Please note that you cannot treat or export automotive or industrial batteries without approval being granted. You must follow extra rules if you manage waste batteries, including collection, treatment, recycling and export. These are in addition to your duty of care and hazardous waste regulation requirements.
The rules are different for waste portable, industrial and automotive batteries. You must be an Approved Battery Treatment Operator (ABTO) if you: You must be an Approved Battery Exporter (ABE) if you: Evidence notes are proof of treatment, recycling or export of portable waste batteries by an ABTO or ABE.
China's Stance and Response: Being a dominant player in power battery exports to Europe, China has proactively initiated its rendition of the "Battery Passport" to align with these new European directives. This strategic move is tailored to ensure seamless battery trade relations between China and the EU.
Recycling and Reuse of Battery Materials: The EU's new directives mandate specific quotas for incorporating recycled materials in power batteries. However, China currently lacks a robust mechanism to validate the use of recycled raw materials in batteries. This absence of a verification system might pose significant challenges for future exports.
Key Highlights of the New Regulations: Beginning in 2027, any power batteries destined for European markets will mandatorily require a "Battery Passport." This document will provide in-depth details about the battery, encompassing its manufacturer, material composition, carbon footprint, and intricate supply chain information.
This strategic move is tailored to ensure seamless battery trade relations between China and the EU. It's pivotal to note China's overwhelming presence in the battery production landscape, holding a staggering 77% of the global market share.