Ordinary repair
A simple repair generally does not require a new passport. Keep the relevant information current and distinguish repair from operations that change the battery’s purpose or status.
Repurposing and remanufacturing
Repurposing, remanufacturing or certain preparations for reuse can require a new passport linked to the earlier passport. The applicable operation and the roles of the operators determine the requirements.
The waste stage and recycling
Rules govern transfer of responsibility to the relevant producer, producer responsibility organisation or waste management operator when the battery becomes waste. The passport ceases to exist after recycling.
Keep the lifecycle traceable
Record the relevant changes, dates and responsible parties. Agree how links between successive passports and supporting information are maintained. Check Article 77 and the Commission’s guidance for the specific operation; “used battery” and “waste battery” are not interchangeable descriptions.
Official sources
Regulation (EU) 2023/1542, particularly Articles 13, 77 and 78 and Annex XIII. See the European Commission’s battery passport guidance and FAQ for explanations and data-point guidance. Consult the current consolidated legislation for your situation.
General information, not an assessment of an individual battery’s compliance. Content basis reviewed on 14 October 2026.