Members of the European Parliament proposed that equipment manufacturers ban the use of non-removable batteries. relevant provision It was published On the website of the European authority.
The new rules will primarily aim to ensure that users can independently replace the batteries in their equipment, including smartphones, if they wish. In addition, the bill requires manufacturers to affix special labels and QR codes that contain information about the battery, including its capacity, durability and chemical composition.
“The new rules will cover the entire life cycle of batteries from design to end-of-life and will apply to all battery types sold in the EU: portable batteries, SLI batteries, vehicle batteries, electric vehicle batteries and industrial batteries,” on the European Parliament’s website reader.
If Parliament and the European Council decide accordingly, electronics manufacturers will have 3.5 years to convert their devices to easily replaceable removable batteries.
Formerly socialbites.ca saidThat the EU has approved the effective date of a single standard charger for smartphones.