A direct guide to navigating the German Packaging Act (VerpackG) to avoid fines of up to €200,000 and immediate sales bans. For Quick Readers Compliance with the German Packaging Act (VerpackG) is mandatory for all businesses shipping packaged goods to Germany, regardless of volume. Three steps are required to license shipping boxes: register with the…
Navigating Germany’s complex EPR landscape requires a partner who ensures 100% compliance. Deadlines for EU directives are imminent, and inaction is no longer an option for cross-border sellers. For Quick Readers Immediate action is required to comply with German environmental laws (VerpackG, ElektroG, BattG) to avoid fines up to €200,000 and sales bans. Businesses need…
Navigate the complexities of EU-wide Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations and ensure your business remains 100% compliant across all member states. For Quick Readers EPR compliance is mandatory in all 27 EU member states, with no single EU-wide registration system. Non-compliance can result in fines up to €200,000 per violation and immediate sales bans in…
Failure to comply with the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG) for dispensers carries fines up to €100,000. For Quick Readers Automatic dispensers are explicitly covered by Germany’s ElektroG (WEEE Directive), requiring mandatory registration before market entry. Failure to register with Stiftung EAR can result in fines up to €100,000, sales bans, and removal…
Failure to report packaging volumes under VerpackG can lead to fines of up to €200,000. This guide details the critical steps you must take now to ensure full compliance and avoid severe penalties. For Quick Readers Companies must act now to comply with the German Packaging Act (VerpackG) and new EU PPWR, as rules are…
A detailed guide for manufacturers, importers, and online sellers to ensure full compliance with VerpackG, ElektroG, and BattG and avoid costly penalties. For Quick Readers Failure to comply with German EPR laws (VerpackG, ElektroG, BattG) can result in fines up to €200,000 and a complete sales ban. A primary error is misidentifying your company as…
Since 2018, photovoltaic modules have been subject to the WEEE directive. Non-compliance carries fines of up to €100,000 and immediate market access restrictions in Germany. For Quick Readers Photovoltaic solar panels have been subject to WEEE compliance in the EU since August 15, 2018, under the ‘open scope’ of Directive 2012/19/EU. In Germany, the ElektroG…
The EU’s ‘Open Scope’ directive has expanded WEEE regulations, directly impacting producers of industrial, scientific, and professional instruments. Failure to comply carries significant financial and legal risks, with penalties reaching up to €100,000 in Germany. For Quick Readers Since August 2018, the WEEE Directive’s ‘Open Scope’ includes monitoring and control instruments, requiring immediate compliance action…
Ignoring Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) directives is no longer an option. Non-compliance carries penalties up to €200,000 and immediate sales prohibitions across the EU. For Quick Readers EPR compliance is a mandatory legal requirement for all companies selling packaged goods, electronics, or batteries in the EU. Non-compliance with German laws like VerpackG and ElektroG can…
The EU’s new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is now in effect, demanding immediate action from international businesses. Non-compliance is no longer an option; it’s a direct threat to your European sales. For Quick Readers The new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is now in force, requiring immediate action from all non-resident…
