The European Commission:
The European Commission adopted a delegated act today (14
July) introducing new rules that exempt additional products from
EU requirements on the removability and replaceability of portable
batteries.Under the EU’s Batteries Regulation, portable batteries in
products sold in the EU must generally be removable and
replaceable by consumers. This helps extend products’ lifetime by
allowing battery replacements and supports recycling by making it
easier to collect used batteries. […]The Commission is now adding six new product categories to the
existing list of exemptions. This includes wearable devices such
as smartwatches and fitness trackers, electric toys, and products
within the scope of the ATEX Directive (equipment used in
explosive atmospheres such as explosion-proof motors, sensors,
pumps or forklift trucks).
See, exemptions aren’t hard, especially to stupid regulations.
