TÜV Rheinland appointed as Notified Body under the new EU Battery Regulation to support global manufacturers

Battery testing in Aachen: TÜV Rheinland recognised as a notified body for the EU Battery Regulation (Photo: TÜV Rheinland)

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland (InterCert) has been designated as a Notified Body under the new EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542, replacing the previous Battery Directive, allowing it to support manufacturers worldwide with compliance, testing, and conformity assessments across the entire battery lifecycle. The regulation introduces stricter requirements on safety, performance, sustainability, recycling, and supply chain due diligence, including responsible sourcing of materials such as cobalt and nickel from August 2027. TÜV Rheinland will provide comprehensive services to help companies meet these obligations and bring their battery products to the EU market in compliance with the updated regulatory framework.

(PRESS RELEASE) COLOGNE, 3-Feb-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — TÜV Rheinland (InterCert) has received official designation as a Notified Body from the European Commission under the new EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542, which replaces the former Battery Directive (2006/66/EC). This status enables the organization to play a key role in supporting manufacturers as they adapt to the evolving regulatory framework governing batteries and waste batteries in the European Union.

With this accreditation, TÜV Rheinland is positioned to assist companies worldwide in navigating the requirements of the updated regulation and ensuring their products can be placed on the EU market in full compliance. The company is offering a broad portfolio of services covering the entire battery lifecycle, including conformity assessments, safety and performance evaluations, as well as testing related to environmental impact and recyclability. These services are available across Europe and internationally, reflecting the global nature of battery supply chains.

The introduction of the EU Battery Regulation represents a substantial shift for manufacturers and their suppliers, introducing new obligations that extend beyond product performance to encompass responsible sourcing and sustainability. Beginning in August 2027, companies will be required to demonstrate that critical raw materials such as cobalt and nickel have been sourced in accordance with due diligence standards, adding a new layer of accountability to global supply chains.

Since February 2024, the regulation has already required that batteries placed on the EU market meet stringent criteria related to safety, performance, sustainability, and end-of-life management. To verify compliance with these standards, manufacturers must engage accredited notified bodies like TÜV Rheinland to conduct independent assessments and testing.

Through its expanded role, TÜV Rheinland aims to help businesses meet these regulatory challenges while supporting the development of safer, more sustainable, and more transparent battery production and use across industries.

About TÜV Rheinland

Making the world a safer place – for more than 150 years: This is what TÜV Rheinland stands for as one of the world’s leading testing service providers with annual sales of more than €2.7 billion and 27,000 employees in over 50 countries. Its highly qualified experts test technical equipment and products, support innovations, and help shape the transition to greater sustainability.

They train people in numerous professions and certify management systems according to international standards. With particular expertise in mobility, energy supply, infrastructure, and many other areas, TÜV Rheinland independently ensures quality, especially in innovative technologies such as green hydrogen, artificial intelligence, and automated driving – thus enabling a safe and livable future. Since 2006, TÜV Rheinland has been a member of the United Nations Global Compact for greater sustainability and against corruption. The company is headquartered in Cologne, Germany. Website: www.tuv.com

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