In the framework of Directive “2006/66/EC on batteries”, les fabricants nationaux, national manufacturers, product importers and distributors of their own brands are required to take responsibility, notably financially, of the selective collection then recycling or processing of waste from these products.

The current directive defines:
1) the rules applicable to the marketing of batteries and accumulators and in particular, a ban on the marketing of batteries and accumulators containing hazardous substances;

2) specific rules for battery and accumulator waste collection, processing, recycling and disposal, and promotes a high level of battery and accumulator waste collection and recycling.