| European Union and EEA | Single-cell or multi-cell rechargeable pack; commonly 3.6–3.7 V nominal per lithium-ion cell, with protection circuitry and an application-specific connector. | Rechargeable lithium-ion or lithium-ion polymer. | IEC 62133-2 for portable sealed secondary lithium cells and batteries;
UN 38.3 for transport testing;
EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542;
RoHS and applicable CE-related product requirements. | The complete POS device may require CE conformity assessment under the legislation applicable to its functions. Battery marking, documentation, collection obligations, and producer responsibilities may apply under the EU Battery Regulation. | Choose a pack with IEC 62133-2 evidence, UN 38.3 test-summary availability, traceable cells, overcharge and over-discharge protection, and documentation suitable for EU importer and recycling obligations. |
| United Kingdom | Protected lithium-ion or lithium-ion polymer pack matched to the device charging circuit; typical nominal cell voltage is 3.6–3.7 V. | Rechargeable lithium-ion or lithium-ion polymer. | IEC 62133-2 is commonly used as supporting battery safety evidence;
UN 38.3 for transport;
UK product, electrical, environmental, and battery obligations applicable to the finished product. | Great Britain and Northern Ireland can have different conformity routes depending on the product and applicable legislation. Importers should verify current marking, technical-file, and battery producer requirements before placing products on the market. | Use a battery with a complete technical file, transport test summary, clear rating label, protection circuit, and documentation that can support the applicable UK conformity route. |
| United States and Canada | Removable or internal battery pack, normally supplied with a device-specific protection board, temperature sensing, and keyed connector. | Rechargeable lithium-ion or lithium-ion polymer. | UN 38.3 for lithium battery transport;
UL 1642 may apply to lithium cells and batteries;
UL 2054 may apply to household and commercial battery packs;
IEC 62133-2 is frequently accepted as supplementary evidence. | The applicable safety path depends on whether the battery is evaluated separately or as part of the POS system. The finished POS terminal may also require evaluation for power supply, charging, radio, and information-technology equipment safety. | Prefer a pack supported by cell-level and pack-level safety test reports, a protected charging design, thermal monitoring, short-circuit protection, and documentation acceptable to the intended certification body or authority having jurisdiction. |
| Japan | Compact single-cell or multi-cell pack designed for frequent charging cycles and low-profile integration into handheld terminals. | Rechargeable lithium-ion or lithium-ion polymer. | UN 38.3 for transport;
PSE requirements may apply to specified electrical products, power supplies, or chargers depending on product classification;
JIS or IEC-based safety evidence may be requested by customers or evaluation bodies. | PSE applicability is product-specific and should not be assumed for every POS battery pack. The charger, AC adapter, and complete terminal may follow different requirements from the battery itself. | Confirm the Japanese product classification, use Japanese-compatible labels and manuals where required, and obtain separate evidence for the battery, charger, and complete POS terminal when requested. |
| South Korea | Protected rechargeable pack with a battery-management or protection circuit and a connector designed for the original terminal architecture. | Rechargeable lithium-ion or lithium-ion polymer. | UN 38.3 for transport;
KC-related requirements may apply to batteries, electrical products, or the finished POS equipment according to product category;
IEC 62133-2 or equivalent test evidence may support technical review. | KC applicability and testing scope depend on the product classification, rated capacity, configuration, and intended use. Confirm the current Korean requirements before import or local sale. | Select a pack with Korean-market documentation, Korean labeling support where required, verified cell traceability, protection against abnormal charging, and a complete test report set. |
| China Mainland | Commonly a 3.7 V nominal lithium-ion or lithium-polymer pack, with device-specific dimensions, protection electronics, and charging parameters. | Rechargeable lithium-ion or lithium-ion polymer. | UN 38.3 for transport;
Applicable Chinese national or industry standards for lithium batteries and the finished terminal;
CCC or other conformity requirements may apply depending on the product category and intended market. | Requirements can differ for domestic sale, export, telecommunications functions, chargers, and complete POS terminals. Battery-only replacement products and finished equipment may follow different compliance routes. | Verify the applicable Chinese product category, use a cell and pack supplier with traceable production records, and match the battery protection board to the terminal’s charging voltage and current limits. |
| Australia and New Zealand | Rechargeable protected battery pack, usually integrated into a mobile POS terminal or supplied as a replacement module. | Rechargeable lithium-ion or lithium-ion polymer. | UN 38.3 for transport;
IEC 62133-2 is commonly used as battery safety evidence;
Electrical equipment, radio, EMC, and supplier-declaration requirements may apply to the complete POS device. | Battery safety and transport compliance do not automatically demonstrate compliance of the complete POS terminal. The charger, radio functions, EMC performance, and power supply may require separate assessment. | Choose a battery with internationally recognized test documentation, clear supplier identification, suitable charger compatibility, and transport packaging that meets the carrier’s lithium-battery rules. |
| India | Protected lithium-ion or lithium-ion polymer pack sized for handheld payment terminals and designed for repeated daily charging. | Rechargeable lithium-ion or lithium-ion polymer. | UN 38.3 for transport;
BIS requirements may apply to lithium cells, batteries, chargers, or electronic equipment according to the applicable product category;
IEC 62133-2 may be requested as supporting evidence. | Confirm current BIS registration or certification applicability for both the battery and the finished POS equipment. Import documentation and battery-waste obligations may also apply. | Prioritize thermal protection, verified charging limits, local compliance documentation, reliable performance at elevated ambient temperatures, and a serviceable replacement design. |
| Gulf Cooperation Council Markets | Protected lithium-ion or lithium-polymer pack, generally selected for high ambient temperatures and continuous commercial use. | Rechargeable lithium-ion or lithium-ion polymer. | UN 38.3 for transport;
IEC 62133-2 or equivalent battery safety evidence;
Applicable national or Gulf conformity requirements for the complete electrical and electronic product. | Market-entry requirements vary by country and product category. Local authorities, importers, or retailers may request conformity documents for the POS terminal, charger, radio module, and battery as a complete system. | Select cells and protection components rated for the expected temperature range, require thermal and overcurrent test data, and confirm local documentation and labeling requirements before shipment. |
| Latin America | Device-specific rechargeable pack, often supplied as an internal battery or field-replaceable module for mobile terminals. | Rechargeable lithium-ion or lithium-ion polymer. | UN 38.3 for transport;
IEC 62133-2 is commonly used as international safety evidence;
National certification or registration may apply to the finished POS device and charger. | Compliance requirements differ significantly by country. The battery may be reviewed together with the terminal, charger, radio equipment, or energy-efficiency documentation. | Use internationally recognized test reports, bilingual or locally required documentation, robust packaging, and a battery specification that matches local charger input, climate, and after-sales replacement conditions. |
| International Air and Sea Freight | Any lithium-ion or lithium-polymer pack shipped separately, installed in equipment, or packed with equipment. | Rechargeable lithium-ion or lithium-ion polymer. | UN 38.3 testing is required for applicable lithium battery transport;
IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations commonly govern air transport;
IMDG Code commonly governs sea transport;
Packaging, state-of-charge, labeling, and documentation rules depend on the shipment configuration. | Transport compliance is separate from market-access compliance. Carriers may impose stricter limits or require additional documents, packaging controls, and declarations. | Obtain the UN 38.3 test summary, confirm the battery’s watt-hour rating and shipment configuration, use compliant packaging, protect terminals from short circuit, and verify the carrier’s current acceptance rules. |
