Battery testing and certification
Battery testing helps safeguard the countless products that use batteries. Laptops, telephones, remote controls, smoke detectors, watches and drills. These are just a few examples of the countless products that use batteries. The huge number of electrical and electronic products in circulation today make batteries indispensable. However, they can sometimes be dangerous as well. Battery testing enables you to guarantee that your batteries are safe and as environmentally-friendly as possible.
Meet safety and quality requirements with battery testing
DEKRA has extensive battery testing facilities in countries throughout the world and tests a wide range of batteries. Batteries for
e-mobility
, for example. The market for this type of battery has been growing rapidly in recent years, because of which our experts have gained a lot of experience with them. We focus on
Global Market Access
when testing and certifying batteries. In other words: inspecting them in line with requirements applicable in a number of countries. Due to our battery testing service you can sell your product in the countries of your choice.
What type of batteries do we test?
Battery cells
From cylindrical and prismatic to pouch cells in various chemical compositions: DEKRA has the experience, machinery and accreditations necessary to test the performance and safety of traditional and innovative cell compositions. We conduct these battery tests according various international standards or customer-specific requirement
Portable applications
Industrial applications
E-mobility applications
Battery testing and certification at DEKRA
We want to offer our customers the best service possible, which is why we have been accredited for a large number of standards. They enable us to ensure that you are able to sell your batteries globally. DEKRA can help you attain the following certifications: 
Open doors to international markets.
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The ENEC quality mark shows that your electrical product meets various quality criteria and has been independently tested by an accredited institution..
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A CE marking indicates that your product complies with the essential health, safety and environmental requirements that apply within the EEA.
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The DEKRA Mark certification scheme is an ISO Type 5 certification for virtually any electrical product.
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The cDEKRAus seal of approval is a sign of compliance with the strict safety standards that apply in the United States and Canada.
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An EMC test measures whether your device has good electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and therefore does not cause any interference.
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DEKRA's team of cybersecurity specialists is dedicated to assisting you in achieving certifications and seals of approval.
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We test batteries on many safety aspects such as performance, reliability, endurance and RoHS.
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DEKRA ensures that mobile and wireless devices meet the expected levels of interoperability, safety, security and reliability.
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DEKRA tests and certifies (CB certification) according to the IEC 62620 standard to ensure battery performance.
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DEKRA supports explosion safety with certification, consulting, and testing according to ATEX/IECEx for safe processes and market access.
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The EU Battery Regulation sets stricter requirements for sustainability, safety and performance across all battery types, including EV and energy storage batteries. It introduces carbon footprint limits, hazardous substance restrictions and higher recycling targets. A digital battery passport will be mandatory for certain batteries from February 18, 2027, ensuring better transparency and traceability. The regulation follows a phased rollout, impacting the entire battery value chain until 2036.
DEKRA Locations for battery testing and certification
In Arnhem (Netherlands), our one-stop testing and certification facility covers cells, portable batteries, industrial applications, and e-mobility.
In Guangzhou (China), we test and certify primary and secondary batteries in line with a wide range of international standards.
In Klettwitz (Germany), Europe’s largest independent test center provides thermal, mechanical, and electrical testing of EV batteries.