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Deadline · 18 February 2027

EU Battery Passport (DPP)

Mandatory digital identity for every battery >2kWh

From 18 February 2027, every EV and industrial battery placed on the EU market must carry a digital passport with full lifecycle data — carbon footprint, recycled content, SoH history, and performance metrics. Without it, your batteries cannot legally enter the EU market.

Maximum penaltyMarket ban on non-compliant batteries + €100K per violation (Germany BattDG)
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Requirements

What it requires

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Digital record per battery >2kWh with QR code access

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Mandatory data: manufacturer, carbon footprint, recycled content, SoH history, performance data

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Standardized interfaces (IEC 62660) + encrypted data + audit trails

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Party placing battery on market responsible for data accuracy

Scope · 7 verticals

Who it affects

EV LeasingBattery Storage (BESS)MarineForkliftsUPS & DatacenterHeavy TransportCold Chain
Consequence

Non-compliant batteries face market ban, product recall, and fines of €100K per violation (Germany BattDG). This affects 6 of Arctura's 14 verticals.

Arctura solution

Continuous SoH monitoring generates compliance data. Digital Health Certificate provides the passport document. Lifecycle Bridge enables second-life handoff. End-to-end Battery Passport as a Service.

Per-asset scoring (TAS API)Digital health & compliance certificatesSecond-life & lifecycle bridgeTAS data index & licensing

This page provides general information about EU Battery Regulation (2023/1542) requirements. It does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified EU regulatory specialist for compliance guidance specific to your organization.

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