You use Bebat codes to complete a declaration for your batteries. That is a code used by Bebat as an identifier in its list of all known batteries.
All Bebat code battery details
The battery details associated with a Bebat code are automatically filled in for you when you select the right code. An overview of the details and their meaning is given below.
Bebat code
- A code: for batteries sold separately (excluding starter batteries)
- B code: for built-in/included batteries (excluding starter batteries)
- SA code: for built-in (initially installed) starter batteries
- SB code: for starter batteries sold separately (replacement market)
Category
This is the category of batteries that you market. Examples include home batteries/ESS, bicycle batteries, starter batteries, etc.
IEC code (only applies to monthly declarations)
IEC code examples: LR6, LR03, CR2032, R6, R03, LR44. If you know the IEC code, you will immediately find the corresponding Bebat code. The only additional criterion you must enter is whether the battery is sold separatelyor built-in/included.
Chemical family
This is the battery’s chemical composition. (For example, lithium-ion, lead, zinc-carbon, alkaline, etc.)
Rechargeable
This option indicates whether the battery is rechargeable or not.
Type
‘Type’ indicates whether it is a separate battery or built-in within a device.
Use
This indicates battery usage. The options are:
- Portable
- Industrial
- Automotive
You can find more information about these categories here: Which batteries do I need to declare?
Format (only applies for annual declarations)
This is the battery size indicated by a letter.
Weight
This is the weight of the battery.
Unit price
A unit price is set based on all the previous data. So, this is the contribution you must pay when you make a declaration for the battery. You see these prices in the last column of the list of Bebat codes.