European Union: EU Parliament passes Radio Equipment Directive including harmonisation of electronic devices chargers to USB-C

On 4 October 2022, the European Parliament passed the Radio Equipment Directive harmonising chargers for most electronic devices to the USB-C standard. Specifically, USB-C is to become the required port for smartphones, tablets, headphones, speakers, and game consoles, among others. Furthermore, the producers of chargers are bound to install the same fast charging technology across devices. Finally, chargers are to be sold separately from electronic devices. The measure is planned to come into effect in autumn 2024 after it is formally approved by Council and published in the Official Journal of the European Union.