Separate guide for built-in Li-ion batteries
This page is only for products with built-in rechargeable Li-ion batteries, such as power banks, Bluetooth speakers, flashlights, shavers, toys, and small household devices. It is separate from the AA/AAA guide because built-in batteries trigger additional rules on instructions, removability, online information, and QR-linked digital pages.
Separate collection symbol
The crossed-out bin must be handled correctly on the battery, product, or packaging depending on the design and size.
Battery label data
General battery label information and rechargeable portable battery capacity marking become relevant under the label trigger.
QR page and removability
QR-linked digital information and the rules for removability and replaceability become central for many products with built-in portable batteries.
Example product / rating label
Example: compact power bank or speaker with built-in portable rechargeable Li-ion battery
Rechargeable Li-ion battery
Nominal voltage: 3.7V
Rated capacity: 2200 mAh
Lot / Serial: PB260513A
Model: PB-LITE-01 Battery: Rechargeable Li-ion battery Nominal voltage: 3.7V Rated capacity: 2200 mAh Lot / Serial: PB260513A CE [crossed-out wheeled bin]
What still belongs on packaging and documents
- full manufacturer name, address, website, and email
- full importer name, address, website, and email
- battery removal and replacement instructions where required
- safety information for use, charging, storage, and disposal
- future QR target page and linked digital product information
- later battery label data under Annex VI Part A and capacity label logic
What the manual and online page must cover
- how to use and charge the product safely
- how to remove and replace the battery, where applicable
- fire, heat, short-circuit, and child-safety warnings
- disposal and separate collection instructions
- battery removal and replacement instructions
- battery safety and disposal information
- future QR-linked product page structure
- later DoC and compliance references
Which EU points apply here
This section shows which articles matter specifically for built-in portable rechargeable Li-ion batteries.
This applies to products incorporating portable batteries under the conditions of the Regulation.
Timeline, manual section, product-packaging split
Products with batteries must be accompanied by relevant instructions and safety information.
Manual / online information section
The built-in battery still falls under the battery marking and future QR rules.
Timeline, product example, packaging block
The manufacturer and importer still need to be clearly identifiable in the compliance package.
Product / packaging / online information split