EU Battery Regulation
August 17, 2023 – Regulation published / came into force. August 18, 2024 – CE marking mandatory for certain batteries. August 18, 2025 – originally many requirements (e.g., old due diligence), but was postponed. February 18, 2027 – Digital Battery Passport mandatory for certain batteries. August 18, 2027 – postponed due diligence obligation for battery supply chains.
Ecodesign / DPP
The DPP is being introduced gradually, depending on the product category. GS1 points out that certain DPP categories are already mandatory from 2027. Implementation acts (delegated legal acts) are being developed by the EU Commission, including for specific product groups such as batteries, textiles, construction products, etc.
Interoperability & Technical Rules
The technical design of the battery passport (e.g., data structure, rights, access) is determined by technical implementing acts. Access: Different stakeholders (public, authorities, recycling industry) have different access rights to passport data depending on "legitimate interest".




