The Digital Battery Passport Platform for EU Compliance
Create, manage, and share regulation-compliant battery passports covering carbon footprint, supply chain due diligence, and state of health — all via a scannable QR code.
2027
Mandatory deadline
90+
Data attributes tracked
10yr
Audit log retention
Annex XIII
Compliant export
Battery Passport
BPS-EV-2024-00142
Carbon Class
A
SoH
94%
Category
EV
QR Code generated
Scan to view public passport
EU 2023/1542
✓ Annex XIII Compliant
Passport published
Publicly accessible via QR
Why Now
The clock is ticking for battery manufacturers
The EU Battery Regulation 2023/1542 is the most significant compliance shift in the battery industry since REACH. Non-compliance means batteries cannot be placed on the EU market.
February 2027 deadline
All EV batteries, industrial batteries above 2kWh, and LMT batteries sold in the EU must carry a Digital Battery Passport. No exceptions, no extensions.
Global market impact
Any battery manufacturer exporting to the EU — including those based in the UK, US, China, and South Korea — must comply. This affects over 80% of global battery production.
Investment opportunity
Early movers gain competitive advantage. Automotive OEMs and tier-1 suppliers are already requiring battery passport data from their supply chains ahead of the deadline.
Complex requirements
The regulation requires 90+ data attributes including carbon footprint lifecycle assessment, supply chain due diligence for cobalt and lithium, and state of health tracking.
10-year data retention
Battery passport data must be retained for the lifetime of the battery plus 10 years. Immutable audit logs and tamper-proof records are mandatory.
Supply chain integration
Data must flow from raw material extraction through cell manufacturing, assembly, use phase, and end-of-life. Full chain-of-custody is required.
The Regulation
What EU Regulation 2023/1542 actually requires
Published in the Official Journal of the EU in July 2023, Regulation 2023/1542 replaces the 2006 Battery Directive and introduces mandatory Digital Battery Passports for the first time.
Carbon Footprint Declaration
Required from 2027- ✓Full lifecycle CO₂ calculation (JRC methodology)
- ✓Carbon footprint performance class (A–G)
- ✓Third-party verification required above threshold
- ✓Carbon footprint study URL publicly accessible
Supply Chain Due Diligence
Required from 2027- ✓Cobalt, lithium, nickel, graphite sourcing
- ✓Conflict minerals compliance (OECD guidelines)
- ✓Supplier audit trail and certification
- ✓Due diligence report publicly accessible
State of Health Tracking
Required from 2027- ✓Real-time SoH monitoring and reporting
- ✓Cycle count and capacity fade tracking
- ✓Predictive end-of-life assessment
- ✓Data accessible to repair and second-life operators
Circularity & End of Life
Required from 2027- ✓Recycled content percentages (Co, Li, Ni, Pb)
- ✓Dismantling and recycling instructions
- ✓Second-life potential assessment
- ✓Waste prevention measures documentation
Non-compliance consequences
Batteries without a valid Digital Battery Passport cannot be placed on the EU market after February 2027. Market surveillance authorities can mandate product withdrawal. Penalties vary by member state but can reach up to 4% of annual EU turnover.
Platform Features
Everything you need for full compliance
Vertex Battery Passport covers all 90+ data attributes required by Annex XIII of EU Regulation 2023/1542, with tools for the entire battery lifecycle.
Battery Passport Creation
Create regulation-compliant passports with 90+ attributes covering performance, chemistry, carbon footprint, and supply chain data.
QR Code Generation
Every passport gets a unique QR code linking to a public-facing page accessible to regulators, recyclers, and consumers.
Carbon Footprint Calculator
Built-in JRC methodology carbon footprint calculation with performance class assignment (A–G) and third-party verification support.
Supply Chain Due Diligence
Track cobalt, lithium, nickel, and graphite sourcing with OECD-compliant due diligence documentation and supplier audit trails.
State of Health Tracking
Real-time SoH monitoring with time-series charts, bulk CSV upload, and automated alerts for capacity fade thresholds.
Hazardous Substances
Declaration of hazardous substances with CAS numbers, concentration levels, and location within the battery pack.
Annex XIII PDF Export
Generate regulation-compliant PDF documents ready for submission to authorities, with all mandatory fields populated.
Immutable Audit Log
Every data change is recorded in a tamper-proof audit log meeting the 10-year retention requirement of the regulation.
API Integration
Full REST API with JWT and API key authentication for integration with ERP systems, MES platforms, and supply chain software.
Pricing
Simple, transparent pricing
Start with a free 30-day trial. No credit card required. Scale as your production grows.
Monthly billing also available · Basic from £15/month · All plans include full platform access
Don't wait until 2027 to get compliant
Battery passport data takes time to collect, verify, and integrate across your supply chain. Start building your compliance infrastructure today.
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