What is the legal basis for EPR regulations in Germany?
From 2022, the German Packaging Act (Verpackungsgesetz or VerpackG) establishes a control obligation for online marketplaces, so that retailers who sell to end consumers in Germany must follow the guidelines ...
What are collection points for the disposal of packaging that are comparable with the end consumer?
There are so-called sources of waste that are treated in the same way as private final consumers. An exemplary list can be found here. This packaging is generally subject to ...
Why do I have to participate my packaging in a take-back system in Germany?
According to the German Packaging Act, manufacturers, producers and importers who place packaged goods on the market for the first time on a commercial basis are required to register with ...
Why is it important to be EPR compliant in Germany?
In many countries, producers of products subject to EPR requirements will be prosecuted with fines, if they are not able to prove their EPR compliance. In many countries, Electronic Marketplaces ...
What is the “de minimis limit”?
The de minimis limit is considered to be exceeded if companies put more than 50 tons of paper, carton or cardboard, 80 tons of glass and 30 tons of lightweight ...
How to be EPR compliant in Germany?
To be EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) compliant in Germany, you need to register of the relevant EPR registration authority, to obtain your EPR registration number(s). You need this EPR registration ...
