EU Introduces Landmark Ecodesign Regulation 2025/2052 to Boost Interoperability and Energy Efficiency

The European Commission has introduced Regulation (EU) 2025/2052, establishing a comprehensive new framework for ecodesign requirements that significantly advances the European Union’s ambitions for energy efficiency and a circular economy. Replacing Regulation (EU) 2019/1782, the new framework moves beyond a narrow focus on power consumption toward a broader vision centered on interoperability, durability, and resource sustainability.

The regulation will become mandatory on December 14, 2028, at which point Regulation (EU) 2019/1782 will be repealed.

One of the most significant developments is the extension of product categories within the scope. While the 2019 regulation primarily targeted External Power Supplies (EPS) under 250W for select office and household equipment, the new regulation removes these limitations and broadens applicability. Newly included categories include:

• Wireless chargers and wireless charging pads
• USB Type-C cables
• Battery chargers for portable batteries of general use
• High-power external power supplies used across a wider range of household and office products.

To reduce electronic waste and support circular economy goals, the regulation introduces mandatory interoperability requirements. Most AC-DC power supplies must now be interoperable, meaning they are required to include at least one USB Type-C or USB Power Delivery (USB-PD) port.

To further enhance usability and longevity, interoperable external power supplies are prohibited from using hard-wired cables at USB Type-C ports. This ensures continued usability even if cables are replaced or upgraded. Compliant devices will be identifiable through the new “Common Charger” logo, which must appear on the nameplate, packaging, and accompanying documentation—signaling compatibility across multiple devices and generations.

Regulation 2025/2052 also introduces stricter energy performance requirements:

10% Load Efficiency: Previously only reported under the 2019 framework, efficiency at 10% load now has mandatory minimum thresholds.

Reduced Standby Power: Updated limits apply to traditional EPS, alongside new standby power caps for wireless technologies—0.50 W for wireless charging pads and 0.80 W for integrated wireless chargers.

For more information on our testing services related to Regulation (EU) 2025/2052, or to discuss how we can support your specific compliance needs, please get in touch with our team.

More information:
Nejc Krajnik
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