Battery Standard IEC 62133 replaces the UL Standard within the IECEE CB Scheme. The status of battery safety standard IEC 62133, which is included in the scope of the IECEE CB Scheme, becomes stronger. After a specified transition period the standard will totally replace the UL 1642 standard used as component standard in equipment certification within the IECEE CB Scheme.

From October 26, 2010 additional tests must be carried out on CB certified batteries tested in accordance with UL 1642 to ensure that they comply with standard IEC 62133. From June 27, 2011 CB certificates can be issued for the products in question only in accordance with IEC 62133. The decision regarding the battery standard backs up the IECEE CB Schemes’global development.