Ensure compliance, safeguard your market access

Action required by 18 August 2025: The EU Battery Regulation introduces a host of new regulations and obligations for battery manufacturers. Those who do not act now risk fines, as well as losing market access and competitiveness. As a Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO), we take on your legal tasks. We are professional, reliable and on time.

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New rules — experienced support

The new EU Battery Regulation means that, as a manufacturer of batteries based in Germany or selling on the German market, you are faced with significantly extended obligations. In order to continue operating in compliance with the law and maintain access to the German market, you must take the following measures:
 

  • Fulfil Extended Producer Obligations: Manufacturers must ensure they take full responsibility for their products’ lifecycle, including collection and recycling.
  • Appoint an Authorised Representative: Foreign manufacturers must designate a repre-sentative based in Germany.
  • Update your registration: Producers must ensure their data is current in the national battery register.
  • Join a Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO): Participation in an approved PRO is necessary to legally place batteries on the German market.

Each of these steps involves logistical, administrative, and regulatory components that can be complex to manage alone. That’s where GRS Service GmbH comes in.

Your trusted partner for EPR

GRS Service GmbH: Your trusted partner for Extended Producer Responsibility in Germany

GRS Service GmbH is one of Germany’s leading take-back systems for batteries, helping manufacturers and suppliers stay compliant with national and EU regulations. With important enforcement dates of the EU Battery Regulation approaching, GRS is offering companies comprehensive support through every stage of compliance.

 

  • Setup and operation of collection points: GRS establishes and maintains a nationwide network for the collection of used batteries, making it easy to meet collection quotas.
  • Collection and environmentally sound disposal: They manage end-to-end logistics for battery take-back and ensure safe, legal disposal processes.
  • Official reporting and notifications: GRS handles all regulatory communication with the authorities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.

What truly sets GRS apart is its industry-specific approach, ensuring solutions are tailored to the unique needs of each battery type and producer category. Whether you are a small importer or a multinational manufacturer, GRS offers reliable logistics and customised services to meet your compliance requirements efficiently. 

 

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If you’re already a client of GRS Service Batterien, there’s good news

You don’t need to take additional action. GRS Service GmbH is proactively managing the updates necessary to keep you compliant with the new regulation.

 

If you haven’t yet partnered with a PRO, now is the time

GRS Service GmbH is ready to be your reliable partner in navigating this regulatory change. By joining GRS Service GmbH, you gain peace of mind and professional support in fulfilling all legal obligations under the new EU Battery Regulation.

 

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”A guide to the new EU rules on Battery compliance in Germany“

Key dates for battery manufacturers

The five battery categories

Sealed batteries weighing 5 kg or less, not classified under other categories, incl. batteries in everyday devices (laptops, smartphones, and power tools).

Batteries in light vehicles e.g. e-bikes, e-scooters, e-mopeds. They are sealed and weigh less than or equal to 25 kg.

Batteries for starting, lighting, and ignition in cars and motorcycles, and for auxiliary/ backup batteries for vehicles and transport equipment.

Batteries for powering hybrid and electric road vehicles. They include batteries used for traction in both fully electric and hybrid vehicles. 

Batteries for industrial applications, incl. forklifts, energy storage, and also repurposed industrial batteries and batteries >5kg and not LMT/ EV. 

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