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EU Battery Regulation: Replaceable batteries starting in February 2027
The smartphone is our daily companion. But when the battery capacity declines, the entire device often becomes unusable. The EU
PPWR Launches: Effective Obligations & the Timeframe
August 12, 2026 marks a milestone for packaging compliance in the EU: The EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) becomes mandatory as
Effective July 19: EU bans the destruction of unsold clothing
As of July 19, 2026, a historic ban has been in effect in the EU: Large fashion companies are no
PPWR Launches: Is Your Packaging Compliance Ready?
On August 12, 2026, the EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) will generally take effect. This marks the beginning of a new
Digital Product Passport (DPP): Requirements, Data, and Timeline until 2030
In the future, a data carrier (e.g., a QR code or RFID chip) on products will provide far more than
Right to Repair: New Rules Effective July 31
Stricter rules for electronic devices have been in effect in Germany since July 31. The new “right to repair” is
EPR-Full-Service for Europe
Anyone who sells products in multiple European countries must comply with the respective EPR requirements. Different registration, reporting, and system
PPWR: Packaging remains the same. Requirements are changing.
The new EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) will officially take effect on August 12, 2026. While visual requirements – such as
BDO System Poland: Guide to EPR
Anyone who places packaging, electrical appliances, or batteries on the Polish market is subject to extended producer responsibility (EPR). The
Fast Tech & E-Waste: The New Trend & EU Laws for 2027
The principle of fast fashion – rapid production, low prices, short lifespan – is increasingly taking hold in the electronics
PPWR: The EU Declaration of Conformity becomes mandatory
Effective August 12, 2026, the EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) will apply directly. In addition to EPR compliance (such as LUCID
Germany Finalizes Its Packaging Law: The VerpackDG has passed the Bundesrat
On July 10, 2026, the Bundesrat adopted the new Packaging Law Implementation Act (VerpackDG). The German Bundestag had previously passed
🔋The 5 battery categories under the BattDG
The regulatory landscape for batteries has undergone a fundamental transformation. The old Battery Act (BattG) of 2009, which distinguished between
No more “empty air”: PPWR puts an end to wasted space!
We’ve all been there: you order a small charging cable and end up with a box the size of a
♻️ Global Recycling Day: What’s it all about?
Last week was Global Recycling Day – but what exactly are we celebrating? World Recycling Day is an annual international
Single-use plastics: Germany tightens regulations – what matters in 2026 🌍
Plastic is everywhere. In every supermarket, at every coffee stand, in every bag. And that’s exactly the problem. The extent:
WEEE Check: An Overview of the 6 Categories
WEEE categories determine your obligations—and whether your registration with the ear Foundation is truly legally compliant. Under the “Open Scope”
PPWR & VerpackDG
Compliance has long been mandatory – it determines market access. While many are still grappling with Germany’s Packaging Act (VerpackG),
☀️ Solar Panels: What You Need to Know
The solar industry is the backbone of the energy transition. However, from a regulatory standpoint, manufacturers and importers of photovoltaic
PPWR: Why B2B Companies Need to Act Now
For a long time, packaging regulations primarily applied to the consumer market (B2C). Industrial and transport packaging were subject to
What exactly is the OfH?
The new Battery Act Implementation Act (BattDG), which has been in effect since October 7, 2025, has fundamentally redefined the
Retailers, take note: First a take-back obligation, then a sales ban on vapes?
The year 2026 marks a turning point for disposable e-cigarettes. Anyone still selling vapes today needs to prepare for three
🔋Quick FAQ: From the German BattG to the new BattDG & the Battery Passport!
The new EU Battery Regulation and the German Battery Implementation Act (BattDG) have significantly tightened the rules governing the placing
🔋 The New Battery Law of 2026: What Businesses Need to Know Now
The battery market is changing rapidly—and so are the legal regulations. Anyone selling batteries, rechargeable batteries, or devices with built-in