Marking of secondary cells and batteries with the international recycling symbol ISO 7000-1135 and indications regarding directives 93/86/EEC and 91/157/EEC

This International Standard defines the conditions of utilization of the recycling symbol of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) associated with the chemical symbols indicating the electrochemical system of the battery. This standard applies to lead-acid batteries (Pb) and nicke-cadmium batteries (Ni-Cd).

Kennzeichnung von Akkumulatoren und Batterien mit dem internationalen Recycling-Bildzeichen ISO 7000-1135 und Hinweis auf Richtlinien 93/86/EWG und 91/157/EWG

Marquage des accumulateurs avec le symbole international de recyclage ISO 7000-1135 et les indications relatives aux directives 93/86/CEE et 91/157/CEE

La présente Norme internationale définit les modes d'utilisation du symbole de recyclage de l'Organisation Internationale de Normalisation (ISO) associé aux symboles chimiques précisant le système électrochimique de l'accumulateur. Cette norme s'applique aux accumulateurs au plomb (Pb) et aux accumulateurs au nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd).

Marking of secondary cells and batteries with the international recycling symbol ISO 7000-1135 and indications regarding directives 93/86/EEC and 91/157/EEC

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
24-Nov-1996
Withdrawal Date
31-May-1997
ICS
01.080.20 - Graphical symbols for use on specific equipment
 
29.220.20 - Acid secondary cells and batteries
 
29.220.30 - Alkaline secondary cells and batteries
Technical Committee
CLC/TC 21X - Secondary cells and batteries
Drafting Committee
IEC/TC 21 - IEC_TC_21
Parallel Committee
IEC/TC 21 - IEC_TC_21
Current Stage
6060 - Document made available - Publishing
Start Date
25-Nov-1996
Completion Date
25-Nov-1996
Ref Project
SIST EN 61429:2001 - Marking of secondary cells and batteries with the international recycling symbol ISO 7000-1135 and indications regarding directives 93/86/EEC and 91/157/EEC

Relations

Amended By
EN 61429:1996/A11:1998 - Marking of secondary cells and batteries with the international recycling symbol ISO 7000-1135 and indications regarding directives 93/86/EEC and 91/157/EEC
Effective Date
28-Jan-2023

Overview

EN 61429:1996 (CLC) specifies how the international recycling symbol ISO 7000-1135 is to be used on secondary cells and batteries and how it must be combined with chemical symbols indicating the battery electrochemical system. The standard applies specifically to lead‑acid (Pb) and nickel‑cadmium (Ni‑Cd) secondary batteries and includes requirements for adding indications related to EU Directives 93/86/EEC and 91/157/EEC. A Slovenian adoption (SIST EN 61429:2001) is identical to the EN text.

Key Topics

  • Use of the ISO recycling symbol (ISO 7000-1135): Conditions for applying the international recycling pictogram on batteries and cells.
  • Association with chemical symbols: Rules for pairing the recycling symbol with chemical designations such as Pb (lead) and Ni‑Cd (nickel‑cadmium) to clearly communicate battery chemistry for recycling and safety.
  • Directive indications: Requirements for marking that reference or indicate compliance with relevant EU directives (93/86/EEC and 91/157/EEC) concerning battery handling and disposal.
  • Scope limitations: Standard explicitly covers secondary (rechargeable) lead‑acid and nickel‑cadmium batteries; it does not extend to other chemistries unless referenced.
  • Graphical symbol consistency: Ensures uniform appearance and interpretation of the recycling symbol across products and markets to support recycling infrastructure and regulatory compliance.

Applications

EN 61429:1996 is practical for organizations and professionals involved in the life cycle of rechargeable batteries:

  • Battery manufacturers and assemblers - to apply compliant markings on products and packaging.
  • OEMs and electronics companies - to ensure embedded batteries and battery packs carry required recycling/chemical markings.
  • Importers, distributors and retailers - to verify labeling meets EU guidance and to facilitate market access.
  • Recycling and waste management operators - to quickly identify battery chemistry for safe processing and recycling routes.
  • Regulatory and compliance teams - to demonstrate adherence to EU directives and harmonized marking practices.
  • Technical writers and product documentation teams - to align product information with on‑product markings.

Related Standards

  • ISO 7000-1135 - the graphical recycling symbol referenced by EN 61429.
  • EU Directives 93/86/EEC and 91/157/EEC - legislative context for battery marking and waste management referenced in the standard.

EN 61429:1996 supports clear, consistent battery labeling, improves battery recycling traceability, and helps organisations meet EU marking expectations for Pb and Ni‑Cd rechargeable batteries.

Frequently Asked Questions

EN 61429:1996 is a standard published by CLC. Its full title is "Marking of secondary cells and batteries with the international recycling symbol ISO 7000-1135 and indications regarding directives 93/86/EEC and 91/157/EEC". This standard covers: This International Standard defines the conditions of utilization of the recycling symbol of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) associated with the chemical symbols indicating the electrochemical system of the battery. This standard applies to lead-acid batteries (Pb) and nicke-cadmium batteries (Ni-Cd).

This International Standard defines the conditions of utilization of the recycling symbol of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) associated with the chemical symbols indicating the electrochemical system of the battery. This standard applies to lead-acid batteries (Pb) and nicke-cadmium batteries (Ni-Cd).

EN 61429:1996 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 01.080.20 - Graphical symbols for use on specific equipment; 29.220.20 - Acid secondary cells and batteries; 29.220.30 - Alkaline secondary cells and batteries. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN 61429:1996 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 61429:1996/A11:1998. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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Standards Content (Sample)


SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-februar-2001
Marking of secondary cells and batteries with the international recycling symbol
ISO 7000-1135 and indications regarding directives 93/86/EEC and 91/157/EEC
Marking of secondary cells and batteries with the international recycling symbol ISO
7000-1135 and indications regarding directives 93/86/EEC and 91/157/EEC
Kennzeichnung von Akkumulatoren und Batterien mit dem internationalen Recycling-
Bildzeichen ISO 7000-1135 und Hinweis auf Richtlinien 93/86/EWG und 91/157/EWG
Marquage des accumulateurs avec le symbole international de recyclage ISO 7000-1135
et les indications relatives aux directives 93/86/CEE et 91/157/CEE
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 61429:1996
ICS:
01.080.20 *UDILþQLVLPEROL]DSRVHEQR Graphical symbols for use on
RSUHPR specific equipment
29.220.20 .LVOLQVNLVHNXQGDUQLþOHQLLQ Acid secondary cells and
EDWHULMH batteries
29.220.30 $ONDOQLVHNXQGDUQLþOHQLLQ Alkaline secondary cells and
EDWHULMH batteries
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega s
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기사 제목: EN 61429:1996 - 국제 재활용 심볼 ISO 7000-1135와 지침 93/86/EEC 및 91/157/EEC에 대한 보조 전지 및 배터리의 마킹 기사 내용: 이 국제 표준은 전지의 화학 심볼과 연결된 국제 표준화 기구 (ISO)의 재활용 심볼의 이용 조건을 정의합니다. 이 표준은 납-산화물 전지 (Pb)와 니켈-카드뮴 전지 (Ni-Cd)에 적용됩니다.

기사 제목: EN 61429: 1996 - 국제 재활용 기호 ISO 7000-1135로 이차 전지 및 배터리 표시 및 93/86/EEC 및 91/157/EEC 지침에 대한 표시 기사 내용: 이 국제 표준은 배터리의 화학 기호와 연관된 국제 표준화 기구 (ISO)의 재활용 기호의 이용 조건을 정의합니다. 이 표준은 납-산화물 배터리 (Pb) 및 니켈-카드뮴 배터리 (Ni-Cd)에 적용됩니다.

記事のタイトル：EN 61429:1996 - 国際リサイクルシンボル ISO 7000-1135 および指令 93/86/EEC および 91/157/EEC に関する二次電池およびバッテリーのマーキング 記事の内容：この国際規格は、電池の電気化学システムを示す化学シンボルに関連する国際標準化機構（ISO）のリサイクルシンボルの利用条件を定義しています。この規格は、鉛蓄電池（Pb）およびニッケルカドミウム電池（Ni-Cd）に適用されます。

The mentioned article discusses the utilization of the recycling symbol of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in relation to the chemical symbols indicating the electrochemical system of batteries. The standard specifically applies to lead-acid batteries (Pb) and nickel-cadmium batteries (Ni-Cd).

The article discusses EN 61429:1996, which is a standard that outlines the guidelines for marking secondary cells and batteries with the international recycling symbol ISO 7000-1135. It also includes indications regarding directives 93/86/EEC and 91/157/EEC. This standard specifically applies to lead-acid batteries and nicke-cadmium batteries.

記事のタイトル：EN 61429:1996 - 国際リサイクルシンボルISO 7000-1135と指令93/86/EECおよび91/157/EECに関する指示に基づく二次電池およびバッテリーのマーキング 記事の内容：この国際基準は、電池の化学シンボルと関連付けられた国際標準化機構（ISO）のリサイクルシンボルの利用条件を定義しています。この基準は鉛蓄電池（Pb）およびニッケルカドミウム蓄電池（Ni-Cd）に適用されます。