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Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

With every target market, it’s not only your sales figures that increase, but also your obligations. Extended producer responsibility (EPR) requires companies to take responsibility for the life cycle of their packaging or packaged products – from manufacture to use to disposal. Staying on top of this allows you to remain operational in all markets.
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What is EPR?

Extended producer responsibility (EPR) is an environmental policy concept that applies throughout the European Union. It requires producers to take responsibility for the whole lifespan of their packaging and packaged products – from manufacture to use to disposal. The goal is to reduce waste, promote recycling and strengthen the circular economy.
Making ERP fit for the future

Differing rules, reporting obligations and fees

Although EPR is a principle that applies across the EU, it’s currently implemented differently in each member state. This leads to differing standards, reporting obligations and fee models.

Different registration and reporting requirements in each country

Varying fee models and calculation bases

Different data and reporting obligations

Various labelling and design standards

EPR under the PPWR – uniform standards for all

At present, EPR is regulated differently in each member state, resulting in a patchwork of national laws. With the entry into force of the PPWR, the legal situation will be harmonised and standardised, creating transparency and significantly reducing the burden on businesses.
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Complex and varies by country

Each country has its own requirements – from registration to fees.

  • Separate registration processes in each country
  • Different portals and deadlines
  • Varying fee models
  • Country-specific labelling and design standards
EPR in the future
Harmonised by the PPWR

Uniform rules provide clarity and reduce effort.

  • Harmonised registration requirement in all EU countries
  • Standardised data and reporting obligations
  • Common calculation bases for fees
  • Uniform design and labelling requirements
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We can help you meet your EPR obligations today and put your systems on a future-proof footing.
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Case study

The PPWR creates a single EU framework for packaging design and recycling.

Harmonised rules

No more patchworks of national regulations – the same requirements for all member states.

Less effort

Standardised reports and formats will reduce bureaucracy and save time.

More certainty

Legal certainty in all EU countries thanks to clear and binding standards.
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EPR in practice

Day-to-day implementation reveals just how complex EPR is for companies that operate internationally. With different registration processes, deadlines and fees, complying with the requirements is often challenging.
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Context

A medium-sized food producer initially sells its products in Germany, packaged in plastic cups, films and bottles. As it becomes more successful, it expands into France, Italy and Spain. Sales and packaging operations run smoothly – but at the same time, the company faces new legal obligations that were previously manageable in its home market.

  • Market expansion from Germany into several EU countries
  • Use of conventional plastic packaging
  • Administrative burden increases in line with growth

Challenge

EPR requirements are not regulated uniformly across the EU. Each country has its own registration processes, fee models and reporting portals. For producers, this means a heavy administrative burden, additional costs and complex procedures that divert attention from core activities.

  • Separate registration in each country
  • Different fees, deadlines and formats
  • Drain on internal resources due to admin work

Solution

The PPWR will standardise requirements. Companies will be able to process their data centrally and use it for all markets. Processes will become leaner, costs more predictable and compliance much easier.

  • Harmonised registration obligations in all EU countries
  • Standardised data and reporting obligations
  • Predictable costs and reduced administrative burden
  • Provision of an authorised representative if your company is not established in Germany or has a branch abroad

We’re here to help you.

We can help you meet your EPR obligations today and put your systems on a future-proof footing:
  • Training and advice without further operational effort
  • Recording of your country-specific master data and volumes
  • Registration with authorities and/or in systems
  • Contract management
  • Organisation and appointment of an authorised representative
  • Volume reporting and data management
  • Invoice validation and complaints management
  • Handling of all correspondence with authorities and systems
The benefits for you: confidence in fulfilling your legal obligations, a reduced administrative burden and a solid foundation for compliance with future harmonised requirements across the EU.
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Zentek – 360° service EPR compliance

The Zentek Group offers comprehensive support for fulfilling EPR obligations in European markets. This includes registration-related services, country-specific advice and the assumption of operational obligations within the framework of Extended Producer Responsibility.

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Support you can rely on.
You want to be certain that processes are effective, rules are followed and help is available whenever you need it. Our transparent, reliable and practical services are designed to satisfy all of these needs.
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Expertise

We continuously analyse and adapt to the latest requirements and market developments. We help companies understand which requirements are relevant to them now and which will be in the future.
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Advice

We take a practical approach to resolving individual issues, developing specific recommended actions that combine legal certainty with cost-effectiveness.
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Legal certainty

All processes – from packaging design to volume reporting – are based on current requirements. Companies act in compliance with the rules at all times.
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Implementation

From dual-system participation to reporting, in addition to planning measures, we also provide operational support until quantifiable results are achieved.
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Efficiency

Complex processes are structured, digitally supported and clearly documented. This reduces internal effort and creates space for core business activities.
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