Question 15 of 21 · Identification
Where will the data carrier be applied?
The position affects production, packaging and labels.
Possible answers
- On the product
The code is printed, engraved or affixed on the product itself: the option ESPR prefers.
E.g. laser-engraved QR on a profile, label sewn into a garment.- On the packaging
The code is on the packaging, where it cannot go on the product.
E.g. QR on the box of a small appliance.- On the documentation
The code is in the documents accompanying the product.
E.g. QR on the delivery note or in the manual.- I don't know
You don't know yet where to place it: the results will tell you.
Guidance
Batteries: the QR code is normally printed or engraved on the battery itself (Regulation (EU) 2023/1542, Article 13).
Legal references
- Regulation (EU) 2024/1781 (ESPR): the data carrier may be placed on the product, its packaging or accompanying documentation; the product group's delegated act says where.
- Batteries: Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 (Batteries), Article 13: the QR code must be printed or engraved on the battery (or, where not possible, on the packaging and documents).
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