IEC 63338 ED1

General guidance on reuse and repurposing of secondary cells and batteries IEC 63338 ED1

General information

50.20 Proof sent to secretariat or FDIS ballot initiated: 8 weeks   Apr 19, 2024

PRVD    May 31, 2024

IEC

TC 21/SC 21A

International Standard

29.220.20   Acid secondary cells and batteries | 29.220.30   Alkaline secondary cells and batteries | 29.220.99   Other cells and batteries

Scope

IEC 63338:2024 applies to the reuse and repurposing of secondary lithium ion and nickel-metal hydride cells and batteries after extraction from the application for which they were first placed on the market (hereafter "relevant cells and batteries").
This document does not permit reuse or repurposing of single cells or cell assemblies if battery lifetime traceability data are not recorded. See Clause 4. Swappable batteries such as those used in e-scooters are removed and installed by the user (such as for charging) without conducting a safety assessment (such as battery lifetime traceability data assessment) as part of intended use, which is not considered reuse or repurposing. This document does not cover system component reuse and repurposing. The original manufacturer can be contacted to confirm suitability of components for reuse and repurposing.

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IEC 63338 ED1
50.20 Proof sent to secretariat or FDIS ballot initiated: 8 weeks
Apr 19, 2024