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Digital Product Passport for Electronics & IT

Consumer electronics, ICT equipment, and displays are priority groups under the EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR 2024/1781).

Quick Summary

Under EU ESPR (2024/1781), electronics and ICT products are scheduled for delegated acts with expected compliance windows in 2028–2029, focusing on repairability, spare parts availability, battery replaceability, and critical raw materials.

Expected EU Timeline: Priority product group under the ESPR working plan; delegated acts and compliance expected around 2028–2029 (earlier for embedded LMT/EV batteries).

Key DPP data points for electronics

Repairability & spare parts

Repairability score (1–10), disassembly instructions, and spare parts availability window.

Critical raw materials

Disclosure of rare earths, cobalt, lithium, and precious metals in components.

Energy & carbon footprint

Lifecycle carbon footprint, energy efficiency class, and durability metrics.

Embedded battery data

Link or include EU Battery Regulation (2023/1542) compliance for rechargeable cells.

FAQ

When do electronics need a Digital Product Passport in the EU?

Electronics and ICT are priority categories in the ESPR working plan, with delegated acts expected to take effect around 2028–2029.

Can I start structuring my electronics DPPs now?

Yes. DPPify lets you publish up to 5 passports for free with repairability scores, GS1 Digital Link QR codes, and UNTP v0.5 exports.

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