Laws & Regulations

Below are a list of U.S. and international laws and regulations that apply to batteries and battery-powered products. These laws and regulations are updated regularly for PRBA members.

EC Battery Directive – Revision Batteries Directive
FAQs on Directive 2006/66/EU on Batteries and Accumulators and Waste Batteries and Accumulators
European Commission Battery Directive – September 2006
European Commission WEEE Directive – 2002
EPA Mercury-Containing and Rechargeable Battery Management Act (Overview) – May 1996