From 2018, a number of studies are being conducted, starting with the report “Analysis and development of a scoring system for repair and upgrade of products”. The first product-specific application of the RSS was on the product groups of Smartphones and Tablets. The study used the aforementioned general JRC method, which follows the methodological steps and proceeds with the choices that are deemed appropriate for these product groups. In order to ensure the applicability of the method in a real-life context, the study also included the calibration of the scale of repairability scoring and the validation of the results. The RSS for smartphones and tablets study was completed in 2022.

The project to conduct a preparatory study for Repairability requirements under the ESPR Working Plan started in April 2025. The scope for Repairability requirements under ESPR may potentially cover products such as consumer electronics and small household appliances. Relevant information, documents and meeting-related notifications will be uploaded in the relevant webpage sections when available.