Lithium battery technical regulations

Are lithium batteries covered by the general product safety regulation?

The General Product Safety Regulation covers safety aspects of a product, including lithium batteries, which are not covered by other regulations. Although there are harmonised standards under the regulation, we could not find any that specifically relate to batteries.

Are lithium batteries safe?

Lithium batteries are subject to various regulations and directives in the European Union that concern safety, substances, documentation, labelling, and testing. These requirements are primarily found under the Batteries Regulation, but additional regulations, directives, and standards are also relevant to lithium batteries.

What is the lithium-ion battery safety bill?

Electrical Safety First welcomed the government’s proposals. Lithium-ion batteries are the most popular type of rechargeable battery and are used in a wide range of electrical devices worldwide. The Lithium-ion Battery Safety Bill would provide for regulations concerning the safe storage, use and disposal of such batteries in the UK.

What are the requirements for the transport of lithium batteries?

The requirements include: The Inland Transport of Dangerous Goods Directive requires that the transportation of lithium batteries and other dangerous goods must be done according to the requirements of the Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR).

Are lithium batteries rechargeable?

Lithium batteries fall into two broad classifications; lithium metal batteries and lithium ion batteries. Lithium metal batteries are generally non-rechargeable and contain metallic lithium. Lithium ion batteries contain lithium which is only present in an ionic form in the electrolyte and are rechargeable.

What types of batteries are covered by the batteries regulation?

The Batteries Regulation covers all types of batteries, including lithium batteries. Here are some of the main areas covered by the regulation: Here are some standards relevant to lithium batteries that are harmonised under the regulation. This standard applies to stationary secondary batteries, including lithium-ion batteries.