The EU’s environmental regulations are not a future problem—they are a current, complex reality. Failure to act on WEEE, battery, and packaging laws now carries fines up to €200,000 and immediate sales prohibitions. For Quick Readers Act now to comply with EU EPR directives for packaging, electronics, and batteries, as deadlines are imminent and enforcement…
The Single-Use Plastics Fund Act (EWKFondsG) is in full effect, requiring immediate action from producers and distributors to ensure market access and avoid fines of up to €100,000. For Quick Readers Germany’s Single-Use Plastics Fund Act (EWKFondsG) is now in effect, requiring producers to pay a levy on products sold since January 1, 2024. Registration…
A step-by-step guide to ensuring your electronic products are compliant with the German ElektroG and EU directives, avoiding fines of up to €100,000. For Quick Readers Foreign businesses selling electronics in Germany must appoint a German-based authorized representative to handle WEEE registration with Stiftung EAR. Failure to obtain a WEEE registration number before selling products…
Navigating the German Battery Act (BattG) is complex, but compliance is mandatory. This guide explains your obligations and how to meet them efficiently. For Quick Readers Compliance with the German Battery Act (BattG) is mandatory for any company placing batteries on the German market, including manufacturers, importers, and online sellers. Registration with the stiftung EAR…
If you sell into the European Union, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is not optional. Ignoring these complex, country-specific regulations carries fines of up to €200,000 and immediate sales bans. For Quick Readers Non-EU companies selling directly to EU consumers are legally considered ‘producers’ and must comply with country-specific EPR laws for packaging, WEEE, and batteries.…
Failure to comply with EU Extended Producer Responsibility directives puts your Amazon sales at immediate risk. Deadlines have passed, and Amazon is enforcing compliance by deactivating listings. For Quick Readers Amazon is actively suspending listings for sellers on the Pan-EU program who cannot prove EPR compliance in countries like Germany and France. You are likely…
Failure to comply with the EU’s WEEE Directive and Germany’s ElektroG is not an option. Immediate action is required to ensure your electrical products are legally on the market and to avoid severe penalties. For Quick Readers Compliance with WEEE labeling requirements, mandated by EU Directive 2012/19/EU and Germany’s ElektroG, is mandatory for all electrical…
Failure to comply with Germany’s Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG) carries fines up to €100,000 and sales bans on major online marketplaces. For Quick Readers Online retailers selling electronics in Germany must comply with the ElektroG, which mandates registration, reporting, and a take-back system for used devices. Retailers with over 400 m² of electronics…
Navigating the German Packaging Act (VerpackG) and new EU rules for compostable materials requires immediate action. This guide outlines the essential steps for certification and compliance to avoid fines of up to €200,000. For Quick Readers Compliance with both the German Packaging Act (VerpackG) and the new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is…
A step-by-step guide for international businesses to navigate the German Packaging Act (VerpackG), register with LUCID, and avoid fines of up to €200,000. For Quick Readers Compliance with the German Packaging Act (VerpackG) is mandatory for all companies selling packaged goods in Germany, regardless of volume. The first step is registering with the ZSVR’s LUCID…
