EU MDR Battery Regulation (2023/1542) Compliance with Energizer - CR2 - 3V batteries

[dshukla]

I’m reaching out to inquire about the steps DigiKey is taking to ensure that these batteries comply with the new EU MDR Battery Regulation (2023/1542). Specifically, we want to make sure that we will receive batteries that meet the updated requirements moving forward.

I contacted Energizer directly, and they confirmed that batteries produced after July 2024 will comply with all labeling requirements under the new regulations. I’ve attached their notice for your reference. Additionally, they informed us that the CE mark, as required by the new regulations, will be placed on the packaging and not directly on the battery.

1. Could you please provide further details on how DigiKey will ensure compliance and any additional steps we need to take?

2. We would like to receive a CoC from DigiKey that the batteries that we receive henceforth would be compliant with the new Battery Regulations (2023/1542). Is it possible?

[Nathan_2268]

@dshukla

As the other post indicates to get the CE markings you would need to order full packaging.
And also, when ordering you can place in your order notes that you are needing the requested documentation and that the items have a manufacturer date after July 2024.

[dshukla]

Sounds good!
Thank you!

[dshukla]

@Nathan_2268
What would constitute as full packaging?

[Nathan_2268]

@dshukla

This information was indicated in that other post too.

CE Markings for Coin Cell Batteries

A common request for coin cell batteries, such as Panasonic’s common P189-ND, is whether the parts will ship with a CE or similar safety agency certification mark on the packaging, or on the batteries themselves. [image] Unfortunately, these markings are not printed on the batteries directly. To obtain these markings, you must order the parts in unbroken manufacturer standard quantity, and then request the manufacturer’s original packaging via the Order Notes section of your order. You can …

It would be the un broken / unopened box/package from the manufacturer.

[Nathan_2268]

In the case of the P189-ND it would be the tray of 4000 units.

[dshukla]

@Nathan_2268
Thank you so much! This helps alot!
What would that quantity be for Energizer - CR2 - 3V batteries?

[raelynn.roen]

Hello, dshukla.

Please see the post I wrote concerning CE markings for coin cell batteries. The quantity can be found by searching for the ‘box’ icon in the price breaks section of a given part number, and can also be found at the bottom of most product pages in the “Additional Resources” section, entitled “Standard Package”.

Please note that simply ordering Standard Package quantity by itself is not sufficient to guarantee original manufacturer packaging, as our fulfillment team may arrange a 400-piece order from bits and pieces of available broken lots, instead. As directed in the original CE Markings post, this packaging must be actively requested at the time of placing the order, via the Order Notes section of your order.