As a high-energy density energy storage product, lithium batteries are classified as Dangerous Goods (UN3480/UN3481) due to the potential risk of overheating, fire, or even explosion. Therefore, before being exported or entering various national markets, they must pass corresponding mandatory safety certifications and transport tests to ensure compliance with destination regulations and standards.

This guide provides an overview of the essential lithium battery certifications worldwide, categorized by application (General/Consumer/Power/Energy Storage) and market region.

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I. Essential Lithium Battery Certifications

To be legally exported or sold across different markets, lithium batteries—as high-risk, dangerous goods—must meet mandatory certification requirements in each country/region. The following is the latest 2025 summary for battery companies seeking export and compliance guidance.

1. International General Certifications & Tests (Mandatory for Transport & Import)

Certification/Standard	Scope of Application	Description
UN 38.3	All Lithium Batteries	UN Transport Test, mandatory for export via air, sea, and land.
MSDS & Transport Identification Report	All Lithium Batteries	Required for declaring dangerous goods transport category, outlining battery composition and hazard level.
IEC 62133-2	Batteries for Small Consumer Devices	International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) safety standard, widely adopted globally.
CB Certification	IEC Electrical Scheme	Can serve as a basis for certifications in multiple countries, reducing redundant testing.
T1–T8 Transport Test Report (UN38.3 Annex)	Export Transport	Includes vibration, shock, temperature, external short circuit, overcharge, and compression tests.

2. Main Certifications by Battery Application

Consumer Electronics (e.g., Phones, Laptops, Power Tools, Drones)

Certification	Applicable Region	Key Features
IEC 62133-2	Global (Most Countries)	Commonly used for mobile phone, laptop, and drone batteries.
UL 2054 / UL 1642	United States (U.S.)	Safety standards for battery systems / single cells.
PSE Certification	Japan	Mandatory for lithium batteries categorized as specific electrical appliances.
KC Certification	South Korea	Mandatory national safety certification.
BIS (IS 16046)	India	Requires registration in India and display of the ISI mark.
RCM	Australia / New Zealand	Includes both electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and battery safety requirements.
EAC	Russia / Eurasian Economic Union	Unified certification system, covering battery safety and EMC.

Power Lithium Batteries (EVs, Scooters, E-bikes)

Certification	Country/Region	Description
UN 38.3	Global	Fundamental requirement for export and transport.
UL 2580	United States (U.S.)	Safety standard for EV/HEV power battery packs.
ISO 12405 / ISO 6469	Europe	Standards for electric vehicle battery performance and safety.
ECE R100	European Union (EU)	Mandatory certification for vehicle lithium battery systems.
AIS 156 / AIS 038 Rev2	India	Safety tests for electric two/three-wheelers.
GB/T 31467 / GB 38031	China	Standards for EV battery safety and consistency.

Energy Storage Lithium Batteries (Home Storage, Commercial Storage, Portable Power)

Certification	Country/Region	Description
IEC 62619	International	Safety standard for industrial energy storage batteries, widely adopted.
UL 1973 / UL 9540A	United States (U.S.)	Standards for energy storage systems and thermal runaway propagation testing.
NFPA 855 / UL 9540	United States (U.S.)	Fire safety standards for energy storage systems.
JIS C8715-2	Japan	Standard for residential energy storage battery systems.
CEI 0-21 / CEI 0-16	Italy	Certification related to grid-connection for photovoltaic energy storage systems.
CQC / CGC Mark	China	Primarily for domestic commercial and residential energy storage products.

Special Compliance Reminders

• China (2024 Onwards): Power banks without a CCC Mark are prohibited on domestic Chinese flights.

• EU (August 2024 Onwards): All batteries must carry the 'WEEE Wheelie Bin' label and indicate if heavy metal limits are exceeded.

• EU (2025 Onwards): Batteries must provide data on State of Health (SoH) and life expectancy parameters.

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II. Mandatory Certifications for Exporting Lithium Batteries to the EU

With the EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 entering full effect on August 18, 2024, compliance for lithium battery exports to the EU has been significantly raised. Requirements like carbon footprint disclosure, the Digital Battery Passport, mandatory CE Marking, and stricter environmental limits mean the era of "ship first, certify later" is over.

As of July 2025, lithium battery exports to the EU must complete the following mandatory certifications and compliance requirements to ensure smooth customs clearance and market entry:

Mandatory EU Compliance Checklist (All are essential)

Certification Name	Applicable Regulation/Standard	Description
CE Marking	(EU) 2023/1542 (New Battery Regulation) + LVD/EMC Directives + EN/IEC 62133-2	Mandatory for all battery types (including embedded batteries), enforced from August 18, 2024.
UN 38.3 Test Report	UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, Sub-section 38.3	Mandatory for air, sea, rail, and road transport; must be completed before shipping.
RoHS Compliance	RoHS 2.0 + RoHS 3.0 (2015/863/EU)	Restricts Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, Hexavalent Chromium, PBB, PBDE, and four Phthalates.
REACH Compliance	REACH Regulation (SVHC List)	Declaration required to ECHA if the battery contains >0.1% of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC).
EU Battery Regulation Compliance	(EU) 2023/1542	Requires submission of: Carbon Footprint Statement, Recycled Content Declaration, and the Battery Passport (Digital Tracking).

That is a very comprehensive and well-structured overview of the global lithium battery certification landscape. Here is the professional English translation, formatted for business clarity and ease of search engine indexing.

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🔋 Global Lithium Battery Certification & Export Requirements (2025 Edition)

As a high-energy density energy storage product, lithium batteries are classified as Dangerous Goods (UN3480/UN3481) due to the potential risk of overheating, fire, or even explosion. Therefore, before being exported or entering various national markets, they must pass corresponding mandatory safety certifications and transport tests to ensure compliance with destination regulations and standards.

This guide provides an overview of the essential lithium battery certifications worldwide, categorized by application (General/Consumer/Power/Energy Storage) and market region.

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I. Essential Lithium Battery Certifications

To be legally exported or sold across different markets, lithium batteries—as high-risk, dangerous goods—must meet mandatory certification requirements in each country/region. The following is the latest 2025 summary for battery companies seeking export and compliance guidance.

1. International General Certifications & Tests (Mandatory for Transport & Import)

Certification/Standard	Scope of Application	Description
UN 38.3	All Lithium Batteries	UN Transport Test, mandatory for export via air, sea, and land.
MSDS & Transport Identification Report	All Lithium Batteries	Required for declaring dangerous goods transport category, outlining battery composition and hazard level.
IEC 62133-2	Batteries for Small Consumer Devices	International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) safety standard, widely adopted globally.
CB Certification	IEC Electrical Scheme	Can serve as a basis for certifications in multiple countries, reducing redundant testing.
T1–T8 Transport Test Report (UN38.3 Annex)	Export Transport	Includes vibration, shock, temperature, external short circuit, overcharge, and compression tests.

2. Main Certifications by Battery Application

Consumer Electronics (e.g., Phones, Laptops, Power Tools, Drones)

Certification	Applicable Region	Key Features
IEC 62133-2	Global (Most Countries)	Commonly used for mobile phone, laptop, and drone batteries.
UL 2054 / UL 1642	United States (U.S.)	Safety standards for battery systems / single cells.
PSE Certification	Japan	Mandatory for lithium batteries categorized as specific electrical appliances.
KC Certification	South Korea	Mandatory national safety certification.
BIS (IS 16046)	India	Requires registration in India and display of the ISI mark.
RCM	Australia / New Zealand	Includes both electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and battery safety requirements.
EAC	Russia / Eurasian Economic Union	Unified certification system, covering battery safety and EMC.

Power Lithium Batteries (EVs, Scooters, E-bikes)

Certification	Country/Region	Description
UN 38.3	Global	Fundamental requirement for export and transport.
UL 2580	United States (U.S.)	Safety standard for EV/HEV power battery packs.
ISO 12405 / ISO 6469	Europe	Standards for electric vehicle battery performance and safety.
ECE R100	European Union (EU)	Mandatory certification for vehicle lithium battery systems.
AIS 156 / AIS 038 Rev2	India	Safety tests for electric two/three-wheelers.
GB/T 31467 / GB 38031	China	Standards for EV battery safety and consistency.

Energy Storage Lithium Batteries (Home Storage, Commercial Storage, Portable Power)

Certification	Country/Region	Description
IEC 62619	International	Safety standard for industrial energy storage batteries, widely adopted.
UL 1973 / UL 9540A	United States (U.S.)	Standards for energy storage systems and thermal runaway propagation testing.
NFPA 855 / UL 9540	United States (U.S.)	Fire safety standards for energy storage systems.
JIS C8715-2	Japan	Standard for residential energy storage battery systems.
CEI 0-21 / CEI 0-16	Italy	Certification related to grid-connection for photovoltaic energy storage systems.
CQC / CGC Mark	China	Primarily for domestic commercial and residential energy storage products.

🚨 Special Compliance Reminders

• China (2024 Onwards): Power banks without a CCC Mark are prohibited on domestic Chinese flights.

• EU (August 2024 Onwards): All batteries must carry the 'WEEE Wheelie Bin' label and indicate if heavy metal limits are exceeded.

• EU (2025 Onwards): Batteries must provide data on State of Health (SoH) and life expectancy parameters.

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II. Mandatory Certifications for Exporting Lithium Batteries to the EU

With the EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 entering full effect on August 18, 2024, compliance for lithium battery exports to the EU has been significantly raised. Requirements like carbon footprint disclosure, the Digital Battery Passport, mandatory CE Marking, and stricter environmental limits mean the era of "ship first, certify later" is over.

As of July 2025, lithium battery exports to the EU must complete the following mandatory certifications and compliance requirements to ensure smooth customs clearance and market entry:

Mandatory EU Compliance Checklist (All are essential)

Certification Name	Applicable Regulation/Standard	Description
CE Marking	(EU) 2023/1542 (New Battery Regulation) + LVD/EMC Directives + EN/IEC 62133-2	Mandatory for all battery types (including embedded batteries), enforced from August 18, 2024.
UN 38.3 Test Report	UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, Sub-section 38.3	Mandatory for air, sea, rail, and road transport; must be completed before shipping.
RoHS Compliance	RoHS 2.0 + RoHS 3.0 (2015/863/EU)	Restricts Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, Hexavalent Chromium, PBB, PBDE, and four Phthalates.
REACH Compliance	REACH Regulation (SVHC List)	Declaration required to ECHA if the battery contains >0.1% of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC).
EU Battery Regulation Compliance	(EU) 2023/1542	Requires submission of: Carbon Footprint Statement, Recycled Content Declaration, and the Battery Passport (Digital Tracking).

In summary, for EU export, “CE + UN38.3 + RoHS/REACH + Battery Regulation” represents the minimum compliance threshold. The Carbon Footprint Statement and Digital Battery Passport are the core competitive elements for the next phase.

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III. Global Market Certification Quick Reference Guide (By Region)

Country/Region	Certification Name	Applicable Standard	Notes
China	CCC Certification (Mandatory from Aug 2024)	GB 31241	Covers lithium batteries, power banks, and e-bike batteries.
EU	CE Marking	EN 62133, IEC 62133	Self-declaration, third-party testing is recommended.
	RoHS Certification	2011/65/EU	Mandatory restriction of hazardous substances.
	Battery Directive	2023/1542	New regulations including labeling, recycling, and carbon footprint.
United States	UL Certification	UL 1642 (Cell), UL 2054 (Pack)	Mandatory requirement on platforms like Amazon.
	FCC Certification	Part 15B	Only for lithium battery devices with wireless functions.
Japan	PSE Certification	JIS C 8712 / IEC 62133	Divided into voluntary Round mark and mandatory Diamond mark; most choose the Round mark.
South Korea	KC Certification	KC 62133	Cells must first pass CB or KC certification.
India	BIS Certification	IS 16046 (Latest 2018 Edition)	Mandatory registration before import.
Russia	EAC Certification	IEC 62133	General certification for the Eurasian Economic Union.
Mexico	NOM Certification	NOM-212-SCFI-2017	Only for batteries sold separately.
Israel	SII Certification	IEC 62133	Essential for import customs clearance.

Conclusion

As global demands for lithium battery safety, environmental protection, and product quality continue to rise, countries have established diverse and increasingly stringent certification systems tailored to various application scenarios.

For businesses, deeply understanding and strictly adhering to the relevant regulations and certification standards before exporting or entering a target market is not just a prerequisite for legal market access, but also the cornerstone for building brand credibility and ensuring user safety. In the face of an increasingly complex international regulatory environment, only by planning ahead and ensuring precise compliance can products successfully navigate global markets and gain consumer acceptance.

ESC's power bank batteries and power banks have successfully obtained certifications that meet these various regulations, ensuring user confidence and safety. If you are looking for a reliable power bank supplier, please contact us immediately.