EU Commission launches consultation to make products easier to repair

The European Commission has launched a public consultation to make everyday products easier to repair, helping consumers save money, reduce waste, and extend the lifespan of their belongings

Announced on 3 November 2026, this plan will get feedback from consumers, businesses and repair professionals to help shape potential new European Union rules on product repairability.

The consultation will remain open until 9 February 2027, with responses helping to inform an impact assessment for a possible new delegated act, currently expected to be adopted in 2027.

Making everyday products easier to repair

The initiative aims to improve the repairability of a wide range of products sold across the EU. By making repairs more accessible and affordable, the Commission hopes to encourage consumers to repair items rather than replace them when they break.

This could bring several benefits, including lower repair costs, longer-lasting products and more choice’s for people looking to fix their belongings. It would also support the EU’s wider ambitions to reduce waste and move towards a more circular economy.

The public consultation will explore several areas where improvements could be made. These include better access to spare parts, clearer repair and maintenance information, and requirements for software and firmware that support repairs.

Other areas under consideration include making products easier to take apart and reassemble, as well as introducing repairability scores or information to help consumers make informed purchasing decisions.

What products could be affected?

The proposed requirements could cover several product categories where improved repairability would make a significant difference.

These include consumer electronics, such as audio and video equipment, wearables and computer peripherals. Certain light transport products, including e-bikes, self-balancing devices and e-scooters, could also be included.

Small household appliances are another area of focus, with kitchen appliances, personal care devices and other electrical products among the examples being considered.

However, some products already covered by specific regulations or voluntary agreements are expected to remain outside the proposed measures to avoid duplicating existing requirements.

How to be a part

The consultation is open to everyone, including members of the public, manufacturers, repair businesses, consumer groups and environmental organisations.

Responses can be submitted in any official EU language, with the deadline set for midnight Brussels time on 9 February 2027.

The feedback will help the Commission assess potential changes under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), which came into force on 18 July 2024.

The regulation provides a framework for improving the sustainability and circularity of products, supporting longer product lifetimes and more responsible consumption across Europe.