Batteries Manufacturers require an EU Authorised Representative
Legal background
Batteries in the EU are regulated by Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 on batteries and waste batteries, a directly applicable EU Regulation that covers all battery categories and strengthens requirements on sustainability and circularity, producer registration and EPR, and, where applicable, product compliance obligations such as technical documentation, conformity assessment, EU declaration of conformity and CE marking, with several provisions phased in over time depending on battery type.
Failure to comply can result in:
- Product being stopped at customs or prohibited from being placed on the EU market
- Corrective actions, withdrawals and recalls
- Administrative penalties and enforcement measures
- Loss of distribution channels and contractual disputes
- Reputational damage and long-term market access impacts
Our services
EU Batteries Representation: Regulatory Support for Placing Batteries in Europe and UK
Obelis offers end-to-end regulatory support to verify that your batteries enter and remain in the EU and UK markets legally and successfully. As your Authorised Representative in the European Union, we will:
- Guide you through the EU Battery Regulation, ensuring your products are correctly classified and compliant under Regulation (EU) 2023/1542.
- Support in compiling the technical documentation and safety assessment.
- Maintain your Declaration of Conformity and technical file for 10 years after the product is placed on the market.
- Monitor regulatory changes, provide post-market surveillance support, and help you react to authority requests.
- Represent your brand to EU Competent Authorities, minimising the impact of any compliance issues and ensuring professional communication.
- With our trusted EU batteries representation, you gain a reliable compliance partner, safeguarding your business reputation.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Batteries are covered by the EU battery framework, now centred on Regulation 2023/1542, which sets product, sustainability, information, traceability and end-of-life obligations, with some requirements phased in by category.
Manufacturers must prepare and keep technical documentation demonstrating compliance with all applicable requirements before placing batteries on the EU market.
For certain battery categories, additional information must be made available through digital means, including data required for traceability and the battery passport.
All documentation must be kept available for market surveillance authorities for at least 10 years after the battery has been placed on the market.
Working with Obelis means gaining a strategic partner with over three decades of experience in EU regulatory compliance. We provide a proactive approach to regulatory support, ensuring your products meet all applicable safety and labelling requirements before they reach the market.
Our team offers personalized guidance throughout the process, streamlining documentation, validating labels, and helping you navigate any regulatory challenges with confidence and clarity. This minimizes delays, reduces risk, and positions your brand for long-term success in the European market.
We help identify whether CE marking applies to your battery category, assess the relevant conformity assessment procedure, and support the preparation and review of the technical documentation required to demonstrate compliance. Our team assists with the structuring of test evidence, risk assessments and product information, and ensures that labelling and markings meet EU requirements.
Where the involvement of a Notified Body is required, we help coordinate the process and ensure documentation is aligned with regulatory expectations. For non-EU manufacturers, Obelis can also act as EU Authorised Representative, ensuring that compliance documentation is available to EU authorities and that regulatory obligations are met before the battery is placed on the market.
