EU Battery Passport Regulation 2027

Starting February 2027, all electric vehicle (EV) batteries and industrial batteries over 2kWh sold in the European Union must have a digital "Battery Passport" - a comprehensive digital record accessible via QR code.

What is a Battery Passport?

A Battery Passport is a specific type of Digital Product Passport designed for batteries. It tracks:

• Material sourcing and composition
• Carbon footprint throughout lifecycle
• Performance and degradation data
• Recycling and second-life options

Who Needs to Comply?

Directly Affected

• EV battery manufacturers
• Industrial battery manufacturers
• Battery cell producers
• EV manufacturers

Indirectly Affected

• Battery material suppliers
• Recycling facilities
• Energy storage system providers
• Fleet operators

Key Requirements

Material Traceability

• Cobalt, lithium, nickel sourcing
• Conflict mineral declarations
• Recycled content percentages (minimum thresholds apply)

Carbon Footprint

• Manufacturing emissions
• Transport emissions
• Lifecycle carbon calculations
• Performance class declarations

Performance Data

• Energy density
• Cycle life
• State of health metrics
• Expected lifespan

Recycling Information

• Disassembly instructions
• Hazardous materials handling
• Recycled material recovery targets

Timeline

• August 2024: Regulation enters into force
• February 2027: Battery Passport mandatory for EV/industrial batteries >2kWh
• 2028: Extended requirements for smaller batteries
• 2030: Full recycled content requirements apply

Penalties for Non-Compliance

Without a valid Battery Passport:

• Products cannot be sold in the EU market
• Existing inventory may need to be withdrawn
• Potential fines and reputational damage

How to Prepare

1. Map your battery supply chain - Know where every material comes from
2. Calculate carbon footprint - Use standardized methodologies
3. Implement tracking systems - From cell production to final assembly
4. Choose a DPP platform - Ensure GS1 compliance
5. Engage suppliers early - Data collection takes time

lnk.eco Battery Passport Solution

Our Product DPP tier supports Battery Passport requirements:

• GS1 Digital Link compliant QR codes
• Material traceability templates
• Carbon footprint calculators
• Supplier data collection tools

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