TS EN 61429+A11

TS EN 61429+A11 is a standard concerned with marking secondary cells and batteries with the international recycling symbol ISO 7000-1135. In practical terms, it addresses how the recycling-related symbol is applied to rechargeable cells and batteries so that the item can be readily identified in the context of collection, recovery, and waste handling.

Why the recycling symbol matters on batteries

General technical context: graphic symbols are used when a short, language-neutral visual cue is more effective than text. For secondary cells and batteries, a recycling symbol helps communicate that the product belongs in a managed end-of-life stream rather than ordinary mixed waste. This is especially relevant because rechargeable batteries are used in many product categories and can vary widely in chemistry, size, and construction, yet all benefit from clear identification for recovery and recycling pathways.

Scope boundaries and document status

From the supplied scope, the standard is focused on the marking of the symbol itself; it does not, on the basis of the available abstract alone, establish battery performance requirements, safety test methods, or detailed chemical classifications. Its value is therefore in providing a common visual marking convention for manufacturers and other stakeholders handling rechargeable cells and batteries. The listing is marked as withdrawn, so it should be understood as a historical reference rather than a current active standard.