Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/606 establishes harmonized methodology for calculating and verifying recycling efficiency rates for waste batteries (lead-acid, lithium-based, nickel-cadmium, other) and material recovery rates for cobalt, copper, lead, lithium, and nickel. Sets recycling efficiency targets effective December 31, 2025 (65-80% depending on battery type) with increased targets by December 31, 2030. Material recovery targets of 90% for cobalt/copper/lead/nickel and 50% for lithium apply from December 31, 2027, increasing to 95%/80% by December 31, 2031.
The European Commission announced publication of delegated rules establishing a harmonised methodology to calculate and verify (1) recycling efficiency for different battery chemistries and (2) material recovery for key materials (including cobalt, copper, lithium, nickel, lead). The rules also introduce a harmonised documentation format for recycler reporting to Member State authorities. Compliance teams supporting recyclers and producer responsibility schemes should align internal calculation methods, verification evidence, and reporting documentation to the delegated methodology as of the stated entry-into-force date.
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/606 establishes the methodology for calculation and verification of rates for recycling efficiency and recovery of materials from waste batteries. The regulation supplements the EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 and aims to boost recycling and recovery of materials, especially critical and strategic raw materials. The rules entered into force on 24 July 2025.
The European Commission published delegated rules under Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 establishing harmonised methodologies to calculate and verify (1) recycling efficiency for key battery chemistries (e.g., lead-acid, Ni-Cd, lithium, and “other”) and (2) material recovery (cobalt, copper, lithium, nickel, lead). The act also introduces a harmonised documentation format for recyclers to submit information to Member State authorities, affecting how recyclers and producer responsibility/compliance schemes demonstrate performance against EU Battery Regulation targets and how competent authorities can assess compliance consistently. The Commission page states the rules enter into force on 24 July 2025.
EUR-Lex’s summary for the Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 explains that Amending Regulation (EU) 2024/2748 adds a chapter detailing how emergency procedures apply when an internal market emergency mode is activated (under Regulation (EU) 2024/2747). This is CE-marking-relevant because it affects conformity assessment and placing-on-the-market procedures for crisis-relevant goods and services, impacting how manufacturers may demonstrate conformity and manage market access under emergency conditions. The summary states the amending regulation will apply from 29 May 2026 (earlier than the main Machinery Regulation application date).
JRC report JRC141282 provides methodological guidelines for calculating the carbon footprint of industrial batteries (CFB-IND) with exclusively internal storage and energy storage capacity greater than 2 kWh. Establishes the methodology for calculation and verification of carbon footprint as required under Article 7 of Regulation (EU) 2023/1542. Forms the technical basis for enforcement of carbon footprint declaration requirements applicable to industrial batteries from February 18, 2026.
The European Commission published legislative proposal COM(2025) 258 (2025/0129 (COD)) to amend the EU Batteries Regulation (EU) 2023/1542. The proposal would postpone the application date of the battery supply-chain due diligence obligations (Article 48(1)) from 18 August 2025 to 18 August 2027, and would shift the deadline for the Commission to publish due diligence guidelines (Article 48(5)) from 18 February 2025 to 26 July 2026. Compliance teams should track this proposal through the legislative process because it would materially change due diligence program timelines and expectations for when official EU guidance will be available.
The European Commission published a proposal to amend Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 to delay the application date for battery supply-chain due diligence obligations (Article 48(1)) from 18 August 2025 to 18 August 2027, and to move the Commission due diligence guidelines timeline (Article 48(5)) from 18 February 2025 to 26 July 2026. If adopted, this would materially change compliance program timelines for in-scope economic operators (e.g., due diligence systems, third‑party verification planning, and supplier data collection for battery raw materials).
The European Commission published a legislative proposal to amend Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 to delay the application date of battery supply-chain due diligence obligations (Article 48(1)) from 18 August 2025 to 18 August 2027, and to move the deadline for Commission due diligence guidelines (Article 48(5)) from 18 February 2025 to 26 July 2026. For compliance teams, this signals a potential shift in due diligence program timelines, third‑party verification planning, and supplier engagement schedules, but it is not yet binding and remains subject to the EU legislative process.
The European Commission published a legislative proposal (COM(2025) 258 final) to amend Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 by postponing the application date of the battery supply-chain due diligence obligations (Article 48(1)) from 18 August 2025 to 18 August 2027. The proposal also shifts the deadline for the Commission to publish due diligence guidelines (Article 48(5)) to 26 July 2026. If adopted, this would materially change compliance program timelines for in-scope economic operators and affect planning for third-party verification readiness and due diligence scheme development/recognition.
The European Commission issued a press release announcing a provisional political agreement between the European Parliament and the Council on the new Toy Safety Regulation (EU) 2025/2509. The release previews expected compliance impacts, including a planned ban of harmful chemicals in toys (explicitly referencing PFAS, endocrine disruptors, and bisphenols), introduction of a mandatory Digital Product Passport (DPP) for toys to improve traceability and compliance checks, and stronger rules for online sales and border/market surveillance. As this is a political agreement stage communication (not the final legal text notice), it is treated as a proposed/pending milestone that signals upcoming obligations and enforcement tooling for supply chains selling toys into the EU market.
The European Commission updated battery-related waste codes in the European List of Waste to improve tracking of black mass (a key intermediate product from battery recycling containing critical raw materials like lithium, cobalt, and nickel). This amendment provides better control over black mass shipments and ensures these valuable materials remain in the European economy. The update directly supports the EU Battery Regulation's objectives for circular economy, supply security for raw materials, and strategic autonomy in critical battery materials.
The European Commission announced an update to the EU List of Waste introducing new battery-related waste codes spanning manufacturing waste, post-consumer battery waste, and intermediate recycling fractions. The update clarifies/classifies “black mass” as hazardous waste and classifies several battery chemistries (including lithium-, nickel-, zinc-based; sodium sulphur; alkaline waste batteries) as hazardous, including adding a new hazardous code for lithium-based batteries in separately collected municipal waste. This affects waste classification, handling, storage, and cross-border shipment compliance (e.g., documentation and shipment controls) for battery producers, collectors, recyclers, and logistics providers supporting EU Battery Regulation circularity requirements.
Commission updates European List of Waste with new battery-related waste codes. Black mass, lithium-based waste batteries, nickel-based waste batteries, and zinc-based waste batteries are now classified as hazardous waste. New codes introduced for waste from battery manufacturing, post-consumer batteries, and intermediate fractions from battery recycling. Classification supports better control of black mass shipments and implements export restrictions to non-OECD countries from December 2026.
EASA published/communicated guidance and an end-of-year milestone reminder tied to Regulation (EU) 2024/590 (Ozone Regulation) that drives a halogen-free outcome: portable fire extinguishers used for aircraft cabins/crew compartments on in-service aircraft registered in the EU or operated by an EU operator must be halon-free by 31 December 2025. This is directly relevant to Halogen Free compliance programs for aviation safety equipment supply chains (specification changes, retrofit planning, and conformity documentation).
The European Commission published Commission Notice C/2025/214 providing guidelines to facilitate harmonized application of Article 11 requirements for removability and replaceability of portable batteries and LMT (Light Means of Transport) batteries under Regulation (EU) 2023/1542. The guidelines clarify how manufacturers can ensure portable batteries are readily removable and replaceable by end-users, supporting product longevity and facilitating battery recycling. The underlying removability and replaceability requirements take effect from February 18, 2027.
The European Commission published Commission Notice C/2025/214 providing guidelines to facilitate the harmonised application of provisions on the removability and replaceability of portable and LMT (light means of transport) batteries under Article 11 of Regulation (EU) 2023/1542. The guidelines offer technical context and elements to help manufacturers and market surveillance authorities understand how to apply the removability and replaceability requirements, which become applicable from 18 February 2027. The Notice also announced the regular publication of calls for applications for derogations under Article 11(4), with an initial application deadline of 30 April 2025.
EASA made available the 'Halon replacement in the aviation industry guide 2025' to support implementation of Regulation (EU) 2024/590 in the aviation sector. The guide compiles Annex V deadline information (including the 31 Dec 2025 end date for portable extinguishers protecting cabins and crew compartments) and explains compliance pathways and the derogations process (via Member State competent authority requests to the European Commission). Compliance teams can use this guidance to validate aircraft configuration changes, technical acceptance criteria, and regulatory interaction steps for any exceptional cases.
The EU Battery Passport becomes mandatory for relevant battery categories placed on the EU market starting February 18, 2027. Battery manufacturers must create a Battery Passport for each battery accessible through a data carrier, containing performance, durability, safety data, supply chain information, product carbon footprint, and due diligence reports. The DPP Registry has a legal deadline of July 19, 2026. Companies must prepare data systems and supply chain traceability to meet this requirement.
The European Commission announced that the revised EU Mercury Regulation entered into force, strengthening mercury controls to support a mercury-free environment. The update is described as phasing out remaining intentional uses (including dental amalgam and mercury-containing lamps) and includes time-limited derogations, including a derogation referenced as running until 2026-06-30 for some Member States concerning dental amalgam. Compliance teams placing relevant products on the EU market (e.g., dental sector and lighting) should evaluate the updated prohibitions/derogations and associated timelines for product design, sourcing, and market access.