Sweeping changes to packaging, WEEE, and battery laws require immediate compliance action from all producers and distributors. For Quick Readers The PPWR is now a binding regulation across all 27 EU states, requiring action on packaging reduction and recyclability by 2026. Appointing an EPR Authorized Representative is now mandatory for cross-border sellers in every EU…
Failure to comply with Germany’s Packaging Act (VerpackG) results in immediate sales bans and fines up to €200,000. Action is required now. For Quick Readers Any business selling packaged goods to German consumers must register in the LUCID system, license their packaging with a dual system, and report their data. Failure to comply results in…
Deadlines for the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation are approaching. Non-compliance carries fines up to €200,000 and market access restrictions, making immediate action on EPR compliance for the publishing industry essential. For Quick Readers Publishers are legally considered ‘producers’ under EU law and must finance the recycling of their packaging and paper waste. Germany’s…
The German Packaging Act (VerpackG) now includes strict rules for B2B packaging. Understand your obligations for registration, reporting, and take-back to avoid fines of up to €200,000. For Quick Readers Since July 1, 2022, the German Packaging Act (VerpackG) applies to almost all packaging, including B2B transport packaging, requiring mandatory action from previously exempt companies.…
Your business faces a 2026 deadline for the EU’s new packaging rules. This guide outlines the critical changes in recycling, reuse, and labeling to ensure you achieve full compliance. For Quick Readers The PPWR becomes fully applicable on August 12, 2026, requiring immediate action from all affected companies. By 2030, all packaging must be recyclable,…
A step-by-step guide for cross-border sellers to navigate complex EU environmental regulations and avoid costly penalties in 2025 and beyond. For Quick Readers The deadline for implementing all EU EPR directives is 2025, requiring immediate action from all companies selling into the EU. EPR compliance covers three main categories: Packaging (like Germany’s VerpackG), WEEE (electronics),…
EU directives for electronics and batteries are now stricter, with enforcement ramping up. A unified reporting strategy is no longer optional—it’s essential for market access and risk mitigation. For Quick Readers Handle WEEE and battery reporting in one place to avoid fines exceeding €10 million and sales bans across the EU. The new EU Battery…
A step-by-step guide to navigating the ElektroG and securing your WEEE number to legally sell electronics in Germany, one of Europe’s largest markets. For Quick Readers You must register with Stiftung EAR before selling any electrical or electronic equipment in Germany to comply with the ElektroG. The WEEE registration number issued by Stiftung EAR is…
Failure to comply with the EU’s WEEE Directive can halt your B2B distribution network. Fines of up to €100,000 per violation are a real risk for businesses that do not act now. For Quick Readers B2B distributors are legally defined as ‘producers’ under Germany’s ElektroG and must have a compliant WEEE take-back solution. Non-compliance with…
A step-by-step guide for international businesses to navigate the VerpackG, register with LUCID, and avoid fines of up to €200,000. For Quick Readers All businesses selling packaged goods to German consumers must register with the LUCID packaging register before their first sale. Compliance requires three steps: LUCID registration, participation in a dual recycling system, and…
