechanical damage by external forces
These tests shall simulate one or more situations in which a battery is accidentally exposed to mechanical stresses and remains operational for the purpose for which it was designed. The criteria to simulate these situations should reflect real life uses.
8. Internal short circuit
This test shall evaluate the safety performance of a battery in internal short-circuit situations. The occurrence of internal short circuits, one of the main concerns for battery manufacturers, potentially leads to venting, thermal runaway, and sparking which can ignite the electrolyte vapours escaping from the cell. The generation of such internal short circuits can be triggered by manufacturing imperfections, the presence of impurities in the cells or dendritic growth of lithium, and is the cause of most in-field safety incidents. Multiple internal short circuit scenarios are possible (e.g. electrical contact of cathode/anode, aluminium current collector/copper current collector, aluminium current collector/anode) each with a different contact resistance.
9. Thermal abuse
During this test, the battery shall be exposed to elevated temperatures (in IEC 62619 the temperature is 85 °C) which can trigger exothermal decomposition reactions and lead to a thermal runaway in the cell.
10. Fire test
The risk of explosion shall be assessed by exposing the battery to fire.
11. Emission of gases
Batteries can contain significant amounts of potentially hazardous materials, for example highly flammable electrolytes, corrosive and toxic components. If exposed to certain conditions, the integrity of the battery could be compromised, resulting in the release of hazardous gases. Therefore, it is important to identify emissions of gases from substances released from the battery during tests: the risk of toxic gases emitted from non-aqueous electrolytes shall be properly taken into account for all safety parameters listed in points 1 to 10.
ANNEX VI
LABELLING, MARKING AND INFORMATION REQUIREMENTS
Part A: General information on batteries
Information on the label of a battery shall comprise the following information regarding the battery:
information identifying the manufacturer in accordance with Article 38(7);
the battery category and information identifying the battery in accordance with Article 38(6);
the place of manufacture (geographical location of a battery manufacturing plant);
the date of manufacture (month and year);
the weight;
the capacity;
the chemistry;
the hazardous substances present in the battery, other than mercury, cadmium or lead;
usable extinguishing agent;
critical raw materials present in the battery in a concentration of more than 0,1 % weight by weight.
Part B: Symbol for separate collection of batteries
Part C: QR code
The QR code shall be in high contrast to the background colour and of a size that is easily readable by a commonly available QR reader, such as those integrated in hand-held communication devices.
ANNEX VII
PARAMETERS FOR DETERMINING THE STATE OF HEALTH AND EXPECTED LIFETIME OF BATTERIES
Part A
Parameters for determining the state of health of electric vehicle batteries, stationary battery energy storage systems and LMT batteries:
For electric vehicle batteries:
state of certified energy (SOCE).
For stationary battery energy storage systems and LMT batteries:
the remaining capacity;
where possible, the remaining power capability;
where possible, the remaining round trip efficiency;
the evolution of self-discharging rates;
where possible, the ohmic resistance.
Part B
Parameters for determining the expected lifetime of stationary battery energy storage systems and LMT batteries:
the date of manufacture of the battery and, where appropriate, the date of putting into service;
the energy throughput;
the capacity throughput;
the tracking of harmful events, such as the number of deep discharge events, time spent in extreme temperatures, time spent charging in extreme temperatures;
the number of full equivalent charge-discharge cycles.
ANNEX VIII
CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES
Part A
MODULE A – INTERNAL PRODUCTION CONTROL
1. Description of the module
Internal production control is the conformity assessment procedure whereby the manufacturer fulfils the obligations set out in points 2, 3 and 4, and ensures and declares on its sole responsibility that the batteries concerned meet the requirements laid down in Articles 6, 9, 10, 12, 13 and 14 that apply to them.
2. Technical documentation
The manufacturer shall draw up the technical documentation. The documentation shall make it possible to assess the battery’s conformity with the relevant requirements referred to in point 1 and shall include an adequate analysis and assessment of the risks.
The technical documentation shall specify the applicable requirements and cover, as far as relevant for the assessment, the design, manufacture and operation of the battery. The technical documentation shall, where applicable, contain at least the following elements:
(a) a general description of the battery and its intended use;
(b) the conceptual design and manufacturing drawings and schemes of components, sub-assemblies and circuits;
(c) the descriptions and explanations necessary for the understanding of the drawings and schemes referred to in point (b) and the operation of the battery;
(d) a specimen of the label required in accordance with Article 13;
(e) a list of the harmonised standards referred to in Article 15, applied in full or in part, including an indication of which parts have been applied, a list of the common specifications referred to in Article 16, applied in full or in part, including an indication of which parts have been applied, and a list of other relevant technical specifications used for measurement or calculation purposes;
(f) where the harmonised standards and the common specifications referred to in point (e) have not been applied or are not available, a description of the solutions adopted to meet the applicable requirements laid down in Articles 6, 9, 10, 12, 13 and 14 or to verify the compliance of batteries with those requirements;
(g) the results of design calculations made and the examinations carried out, and the technical or documentary evidence used; and
(h) the test reports.
3. Manufacturing
The manufacturer shall take all measures necessary so that the manufacturing process and the monitoring thereof ensure the batteries comply with the technical documentation referred to in point 2 and with the applicable requirements referred to in point 1.
4. CE marking and EU declaration of conformity
The manufacturer shall affix the CE marking to each individual battery that meets the applicable requirements referred to in point 1, or, where that is not possible or not warranted due to the nature of the battery, to the packaging and the documents accompanying the battery.
The manufacturer shall draw up an EU declaration of conformity for each battery model in accordance with Article 18 and keep it together with the technical documentation at the disposal of the national authorities for 10 years after the last battery belonging to the respective battery model has been placed on the market. The EU declaration of conformity shall identify the battery model for which it has been drawn up.
A copy of the EU declaration of conformity shall be made available to the national authorities upon request.
5. Manufacturer’s authorised representative
The manufacturer’s obligations set out in point 4 may be fulfilled by the manufacturer’s authorised representative, on its behalf and under the manufacturer’s responsibility, provided that they are specified in the mandate.
Part B
MODULE D1 – QUALITY ASSURANCE OF THE PRODUCTION PROCESS
1. Description of the module
Quality assurance of the production process is the conformity assessment procedure whereby the manufacturer fulfils the obligations set out in points 2, 4 and 7, and ensures and declares on its sole responsibility, without prejudice to the obligations of other economic operators in accordance with this Regulation, that the batteries concerned meet the applicable requirements laid down in Articles 7 and 8, or, at the choice of the manufacturer, all applicable requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.
2. Technical documentation
The manufacturer shall draw up the technical documentation. The technical documentation shall make it possible to assess the battery’s conformity with the relevant requirements referred to in point 1, and shall include an adequate analysis and assessment of the risks.
The technical documentation shall specify the applicable requirements and cover, as far as relevant for the assessment, the design, manufacture and operation of the battery. The technical documentation shall, where applicable, contain at least the following elements:
(a) a general description of the battery and its intended use;
(b) the conceptual design and manufacturing drawings and schemes of components, sub-assemblies and circuits;
(c) the descriptions and explanations necessary for the understanding of the drawings and schemes referred to in point (b) and the operation of the battery;
(d) a specimen of the label required in accordance with Article 13;
(e) a list of the harmonised standards referred to in Article 15, the common specifications referred to in Article 16, or of both, applied, and, in the event of partly applied harmonised standards, common specifications, or both, an indication of which parts have been applied;
(f) a list of other relevant technical specifications used for measurement or calculation purposes and descriptions of the solutions adopted to meet the applicable requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 or to verify the compliance of batteries with those requirements, where harmonised standards, common specifications, or both, have not been applied or are not available;
(g) the results of design calculations made and the examinations carried out, and the technical or documentary evidence used;
(h) a study supporting the carbon footprint values referred to in Article 7(1) and the carbon footprint class referred to in Article 7(2), containing the calculations made in accordance with the methodology set out in the delegated act adopted pursuant to Article 7(1), fourth subparagraph, point (a), and the evidence and information determining the input data for those calculations;
(i) a study supporting the recycled content share referred to in Article 8, containing the calculations made in accordance with the methodology set out in the delegated act adopted pursuant to Article 8(1), second subparagraph, and the evidence and information determining the input data for those calculations; and
(j) the test reports.
3. Availability of technical documentation
The manufacturer shall keep the technical documentation at the disposal of the national authorities for 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market.
4. Manufacturing
The manufacturer shall operate an approved quality system for production, final product inspection and testing of the batteries concerned as specified in point 5, and shall be subject to surveillance as specified in point 6.
5. Quality system
The manufacturer shall lodge an application for assessment of its quality system with the notified body of its choice, for the batteries concerned.; The application shall include:; (a) the name and address of the manufacturer and, if the application is lodged by the manufacturer’s authorised representative, its name and address as well;; (b) a written declaration that the same application has not been lodged with any other notified body;; (c) all relevant information for the battery category envisaged;; (d) the documentation concerning the quality system referred to in point 5.2;; (e) the technical documentation referred to in point 2.
The quality system shall ensure that the batteries comply with the applicable requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.; All the elements, requirements and provisions adopted by the manufacturer shall be documented in a systematic and orderly manner in the form of written policies, procedures and instructions. The quality system documentation shall make it possible to have a consistent interpretation of the quality programmes, plans, manuals and records.; The quality system documentation shall, in particular, contain an adequate description of:; (a) the quality objectives and the organisational structure, responsibilities and powers of the management with regard to product quality;; (b) the procedures for documenting and monitoring the parameters and data necessary for calculating and updating the recycled content share referred to in Article 8 and, where applicable, the carbon footprint values and class referred to in Article 7;; (c) the corresponding manufacturing, quality control and quality assurance techniques, processes and systematic actions that will be used;; (d) the examinations, calculations, measurements and tests that will be carried out before, during and after manufacture, and the frequency with which they will be carried out;; (e) the quality records, such as inspection reports and calculation, measurement and test data, calibration data, qualification reports on the personnel concerned;; (f) the means of monitoring the achievement of the required product quality and the effective operation of the quality system.
The notified body shall assess the quality system to determine whether it meets the requirements referred to in point 5.2.; It shall presume conformity with those requirements in respect of the elements of the quality system that comply with the corresponding specifications of the relevant harmonised standard.; In addition to experience in quality management systems, the auditing team shall have at least one member with experience of evaluation in the relevant product field and product technology concerned, and knowledge of the applicable requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.; The audit shall include an assessment visit to the manufacturer’s premises.; The auditing team shall review the technical documentation referred to in point 2 in order to verify the manufacturer’s ability to identify the applicable requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14 and to carry out the necessary examinations, calculations, measurements and tests with a view to ensuring that the battery complies with those requirements. The auditing team shall check the reliability of data used for the calculation of the recycled content share referred to in Article 8 and, where applicable, the carbon footprint values and class referred to in Article 7 as well as the proper implementation of the relevant calculation methodology.; After having assessed the quality system, the notified body shall notify its decision to the manufacturer. The notification shall contain the conclusions of the audit and the reasons for that decision.
The manufacturer shall undertake to fulfil the obligations arising from the quality system as approved and to maintain it so that it remains adequate and efficient.
The manufacturer shall keep the notified body that has approved the quality system informed of any intended change to the quality system.; The notified body shall evaluate any proposed changes and decide whether the modified quality system will continue to meet the requirements referred to in point 5.2 or whether reassessment is necessary.; The notified body shall notify the manufacturer of its decision. The notification shall contain the conclusions of the examination and the reasoned assessment decision.
Surveillance under the responsibility of the notified body; 1. The purpose of surveillance is to make sure that the manufacturer duly fulfils the obligations arising from the approved quality system.; 2. The manufacturer shall, for assessment purposes, allow the notified body access to the manufacture, inspection, testing and storage sites and shall provide it with all necessary information, in particular:; (a) the quality system documentation referred to in point 5.2;; (b) the technical documentation referred to in point 2;; (c) the quality records, such as inspection reports and calculation, measurement and test data, calibration data and qualification reports on the personnel concerned.; 3. The notified body shall carry out periodic audits to make sure that the manufacturer maintains and applies the quality system, and shall provide the manufacturer with an audit report. During such audits, the notified body shall check at least the reliability of data used for the calculation of the recycled content share referred to in Article 8 and, where applicable, the carbon footprint values and class referred to in Article 7, as well as the proper implementation of the relevant calculation methodology.; 4. In addition, the notified body may pay unexpected visits to the manufacturer. During such visits, the notified body may, if necessary, carry out examinations, calculations, measurements and tests, or have them carried out, in order to verify that the quality system is functioning correctly. The notified body shall provide the manufacturer with a visit report and, if tests have been carried out, with a test report.
CE marking and EU declaration of conformity; 1. The manufacturer shall affix the CE marking, and, under the responsibility of the notified body referred to in point 5.1, the latter’s identification number to each individual battery that meets the applicable requirements referred to in point 1, or, where that is not possible or is not warranted due to the nature of the battery, to the packaging and the documents accompanying the battery.; 2. The manufacturer shall draw up an EU declaration of conformity for each battery model in accordance with Article 18 and keep it at the disposal of the national authorities for 10 years after the last battery belonging to the respective battery model has been placed on the market. The EU declaration of conformity shall identify the battery model for which it has been drawn up.; A copy of the EU declaration of conformity shall be made available to the national authorities upon request.
Availability of quality system documentation; The manufacturer shall, for a period of 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market, keep at the disposal of the national authorities:; (a) the quality system documentation referred to in point 5.2;; (b) the change referred to in point 5.5, as approved;; (c) the decisions and reports of the notified body referred to in points 5.5, 6.3 and 6.4.
Information obligations of the notified body; Each notified body shall inform its notifying authority of quality system approvals issued or withdrawn, and shall, periodically or upon request, make available to its notifying authority the list of quality system approvals refused, suspended or otherwise restricted.; Each notified body shall inform the other notified bodies of quality system approvals which it has refused, withdrawn, suspended or otherwise restricted, and, upon request, of quality system approvals which it has issued.
Manufacturer’s authorised representative; The manufacturer’s obligations set out in points 3, 5.1, 5.5, 7 and 8 may be fulfilled by the manufacturer’s authorised representative, on the manufacturer’s behalf and under the manufacturer’s responsibility, provided that they are specified in the mandate.
Part C
MODULE G – CONFORMITY BASED ON UNIT VERIFICATION
1. Description of the module
Conformity based on unit verification is the conformity assessment procedure whereby the manufacturer fulfils the obligations set out in points 2, 3 and 5, and ensures and declares on its sole responsibility, without prejudice to the obligations of other economic operators in accordance with this Regulation, that the battery concerned, which has been subject to the provisions of point 4, is in conformity with the applicable requirements laid down in Articles 7 and 8, or, at the choice of the manufacturer, all applicable requirements laid down in Articles 6 to 10 and Articles 12, 13 and 14.
2. Technical documentation
The manufacturer shall draw up the technical documentation and make it available to the notified body referred to in point 4. The technical documentation shall make it possible to assess the battery’s conformity with the relevant requirements referred to in point 1 and shall include an adequate analysis and assessment of the risks.; The technical documentation shall specify the applicable requirements and cover, as far as relevant for the assessment, the design, manufacture and operation of the battery.; The technical documentation shall, where applicable, contain at least the following elements:; (a) a general description of the battery and its intended use;; (b) the conceptual design and manufacturing drawings and schemes of components, sub-assemblies and circuits;; (c) the descriptions and explanations necessary for the understanding of the drawings and schemes referred to in point (b) and the operation of the battery;; (d) a specimen of the label required in accordance with Article 13;; (e) a list of the harmonised standards referred to in Article 15, the common specifications referred to in Article 16, or of both, applied, and, in the event of partly applied harmonised standards, common specifications, or both, an indication of which parts have been applied;; (f) a list of other relevant technical specifications used for measurement or calculation purposes and descriptions of the solutions adopted to meet the applicable requirements referred to in point 1 or to verify the conformity of batteries with those requirements, where harmonised standards, common specifications, or both, have not been applied or are not available;; (g) the results of design calculations made and the examinations carried out, and the technical or documentary evidence used;; (h) a study supporting the carbon footprint values and class referred to in Article 7, containing the calculations made in accordance with the methodology set out in the delegated act adopted pursuant to Article 7(1), fourth subparagraph, point (a), and the evidence and information determining the input data for those calculations;; (i) a study supporting the recycled content share referred to in Article 8, containing the calculations made in accordance with the methodology set out in the delegated act adopted pursuant to Article 8(1), second subparagraph, and the evidence and information determining the input data for those calculations; and; (j) the test reports.
The manufacturer shall keep the technical documentation at the disposal of the national authorities for 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market.
Manufacturing; The manufacturer shall take all measures necessary so that the manufacturing process and the monitoring thereof ensure that the manufactured battery is in conformity with the applicable requirements referred to in point 1.
Verification; 1. A notified body chosen by the manufacturer shall carry out appropriate examinations, calculations, measurements and tests, as set out in the relevant harmonised standards referred to in Article 15, common specifications referred to in Article 16, or both, or equivalent tests, to check the conformity of the battery with the applicable requirements referred to in point 1, or have them carried out. In the absence of such a harmonised standard or common specification, the notified body concerned shall decide on the appropriate examinations, calculations, measurements and tests to be carried out.; The notified body shall issue a certificate of conformity in respect of the examinations, calculations, measurements and tests carried out and shall affix its identification number to the approved battery, or have it affixed under its responsibility.; 2. The manufacturer shall keep the certificates of conformity at the disposal of the national authorities for 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market.
CE marking and EU declaration of conformity; The manufacturer shall affix the CE marking and, under the responsibility of the notified body referred to in point 4, the latter’s identification number to each battery that meets the applicable requirements referred to in point 1, or, where that is not possible or is not warranted due to the nature of the battery, to the packaging and the documents accompanying the battery.; The manufacturer shall draw up an EU declaration of conformity in accordance with Article 18 for each battery and keep it at the disposal of the national authorities for 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market. The EU declaration of conformity shall identify the battery for which it has been drawn up.; A copy of the EU declaration of conformity shall be made available to the national authorities upon request.
Manufacturer’s authorised representative; The manufacturer’s obligations set out in points 2.2, 4.2 and 5 may be fulfilled by the manufacturer’s authorised representative, on the manufacturer’s behalf and under the manufacturer’s responsibility, provided that they are specified in the mandate.
ANNEX IX
EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY No* …
* (identification number of the declaration)
Battery model (product, category, and batch or serial number):
Name and address of the manufacturer and, where applicable, its authorised representative:
This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
Object of the declaration (description of the battery and identification allowing traceability, and which may, where appropriate, include an image of the battery):
The object of the declaration described in point 4 is in conformity with the relevant Union harmonisation legislation: … (reference to the other Union acts applied).
References to the relevant harmonised standards or the common specifications used or references to the other technical specifications in relation to which conformity is declared:
The notified body … (name, address, number) … performed … (description of intervention) … and issued the certificate(s): … (details, including its date, and, where appropriate, information on the duration of and conditions for its validity).
Additional information; Signed for and on behalf of:; (place and date of issue):; (name, function) (signature)
ANNEX X
LIST OF RAW MATERIALS AND RISK CATEGORIES
Raw materials:; (a) cobalt;; (b) natural graphite;; (c) lithium;; (d) nickel;; (e) chemical compounds based on the raw materials listed in points (a) to (d), which are necessary for the manufacturing of the active materials of batteries.
Social and environmental risk categories:; (a) environment, climate and human health, considering direct, induced, indirect and cumulative effects, including:; (i) air, including air pollution such as greenhouse gas emissions,; (ii) water, including seabed and marine environment, and including water pollution, water use, water quantities (flooding or droughts) and access to water,; (iii) soil, including soil pollution, soil erosion, land use and land degradation,; (iv) biodiversity, including damage to habitats, wildlife, flora and ecosystems, including ecosystem services,; (v) hazardous substances,; (vi) noise and vibration,; (vii) plant safety,; (viii) energy use,; (ix) waste and residues;; (b) human rights, labour rights and industrial relations, including:; (i) occupational health and safety,; (ii) child labour,; (iii) forced labour,; (iv) discrimination,; (v) trade union freedoms;; (c) community life, including that of indigenous peoples.
The international instruments covering the risks referred to in point 2 include:; (a) the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact;; (b) the UNEP Guidelines for Social Life Cycle Assessment of Products;; (c) the Convention on Biological Diversity, in particular Decision COP VIII/28 – Voluntary guidelines on Biodiversity-Inclusive impact assessment;; (d) the UN Paris Agreement;; (e) the eight fundamental ILO Conventions as defined under the ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work;; (f) any other international environmental conventions that are binding upon the Union or its Member States;; (g) the ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work;; (h) the International Bill of Human Rights, including the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
The internationally recognized due diligence instruments applicable to the due diligence requirements laid down in Chapter VII of this Regulation:; (a) the International Bill of Human Rights, including the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights;; (b) the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights;; (c) the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises;; (d) the ILO Tripartite Declaration of Principles concerning Multinational Enterprises and Social Policy;; (e) the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Business Conduct;; (f) the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas.
ANNEX XI
CALCULATION OF COLLECTION RATES FOR WASTE PORTABLE BATTERIES AND WASTE LMT BATTERIES
Producers of the relevant category of batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, and Member States shall calculate the collection rate as the percentage obtained by dividing the weight of waste batteries, collected in accordance with Articles 59, 60 and 69, respectively, in a given calendar year in a Member State by the average weight of such batteries that producers either make available on the market directly to end-users or deliver to third parties in order to make them available on the market to end-users in that Member State during the three preceding calendar years. The collection rate shall be calculated for portable batteries in accordance with Article 59, and for LMT batteries in accordance with Article 60 respectively.; | Year | Data collection | | Calculation | Reporting requirement |; | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |; | Year 1 | Sales in year 1 (S1) | | | |; | Year 2 | Sales in year 2 (S2) | | | |; | Year 3 | Sales in year 3 (S3) | | | |; | Year 4 | Sales in year 4 (S4) | Collection in year 4 (C4) | Collection rate (CR4) = 3*C4/(S1+S2+S3) | CR4 |; | Year 5 | Sales in year 5 (S5) | Collection in year 5 (C5) | Collection rate (CR5) = 3*C5/(S2+S3+S4) | CR5 |; | Etc. | Etc. | Etc. | Etc. | |
Producers of the relevant category of batteries or, where appointed in accordance with Article 57(1), producer responsibility organisations, and Member States shall calculate the annual sales of batteries to end-users in a given year, as the weight of such batteries made available on the market for the first time within the territory of the Member State in the year concerned, excluding any batteries that have left the territory of that Member State in that year, before being sold to the end-users. Those sales shall be calculated separately for portable batteries and for LMT batteries.
For each battery, only the first time it is made available on the market in a Member State shall be counted.
The calculation provided for in points 1 and 2 shall be based on collected data or statistically significant estimates based on collected data.
ANNEX XII
STORAGE AND TREATMENT, INCLUDING RECYCLING, REQUIREMENTS
Part A: Storage and treatment requirements
Treatment shall, as a minimum, include removal of all fluids and acids.
Treatment and any storage, including temporary storage, at treatment facilities, including recycling facilities, shall take place in sites with impermeable surfaces and suitable weatherproof covering or in suitable containers.
Waste batteries in treatment facilities, including recycling facilities, shall be stored in such a way that they are not mixed with waste from conductive or combustible materials.
Special precautions and safety measures shall be in place for the treatment of waste lithium-based batteries during handling, sorting and storage. Such measures shall include protection from exposure to:; (a) excessive heat, such as high temperatures, fire or direct sunlight;; (b) water, such as precipitation and flooding;; (c) any crushing or physical damage.; Waste lithium-based batteries shall be stored in their normally installed orientation, that is, never inverted, and in well-ventilated areas and they shall be covered with a high voltage rubber isolation. Storage facilities for waste lithium-based batteries shall be marked with a warning sign.
Mercury shall be separated during treatment into an identifiable stream, which is safely immobilised and disposed of and cannot cause adverse effects on human health or the environment.
Cadmium shall be separated during treatment into an identifiable stream, which is given a safe destination and cannot cause adverse effects on human health or the environment.
Part B: Targets for recycling efficiency
No later than 31 December 2025, recycling shall achieve at least the following targets for recycling efficiency:; (a) recycling of 75 % by average weight of lead-acid batteries;; (b) recycling of 65 % by average weight of lithium-based batteries;; (c) recycling of 80 % by average weight of nickel-cadmium batteries;; (d) recycling of 50 % by average weight of other waste batteries.
No later than 31 December 2030, recycling shall achieve at least the following targets for recycling efficiency:; (a) recycling of 80 % by average weight of lead-acid batteries;; (b) recycling of 70 % by average weight of lithium-based batteries.
Part C: Targets for recovery of materials
No later than 31 December 2027, all recycling shall achieve at least the following targets for recovery of materials:; (a) 90 % for cobalt;; (b) 90 % for copper;; (c) 90 % for lead;; (d) 50 % for lithium;; (e) 90 % for nickel.
No later than 31 December 2031, all recycling shall achieve at least the following targets for recovery of materials:; (a) 95 % for cobalt;; (b) 95 % for copper;; (c) 95 % for lead;; (d) 80 % for lithium;; (e) 95 % for nickel.
ANNEX XIII
INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN THE BATTERY PASSPORT
1. PUBLICLY ACCESSIBLE INFORMATION RELATING TO THE BATTERY MODEL
A battery passport shall include the following information relating to the battery model, which shall be accessible to the public:
(a) the information specified in Part A of Annex VI;
(b) the material composition of the battery, including its chemistry, hazardous substances present in the battery, other than mercury, cadmium or lead, and critical raw materials present in the battery;
(c) the carbon footprint information referred to in Article 7(1) and (2);
(d) information on responsible sourcing as indicated in the report on battery due diligence policy referred to in Article 52(3);
(e) recycled content information as contained in the documentation referred to in Article 8(1);
(f) the share of renewable content;
(g) rated capacity (in Ah);
(h) minimal, nominal and maximum voltage, with temperature ranges when relevant;
(i) original power capability (in Watts) and limits, with temperature range when relevant;
(j) expected battery lifetime expressed in cycles, and reference test used;
(k) capacity threshold for exhaustion (only for electric vehicle batteries);
(l) temperature range the battery can withstand when not in use (reference test);
(m) period for which the commercial warranty for the calendar life applies;
(n) initial round trip energy efficiency and at 50 % of cycle-life;
(o) internal battery cell and pack resistance;
(p) c-rate of relevant cycle-life test.
(q) the marking requirements laid down in Article 13(3) and (4);
(r) the EU declaration of conformity referred to in Article 18;
(s) the information regarding the prevention and management of waste batteries laid down in Article 74(1), points (a) to (f).
2. INFORMATION RELATING TO THE BATTERY MODEL ACCESSIBLE ONLY TO PERSONS WITH A LEGITIMATE INTEREST AND THE COMMISSION
A battery passport shall include the following information relating to the battery model, which shall be accessible only to persons with a legitimate interest and the Commission:
(a) detailed composition, including materials used in the cathode, anode and electrolyte;
(b) part numbers for components and contact details of sources for replacement spares;
(c) dismantling information, including at least:; — exploded diagrams of the battery system/pack showing the location of battery cells,; — disassembly sequences,; — type and number of fastening techniques to be unlocked,; — tools required for disassembly,; — warnings if risk of damaging parts exist,; — amount of cells used and layout;
(d) safety measures.
3. INFORMATION ACCESSIBLE ONLY TO NOTIFIED BODIES, MARKET SURVEILLANCE AUTHORITIES AND THE COMMISSION
A battery passport shall include the following information relating to the battery model, which shall be accessible only to notified bodies, market surveillance authorities and the Commission:
— results of test reports proving compliance with the requirements laid down in this Regulation or any delegated or implementing act adopted pursuant to this Regulation.
4. INFORMATION AND DATA RELATING TO AN INDIVIDUAL BATTERY ACCESSIBLE ONLY TO PERSONS WITH A LEGITIMATE INTEREST
A battery passport shall include the following specific information and data relating to an individual battery, which shall be accessible only to persons with a legitimate interest:
(a) the values for performance and durability parameters referred to in Article 10(1), when the battery is placed on the market and when it is subject to changes in its status;
(b) information on the state of health of the battery pursuant to Article 14;
(c) information on the status of the battery, defined as ‘original’, ‘repurposed’, ‘re-used’, ‘remanufactured’ or ‘waste’;
(d) information and data resulting from its use, including the number of charging and discharging cycles and negative events, such as accidents, as well as periodically recorded information on the operating environmental conditions, including temperature, and on the state of charge.
ANNEX XIV
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR SHIPMENTS OF USED BATTERIES
In order to distinguish between used and waste batteries, where the holder, meaning the natural or legal person in possession of the used batteries or the waste batteries, claims that it intends to ship or is shipping used batteries and not waste batteries, that holder shall be required to have available the following to substantiate that claim:; (a) a copy of the invoice and contract relating to the sale or transfer of ownership of the batteries which states that the batteries are destined for direct re-use and that they are fully functional;; (b) evidence of evaluation or testing in the form of a copy of the records, such as the certificate of testing, proof of functionality for every battery or fraction thereof in the consignment, and the protocol containing all information on the record in accordance with point 3;; (c) a declaration made by the holder that none of the material or equipment within the consignment is waste as defined by Article 3, point (1), of Directive 2008/98/EC; and; (d) appropriate protection against damage during transportation, loading and unloading, in particular through sufficient packaging and appropriate stacking of the load.
Point 1(a) and (b) and point 3 shall not apply where it is demonstrated by documentary proof that the shipment is taking place in the framework of a business-to-business transfer agreement and that:; (a) the used battery is sent back to the producer or a third party acting on its behalf for repair under warranty with the intention of re-use; or; (b) if the used battery is for professional use, it is sent to the producer or a third party acting on its behalf or a third-party facility in countries to which OECD Council Decision C(2001)107/Final on the Control of Transboundary Movements of Wastes Destined for Recovery Operations applies, for refurbishment or repair under a valid contract with the intention of re-use; or; (c) if the used battery is for professional use and is defective, it is sent to the producer or a third party acting on its behalf for root cause analysis under a valid contract, in cases where such an analysis can only be conducted by the producer or third parties acting on its behalf.
In order to demonstrate that the batteries being shipped constitute used batteries, rather than waste batteries, its holder shall carry out the following steps for testing and record-keeping:; Step 1: Testing; (a) the battery shall be tested for its state of health and the presence of hazardous substances shall be evaluated;; (b) the results of the evaluation and testing referred to in point (a) shall be recorded.; Step 2: Record; (a) the record shall be fixed securely but not permanently on either the used battery itself, if the used battery has not been packed, or on the packaging, so it can be read without removing the packaging;; (b) the record shall contain the following information:; — name of the battery or fraction thereof,; — identification number of the battery or fraction thereof, where applicable,; — year of production, if available,; — name and address of the company responsible for testing the state of health,; — types of tests performed for step 1,; — result of the tests performed for step 1, including the date of the tests.
In addition to the documentation required in points 1, 2 and 3, every load, for example shipping container or lorry, of used batteries shall be accompanied by:; (a) a relevant transport document; and; (b) a declaration of responsibility by the person liable.
In the absence of proof that an object is a used battery, and not a waste battery, in the form of the appropriate documentation required in points 1, 2, 3 and 4, and of appropriate protection against damage during transportation, loading and unloading, in particular through sufficient packaging and appropriate stacking of the load, which are the obligations of the holder that arranges the transport, the object shall be considered waste and it shall be presumed that the load comprises an illegal shipment. In such cases, the load shall be dealt with in accordance with Articles 24 and 25 of Regulation (EC) No 1013/2006.
ANNEX XV
CORRELATION TABLE
| Directive 2006/66/EC | This Regulation |
|---|---|
| Article 1 | Article 1 |
| Article 1, first paragraph, point 1 | Article 1(1) |
| Article 1, first paragraph, point 2 | Article 1(1) |
| Article 1, second paragraph | — |
| Article 2 | Article 1(3), (4) and (5) |
| Article 2(1) | Article 1(3) and (4) |
| Article 2(2) | Article 1(5) |
| Article 2(2), point (a) | Article 1(5), point (a) |
| Article 2(2), point (b) | Article 1(5), point (a) |
| Article 3 | Article 3 |
| Article 3, point 1 | Article 3(1), point 1 |
| Article 3, point 2 | Article 3(1), point 2 |
| Article 3, point 3 | Article 3(1), point 9 |
| Article 3, point 4 | — |
| Article 3, point 5 | Article 3(1), point 12 |
| Article 3, point 6 | Article 3(1), point 13 |
| Article 3, point 7 | Article 3(1), point 50 |
| Article 3, point 8 | Article 3(2), point (a) |
| Article 3, point 9 | — |
| Article 3, point 10 | Article 3(1), point 53 |
| Article 3, point 11 | Article 3(1), point 26 |
| Article 3, point 12 | Article 3(1), point 47 |
| Article 3, point 13 | Article 3(1), point 65 |
| Article 3, point 14 | Article 3(1), point 16 |
| Article 3, point 15 | Article 3(1), point 22 |
| Article 3, point 16 | — |
| Article 3, point 17 | — |
| Article 4 | Article 6 |
| Article 4(1) | Annex I |
| Article 4(1), point (a) | Annex I, entry 1 |
| Article 4(1), point (b) | Annex I, entry 2 |
| Article 4(2) | — |
| Article 4(3) | — |
| Article 4(3), point (a) | — |
| Article 4(3), point (b) | — |
| Article 4(3), point (c) | — |
| Article 4(4) | — |
| Article 5 | — |
| Article 6 | Article 4 |
| Article 6(1) | Article 4(1) |
| Article 6(2) | — |
| Article 7 | Article 2 |
| Article 8 | Articles 59 to 62 and 64 to 67 |
| Article 8(1) | Article 59 |
| Article 8(1), first subparagraph, point (a) | Article 59(1), point (a) Article 59(1), point (b) |
| Article 8(1), first subparagraph, point (b) | Article 62 |
| Article 8(1), first subparagraph, point (c) | Article 61(1) Article 62(1) |
| Article 8(1), first subparagraph, point (d) | Article 59(2), point (a)(ii) Article 61(1), point (c) |
| Article 8(1), second subparagraph | Article 59(5) |
| Article 8(2) | Article 59(1) and Article 59(2) |
| Article 8(2), point (a) | Article 59(1) and Article 59(2) |
| Article 8(2), point (b) | Article 59(2) |
| Article 8(2), point (c) | — |
| Article 8(3) | Article 61 |
| Article 8(4) | Article 61 |
| Article 9 | — |
| Article 10 | Articles 59, 60 and 69 |
| Article 10(1) | — |
| Article 10(1), second subparagraph | Article 75(4) |
| Article 10(2) | Articles 59 and 60 |
| Article 10(2), point (a) | — |
| Article 10(2), point (b) | Article 59(3) and Article 60(3) |
| Article 10(3) | Article 69(2) and Article 76(1), second subparagraph |
| Article 10(4) | — |
| Article 11 | Article 11 |
| Article 11, first paragraph | Article 11(1) |
| Article 11, second paragraph | Article 11(3) |
| Article 12 | Article 70 |
| Article 12(1) | Article 70(2) |
| Article 12(1), first subparagraph, point (a) | Article 59(1), point (f), Article 60(1), point (f), and Article 61(3), point (c) |
| Article 12(1), first subparagraph, point (b) | Article 71(1) |
| Article 12(1), second subparagraph | — |
| Article 12(1), third subparagraph | — |
| Article 12(2) | Article 71(4) |
| Article 12(3) | Article 70(3) |
| Article 12(4) | Article 71(2) and (3) |
| Article 12(5) | Article 75(5), point (c), and Article 76(1), point (d) |
| Article 12(6) | Article 71(4) |
| Article 13 | — |
| Article 13(1) | — |
| Article 13(2) | — |
| Article 14 | Article 70(1) |
| Article 15 | Article 72 |
| Article 15(1) | Article 72(1) |
| Article 15(2) | Article 72(3) |
| Article 15(3) | Article 72(4) |
| Article 16 | Article 56 |
| Article 16(1) | Article 56(1) and (4) |
| Article 16(1), point (a) | Article 56(4), point (a) |
| Article 16(1), point (b) | Article 56(4), point (a) |
| Article 16(2) | — |
| Article 16(3) | Article 56(1), point (c) |
| Article 16(4) | Article 74(5) |
| Article 16(5) | — |
| Article 16(6) | — |
| Article 17 | Article 55 |
| Article 18 | Article 57(2), point (c) |
| Article 18(1) | — |
| Article 18(2) | — |
| Article 18(3) | — |
| Article 19 | Article 59(1), Article 60(1), Article 61(1), Article 62 and Articles 64 to 67 |
| Article 19(1) | Article 59(2), Article 60(2), Article 61(1) and Articles 62, 65, 66 and 67 |
| Article 19(2) | Article 57(2), point (c) |
| Article 20 | Article 74 |
| Article 20(1) | Article 74(1) |
| Article 20(1), point (a) | Article 74(1), point (f) |
| Article 20(1), point (b) | Article 74(1), point (b) |
| Article 20(1), point (c) | Article 74(1), point (c) |
| Article 20(1), point (d) | Article 74(1), point (b) |
| Article 20(1), point (e) | Article 74(1), point (e) |
| Article 20(2) | Article 74 |
| Article 20(3) | Article 74(4) |
| Article 21 | Article 20 Article 13, Annex VI, Part A, B and C |
| Article 21(1) | Article 13(4) |
| Article 21(2) | Article 13(2) |
| Article 21(3) | Article 13(5) |
| Article 21(4) | Article 13(4) |
| Article 21(5) | Article 13(4) |
| Article 21(6) | — |
| Article 21(7) | — |
| Article 22a | — |
| Article 23 | Article 94 |
| Article 23(1) | Article 94(1) |
| Article 23(2) | Article 94(2) |
| Article 23(2), point (a) | — |
| Article 23(2), point (b) | Article 94(2), first subparagraph, point (e) |
| Article 23(2), point (c) | Article 71(5) and (6) |
| Article 23(3) | Article 94(2), second subparagraph |
| Article 23a | Article 89 |
| Article 23a(1) | Article 89(1) |
| Article 23a(2) | Article 89(2) |
| Article 23a(3) | Article 89(3) |
| Article 23a(4) | Article 89(5) |
| Article 23a(5) | Article 89(6) |
| Article 24 | Article 90 |
| Article 24(1) | Article 90(1) |
| Article 24(2) | Article 90(3) |
| Article 24(2), second subparagraph | Article 90(3), second subparagraph |
| Article 25 | Article 93 |
| Article 26 | — |
| Article 27 | — |
| Article 28 | Article 95 |
| Article 29 | Article 96 |
| Article 30 | — |
| Annex I | Annex XI |
| Annex II | Annex VI, Part B |
| Annex III | Annex XII |
| Annex III, Part A | Annex XII, Part A |
| Annex III, Part B | Annex XII, Part B |
| Annex IV | Article 55 |