# Electronics & Energy-related Products

**Reference:** ESPR + existing ecodesign regulations · **Status:** In preparation · **DPP applies:** Expected 2028+ per product group

> No electronics DPP is mandatory yet; existing ecodesign and energy-label rules still apply.

ESPR carries over 14 energy-related product groups from the old Ecodesign Directive. Horizontal reparability (2027) and recycled-content/recyclability rules for electronics (2029) are planned. An EPREL energy-label QR code is not automatically an ESPR DPP.

**Scope:** Energy-related products such as smartphones, tablets, appliances and ICT equipment.

## Key dates

- **31 Dec 2026** — Ongoing Directive-based measures to be adopted

- **2027** — Horizontal reparability requirements (indicative) _(expected)_

- **2029** — EEE recycled content & recyclability (indicative) _(expected)_

## Passport information

- Repair and spare-parts information

- Reparability score (expected)

- Energy performance / EPREL link

- Recycled content (expected)

## FAQ

### Is the EU energy label QR code a DPP?

No. The EPREL QR code is a separate system. Future ESPR delegated acts will decide if and when electronics need a passport.

## Sources

- [EU energy-efficient products policy](https://energy-efficient-products.ec.europa.eu/policy-making-0_en)