Failure to comply with Germany’s EPR laws now results in immediate sales blockades on major online marketplaces. For Quick Readers Action is mandatory now; German marketplaces like Amazon and eBay have been required to block non-compliant sellers since July 2022. Compliance involves three laws: the Packaging Act (VerpackG), the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG),…
EU directives require immediate action on product compliance. Non-compliance with German EPR laws results in sales bans and fines up to €200,000. For Quick Readers Immediate action is required to comply with German EPR laws (VerpackG, ElektroG, BattG) to avoid fines up to €200,000 and sales bans on marketplaces like Amazon. All companies selling to…
A definitive guide to correctly declaring your packaging materials under Germany’s VerpackG and new EU regulations, avoiding fines of up to €200,000. For Quick Readers Immediate action is required to comply with the German Packaging Act (VerpackG) and new EU regulations to avoid fines up to €200,000. Compliance involves a 4-step process: LUCID registration, licensing…
A retailer’s guide to navigating Germany’s ElektroG and BattG take-back obligations to ensure 100% compliance and avoid fines of up to €100,000. For Quick Readers Retailers in Germany with over 400 m² of electronics sales/storage area (or 800 m² for food retailers) must provide WEEE and battery take-back systems. Compliance is mandatory, with fines up…
The German Packaging Act (VerpackG) and EU regulations are tightening. Non-compliance carries penalties of up to €200,000 per violation and immediate sales bans. This is what you must do now. For Quick Readers Compliance with Germany’s Packaging Act (VerpackG) is mandatory for all businesses selling to German consumers, with no minimum volume exemptions. Key obligations…
The EU Battery Regulation 2023/1542 is not a future problem—it’s an immediate compliance requirement. Deadlines are approaching, and inaction creates significant business risk. For Quick Readers The new EU Battery Regulation (2023/1542) is now in force, with deadlines for carbon footprinting and due diligence starting in 2025. Producers of industrial batteries must meet high recycling…
This guide outlines the mandatory LUCID registration, dual system licensing, and reporting duties for all companies selling to Germany, ensuring you achieve 100% compliance. For Quick Readers Immediate action is required under the German Packaging Act (VerpackG), as non-compliance can result in fines up to €200,000 and a total ban on sales in Germany. All…
Navigating the EU’s complex recycling laws, including the new PPWR, requires immediate action. A compliance expert is no longer optional—it’s essential for survival. For Quick Readers The new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) makes immediate action on compliance necessary to avoid sales bans and fines up to €200,000. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws…
A step-by-step guide for e-commerce businesses to achieve full compliance with Germany’s Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG) and secure their market access. For Quick Readers Distance sellers to Germany are considered ‘producers’ under the ElektroG and must comply with all WEEE obligations. Appointing a Germany-based Authorized Representative is mandatory for foreign companies to register…
The EU Battery Regulation 2023/1542 is now in effect, creating urgent new mandates for all companies selling batteries in Germany. Action is required to ensure market access and avoid penalties. For Quick Readers The new EU Battery Regulation (2023/1542) is directly enforceable in Germany and requires immediate action from all battery producers. Registration with Stiftung…
