The battery passport does not apply to every battery. Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 scopes the passport obligation to three categories: light means of transport (LMT) batteries, industrial batteries above a capacity threshold, and electric vehicle (EV) batteries. Knowing which category a battery falls into determines whether a passport is required and which battery-specific data must be carried.
| Battery type | Examples | Passport required? | Notable threshold |
|---|---|---|---|
| LMT battery | E-bikes, e-scooters | Yes | Defined by LMT category, no kWh floor |
| Industrial battery | Stationary storage, industrial equipment | Yes | Capacity greater than 2 kWh |
| EV battery | Batteries for electric vehicles | Yes | In scope as a category |
| Portable battery | Consumer cells, small portables | No passport requirement | Outside the passport scope |
How content differs by type
- All three carry the core identity, technical and access-tiered data defined in Annex XIII.
- Carbon footprint, recycled content and due-diligence obligations apply according to category and thresholds set by the regulation.
- Each individual battery still gets its own passport regardless of type, per Article 77(1).
Whatever the type, the structural rules are the same: one passport per physical battery, a QR-linked data carrier, server-side Annex XIII access tiers and long-term retention. The type mainly affects which thresholds and battery-specific data sets apply.
Frequently asked
Which batteries need a battery passport?
Under Regulation (EU) 2023/1542, LMT batteries, industrial batteries with a capacity above 2 kWh, and electric vehicle batteries require a battery passport from 18 February 2027. Portable batteries are not in scope of the passport requirement.
Do industrial batteries under 2 kWh need a passport?
The industrial battery passport obligation targets batteries above the 2 kWh capacity threshold. Smaller industrial batteries fall outside that specific passport scope, though other regulatory obligations may still apply.